These are the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization, or the total worth of all coins currently in circulation, to help you gain your bearings.
1. Bitcoin(BTC)
Market capitalization: $641 billion
Bitcoin (BTC) is the first cryptocurrency created in 2009 under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. BTC, like most cryptocurrencies, is based on a blockchain, which is a distributed ledger that logs transactions over a network of thousands of computers. Bitcoin is maintained secure and safe from fraudsters because it must validate changes to the distributed ledgers by solving a cryptographic problem, a process known as proof of work.
Bitcoin’s value has soared as it has grown in popularity. Five years ago, I could purchase a Bitcoin for around $500. A single Bitcoin was worth, moreover $32,000 in June 2021. It equates to a 6,300 percent increase.

2. Ethereum(ETH)
Market capitalization: Over $307 billion
Ethereum is a favorite of programmers because of its potential uses, such as smart contracts that run when conditions are fulfilled and non-fungible tokens. Ethereum is both a cryptocurrency & a blockchain platform (NFTs).
Ethereum has also exploded in popularity.
Its value increased by more than 22,000% in just five years, from around $11 to over $2,500.