Category: Smart Contracts

A smart contract is a self-executing agreement with terms written directly into blockchain-based code.

A transaction is a recorded exchange of value or data on a blockchain, such as sending cryptocurrency or interacting with a smart contract.

The ABI defines how smart contracts interact externally by specifying available functions and their parameters.

A design pattern in Ethereum that separates account logic from the protocol, enabling customizable user accounts and flexible transaction validation.

A smart contract technology enabling the exchange of cryptocurrencies from different blockchains without intermediaries.

The low-level machine-readable code that smart contracts are compiled into before being deployed on a blockchain.

The user interface component of a decentralized application that interacts with blockchain smart contracts.

A multi-token Ethereum standard that allows the creation of both fungible and non-fungible tokens within a single smart contract.

A tokenized vault standard for Ethereum that defines a uniform interface for yield-bearing tokens and DeFi vaults.

A computation engine that executes smart contracts and maintains the state of Ethereum's decentralized network.

The unit of computational cost used to execute operations and smart contracts on the Ethereum network.

A ledger model used by blockchains like Ethereum where each account holds balances and smart contract state.

A thorough security review of blockchain smart contracts to identify vulnerabilities before deployment.

A decentralized exchange mechanism that uses mathematical formulas to price assets and facilitate trading without order books.

A program that rewards individuals for identifying and responsibly disclosing security vulnerabilities in blockchain systems.

A modular framework for creating and managing DAOs using holographic consensus and smart contract templates.

The use of encoded rules and algorithms to automate decision-making in blockchain protocols and DAOs.

Smart contract-based systems that execute governance decisions programmatically without human intervention.

A self-executing entity on the blockchain that acts independently based on pre-programmed logic and environmental inputs.

A token standard on Binance Smart Chain (BSC) similar to Ethereum’s ERC-20, defining rules for fungible tokens.

The processes and rules that determine how changes are made to blockchain protocols and how decisions are enforced.

A signed, verifiable action on a blockchain that alters the network state, such as sending tokens or calling a contract.

A unique identifier assigned to each blockchain network to prevent transaction replay across chains.

The capability of blockchain systems to combine independently developed components into complex, functional applications.

A self-executing program stored on the blockchain that automatically enforces rules and conditions.

A mathematical method used to verify data or computation validity without revealing underlying information.

A collectively owned and operated blockchain-based entity governed by smart contracts and token-holder voting.

An application built on a blockchain that operates without centralized control, often using smart contracts.

A financial ecosystem built on blockchain that offers services like lending, trading, and yield generation without intermediaries.

A decision-making process where power is distributed across a blockchain community, often via token-based voting.

A data service that fetches and verifies external information for smart contracts using multiple independent sources.

A cryptographic method used to verify the authenticity and integrity of a message or transaction.

A type of NFT that can change its metadata based on real-world events or on-chain activity.

An Ethereum upgrade that introduced a base fee mechanism and ETH burning to improve transaction efficiency and predictability.

A widely adopted Ethereum token standard defining rules for fungible tokens used across DeFi and dApps.

A token standard on Ethereum for representing unique, non-fungible assets like NFTs.

A trustless mechanism for holding and releasing assets based on predefined conditions in a smart contract.

The runtime environment for executing smart contracts on Ethereum and compatible blockchains.

Refers to blockchain networks that support and run Ethereum-based smart contracts using the Ethereum Virtual Machine.

A dynamic system where users compete to pay higher transaction fees for faster blockchain confirmations.

A dynamic system where users compete to pay higher transaction fees for faster blockchain confirmations.

A digital asset that is interchangeable with any other unit of the same type, commonly used for currencies or utilities.

The unit of computational effort required to execute operations on a blockchain, especially Ethereum.

The maximum amount of computational effort a user is willing to spend on a blockchain transaction.

The amount of cryptocurrency a user is willing to pay per unit of gas to execute operations on a blockchain.

A decentralized indexing and querying protocol for blockchain data, enabling efficient access for dApps and developers.

A flexible query language used to retrieve data efficiently, commonly adopted in Web3 projects like The Graph.

A denomination of Ethereum used to measure gas prices, equal to one billionth of one ETH.

A temporary loss in value that occurs when providing liquidity to AMMs due to price divergence between assets.

A node or service that processes and organizes blockchain data for fast and efficient querying, often used in Web3 infrastructure.

A situation in decentralized lending platforms where interest rates are reduced due to high liquidity or low borrowing demand.

A rollup architecture where the Layer 2 environment mirrors Layer 1 execution logic, enabling seamless compatibility and composability.

A lightweight remote procedure call protocol used by blockchain nodes to communicate and interact with client applications.

A DeFi strategy where liquidity is added moments before a trade and removed immediately after to capture fees or price impact.

A process in lending protocols where collateral is sold when a borrower’s position becomes undercollateralized.

A smart contract-based reserve of token pairs used to facilitate decentralized trading without traditional order books.

The maximum value that validators or miners can extract from blockchain users by reordering, inserting, or censoring transactions.

A transaction model where a third party pays gas fees on behalf of a user, enabling gasless or simplified user experiences.

A popular browser and mobile crypto wallet for managing Ethereum accounts and interacting with Web3 dApps.

A Layer 2 scaling solution that assumes transactions are valid by default and only runs fraud proofs if challenged.

A Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum that uses child chains to offload transaction processing from the main chain.

A smart contract vulnerability where an external call reenters the same contract before its previous execution completes.

A fundraising model that allows investors to withdraw unallocated funds during a token sale for added protection.

An isolated environment used to test blockchain applications or simulate smart contract behavior without affecting live systems.

A self-executing program on a blockchain that automatically enforces the terms of an agreement.

A high-level programming language used to write smart contracts on Ethereum and other EVM-compatible blockchains.

A public blockchain network used for testing applications and smart contracts without risking real assets.

A system capable of performing any computation given enough resources and time, including smart contract platforms like Ethereum.

A type of blockchain token used to access products, services, or functions within a specific ecosystem.

Co-founder of Ethereum and one of the most influential figures in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.

A browser or browser extension that allows users to interact directly with decentralized applications (dApps).

The smallest denomination of Ether, representing one quintillionth of an ETH (10^-18 ETH).