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Ethereum (ETH) is a decentralized blockchain platform that enables smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) without third-party control. Launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin, it introduced programmability to blockchain, going beyond Bitcoin’s simple transactions. Ethereum’s native cryptocurrency, Ether (ETH), is used to pay for transactions and computational services. With the upgrade to Ethereum 2.0 and its shift to Proof of Stake, the network has become more energy-efficient. Ethereum powers much of the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem and NFT marketplaces. Its flexibility, large developer community, and continuous innovation make it a foundational pillar of the Web3 and blockchain revolution.