Technology · Blockchain
Ethereum
Also known as: ETH, 이더리움
Published 2026-09-14Updated 2026-09-14
Definition
Ethereum is a decentralized, open-source blockchain with smart contract functionality, secured by proof-of-stake consensus.
Key facts
Overview
Ethereum is a public blockchain that runs smart contracts and decentralized applications. Its native asset is ether (ETH). Ethereum operates a mainnet plus several public testnets, and transitioned its consensus to proof-of-stake.
References
Independent source ratio 0% (0/2)- officialEthereum networks — ethereum.org · accessed 2026-09-14
- officialProof-of-stake (PoS) — ethereum.org · accessed 2026-09-14
Change history
Initial publication · 2026-09-14