Token

A subdivision of cryptocurrency that doesn’t have its own blockchain but works on another coin’s blockchain. Full definition
Sanctions Regimes: Economic Warfare and Unintended Consequences

Whitepaper

A document released by a crypto project that gives investors technical information about its concept, and a roadmap for how it plans to grow and succeed. Full definition
Building Inclusive Financial Systems: Lessons from the MENA Region

Web 1.0

Web 1.0 is a term often used to describe the early version of the internet, where it was read-only and nothing could be added, like HTML and email. Full definition

Web 2.0

It refers to the current state of the internet where the user can curate content and add information, like social media platforms. Full definition

Web 3.0

Web3 refers to the use of blockchain technology to decentralize and improve the current internet infrastructure, envisioning a more open and secure internet that lets users control their own data. Full definition

Algorithm

Coded instructions or rules that are executed by a computer to solve problems. Full definition

AltCoin

The umbrella term used to define all crypto assets that are not bitcoin. The Alt simply stands for Alternative. Full definition