Basics
Welcome to Ethereum
Ethereum is a technology that's home to digital money, global payments, and applications. It's a community-built technology behind the cryptocurrency ether (ETH) and thousands of applications you can use today.
Knowledge Library
A curated collection of the best educational resources from the Ethereum ecosystem. Master the fundamentals of decentralized finance, smart contracts, and the future of global markets.
Finance
Ether (ETH) as Capital
ETH is the lifeblood of Ethereum. It is used to pay for transactions, secure the network through staking, and serves as a collateral asset in decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols.
Basics
The Web3 Vision
Web3 is a new model for the internet where users own their data and identity. No more centralized silos—just you and your keys interacting directly with global protocols.
Tech
Code as Law
Smart contracts are self-executing agreements with the terms directly written into code. They eliminate the need for expensive intermediaries like clearing houses and escrow agents.
Basics
Your Digital Passport
Wallets are your gateway to Ethereum. They manage your keys and let you interact with apps. Choosing the right wallet is the first step toward self-custody.
Finance
The DeFi Revolution
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) is an open financial system built on Ethereum. It allows anyone to lend, borrow, and trade assets without a central bank or broker.
Scaling
Scaling via Layer 2
Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum and Optimism make Ethereum fast and cheap. They process transactions off-chain while inheriting the security of the main Ethereum network.
Finance
Stablecoins & Fiat Bridges
Stablecoins are digital assets pegged to a stable value like the US Dollar. They provide the price stability of fiat with the 24/7 efficiency of blockchain rails.
Tech
Staking & Network Security
Ethereum uses Proof of Stake to secure the ledger. By staking ETH, users earn rewards while providing the economic security that keeps the global market safe.
Tech
The Backbone: Nodes
Ethereum is a decentralized network of thousands of computers (nodes). Running a node allows you to verify the state of the market independently of any third party.
News
Net Zero: The Merge
Ethereum is now 99.9% more energy-efficient than before. The Merge transitioned the network to Proof of Stake, making it the world's most sustainable institutional ledger.
Safety
Self-Custody & Safety
In a permissionless world, you are your own bank. Understanding private keys, seed phrases, and common scams is vital for protecting your wealth.
Finance
Organization 2.0 (DAOs)
Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are internet-native businesses owned and managed by their members through on-chain governance.
Scaling
Unique Assets (NFTs)
NFTs represent ownership of unique items. Beyond digital art, they are the foundation for tokenizing real-estate, stocks, and other one-of-a-kind assets.
News
The Infinite Roadmap
Ethereum is constantly evolving. From "The Surge" to "The Scourge," the roadmap outlines the path to 100,000 transactions per second and beyond.