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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
601Ziliqa EVM Ecosystem
SEED
----------1602Quai Network Ecosystem
QUAI
----------1603Reactive Network Ecosystem
REACT
----------1604Compound Tokens
CLINK
CUNI
CZRX
----------7605Hyperunit Ecosystem
UMON
UXPL
UENA
--------$ 33.04M14606Cosmos Ecosystem
SCRT
STINJ
WDOT
----------14607Polkadot Ecosystem
UNQ
AVT
WUD
----------17608Merlin Chain Ecosystem
UNIBTC
SOLVBTC
MP
----------8609Aptos Ecosystem
STAPT
KAPT
DOODOO
----------42610Hyperliquid Ecosystem
JEFF
HAR
BRIDGE
----------72611Sonic Ecosystem
BRUSH
CONK
ZF
----------71612Henesys Ecosystem
LINK
----------1613Elastos Smart Contract Chain Ecosystem
HT
WELA
ELK
----------3614GateLayer Ecosystem
GT
----------1615Stellar Ecosystem
SODA
GYEN
AFR
----------34616Peaq Ecosystem
SLC
WETH
USDT
----------13617HyperEVM Ecosystem
HYPSTR
TESTICLES
GET
----------174618Zedxion Ecosystem
BTC.Z
----------1619Hydra Ecosystem
ANI
CHANGE
----------2620BNB Chain Ecosystem
REX
SAFU
SHILL
----------1897621Pharos Ecosystem
LINK
USDC
BTCVC
----------3622Binance-Peg Tokens
ZEC
ONT
DOGE
--------$ 36.79M17623Ancient8 Ecosystem
A8
----------1624Sora Ecosystem
FIS
STAKE
KAON
----------31625OKT Chain Ecosystem
O3
USDC
OKB
----------4626Kasplex Ecosystem
SOMPI
BMT
----------2627Goat Ecosystem
GOATED
WETH
USDC.E
----------4628Aktionariat Ecosystem
WMKT
DAKS
LENDS
--------$ 5.60K3629Bridged WAVAX
WAVAX
--------$ 194.921630Ink Ecosystem
BEAST
KRAKMASK
KRAKEN
----------49631Soneium Ecosystem
USR
YAYSTONE
KYO
----------21632Beam Ecosystem
RST
WBEAM
USDC
----------7633Zano Ecosystem
FUSD
ZANO
----------2634Arc Ecosystem
MEMESPAD
BUILDERS
GLITCH
----------57635zkLink Nova Ecosystem
USDC
ZKL
----------2636Kadena Ecosystem
KDA
----------1637opBNB Ecosystem
DPET
THE
XVS
----------7638MultiversX Ecosystem
HYPE
HTM
RARE
----------19639CarrChain Ecosystem
CARR
----------1640WEMIX Ecosystem
WEMIX
PRO
WEMIX$
----------4641Citrea Ecosystem
CTR
CTUSD
WCBTC
----------4642Meter Ecosystem
MTR
WBNB
WETH
----------5643Radix Ecosystem
ASTRL
OCI
DOGECUBE
----------6644Velas Ecosystem
WBNB
WETH
WPOL
----------9645Zora Ecosystem
ENJOY
COINAGE
ZORA
----------5646DFK Chain Ecosystem
USDC
CRYSTAL
----------2647Algorand Ecosystem
MONKO
DALGO
OPUL
----------16648Wax Ecosystem
TLM
WAXP
----------2649Terra Classic Ecosystem
ORION
MIR
DO
----------15650Krown Network Ecosystem
ETH
WKROWN
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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 capitalize on sector rotations.

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).