Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)

The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) is a decentralized computing environment that enables developers to execute code on the Ethereum blockchain. It acts as a runtime engine, processing transactions and running smart contracts—self-executing agreements with the terms directly written into code. The EVM is crucial for Ethereum's functionality, ensuring that code operates consistently across all nodes in the network. This allows for secure, transparent, and programmable applications, empowering innovations like decentralized finance and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) while maintaining the integrity and reliability of the blockchain.