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…Notable examples of optimistic rollups include Arbitrum, Optimism, and Blast.Key TakeawayAn optimistic rollup is a Layer-2 scaling solution designed to enhance the throughput and efficiency of blockchains, allowing transactions to be processed off-chain, where multiple transactions are bundled together in large batches before being submitted to the mainchain.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Library (SPL) is a collection of ready-to-use, open-source components for building de…
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…Some exchanges offer tiered fee structures, where high-volume traders may receive discounted taker fees.Key TakeawayA taker fee is the cost incurred by traders who execute orders that are immediately matched, removing liquidity from the order book.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Library (SPL) is a collection of ready-to-use, open-source components for building decentralised applications (dapps) on the Solana blockchain.HODLerA ‘HODLer’ is someone who holds onto their di…
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…Bitcoin functions as a true P2P system with the goal of eliminating the need for third-party financial institutions as intermediaries, instead having peers work together to secure the network and ensure it works smoothly.Key TakeawayIn a peer-to-peer (P2P) network, each user is a member of and contributes to the network, sharing data and/or tasks.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Library (SPL) is a collection of ready-to-use, open-source components for building decentralised …
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…This negative feedback loop causes more people to hold off on their purchases, believing that prices will continue to drop in the coming months.Characteristics of a cryptocurrency bear market include: Declining prices over a prolonged period of timeDowntrending price trajectoryHigh interest ratesWeak demand and strong selling pressureLow market confidenceNegative media sentimentKey TakeawayA cryptocurrency bear market describes when the market experiences a decline of at least 20% from recent h…
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…Additionally, hardware wallets are noticeably less convenient for daily transactions, as they need to be physically plugged into a device or linked via a Bluetooth connection before the user can access their digital assets.Key TakeawayA hardware wallet is an offline physical cryptocurrency wallet.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Library (SPL) is a collection of ready-to-use, open-source components for building decentralised applications (dapps) on the Solana blockchain.HODLe…
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…This provision rewards traders for adding liquidity, helping to promote a liquid and efficient market.Note that the actual percentage of the maker fee varies across exchanges.Key TakeawayA maker fee applies when a user places orders that are not immediately filled, adding liquidity to a trading platform's order book.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Library (SPL) is a collection of ready-to-use, open-source components for building decentralised applications (dapps) on the Sol…
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…This is why volume and other indicators, like the Relative Strength Index (RSI) or stochastic oscillator, are often used to confirm a breakout’s strength.Traders often use breakouts as entry points for positions in hopes of riding the trend following a breakout.Key TakeawayIn cryptocurrency trading, a breakout occurs when the price of a digital asset moves above a specific resistance level or below a support level with increased volume.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Libr…
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…This group of cryptocurrencies is known as ‘altcoins’, which include Ethereum, Cardano, XRP, and Polkadot, to name a few.Key TakeawayCryptocurrency is a peer-to-peer (P2P) digital payment system that relies on cryptography and blockchain technology to verify transactions and maintain security.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Library (SPL) is a collection of ready-to-use, open-source components for building decentralised applications (dapps) on the Solana blockchain.HODLe…
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…Examples of CSS are Skype, Microsoft Office, and MacOS. Examples of open-source crypto projects include Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and Bitcoin SV (BSV), which are modified versions of the original Bitcoin (BTC).Key TakeawayOpen-source is a term used to describe a publicly accessible software programme that users are free to inspect, modify, and share.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Library (SPL) is a collection of ready-to-use, open-source components for building decentralised app…
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…The advent of technology and digital innovation has given rise to alternative financial systems like cryptocurrency and decentralised finance (DeFi), which aim to address the limitations of TradFi.Key TakeawayTraditional finance, or TradFi, is a conventional approach to financial activities that relies on established institutions, such as banks, insurance companies, investment companies, and stock exchanges.Related WordsSolana Program LibraryThe Solana Program Library (SPL) is a collection of re…
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