Supported Chains FoundationalEthereum

Develop Ethereum Apps

Ethereum is a technology that's home to digital money, global payments, and applications. The community has built a booming digital economy, bold new ways for creators to earn online, and so much more. It's open to everyone, wherever you are in the world – all you need is the internet.

Chain name	Chain ID	Block explorer	Blocktime (seconds)
eth-mainnet	1	https://etherscan.io/	12

Ethereum: The Gold Standard for Blockchain Development

Ethereum, launched in 2015 by visionary developer Vitalik Buterin and a team of pioneers, revolutionized the blockchain space by introducing smart contracts, enabling a programmable, decentralized platform. With its vibrant ecosystem and thriving developer community, Ethereum remains the cornerstone of blockchain innovation.

Ether: Powering the Ethereum Blockchain

At the heart of the Ethereum network lies Ether (ETH), its native cryptocurrency. More than just a digital currency, Ether is the fuel that powers transactions, decentralized applications (dApps), and smart contract execution. Its utility has made it one of the most widely used and traded assets in the world.

Benefits of Ethereum

Smart Contract Functionality

Ethereum's programmable smart contracts allow developers to build decentralized applications with robust automation, reducing reliance on intermediaries and increasing trust.

Vibrant Ecosystem

Home to thousands of dApps, Ethereum's ecosystem includes decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and gaming applications, making it the go-to platform for blockchain development.

Proven Security and Decentralization

With thousands of nodes securing the network globally, Ethereum offers unmatched decentralization and security, making it a trusted choice for developers and enterprises.

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