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Crypto Categories

Discover cryptocurrency categories and sectors on MEXC, grouped by ecosystems, use cases, technologies, etc. Categories are ranked by 24-hour price change. Select any category to view its constituent tokens and recent market performance.

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Smart Contract Platform

Layer 1 (L1)

Proof of Work (PoW)

Other Crypto

New Crypto

#CategoryTop Gainers

551Zano Ecosystem

----------2 552zkLink Nova Ecosystem

----------3 553Kadena Ecosystem

----------1 554Superposition Ecosystem

----------2 555opBNB Ecosystem

----------9 556MultiversX Ecosystem

----------25 557CarrChain Ecosystem

----------1 558BESC HyperChain Ecosystem

----------3 559Huobi ECO Chain Ecosystem

----------19 560Solana Ecosystem

----------3218 561WEMIX Ecosystem

----------4 562XDC Ecosystem

----------23 563Sanko Ecosystem

----------1 564TON Ecosystem

----------138 565Citrea Ecosystem

----------2 566Meter Ecosystem

----------6 567Unit0 Network Ecosystem

----------3 568Radix Ecosystem

----------9 569Mantra EVM Ecosystem

----------3 570Strata Ecosystem

--0.00%------6 571Cronos Ecosystem

----------66 572Velas Ecosystem

----------9 573Fuse Ecosystem

----------11 574Zora Ecosystem

----------7 575DFK Chain Ecosystem

----------2 576Algorand Ecosystem

----------21 577Glue Ecosystem

----------4 578Liquid Staked APT

--0.00%------7 579Wax Ecosystem

----------2 580ZetaChain Ecosystem

----------3 581Terra Classic Ecosystem

----------17 582Krown Network Ecosystem

----------2 583DefiMetaChain Ecosystem

----------1 584Bitgert Ecosystem

----------3 585Supra Ecosystem

----------1 586Avalanche Ecosystem

----------285 587Internet Computer Ecosystem

----------25 588Flow Ecosystem

----------1 589IoTeX Ecosystem

----------9 590Etherlink Ecosystem

----------17 591Injective Ecosystem

----------11 592Stable Ecosystem

----------3 593Liquid Staked BTC

--0.00%------6 594Liquid Staked SUI

--0.00%------5 595Mezo Ecosystem

----------3 596Somnia Ecosystem

----------5 597Viction Ecosystem

----------16 598Plume Network Ecosystem

----------35 599Q Mainnet Ecosystem

----------5 600Neon Ecosystem

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are cryptocurrency categories and sectors?

Cryptocurrency categories group digital assets based on shared characteristics, such as underlying technology, use cases, or ecosystems. This classification helps users easily navigate the market and track specific niches like DeFi, Memecoins, or Layer 1 blockchains.

Can a single cryptocurrency belong to multiple categories?

Yes. Because digital assets often possess multiple functional attributes, a single token can span several sectors. For example, Ethereum is classified as a Layer 1 blockchain, but it is also a fundamental part of the Smart Contract and Web3 infrastructure categories.

Are new cryptocurrency categories added over time?

Absolutely. The Web3 industry is highly dynamic. As new technological innovations, protocols, or market narratives emerge, we continuously update our index and add new sectors to accurately reflect the ever-evolving crypto landscape.

How can checking crypto categories help me discover trading opportunities?

By tracking crypto sectors, you can identify money flow and emerging market trends. When a specific narrative gains traction, checking the category allows you to quickly compare the performance of related tokens and capitalise on sector rotations.

What is the difference between an ecosystem and a crypto sector?

Disclaimer

All cryptocurrency categories, classification rules, and market data on this page are sourced from independent third parties. MEXC does not guarantee the accuracy or timeliness of this information. Sector inclusions do not constitute endorsements or investment recommendations. All content is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice. Crypto trading involves high risk; please conduct your own research (DYOR).