A decentralized digital ledger that records transactions across multiple computers securely and transparently.

The study of the economic model behind a cryptocurrency, including supply, demand, and incentives for users.

A detailed document outlining a cryptocurrency's purpose, technology, and implementation strategy, crucial for attracting investors.

Protocols that determine how transactions are verified and agreed upon within a blockchain network.

Self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code, facilitating automated transactions.

A fundraising method where new cryptocurrencies sell tokens to investors to raise capital.

Applications that run on a peer-to-peer network, utilizing blockchain technology for transparency and security.

The process of converting data into a fixed-size string of characters, which is essential for data integrity in blockchain.

The process of validating transactions and adding them to the blockchain, often involving solving complex mathematical problems.

A computer that participates in a blockchain network, maintaining a copy of the blockchain and validating transactions.

A cryptographic system that uses pairs of keys for secure communication, essential for cryptocurrency transactions.

A change in the protocol of a blockchain, which can lead to a split into two separate chains.

Adhering to laws and regulations governing cryptocurrency operations, crucial for legal operation.

The total value of a cryptocurrency, calculated by multiplying the current price by the total supply of coins.

The ease with which a cryptocurrency can be bought or sold in the market without affecting its price.

The method of allocating tokens to investors, users, and stakeholders, impacting the cryptocurrency's economics.

A type of cryptocurrency that represents ownership in an asset, subject to federal securities regulations.

A cryptocurrency designed to provide access to a product or service within a blockchain ecosystem.

Financial services using smart contracts on blockchains, aiming to recreate traditional financial systems.

A service that provides real-world data to smart contracts, enabling them to execute based on external information.

Transaction fees paid to miners for processing transactions on a blockchain, particularly in Ethereum.

Techniques to improve blockchain scalability, allowing it to handle a larger number of transactions.

The ability of different blockchain networks to communicate and operate together effectively.

A digital tool that allows users to store, send, and receive cryptocurrencies securely.

An organization represented by rules encoded as a computer program, controlled by its members without centralized authority.