Cryptocurrency is more than just Bitcoin. New cryptos have emerged and given the blockchain forefather a run for its (digital) money. Most notable among them is Ethereum, which is both an online currency and a platform for creating smart contracts and blockchain-supported apps. It typically runs second to Bitcoin in overall value but has been adopted by some corporate entities, acquiring a possible edge in legitimacy.

Bitcoin

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Ethereum

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BEGAN IN

2009

BEGAN IN

2015
WHO STARTED IT

Satoshi Nakamoto, which is almost certainly
a pseudonym. The creator’s true identity
—or identities—remains unknown.

 WHO STARTED IT

Eight people are attributed as cofounders,
but programmer Vitalik Buterin is
the most active today.
IT’S REALLY POPULAR IN…

Prague

 IT’S REALLY POPULAR IN…

San Francisco
FAMOUS FRIEND

Mike Tyson. The former pro boxer…