Altcoin
CryptocurrencyUpdated: October 15, 2025
Also known as: Alternative Coin
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Any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin
Any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin, such as Ethereum, Litecoin, and Ripple.
The term "altcoin" (alternative coin) encompasses thousands of digital currencies that were created after Bitcoin. While Bitcoin remains the dominant cryptocurrency, altcoins offer different features, use cases, and technological approaches.