In proof-of-stake blockchain systems, particularly Ethereum, the effective balance is a capped value assigned to each validator that determines its weight in consensus and reward calculations,…...

The portion of a validator's or delegator's total staked tokens that actively participates in consensus and earns rewards in a proof-of-stake blockchain. Effective stake may differ from the raw…...

An eIDAS credential refers to a digital means of identification or an electronic attestation of attributes issued under the framework of the EU's eIDAS regulation. This can include notified national…...

eIDAS (electronic IDentification, Authentication and trust Services) is an EU regulation that sets out rules for electronic identification and trust services for electronic transactions in the…...

A protocol that enables Ethereum validators to restake their ETH to secure and provide cryptographic guarantees for new services, creating a marketplace for shared security....

"Einstieg Channels," where "Einstieg" is German for "entry," "access," or "onboarding," is not a formally recognized standard technical term in blockchain or general technology glossaries. In a…...

An elastic rollup is a type of Layer 2 scaling solution that can dynamically adjust its resource consumption (like block space, processing power, or sequencer/prover capacity) based on network demand…...

An elastic supply mechanism, often used for "rebase tokens" or some types of algorithmic stablecoins, is a protocol feature where a cryptocurrency's total supply automatically adjusts (increases or…...

A token whose total supply automatically expands or contracts in response to price deviations, aiming to stabilize its market value....

Electric metering is the process of measuring the amount of electrical energy consumed by a residence, business, or electrically powered device. This is typically done using an electricity meter,…...

A specific type of algebraic curve defined by a mathematical equation, whose points can be used to perform cryptographic operations. Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) leverages the properties of…...

A public-key cryptography approach based on the algebraic structure of elliptic curves over finite fields. ECC provides the same security level as traditional methods like RSA but with significantly…...

A cryptographic algorithm that uses elliptic curve mathematics to create digital signatures for authenticating messages and transactions. ECDSA provides a way to verify the origin and integrity of…...

Emergency governance measures in decentralized systems, particularly DAOs or DeFi protocols, are pre-defined procedures or special powers that can be activated rapidly to address critical bugs,…...

Emergency Pause Functionality Testing is a specific type of security and operational readiness testing for smart contracts and decentralized applications. It involves verifying that the "pause" or "…...

A smart contract design that allows authorized parties to halt contract operations in case of detected vulnerabilities or anomalous behavior....

A predefined schedule that dictates the rate at which new tokens are minted and introduced into circulation over time....

A predetermined plan defining when and how new cryptocurrency tokens are created and distributed over time, specifying the exact release pattern from genesis until maximum supply is reached. Emission…...

The practice of creating and submitting valid blocks that contain no transactions (other than the coinbase transaction that rewards the miner) to a blockchain network. Empty block mining occurs when…...

A backup of wallet data (seed, keystore) encrypted with a passphrase to protect against unauthorized access....

A digital file used by some software wallets that contains the user's private keys. This file is encrypted with a user-chosen password or passphrase to protect the keys from unauthorized access. If…...

The process of converting information into a code that conceals its meaning to prevent unauthorized access. Encryption transforms readable data (plaintext) into an unreadable format (ciphertext) that…...

A formal designation indicating that a blockchain protocol, software component, or hardware device has reached the conclusion of its supported lifecycle and will no longer receive updates, security…...

A performance metric for cryptocurrency mining hardware that measures the amount of energy consumed (in joules) to complete one trillion hash calculations (terahash). This ratio quantifies a mining…...

An intensified compliance process applied to higher-risk blockchain transactions, addresses, or customers that goes beyond standard verification procedures to gather additional information,…...

The process of identifying and associating blockchain addresses or transaction patterns with specific real-world individuals, organizations, or categories of actors using behavioral analysis,…...

Randomness collected from hardware or software sources used to generate cryptographic keys, ensuring unpredictability and security....

Specialized monitoring devices deployed in blockchain mining facilities or data centers that continuously measure ambient conditions including temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, and air…...

A blockchain protocol designed for high-performance decentralized applications, featuring a delegated Proof of Stake consensus mechanism, fee-less transactions, and parallel processing capabilities.…...

In blockchain contexts, an epoch refers to a defined period of time or a specific number of blocks, during which certain network parameters or activities remain constant or are measured. At the end…...

The Ethereum multi‑token standard supporting both fungible and non‑fungible tokens within a single contract with batch operations....

The Ethereum standard interface for fungible tokens, defining methods for transfers, allowances, and metadata....

The Ethereum standard interface for non‑fungible tokens, defining unique token IDs, ownership, and metadata....

A smart contract that holds funds or assets in trust until predefined conditions are met, then releases them to the designated parties....

Ether (ETH) is the native cryptocurrency of the Ethereum blockchain platform, serving as both a digital currency and the fuel that powers the Ethereum network. Created in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin and…...

Ethereum is a decentralized, open-source blockchain platform that enables developers to build and deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Created by Vitalik Buterin in 2015,…...

A decentralized, open-source blockchain platform featuring smart contract functionality that enables developers to build and deploy decentralized applications (dApps). Ethereum introduced a Turing-…...

The EVM is Ethereum’s stack‑based virtual machine that executes smart contract bytecode and enforces consensus rules....

A networking device that connects multiple computers, mining equipment, or blockchain nodes within a local area network, enabling them to communicate with each other and access shared network…...

Quantitative measurements that track the performance, reliability, and efficiency of Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes that ingest blockchain data into analytics systems or databases. These…...

An architectural approach for blockchain cross-chain communication where smart contract events on one blockchain trigger corresponding actions on different blockchain networks through middleware…...

A mechanism in blockchain systems that records and indexes specific state changes or actions occurring within smart contracts, enabling efficient monitoring and retrieval of on-chain activities…...

EVM logs emitted by contracts to record indexed data and facilitate efficient off‑chain monitoring and filtering....

A non-fungible token that represents ownership of admission rights to a specific real-world or virtual event, with embedded authentication mechanisms that verify legitimacy and control access while…...

A malicious wireless network created to mimic a legitimate access point, tricking users into connecting to an attacker-controlled hotspot that can intercept network traffic, capture credentials, and…...

Abbreviation for Ethereum Virtual Machine, the runtime environment for smart contracts on Ethereum....

A market indicator that measures the volume of cryptocurrency moving into (inflow) or out of (outflow) exchange wallets over a specified time period, providing insights into potential selling or…...

A market indicator that calculates the difference between the total cryptocurrency volume entering exchange wallets (inflows) and the volume leaving exchanges (outflows) during a specified time…...

Quantitative measurements tracking the total amount of cryptocurrency held in exchange wallets, providing insights into available trading liquidity and potential market pressure. These metrics…...

A deceptive trading practice in cryptocurrency markets where traders place large orders they don't intend to execute, creating false impressions of market supply or demand to manipulate prices. These…...