#ETHRally Ethereum (ETH) is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin and others. Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum is not just digital money—it’s a decentralized platform for smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Developers can build finance, gaming, NFT, and social tools without relying on central authorities. Ethereum’s native token, ETH, is used for transaction fees, staking, and securing the network. Following its 2022 “Merge” upgrade, Ethereum shifted from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake, reducing energy consumption by over 99%. With continuous innovation, ETH remains a cornerstone of the Web3 ecosystem and blockchain-based digital economy.