What Is an Altcoin?

The term “altcoin” combines “alternative” and “coin” and generally refers to cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin. The category includes assets such as Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Cardano (ADA), and XRP, among many others. 

Altcoins can differ substantially in their underlying technology, purpose, network design, and use cases. For example, 

• Some altcoins are associated with “smart-contract” platforms
• While others are designed for payments or blockchain applications.

Additionally, Altcoins also differ in terms of liquidity, trading volume, supply, and price volatility. Some have established networks and substantial trading activity, while smaller altcoins may experience wider price movements and lower liquidity.

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