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| − | + | *'''Proof-of-Stake (PoS)''': Type of algorithm by which a blockchain aims to achieve consensus. The generator of the next block is determined by the size of his stake. The bigger his stake, the higher his chance. | |
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| − | + | *'''Proof-of-Work (PoW)''': Type of algorithm by which a blockchain aims to achieve consensus. The algorithm rewards network participants who solve cryptographical puzzles in order to submit & validate transactions and create new blocks. Also referred to as mining. | |
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| − | + | *'''Cryptocurrency Exchanges''': Online cryptocurrency exchanges are websites where you can buy, sell or exchange cryptocurrencies for another digital currency or fiat money (USD, EUR, BTC, CLOAK, etc). | |
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Revision as of 22:52, 23 August 2017
Glossary
- Fiat currency: Traditional currencies such as USD or EUR
- Proof-of-Stake (PoS): Type of algorithm by which a blockchain aims to achieve consensus. The generator of the next block is determined by the size of his stake. The bigger his stake, the higher his chance.
- Proof-of-Work (PoW): Type of algorithm by which a blockchain aims to achieve consensus. The algorithm rewards network participants who solve cryptographical puzzles in order to submit & validate transactions and create new blocks. Also referred to as mining.
- Cryptocurrency Exchanges: Online cryptocurrency exchanges are websites where you can buy, sell or exchange cryptocurrencies for another digital currency or fiat money (USD, EUR, BTC, CLOAK, etc).
