Ethereum Classic chain
Overview
Ethereum Classic is a decentralized, open-source blockchain platform that supports smart contracts. It was created in 2016 following a hard fork of the Ethereum network after the DAO incident. It operates on a proof-of-work consensus mechanism.
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Ethereum Classic connects to 1 tracked entity, most strongly to Ethereum.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 1 of 1 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
forked_from | Ethereum | 90% |
Frequently asked questions
What is Ethereum Classic?
Ethereum Classic is a decentralized, open-source blockchain platform that supports smart contracts.
How was Ethereum Classic created?
Ethereum Classic was created in 2016 following a hard fork of the Ethereum network after the DAO incident.
What consensus mechanism does Ethereum Classic use?
Ethereum Classic operates on a proof-of-work consensus mechanism.