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Staking

A process where users lock up their cryptocurrency holdings to support the operations of a blockchain network (e.g., validating transactions) and earn rewards in return.

Smart Contract

Self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code. They automatically execute and enforce agreements when predefined conditions are met.

Satoshi

The smallest unit of Bitcoin, named after its creator. One Satoshi equals 0.00000001 BTC.

Sidechain

A separate blockchain that runs parallel to a main blockchain, allowing for additional functionality or scalability while maintaining a connection to the main chain.

Stablecoin

A cryptocurrency designed to maintain a stable value by being pegged to a reserve asset, such as fiat currency or gold (e.g., USDT, USDC).

Satoshi Nakamoto

The pseudonymous creator(s) of Bitcoin, whose true identity remains unknown.

Shitcoin

A derogatory term for a cryptocurrency with little to no value or utility, often associated with scams or poor projects.

Scam Coin

A cryptocurrency created with the intent to defraud investors, often through fake promises or misleading information.

Stablecoin Peg

The mechanism by which a stablecoin maintains its value relative to a fiat currency or other asset.

Shill

The act of aggressively promoting a cryptocurrency, often to artificially inflate its price.

Soft Cap

The minimum amount of funds a cryptocurrency project aims to raise during an ICO or token sale.

Sybil Resistance

Measures implemented in a blockchain network to prevent a single entity from creating multiple fake identities.

Shill Army

A group of individuals paid or incentivized to promote a cryptocurrency project aggressively.

Satoshi’s Vision

A term used by supporters of Bitcoin Cash (BCH) to describe their belief in adhering to Bitcoin’s original vision as outlined by Satoshi Nakamoto.

Scarcity

A fundamental economic principle applied to cryptocurrencies, where limited supply increases value (e.g., Bitcoin’s 21 million coin cap).

Sharding Chain

A blockchain that uses sharding to improve scalability by splitting the network into smaller, more manageable pieces.

Soft Fork Activation

The process of implementing a soft fork, where new rules are introduced to the blockchain without requiring all nodes to upgrade.

Staking Pool

A group of users who combine their cryptocurrency holdings to increase their chances of earning staking rewards.

Smart Contract Audit

A thorough review of a smart contract’s code to identify vulnerabilities, bugs, or inefficiencies.

Social Recovery

A wallet recovery mechanism that allows users to regain access to their funds through the assistance of trusted contacts.

Stablecoin Issuer

An entity responsible for creating and managing a stablecoin, ensuring it maintains its peg to a fiat currency or asset.

Synthetic Asset

A token that represents the value of an underlying asset (e.g., gold, stocks) without requiring direct ownership.