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Unspent Transaction Output (UTXO) A succinct definition of Unspent Transaction Output (UTXO) Unspent Transaction Output (UTXO)Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYUNSPENT TRANSACTION OUTPUT (UTXO)Copy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinUnspent Transaction Output (UTXO)‘Unspent transaction output’ (UTXO) represents the remaining balance of digital currency following a cryptocurrency transaction. The term is commonly used in cryptocurrency, partic…
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Long A succinct definition of Long LongLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYLONGCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinLongIn the context of cryptocurrency trading, going ‘long’ means buying a cryptocurrency and holding on to it in the hopes its price will rise. If the prediction of the trader is correct, they can sell the cryptocurrency at a higher price and make a profit.The long strategy is based on the belief that the crypto market will gro…
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Politically Exposed Person (PEP) A succinct definition of Politically Exposed Person (PEP) Politically Exposed Person (PEP)Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYPOLITICALLY EXPOSED PERSON (PEP)Copy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinPolitically Exposed Person (PEP)PEP typically stands for ‘Politically Exposed Person’, which refers to individuals who are or have been entrusted with prominent public functions, such as government officials, senior e…
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Hashing A succinct definition of Hashing HashingLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYHASHINGCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinHashingA hashing algorithm on a blockchain takes an infinite number of bits, puts them through calculations, then outputs a fixed number of bits. No matter the length of the input data, the output is always rectified at a fixed length.Hashing helps to prevent major issues in the cryptocurrency industry, including double…
Liquidity Pool A succinct definition of Liquidity Pool Liquidity PoolLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYLIQUIDITY POOLCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinLiquidity PoolA liquidity pool is essentially a reserve consisting of cryptocurrencies that are locked in a smart contract together. They are primarily used to facilitate decentralised finance (DeFi)-related activities, such as lending, trading, and swapping, on a decentralised exchange (DEX)…
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Bank Run A succinct definition of Bank Run Bank RunLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYBANK RUNCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinBank RunBank runs typically occur in panic situations, when customers believe that their bank — or, in cryptocurrency markets, a centralised exchange (CEX) — may become insolvent or go bankrupt. However, banks often do not have enough cash on hand to replace all of the withdrawn funds, as they typically only mai…
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Hot Wallet A succinct definition of Hot Wallet Hot WalletLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYHOT WALLETCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinHot WalletHot wallets are connected to the internet, meaning that funds stored in hot wallets are more accessible. However, because of this connection, they are also susceptible to malicious attacks. Examples of hot wallets include web-based wallets, mobile wallets, and desktop wallets. Hot wallets work as …
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Utility Token A succinct definition of Utility Token Utility TokenLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYUTILITY TOKENCopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinUtility TokenUtility tokens grant their holders certain privileges and access to services. Each utility token is unique to its ecosystem and cannot be mined. Instead, tokens are typically pre-mined by the team behind the project and distributed through specific methods. Utility tokens are common…
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TradFi A succinct definition of TradFi TradFiLevel UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYTRADFICopy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinTradFiTraditional finance, commonly known as TradFi, is a conventional approach to financial activities that relies on established institutions, regulations, and intermediaries like banks, insurance companies, and stock exchanges. It encompasses various services like banking, investment management, and asset trading. Key c…
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Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) A succinct definition of Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT)Level UpNEWIndividualsBusinessesDevelopersDiscoverCompanyGLOSSARYMODERN PORTFOLIO THEORY (MPT)Copy linkShare on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on LinkedinModern Portfolio Theory (MPT)Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) is an investment framework that helps traders optimise the risk-reward balance of their cryptocurrency portfolios. Originally developed by economist Harry Markowitz in 1952, …
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