$ETH Ethereum (ETH) is a decentralized platform that enables the creation and execution of smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) on its blockchain. Launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin and a team of developers, Ethereum revolutionized the cryptocurrency space by introducing the idea of smart contracts, which are self-executing codes that facilitate, verify, and enforce agreements without the need for intermediaries. ETH is the native currency of the platform and is used to pay transaction fees and services within the ecosystem. With the transition to Ethereum 2.0, the network is moving from a proof-of-work (PoW) model to a proof-of-stake (PoS) model, aiming to increase scalability, security, and energy efficiency. Ethereum is also the foundation for many tokens and DeFi (decentralized finance) projects, NFTs (non-fungible tokens), and other innovations in the crypto space, consolidating its position as one of the leading blockchain platforms in the world. The active community and ongoing technological development make ETH one of the most influential and promising cryptocurrencies in the market.