The crypto universe has exploded since Bitcoin appeared in 2009. From experiment to global phenomenon. Thousands of projects everywhere.



There are more than 20,000 cryptocurrencies. Crazy. But be careful, many are dead or abandoned.

The numbers vary depending on who is counting them. CoinMarketCap says 15,000 active. CoinGecko talks about 18,000. Each with their own criteria, it seems.

Why so many? Blockchain has become accessible. Anyone with basic knowledge can launch their crypto. It's that easy.

In this sea of projects, we have everything:

Bitcoin and its cousins. The undisputed king.
Altcoins. Everything that is not Bitcoin. Ethereum leads.
Stablecoins. Stable value, tied to the dollar and company.
Utility tokens. For specific things in blockchain.
Meme coins. Dogecoin and its internet friends.

With so much variety, it's easy to get lost. But the reality is that few truly matter. Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to dominate, with some innovative projects hot on their heels.

This crypto boom shows how alive the sector is. Innovation at its peak. But it also complicates things for investors and regulators. It's not easy to navigate these turbulent waters.
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