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Cryptocurrency development can mean one of the two things — coin or token creation. Both are cryptocurrencies, but there is one fundamental difference. A coin operates on its own blockchain, while a token works on top of an existing one.

The distinction between coins and tokens is crucial in the world of cryptocurrencies. Coins are native to their own blockchains, while tokens reside on existing blockchains. This distinction has significant implications for the technology, governance, and potential use cases of each type of cryptocurrency.