1.Bitcoin (BTC) – The King of Crypto

✅ Most recognized and widely accepted ✅ Good for long-term holding ("digital gold")

2.Ethereum (ETH) – More Than Just a Coin

✅ Powers smart contracts and decentralized apps (DApps) ✅ Strong developer support and future upgrades

3.Binance Coin (BNB) – The Exchange Giant

✅ Used for discounts on Binance trading fees ✅ Supports Binance Smart Chain for DeFi and NFTs

4.Cardano (ADA) – The Eco-Friendly Choice

✅ Focuses on sustainability and low energy use Strong academic research backing

5.Solana (SOL) – Fast & Scalable

Super-fast transactions with low fees ✅ Popular for gaming and NFT projects

6 Polygon (MATIC) – Ethereum’s Helper

✅ Helps make Ethereum transactions cheaper and faster ✅ Used by big brands like Reddit & Instagram

7.Ripple (XRP) – The Bank-Friendly Crypto

Designed for fast and cheap cross-border paymentsPartnered with many banks and financial institutions

8.USD Coin (USDC) – A Stable Option

✅ Price is tied to the US dollar, so less risk ✅ Good for beginners who want less volatility

9.Litecoin (LTC) – The Faster Bitcoin

✅ Created as a “lighter” version of Bitcoin with quicker transactions ✅ Lower fees and strong security

10.Avalanche (AVAX) – The Speedy Competitor

Fast transactions and low fees ✅ Competes with Ethereum for smart contracts and DeFi

11.Chainlink (LINK) – The Bridge Between Crypto & Real World

✅ Helps connect smart contracts with real-world data ✅ Used in many DeFi applications

12.Dogecoin (DOGE) – The Fun & Community-Driven Coin

Started as a meme but has strong community support Accepted by some businesses for payments