$ETH 100 wordsEthereum (ETH) is a decentralized blockchain platform known for its smart contract functionality, which enables developers to create decentralized applications (dApps) that run on a global network of computers. Launched in 2015 by a team including Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum has become the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, following Bitcoin. Unlike Bitcoin, which primarily serves as digital currency, Ethereum's blockchain allows for programmable transactions, enabling developers to build diverse applications such as DeFi platforms, NFTs, and games. Its native cryptocurrency, Ether (ETH), is used to facilitate transactions and computational services on the network, powering this innovative ecosystem.