If you’ve got $2,000 to invest in crypto, Ethereum (ETH +1.01%) and Solana (SOL +0.45%) are both likely to have popped up on your radar. Both are vibrant crypto ecosystems with solid long-term potential that host a mix of decentralized applications and are supported by strong developer communities.

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Depending on your investment strategy, both could warrant inclusion in your crypto portfolio. Ethereum is more established and dominates the decentralized finance industry. Solana is faster, which could make it attractive as more financial transactions move on-chain.

Ethereum: Decentralized finance dominance continues

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