$ETH — the second largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization after Bitcoin, developed by Vitalik Buterin in 2015. It represents a decentralized platform for creating smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Today, Ethereum continues to play a crucial role in the blockchain industry. In 2022, the network transitioned to a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) algorithm, significantly reducing energy consumption. ETH is actively used in DeFi, NFT projects, and for launching new tokens. Ethereum prices remain volatile, influenced by market sentiments and global economic factors. Developers continue to improve the scalability and security of the network through upgrades such as Ethereum 2.0. ETH remains an attractive asset for investors and developers around the world.