#TariffsPause Ethereum revolutionized the blockchain space by introducing smart contracts—self-executing agreements coded on the blockchain. Created by Vitalik Buterin and launched in 2015, Ethereum serves as a foundation for decentralized applications (dApps) and is the backbone of sectors like DeFi (Decentralized Finance), NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens), and DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations). Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum is not just a currency but also a development platform. It recently transitioned to Ethereum 2.0, switching from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake, reducing energy consumption significantly. Its native token, ETH, is used to pay for transactions and computational services. Ethereum’s versatility makes it one of the most influential platforms in the blockchain space.