#CreatorPad Ethereum is a digital currency launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin. It differs from Bitcoin in that it is not only a means of payment but also a platform for developing decentralized applications called smart contracts. These contracts are executed automatically when certain conditions are met without the need for intermediaries. The Ethereum network operates using blockchain technology similar to Bitcoin, but it provides greater flexibility for developers through its own programming language. The currency used in Ethereum, called Ether, is used to pay for the operational costs of applications and transactions on the network. It is very popular in the world of decentralized finance and is considered one of the most important digital currencies in terms of value and impact.
