Scalability

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Scalability is the ability of a blockchain or system to handle increasing numbers of transactions or users efficiently without performance loss.

Bitcoin halving

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Bitcoin halving is a scheduled event where mining rewards are cut in half, reducing new supply and controlling inflation.

Whitepaper

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A whitepaper is a detailed document that explains a project’s concept, technology, goals, and how it plans to work or solve a problem.

Transaction fees

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Transaction fees are charges paid to process and validate transactions on a blockchain network.

Proof of Work

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Proof of Work (PoW) is a consensus mechanism where miners use computing power to validate transactions and secure the blockchain.

Hashing

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Hashing is the process of converting data into a fixed-length code using a cryptographic function, ensuring data integrity and security.

Cryptography

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Cryptography is the science of securing information using mathematical techniques to protect data, ensure privacy, and verify authenticity.

Decentralization

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Decentralization is the distribution of control and decision-making across a network instead of a single central authority.

Digital Scarcity

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Digital scarcity is the concept of limiting the supply of digital assets so they cannot be easily duplicated or inflated, giving them value.