Altcoin

Altcoin is a blend of “alternative” and “coin.” It can have a variety of purposes and use cases, and may have different features, protocols, or governance models compared to Bitcoin. Some popular examples of altcoins include Ethereum, Litecoin, Ripple, and Bitcoin Cash. As any cryptocurrency, it can be traded on a variety of cryptocurrency exchanges, and their value is determined by market demand and supply, much like traditional currencies or other financial assets.