Ethereum

Ethereum is the number one alternative to Bitcoin, and many investors see it as a better long-term investment. It's certainly got the edge in terms of technology, as well as lots of support from industry-leading companies. The Ethereum blockchain supports Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and helped launch JP Morgan's digital USD. Moreover, its biggest fans believe Ethereum's network will form the basis of a new, decentralised internet that will revolutionise social media, the finance industry, and data protection. And at less than $400 a coin, Ethereum is an excellent option for first-time investors.