#CryptoClarityAct Ethereum is a decentralized blockchain platform that enables developers to build and deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum goes beyond simple transactions, allowing programmable, trustless agreements without intermediaries. Its native cryptocurrency, Ether (ETH), is used to pay for transactions and computational services on the network. With the transition to Ethereum 2.0 and the Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism, it aims to be more energy-efficient and scalable. Ethereum is a backbone for the DeFi (Decentralized Finance) and NFT (Non-Fungible Token) ecosystems, making it a cornerstone of the Web3 and blockchain revolution.