Ethereum White Paper

The Ethereum White Paper, authored by Vitalik Buterin, outlines a decentralized platform that enables developers to create and run smart contracts—self-executing agreements with embedded rules—without intermediaries. Built on blockchain technology, Ethereum extends beyond simple currency transactions like Bitcoin, providing a flexible environment for decentralized applications (dApps). It introduces a programmable blockchain, allowing for complex, automated processes that are transparent and tamper-proof. Essentially, the White Paper describes a global computer that anyone can access and use to build innovative, secure digital solutions, fostering decentralized innovation and trust without centralized control.