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ethereum-classic
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Coin Overview
ETC
Coin
210 Million
Decentralized Applications
July 20, 2016
Ethereum Classic
Ethereum Classic (ETC) is the original Ethereum blockchain that continued after the 2016 DAO hack. When Ethereum split, Ethereum (ETH) adopted a new chain, while Ethereum Classic kept the old one, following the principle of “code is law.” ETC is used for running smart contracts, securing the network through mining, and powering decentralized apps.
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Technology & Use Case
Ethereum Classic works much like Ethereum, supporting smart contracts and decentralized apps. It uses proof-of-work mining (like Bitcoin) to secure the network. ETC has a capped supply of 210.7 million coins, giving it a fixed monetary policy. Its mission is to preserve immutability — that once a transaction happens, it cannot be changed.
Origins & Team
ETC was born in 2016 after a major hack on the DAO, one of Ethereum’s first big projects. To restore lost funds, most of the Ethereum community agreed to roll back the blockchain, creating a new chain (ETH). A smaller group opposed this, continuing the original chain, which became Ethereum Classic.
Ecosystem & Partnerships
Ethereum Classic has remained a smaller ecosystem compared to Ethereum, but it still supports dApps, DeFi, and token creation. It benefits from compatibility with Ethereum tools, though developer activity is more limited. Its supporters value its strict commitment to decentralization and immutability, which makes it attractive for those who believe in the principle of “code is law.”
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