Bitcoin (BTC): The original and most popular cryptocurrency, Bitcoin is a digital asset that can be used to purchase goods and services online or exchanged for other currencies.
2. Ethereum (ETH): A blockchain-based platform with smart contract functionality, Ethereum allows developers to create decentralized applications and launch their own tokens on the network.
3. Ripple (XRP): A real-time gross settlement system designed for banks and payment providers, Ripple enables fast international payments with low transaction fees.
4. Litecoin (LTC): An open source peer-to-peer cryptocurrency based on the Bitcoin protocol, Litecoin offers faster transaction confirmation times than its predecessor while still being secure and reliable.
5. Cardano (ADA): Developed by Charles Hoskinson•s IOHK team of engineers, Cardano is a third generation blockchain platform designed to support financial applications such as banking, trading platforms, insurance products and more