Bitcoin
The first and most well-known cryptocurrency, created by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2009.
Glossary
B
Blockchain
A distributed digital ledger that records transactions across many computers.
D
DeFi
Decentralized Finance - financial services built on blockchain technology.
G
Gas
The fee required to execute transactions on the Ethereum network.
H
HODL
Crypto slang for holding assets long-term instead of selling.
M
Market Cap
Total value of a cryptocurrency calculated by price × circulating supply.
N
NFT
Non-Fungible Token - unique digital asset verified on blockchain.
S
Smart Contract
Self-executing code on a blockchain that automatically enforces agreements.
Staking
Locking up crypto to support network operations and earn rewards.
W
Wallet
Software or hardware that stores your cryptocurrency private keys.