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Altcoin

A term used to describe any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin. It stands for 'alternative coin'.

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Address Delegation

The process of authorizing another party (a delegate) to perform certain actions on behalf of a cryptocurrency address owner, often used in Proof-of-Stake systems.

Airdrop

A distribution of a cryptocurrency token or coin, usually for free, to numerous wallet addresses. Airdrops are primarily implemented as a way of gaining attention and new followers, resulting in a larger user base and a wider disbursement of coins.

Algorithm

A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer. In crypto, algorithms define how blockchains operate, including consensus mechanisms and cryptographic functions.

Algorithmic Stablecoin

A type of stablecoin that maintains its peg to a fiat currency (like the US dollar) through algorithms and smart contracts, rather than being backed by reserves of the underlying asset.

All-Time High (ATH)

The highest price that a particular cryptocurrency or asset has ever reached in its trading history.

All-Time High (ATH)

The highest price or value that an asset has reached throughout its trading history.

All-Time Low (ATL)

The lowest price that a particular cryptocurrency or asset has ever reached in its trading history.

All-Time Low (ATL)

The lowest price or value that an asset has reached throughout its trading history.

Altcoin

A term used to describe any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin. It stands for 'alternative coin'.

Application Programming Interface (API)

A set of rules, protocols, and tools that allows different software applications to communicate with each other. In crypto, APIs enable developers to access blockchain data or interact with exchanges and dApps.

Application Programming Interface (API)

A set of protocols and tools that enable different software applications to communicate and share data with each other.

Application Programming Interface (API)

A set of protocols and tools that allow different software applications to communicate with each other.

Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC)

A type of integrated circuit (chip) designed for a specific purpose or application, rather than for general-purpose use. In crypto, ASICs are commonly used for mining.

Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC)

A specialized computer chip designed for a specific purpose, commonly used in cryptocurrency mining.

Arbitrage

The practice of simultaneously buying and selling an asset in different markets to profit from a temporary price difference.

ASIC Resistant

Refers to cryptocurrencies or mining algorithms designed to minimize the efficiency advantage of Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), aiming to promote decentralization by keeping mining viable with general-purpose hardware like GPUs.

ASIC Resistant

A characteristic of cryptocurrency mining algorithms designed to prevent or reduce the effectiveness of ASIC mining hardware.

Ask Me Anything (AMA)

An interactive online session where individuals (often project founders, developers, or notable figures) answer questions from the community in real-time.

Ask Me Anything (AMA)

An interactive Q&A session where community members can ask questions directly to project team members or industry experts.

Ask Price

The lowest price a seller is willing to accept for an asset in a trading market.

Ask Price

The lowest price a seller is willing to accept for an asset in a trading market.

Atomic Swap

A smart contract technology that enables the exchange of one cryptocurrency for another directly between user wallets, without the need for a trusted third party like an exchange.

Atomic SWAP

A smart contract technology that enables direct exchange of cryptocurrencies across different blockchain networks without intermediaries.

Automatic Replay Protection

A security feature implemented during blockchain forks that prevents transactions from being unintentionally replicated across different chains, protecting users' assets and maintaining network integrity.

Automatic Replay Protection

A security feature that prevents transactions from being unintentionally processed on multiple blockchain forks.

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Bagholder

A crypto trading term for an investor who holds onto a cryptocurrency that has significantly decreased in value, often refusing to sell despite continued losses.

Bakkt

A regulated financial institution and digital asset platform that enables consumers and institutions to buy, sell, store, and spend digital assets, with a focus on institutional-grade infrastructure and compliance.

Batch Auction

A trading mechanism where orders are collected over a period and executed simultaneously at a single clearing price, designed to reduce market manipulation and improve price discovery.

Bear Market

A financial market condition characterized by falling prices and negative sentiment

Bid-Ask Spread

The difference between the highest price a buyer is willing to pay and the lowest price a seller is willing to accept

Bitcoin (BTC)

The first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2009

Blockchain

A decentralized, distributed ledger technology that records transactions across a network of computers

Bull Market

A financial market condition where prices are rising or expected to rise consistently

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