There are thousands of cryptocurrencies currently available – some similar, some very different. Which one is right for you? Here’s a rundown of some of the most exciting cryptos on the market.
The original cryptocurrency and still the most popular on the market.
A popular choice for DeFi, smart contracts and NFTs.
A trusted agent with significant traction amongst thematic investors.
Bringing real-world data on-chain via API interaction.
Designed to be the most efficient open source proof-of-stake blockchain for scale.
An early fork of BTC, but with rapid speed and low transaction fees.
Rapid mining capability with no maximum supply.
A newer type of proof-of-stake blockchain, spreading transactions across multiple chains for speed and efficiency.
Highly scalable, built with security in mind.
Low transaction fees and a fast block time.
An Ethereum sidechain with low fees and fast transactions.
Designed for decentralised app creation with a hybrid consensus model.
An automation-first design that’s built for decentralised liquidity.
A stablecoin designed to have a pegged 1:1 relationship with the US Dollar, managed by Circle.
The biggest and oldest USD pegged stablecoin on the market with the largest market capitalisation.
Stellar’s decentralised peer-to-peer network is designed to connect financial systems across the globe.
A proof-of-stake network built for high-value transactions.
An ecosystem that enables the creation of custom blockchain networks.
Reliably decentralised and features a token that comes with staking rewards.
An innovative approach to ads, resulting in users being paid to interact.
An effective way to compare the market, similar to a price comparison website.
One of the most popular lending systems on the Ether (ETH) network.
Improves transaction efficiency without mining processes
Runs Ether (ETH) and EVM contracts without big costs.
A collateral-backed currency on the Maker platform.
A unique entertainment platform without network transaction fees.
A stablecoin backed by US dollars that aims to link crypto with global payment systems.
More than just a Dogecoin tribute, Shiba Inu operates as an ERC-20 token, able to leverage dApps and smart contracts.
A proving ground for the Polkadot network with fast transactions, Kusama offers high scalability and high security.
Synthetic allows users to gain exposure to real-world assets on the Ethereum blockchain without needing to hold the underlying asset.
Strong ties to the DAI stablecoin and excellent fluidity are just two of Maker’s many strengths.
With layer two scaling, Optimism offers rapid transactions and competitive transaction fees.
An inspired take on DeFi, Compound’s decentralised liquidity means market prices are set by supply and demand.
A solid choice for digital creatives, but there’s far more to the virtual world of The Sandbox than just gaming