Market Cap: $1114152416069 24h Vol: $70586368809 Cryptocurrencies: 15858 Markets: 60244

Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Dictionary

A complete list of crypto definitions

Cryptocurrency and blockchain glossary

Commonly used terms in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency

Terms commonly used in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency

Altcoin

There are tons of different cryptocurrencies available in the market. However, they are divided into two main categories those are Altcoin and Stablecoin. The Altcoins are rather popular in comparison to the Stablecoins. In simple words, Altcoins are categorized as alternative coins, which are any cryptocurrency or token created after Bitcoin was developed.

No doubt Bitcoin is the leading currency when it comes to cryptocurrency. But Altcoins are meant to support the crypto industry while allowing the users to make investments according to their preference. Not to mention the main reason for the existence of Altcoins is to compete with Bitcoin.

As they address the flaws and drawbacks of Bitcoin, they try to get more control of the market by providing the latest services and more advanced solutions which are generally not available in BTC.

There are tons of different cryptocurrencies available in the market. However, they are divided into two main categories those are Altcoin and Stablec...

Other Important Terms

Bitcoin

Bitcoin is a digital or virtual cryptocurrency created in 2009 that uses peer-to-peer technology to...

Smart Contract

A smart contract is a computer program or a transaction protocol respectively, which is intended to...

Bounty program

Bounties are simple tasks of jobs by the team behind a coin. These can be as simple as joining a Tel...

Cold Storage

Cold storage refers to storing cryptocurrency in a place where the private key cannot be accessed vi...

Block Reward

The block reward is the payment that is offered to the node that is securing the blockchain. In the...

Get Crypto Newsletter
Read the Disclaimer : All content provided herein our website, hyperlinked sites, associated applications, forums, blogs, social media accounts and other platforms (“Site”) is for your general information only, procured from third party sources. We make no warranties of any kind in relation to our content, including but not limited to accuracy and updatedness. No part of the content that we provide constitutes financial advice, legal advice or any other form of advice meant for your specific reliance for any purpose. Any use or reliance on our content is solely at your own risk and discretion. You should conduct your own research, review, analyse and verify our content before relying on them. Trading is a highly risky activity that can lead to major losses, please therefore consult your financial advisor before making any decision. No content on our Site is meant to be a solicitation or offer.