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ARC-20A fungible token created using the Atomicals protocol to represent ownership of assets on the Bitcoin network.
AirdropA method of distributing digital assets free of charge to members of the public who meet conditions such as holdings or address activity.
AltcoinA general term for cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin; in broader usage it often also includes digital assets that are technically tokens.
Burner WalletA cryptocurrency wallet used for small, temporary on-chain interactions, primarily to isolate potential risks from the main wallet and most assets.
DeFi tokensAssets associated with decentralized finance applications, including lending platforms, decentralized exchanges, and yield protocols.
Disposition effectA behavioral tendency in which investors hold poorly performing assets while waiting for a recovery but sell assets that have appreciated more quickly.
ExchangeA platform that provides a marketplace where users can buy and sell assets.
Fan TokensBlockchain-based digital assets created by sports teams, clubs, or brands to strengthen fan engagement and provide specific benefits.
HODLA strategy of buying assets and holding them long term while avoiding frequent trading.
HoneypotIn crypto assets, a scam that entices users to deposit funds or buy a token but prevents them from selling or withdrawing.
Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC)A dedicated messaging protocol used by the Cosmos ecosystem that enables independent blockchains to exchange assets without relying on a single centralized operator.
InteroperabilityThe ability of different blockchains to connect, communicate, and exchange assets and data with one another.
Liquid Restaking Token (LRT)A transferable token representing a restaked position that lets holders continue using the value of their assets while earning rewards related to restaking.
Liquid stakingA form of staking that usually issues users a tradable receipt token after they stake assets.
Mainnet SwapRefers to the process by which a crypto project migrates its assets from one blockchain to another, commonly to the project's own native mainnet.
Non-Fungible Token (NFT)A type of crypto token that represents unique digital assets or real-world assets and is not interchangeable with one another.
Platform tokensAssets used to support blockchain network operations, pay transaction fees, and execute smart contracts.
Private KeyA confidential key used to sign transactions and control the corresponding on-chain assets.
RWAThe representation of ownership in off-chain assets such as government bonds, real estate, or commodities as blockchain tokens.
Real-world asset (RWA) tokensTokenized representations of physical or financial assets such as real estate, commodities, or government bonds that can be issued and traded on-chain.
RestakingThe practice of using already staked assets again to help secure other services beyond the underlying network.
SRC-20 TokenA token standard that uses Bitcoin Stamps to inscribe data on Bitcoin and create fungible assets.
Security tokensTokens representing financial assets that may grant holders ownership and potential dividend rights.
Soft stakingAn arrangement that does not require a fixed lockup and allows users to earn crypto asset staking rewards while their assets remain liquid.
StablecoinsA class of interchangeable crypto assets whose units are pegged to the same underlying value; examples in the text include USDT and USDC.
Strong handsTraders who are more patient and disciplined and who hold assets based on research and a long-term perspective.
TradFiA category of perpetual contracts that tracks the prices of traditional financial assets such as stocks, commodities, and foreign exchange.
TradFi perpetual contractA perpetual contract that tracks traditional financial assets such as stocks, ETFs, commodities, or indices, without conferring ownership of the underlying asset.
Wallet honeypotsRefers to scammers publicly displaying credentials for wallets that appear to hold assets, inducing others to add fees or attempt transfers, while using control mechanisms to trap or divert the funds.
Web 3.0An internet concept commonly associated with blockchains, decentralization, and user ownership of data and digital assets.
Web3A vision that emphasizes user control over digital identity, data, and assets, and the use of technologies such as blockchain to build open internet services.
asksThe selling prices set by asset holders when offering their assets for sale.
crypto walletA tool for accessing digital assets on a blockchain and storing the private keys needed to authorize transactions; it may be custodial or non-custodial.
hard stakingThe term used here for traditional staking that usually requires assets to be locked for a fixed period.
index fundsFunds that seek to replicate the performance of a specific index, giving investors indirect exposure to the portfolio of assets represented by that index.
liquid staking token (LST)A token representing staked assets used to secure a single network.
monitoring tagSome platforms have added monitoring tags to assets facing a higher risk of delisting.
purchasing powerRefers to how many goods and services a given amount of assets or currency can purchase.
stablecoinsA class of crypto assets that seeks to reduce price volatility by tracking the value of a reference asset.
Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA)An EU regulatory framework that took effect in 2024 and sets licensing and disclosure requirements for token issuers and trading platforms.
centralized exchange (CEX)A platform that uses an order book to match buy and sell orders and exchange crypto assets at the market price of a trading pair.
Centralized cryptocurrency exchange (CEX)A platform on which a centralized institution holds user assets in custody and processes cryptocurrency trades.
Centralized Finance (CeFi)A financial services model that relies on a company or another intermediary to hold assets in custody and process transactions.
Active managementAn investment strategy in which the fund manager actively selects and trades assets, with the goal of outperforming a particular index or market.
Buy and holdA passive investment strategy in which assets are purchased with the intention of holding them for the long term, without placing undue emphasis on short-term market fluctuations.
Trading pairA combination representing the exchange relationship between two assets, where one asset is quoted in terms of the other.
Trading strategyA comprehensive plan covering trading activities, specifying assets, entry and exit conditions, position sizing, risk controls, performance records, and other related matters.
Accounting LiquidityThe ability of a person or company to meet short-term financial obligations using assets that can be converted to cash quickly.
Beacon ChainEthereum's proof-of-stake consensus layer, which coordinates validators who stake assets and helps secure the network.
Bond YieldThe level of return associated with holding a bond; rising yields typically increase the relative attractiveness of bonds versus risk assets.

Definition

index funds

Funds that seek to replicate the performance of a specific index, giving investors indirect exposure to the portfolio of assets represented by that index.

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