Ethereum is the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, right after Bitcoin, supporting smart contracts, decentralized apps, NFTs, and DeFi ecosystems. This section tracks ETH price changes, major protocol upgrades, developer activity, and Ethereum’s shift to proof-of-stake. Readers will also find updates on gas fees, forks, and the platform’s growing influence in gaming, tokenization, and cross-chain development. The content helps users understand Ethereum’s role as a foundational technology in Web3, as well as how it competes and collaborates with other blockchain networks.