Ethereum
ETH#2| 1h | 24h | 7d | 30d | 1y |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.36% | -1.74% | -11.25% | -19.26% | -39.90% |
About Ethereum
Ethereum changed the direction of the crypto industry by showing that a blockchain could do more than move digital money. It introduced smart contracts, allowing developers to build decentralized applications, token systems, lending protocols, NFT marketplaces, and entirely new financial infrastructure. ETH is the native asset that powers this network and is used for transaction fees, staking, and economic activity across the Ethereum ecosystem.
Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum is not primarily defined by monetary scarcity. Its importance comes from utility, developer adoption, and the network effects built around decentralized applications. Many of the most important experiments in DeFi, tokenization, DAOs, stablecoins, and Web3 infrastructure have either started on Ethereum or remain closely connected to it.
For users following the ETH price, the asset represents more than short-term market movement. It reflects demand for block space, confidence in smart contract infrastructure, and Ethereum’s continuing role as a foundation for blockchain innovation. Ethereum remains one of the most important assets to watch for anyone interested in where decentralized technology is heading.
ETH in other currencies
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Where to buy Ethereum — ETH markets
| Exchange | Pair | Price | Volume (24h) | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binance | ETH/USDT | $2,221.97 | $860.49M | green |
| WEEX | ETH/USDT | $2,227.59 | $663.86M | green |
| Gate | ETH/USDT | $2,224.78 | $627.66M | green |
| OKX | ETH/USDT | $2,224.55 | $616.6M | green |
| Coinbase Exchange | ETH/USD | $2,222.99 | $489.42M | green |
| Deribit Spot | ETH/USDC | $2,217.40 | $488.22M | green |
| Pionex | ETH/USDT | $2,220.51 | $433.44M | green |
| Biconomy.com | ETH/USDT | $2,222.36 | $427.55M | green |
| KCEX | ETH/USDT | $2,224.57 | $393.6M | green |
| Bybit | ETH/USDT | $2,224.72 | $390.19M | green |
| MEXC | ETH/USDT | $2,220.97 | $376.03M | green |
| Toobit | ETH/USDT | $2,220.65 | $320.91M | green |
| Crypto.com Exchange | ETH/USD | $2,222.36 | $311.64M | green |
| Ourbit | ETH/USDT | $2,224.33 | $294.48M | green |
| Hotcoin | ETH/USDT | $2,222.36 | $283.55M | green |
| LBank | ETH/USDT | $2,222.32 | $281.7M | green |
| Binance | ETH/USDC | $2,219.48 | $279.12M | green |
| HTX | ETH/USDT | $2,223.25 | $277.8M | green |
| KuCoin | ETH/USDT | $2,222.36 | $262.75M | green |
| XT.COM | ETH/USDT | $2,221.97 | $258M | green |
Ethereum Price History
Ethereum (ETH) reached its all-time high of $4,946.05 on August 24, 2025, and trades 58.5% below that peak today. Its all-time low was $0.432979 on October 19, 2015, and the price has since risen 474,073% from that low.
| Year | Open | High | Low | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026(YTD) | $2,967.07 | $3,354.83 | $1,564.63 | $2,053.07 | -30.80% |
| 2025 | $3,331.28 | $4,830.07 | $1,471.94 | $2,970.64 | -10.83% |
| 2024 | $2,352.65 | $4,065.75 | $2,210.57 | $3,355.68 | +42.63% |
| 2023 | $1,200.10 | $2,380.34 | $1,200.10 | $2,281.36 | +90.10% |
| 2022 | $3,766.74 | $3,830.92 | $994.41 | $1,195.00 | -68.27% |
| 2021 | $730.60 | $4,810.97 | $730.60 | $3,675.79 | +403.12% |
| 2020 | $130.57 | $752.53 | $110.23 | $737.15 | +464.56% |
| 2019 | $168.54 | $221.04 | $122.23 | $129.02 | -23.45% |
| 2018 | $757.22 | $1,385.02 | $370.35 | $686.74 | -9.31% |
| 2017 | $8.154 | $812.50 | $8.154 | $741.27 | +8990.88% |
| 2016 | $0.9339 | $20.61 | $0.9316 | $8.054 | +762.40% |
| 2015 | $2.773 | $2.773 | $0.4356 | $0.9296 | -66.48% |
Ethereum News
Crypto Crash Aftermath: What’s Next For Bitcoin, Ethereum And XRP Prices? - Coinpedia
Crypto Crash Aftermath: What’s Next For Bitcoin, Ethereum And XRP Prices? Coinpedia
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP struggle to find footing amid spot ETF outflows - FXStreet
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP struggle to find footing amid spot ETF outflows FXStreet
Ripple Ex-CTO David Schwartz Reveals How Much XRP, Ethereum, and Bitcoin He Owns - BeInCrypto
Ripple Ex-CTO David Schwartz Reveals How Much XRP, Ethereum, and Bitcoin He Owns BeInCrypto
Deutsche Bank launches crypto custody for Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins - Crypto News
Deutsche Bank launches crypto custody for Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins Crypto News
Ethereum’s Joseph Lubin explains why ETH could rival Bitcoin and gold - Crypto News
Ethereum’s Joseph Lubin explains why ETH could rival Bitcoin and gold Crypto News
Ripple’s David Schwartz says he sold most of his Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum - Crypto News
Ripple’s David Schwartz says he sold most of his Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum Crypto News
Ethereum Price Fell 20%, But Stakers Are Refusing to Sell - BeInCrypto
Ethereum Price Fell 20%, But Stakers Are Refusing to Sell BeInCrypto
Bitcoin Falls Below $74K After Hot US Inflation Fuels Fed Rate Hike Bets – Solana, Ethereum, XRP Hit Harder - Stocktwits
Bitcoin Falls Below $74K After Hot US Inflation Fuels Fed Rate Hike Bets – Solana, Ethereum, XRP Hit Harder Stocktwits
Here’s why Ethereum price is falling, but could ETH rebound before hitting $2,000? - Crypto News
Here’s why Ethereum price is falling, but could ETH rebound before hitting $2,000? Crypto News
Top 3 Price Predictions: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC, ETH and XRP extend losses as inflation heats up - FXStreet
Top 3 Price Predictions: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC, ETH and XRP extend losses as inflation heats up FXStreet
Ethereum FAQ
What is Ethereum?
Ethereum (ETH) is a decentralized blockchain platform that enables developers to build and deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). It was proposed in 2013 by Vitalik Buterin and launched in 2015. Ether is the native cryptocurrency used to power transactions and computational services on the network.
How does Ethereum work?
Ethereum operates as a distributed ledger maintained by a global network of nodes. It uses a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism after transitioning from proof-of-work in 2022. Smart contracts are self-executing programs stored on the blockchain that run exactly as programmed, enabling automated agreements and decentralized applications without intermediaries.
What is ETH used for?
ETH is the native token of the Ethereum network. It is used to pay transaction fees, known as gas, for executing smart contracts and sending transactions. ETH also serves as a unit of account and can be staked to help secure the network under proof-of-stake, earning rewards for validators.
How does Ethereum differ from Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is primarily a digital currency and store of value, while Ethereum is a programmable blockchain platform for building decentralized applications. Ethereum's smart contract capability allows developers to create tokens, DeFi protocols, and NFTs, whereas Bitcoin's scripting language is intentionally limited. Both are decentralized cryptocurrencies, but Ethereum's design prioritizes flexibility and computation.
What is Ethereum (ETH)?
Ethereum (ETH) is a cryptocurrency . Ethereum has a current supply of 122,209,757. 95344049.
What is the current price of Ethereum?
Ethereum is currently priced at $2,053.07, down 1.74% in the last 24 hours. It is ranked #2 by market capitalization. Over the past 7 days, ETH is down 11.25%.
What is Ethereum's market cap?
Ethereum has a market capitalization of $250.91B. The 24-hour trading volume is $13.60B, reflecting the total value of ETH traded across all exchanges in the last day.
