Crypto has developed its own language at pace. Whether you are entering the industry, hiring in the space or investing in projects, understanding core terminology is essential.
Here is a clear, straight-to-the-point guide to key crypto terms.
Cryptocurrency
A digital asset designed to function as a medium of exchange on a blockchain.
Token
A digital asset issued on an existing blockchain. Tokens often represent utility, governance or value.
Wallet
Software or hardware used to store and manage crypto assets.
Private Key
A secret cryptographic key that provides ownership and access to a wallet.
Public Key
The wallet address used to receive assets.
Smart Contract
Self-executing code stored on a blockchain that runs automatically when conditions are met.
Gas Fee
Transaction fee paid to process actions on a blockchain.
Liquidity
How easily an asset can be bought or sold without affecting price.
Liquidity Pool
A pool of tokens locked in a smart contract used for trading or lending.
Staking
Locking tokens to support network operations in exchange for rewards.
Yield Farming
Earning returns by providing liquidity to DeFi protocols.
DeFi
Decentralised Finance. Financial services built on blockchain without intermediaries.
NFT
Non Fungible Token. A unique digital asset representing ownership of a specific item.
TGE (Token Generation Event)
The launch of a new token into circulation.
Final thoughts
Crypto moves fast. Understanding terminology is the first step to operating confidently in decentralised markets.
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