Gas Fees

Gas fees are transaction costs paid to network validators to process and secure operations on a blockchain, varying with demand and complexity.

Proof of Stake

Proof of Stake is a consensus method where validators stake tokens to secure the network and earn rewards for validating transactions.

Ethereum

Ethereum is a decentralized blockchain platform that runs smart contracts and dApps, using its native cryptocurrency (ETH) for transactions and fees.

Crypto ETFs

Crypto ETFs are exchange-traded funds that track the price of cryptocurrencies, letting investors gain exposure without directly owning the assets.

Crypto Cards

Crypto cards are payment cards linked to crypto wallets that allow users to spend cryptocurrency in everyday transactions by converting it to fiat at checkout.

Crypto Slang

Crypto slang is informal language used in crypto communities to describe trends, behaviors, and market events (e.g. HODL, FOMO, degen, etc.).

On-ramps and Off-ramps

On-ramps are services that let users convert fiat money into crypto, while off-ramps let users convert crypto back into fiat currency.

CEXs (Centralized Exchanges)

Centralized exchanges (CEXs) are platforms run by companies that facilitate crypto trading by acting as intermediaries between buyers and sellers.

CeFi

CeFi (Centralized Finance) refers to financial services in crypto that are managed by centralized companies acting as intermediaries for users.