Airdrop
A token distribution campaign used by crypto projects to reward early users or attract attention.
Crypto Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terms investors see every day.
Altcoin
Any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin.
DeFi
Decentralized finance applications that run on blockchain networks without traditional intermediaries.
Halving
A scheduled Bitcoin event that cuts block rewards by 50%.
Layer 2
A scaling network built on top of a base blockchain to improve speed and reduce fees.
Market Cap
Token price multiplied by circulating supply.
Staking
Locking tokens to help secure a proof-of-stake network or earn rewards.
TVL
Total value locked in a DeFi protocol.
Wallet
Software or hardware used to store and manage crypto keys.
Web3
A broad term for blockchain-based apps, identity, finance, and ownership systems.