Decentralization and Peer-to-Peer
Networks: The core principle of removing central authorities (like banks or governments) and how transactions are validated by a global network of users (nodes)
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Blockchain Technology Fundamentals
An explanation of what a distributed ledger is, how data is grouped into “blocks,” and the cryptographic linking that forms the “chain.”
Blockchain Technology Fundamentals Read MoreRisk and Volatility
Cryptocurrency markets are known for their high volatility, meaning prices can fluctuate dramatically in short periods. Other key risks include regulatory changes, technological vulnerabilities (smart contract bugs), …
Risk and Volatility Read MoreNew Financial Models: DeFi
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) is an umbrella term for financial applications built on blockchain technology (mostly Ethereum). It aims to recreate traditional financial services—like lending, borrowing, and …
New Financial Models: DeFi Read MoreAcquisition: Exchanges and Trading
Individuals typically buy, sell, and trade crypto through a Digital Currency Exchange (DCE). These platforms act as intermediaries and facilitate the conversion between fiat currency and cryptocurrencies. …
Acquisition: Exchanges and Trading Read MoreStorage: Crypto Wallets and Keys
Cryptocurrency is not physically “stored” anywhere; rather, the cryptographic keys needed to access and spend it are stored in a digital wallet. Public Key: The wallet …
Storage: Crypto Wallets and Keys Read MoreStablecoins
These are cryptocurrencies designed to minimize volatility by being pegged to a “stable” asset, typically a fiat currency like the US Dollar (e.g., USD Coin or Tether). …
Stablecoins Read MoreDigital Assets: Coins vs. Tokens
Coins: Native assets of their own independent blockchain (e.g., Bitcoin on the Bitcoin blockchain, Ether on the Ethereum blockchain). They function primarily as money. Tokens: Assets …
Digital Assets: Coins vs. Tokens Read MoreDigital Assets: Coins vs. Tokens
Coins: Native assets of their own independent blockchain (e.g., Bitcoin on the Bitcoin blockchain, Ether on the Ethereum blockchain). They function primarily as money. Tokens: Assets built …
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Since there is no central bank, the network must agree (achieve “consensus”) that a transaction is valid. The two primary mechanisms are: Proof-of-Work (PoW): Used by Bitcoin, …
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