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Overview
Ethereum is an open-source, decentralized blockchain platform that enables the creation of smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Founded in 2014 by Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum has become one of the largest and most widely-used blockchain platforms in the world.
Key Features
1. *Smart Contracts*: Ethereum's smart contracts allow for self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement written directly into lines of code.
2. *Decentralized Applications (dApps)*: Ethereum's platform enables the creation of dApps that run on the blockchain, allowing for decentralized and transparent interactions.
3. *Turing-Complete*: Ethereum's Virtual Machine (EVM) is Turing-complete, meaning it can execute any computation that can be performed by a Turing machine.
Use Cases
1. *Decentralized Finance (DeFi)*: Ethereum is widely used in DeFi applications, such as lending, borrowing, and trading platforms.
2. *Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)*: Ethereum's platform is popular for creating and trading NFTs, which are unique digital assets that cannot be replicated.
3. *Gaming*: Ethereum's blockchain is used in various gaming applications, such as decentralized gaming platforms and virtual worlds.
4. *Supply Chain Management*: Ethereum