Ethereum is a decentralized platform that aims to offer its users even more services than bitcoin. In fact, the ethereum technology doesn't only powers a digital currency, ether, but also provides the technology for smart contracts, a cheaper and revolutionary contract solution based on the blockchain technology. This book will discuss everything that you need to know about ethereum, so that you can make an informed decision for your investments. You'll discover the technology behind the ethereum platform, advantages and possible problems you may run into, how smart contracts work and how to program your own smart contract, how to buy and mine ether for profit. This book will introduce you to the basics of investing in ethereum. You will learn: - The fundamentals of ethereum - The pros and cons of investing in ethereum - The process of investing in ethereum - Understanding smart contracts - And much more... Being the next biggest cryptocurrency to bitcoin, comparisons are inevitable between ethereum and its big brother. There have also been rumors and claims of ethereum being a bubble because of its rapid rise in value and fame. But advocates of this fast-rising cryptocurrency state some advantages compared to bitcoin that are worth taking a closer look at.