The first cryptocurrency, created by Satoshi Nakamoto, often referred to as digital gold.
A decentralized ledger technology that records all transactions across a network.
Any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin.
Ethereum, Solana, Cardano
A digital asset built on an existing blockchain.
ERC-20 tokens on Ethereum
A digital or virtual currency secured by cryptography, typically decentralized.
A misspelling of 'hold,' meaning to keep your cryptocurrency instead of selling.
I'm going to HODL my Bitcoin through this market dip.
Fear Of Missing Out - The anxiety of missing out on potential profits in the market.
Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt - Negative news or rumors intended to create panic selling.
A market characterized by rising prices.
A market characterized by falling prices.
The process of distributing control across a network rather than a single authority.
The process of validating transactions and adding them to the blockchain. Miners are rewarded with crypto.
Locking up your cryptocurrency to support a network and earn rewards.
Self-executing contracts with terms directly written into code.
The transaction fee paid to miners or validators for processing transactions on a blockchain.
Decentralized Finance - A blockchain-based form of finance that doesn't rely on traditional financial institutions.
Earning rewards by lending or staking cryptocurrency in DeFi platforms.
A pool of crypto funds locked in a smart contract to facilitate trading on decentralized exchanges.
Cryptocurrencies pegged to a stable asset like the US dollar.
USDT, USDC
A secret key used to access your cryptocurrency. It must be kept secure.
A cryptographic code that allows users to receive cryptocurrencies.
A crypto wallet not connected to the internet, offering maximum security.
A crypto wallet connected to the internet, suitable for frequent transactions.
Non-Fungible Token - Unique digital assets stored on a blockchain, often used for art, collectibles, or gaming items.
The process of creating an NFT on a blockchain.
A virtual world where users can interact using digital assets like NFTs and cryptocurrencies.
Initial Coin Offering - A fundraising method where new cryptocurrencies are sold to investors.
Free tokens distributed to users as a promotional strategy.
A permanent divergence in a blockchain resulting in two separate chains.
Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash
Do Your Own Research - A reminder to research thoroughly before investing.
Someone who sells their crypto at the first sign of trouble.
Someone who holds onto their crypto despite volatility or market drops.
We're All Gonna Make It - A popular phrase in the crypto community indicating optimism.
Not Gonna Make It - A term used humorously for bad decisions or skepticism in the market.
A term for getting wrecked, or suffering significant losses in trading.
A phrase used when cryptocurrency prices are expected to rise significantly.
Bitcoin is going to the moon!