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What is crypto currency ?

Crypto (short for cryptocurrency) is a digital or virtual form of money that uses cryptography for security. Unlike traditional currencies issued by governments, most cryptocurrencies are decentralized and operate on blockchain technology—a distributed ledger enforced by a network of computers. Bitcoin, launched in 2009, was the first and remains the most well-known cryptocurrency. Since then, thousands of alternatives (altcoins) have emerged, including Ethereum, which introduced smart contracts. Crypto can be used for payments, investments, or decentralized applications. It’s highly volatile but offers potential for high returns. Users store crypto in digital wallets and transact using private and public keys.