NFT (Non-Fungible Token)
Unique digital assets verified on a blockchain, representing ownership of specific items like art, collectibles, or virtual real estate.
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Staking
Locking up cryptocurrency to support blockchain network operations and earn rewards, similar to earning interest on a savings account.
DeFi (Decentralized Finance)
Financial services built on blockchain that operate without banks or traditional intermediaries, powered by smart contracts.
Cryptocurrency
Digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography for security and operates on decentralized networks.
Mining
The process of using computer power to verify transactions and add new blocks to a blockchain.
Smart Contract
Self-executing programs stored on a blockchain that automatically enforce agreement terms when predefined conditions are met.
Bitcoin Wallet
A Bitcoin wallet is a digital tool that stores the cryptographic keys needed to access, send, and receive Bitcoin.
Hardware Wallet
A physical device that stores crypto offline. Maximum security—even if your computer gets hacked, your crypto stays safe. Buy direct from manufacturer only.
Blockchain
A distributed digital ledger that records transactions across many computers in a way that makes the records virtually impossible to alter retroactively.
Scam (Crypto Scam)
Any trick designed to steal your crypto. Common types: fake giveaways, phishing sites, fake support, pump & dumps. Transactions are irreversible—prevention is critical.