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What Does ‘Turing-Complete’ Mean in the Context of the EVM?

Turing-complete means that the EVM can theoretically perform any computation that a modern computer can, provided it has enough time and memory (gas). This capability allows the EVM to execute complex smart contract logic, enabling sophisticated applications like decentralized exchanges and lending protocols.

Is It Possible to Build Complex Financial Derivatives on a Non-Turing-Complete Blockchain?
What Specific Types of Vulnerabilities Are Common in Turing-Complete Smart Contracts but Absent in Non-Turing-Complete Ones?
How Is a Second-Preimage Attack Different from a First-Preimage Attack?
What Is the Difference between Gas Limit and Gas Price?