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For readers who already own some crypto and want to understand what happens under the hood: custody, stablecoin mechanics, protocols and market structure.

Crypto Glossary 100 terms

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Lightning Network

A second layer operating on top of a blockchain, enabling increased transaction speed among participating nodes. One proposed scaling solution. Full definition

Breakout

When the price of a coin or other asset crosses a resistance zone, whether it’s going up or down. Full definition

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Capitulation

The process of selling assets or cryptocurrencies at a significant loss because you have lost hope or belief that it will ever increase in price. Full definition

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Cold Storage

Offline storage of cryptocurrencies, typically involving hardware wallets, USBs, offline computers, or paper wallets. Full definition

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Decentralized Exchange (DEX)

A peer-to-peer exchange allowing users to trade cryptocurrency without the need for an intermediary. Full definition

Fork

A split in a blockchain’s protocol that creates an alternate version of the chain, resulting in two blockchains running simultaneously. Full definition