The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) is a turning complete virtual machine that allows anyone to execute arbitrary EVM byte code. Every Ethereum node runs on the EVM to maintain consensus across the blockchain.

The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) is the core engine that powers the Ethereum blockchain. It serves as a decentralized computing platform that enables developers to build and deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). The EVM ensures that the rules of Ethereum’s protocol are followed, allowing for trustless execution of code across the network.

Smart contracts written in high-level programming languages like Solidity are compiled into bytecode, which the EVM processes. Each node in the Ethereum network runs the EVM to achieve consensus, executing the same instructions and maintaining a unified state.

By being Turing-complete, the EVM can perform any computation given enough resources, making it versatile for decentralized finance (DeFi), NFTs, gaming, and more, revolutionizing blockchain technology.