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51% attackAlso known as a majority attack, this refers to an attack in which the attacker controls more than half of the blockchain network’s hashing power and may disrupt consensus, transaction confirmation, or carry out double-spending.
AEROAerodrome's transferable native token, used to reward liquidity providers and can also be locked in exchange for ve AERO。
AI DeepfakeUse AI synthesized or imitated voices and images of others to impersonate trusted individuals and make fraudulent requests more credible.
ARC-20A fungible token created using the Atomicals protocol to represent ownership of assets on the Bitcoin network.
AltcoinGenerally refers to Bitcoin other than Altcoin, and in the broad sense also often includes digital assets that are technically tokens.
Atomicals ProtocolAn open-source system for creating UTXO static or dynamic digital objects on blockchains that adopt the model.
BGP hijackingThe technique whereby an attacker advertises a false route, redirecting network traffic to infrastructure under their control.
BRC-20An experimental standard for minting and transferring fungible tokens on the Bitcoin blockchain using the Ordinals protocol.
BRC-20 tokenAn experimental token standard for minting and transferring fungible tokens using the Bitcoin Ordinals protocol.
Break-Even Point (BEP)The level at which total revenue equals total costs, with the relevant expenses exactly covered and no profit or loss.
ConfluenceTwo or more independent signals, indicators, or strategies point to the same conclusion, strengthening support for a trading decision.
DYORAn abbreviation for “Do Your Own Research,” referring to independently verifying information such as the team, audits, token unlocks, and on-chain signals.
Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA)An investment strategy that involves investing a fixed amount at regular intervals to purchase an asset, without changing the amount invested based on the asset’s current price.
EIP-4844Also known as Proto-Danksharding, it introduces blob-carrying transactions to support low-cost processing of large volumes of data and lay the groundwork for subsequent scaling upgrades.
EtherThe basic unit of Ether, 1 Ether（ETH) equals 10¹⁸ Wei。
Ethereum Request for CommentERC the full name, representing the formal designation for Ethereum Request for Comment proposals and discussions.
Falling KnifeRefers to an asset whose price is falling rapidly and sharply, with the bottom not yet established; it can also refer to the high-risk situation of rashly buying during such a decline.
GasA unit used by certain networks to measure computational resources consumed during execution; the actual transaction fee also depends on factors such as the gas price.
Gas limitThe maximum amount of computational work that a single block can accommodate. Increasing it can increase block capacity, but also raises validation and resource requirements.
NGMIAn abbreviation of “Not Gonna Make It,” meaning “will not succeed.” It is used to express pessimism, doubt, or disappointment, and may also carry a humorous or sarcastic meaning.
OrdinalsA Bitcoin protocol that numbers satoshis according to mining order and allows data to be inscribed on satoshis.
Ordinals protocolA protocol that uses ordinal theory to number satoshis and inscribe data onto individual satoshis.
Proof of Attendance Protocol (POAP)A protocol that uses blockchain to create digital badges and record attendance at specific events; it also refers to the badges themselves.
TaprootAn upgrade that expands the data capacity of Bitcoin blocks and lays the foundation for Ordinals and BRC-20 applications.
Taproot upgradein November 14, 2021 the Bitcoin upgrade released, enabling the Ordinals recording process.
Token SaleRefers to issuing tokens and exchanging them for another cryptocurrency, also known as an Initial Coin Offering.
Traditional stakingA staking method that typically requires tokens to be locked for a fixed period, restricting trading or withdrawals during the lock-up period.
UTXOUTXO Also known as an “unspent transaction output,” it is a model used by Bitcoin and other blockchains to organize and track available transaction value.
Unit of AccountA common measure used to measure and compare the value of property, goods, or services; in an accounting context, it may also refer to a specific asset or liability recorded in the financial statements.
Volatility DecayRefers to leveraged tokens and leverage ETF The erosion of returns in volatile or range-bound markets caused by the combined effects of daily rebalancing and compounding, also known as beta slippage or volatility drag.
Wallet honeypotsWallet honeypots refer to scammers publicly displaying wallet credentials that appear to hold assets, enticing others to add fees or attempt transfers, while using control mechanisms to trap or siphon off funds.
archive nodeA node that retains the complete blockchain history from the genesis block while also performing full validation.
fakeoutAnother term for a false breakout, in which the breakout fails to continue and the price quickly returns to the original range.
false breakoutRefers to a situation in which the price breaks through a key level, quickly reverses, and returns to the original range.
genesis blockThe first block in a blockchain, also known as block zero.
technical analysis (TA)Analyze the market using price-based methods or indicators, and combine multiple signals to formulate a trading plan.
trading volumeSynonymous with trading volume, referring to the number of asset units traded within a given period; it may also be expressed by the traded asset or the quote currency.
Triangular FraudColluding buyers place simultaneous orders, make partial payments, and falsely claim full payment to confuse the seller, inducing the release of cryptocurrency exceeding the amount corresponding to the funds actually received.
False breakoutThe price briefly breaks above the upper trendline and then reverses, invalidating the original breakout signal.
SoundnessValidators should be able to reliably determine whether the prover actually possesses the relevant information, preventing false claims from passing verification.
Genesis blockThe first block of the Bitcoin network, also known as block 0, was mined on January 3, 2009.
Wash tradingA manipulative practice in which the same party buys and sells the same financial instrument to create the appearance of false market activity or trading volume.
Two-factor authentication (2FA)A security mechanism that requires users to provide two different forms of identity credentials before being granted access to an account or system.
Address whitelistAn address whitelist limits withdrawal destinations to pre-approved addresses and is an important security measure when enabling API withdrawals.
Ordinals protocolA protocol that numbers satoshis and allows additional data to be attached to them through inscription.
LeverageUsing borrowed funds to increase trading positions can amplify potential gains, but it can also amplify potential losses.
Governance tokenDAO A token used by members to vote on protocol changes, system rules, or other proposals.
VolatilityThe extent to which prices change over a period of time; higher volatility may offer greater profit opportunities, but also entails higher risk.
Cash dividendA dividend paid by a company in cash based on the number of shares held by each shareholder, usually distributed at fixed intervals.
Moving Average RibbonA technical analysis tool composed of multiple moving averages with different periods, used to help assess market momentum, trend strength, and potential reversals.

Definition

Ether

The basic unit of Ether, 1 Ether（ETH) equals 10¹⁸ Wei。

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