Genesis Block

By CoinGecko | Updated on Aug 12, 2021

It is the first block of data that is processed and validated to form a new blockchain, typically called as 'block 0' or 'block 1'.

Zero Knowledge Proof

Cryptographic proof for 2 parties to verify a value without revealing what the value is.

Emission

The speed/rate at which new coins are minted and released as dictated by the protocols written.

When Lambo

An expression used by investors to ask when the value of their investment could buy them a Lamborghini

Delegated Proof-of-Stake (dPOS)

A consensus mechanism where selected members of a network are voted as delegates to validate transactions and produce blocks on a blockchain.

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