Glossary

A decentralized storage protocol used to store NFT metadata and files in a content-addressed, peer-to-peer manner.

The perceived fundamental worth of a cryptocurrency based on its technology, utility, and economic model.

The ability of different blockchain networks to communicate, share data, and transfer value between each other.

The cost of borrowing or the return on lending cryptocurrency in DeFi protocols, expressed as an annual percentage.

A reserve of funds held by a cryptocurrency exchange to cover losses from liquidations in leveraged trading.

Large entities like hedge funds, pension funds, and corporations that invest significant capital in cryptocurrency markets.

Data permanently embedded into blockchain transactions, particularly Bitcoin satoshis via the Ordinals protocol.

An asset, often Bitcoin, used to preserve purchasing power against the devaluation of fiat currencies due to inflation.

The rate at which new cryptocurrency units are created and enter circulation, which can dilute the value of existing holdings.

A temporary loss experienced by liquidity providers in AMMs when the price ratio of deposited token pairs changes.