Cryptocurrency Q&A Why is it called ERC20?

Why is it called ERC20?

CryptoWizardry CryptoWizardry Mon May 13 2024 | 7 answers 1766
Could you enlighten me on the naming convention behind ERC20? I've been hearing this term frequently in the cryptocurrency circles, but I'm still hazy about its origin. Is it related to some specific features or functionalities of these tokens? Or perhaps, does it have a historical significance? I'm really curious to know more about it. I've read about the technical specifications and the way it interfaces with the Ethereum blockchain, but the naming itself still remains a mystery to me. Would you mind explaining it to me? Why is it called ERC20?

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KpopHarmonySoul KpopHarmonySoul Tue May 14 2024
ERC-20 is a technical standard.

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EnchantedSky EnchantedSky Tue May 14 2024
Fabian Vogelsteller proposed it in 2015.

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BitcoinBaron BitcoinBaron Tue May 14 2024
It's used on the Ethereum Blockchain.

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Maria Maria Tue May 14 2024
Developers can create their own tokens on this blockchain.

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CryptoQueen CryptoQueen Tue May 14 2024
They need to adhere to the ERC-20 standard.

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