Ethereum (ETH) overview
This page is for education only and not investment advice.
One-line definition
- Ethereum is a blockchain platform for smart contracts.
Key traits
- Supports many applications on its base layer.
- Network fees appear as gas.
- Protocol upgrades can change structure over time.
Checkpoints
- Usage: ecosystem activity matters
- Security: smart contract risk exists
- Cost: gas fees fluctuate
Beginner note
- Think of it as a platform, not only a coin.
- Define volatility tolerance first.