Sidechain

Rollup

A Layer 2 scaling solution that executes transactions off-chain and posts compressed transaction data to the main chain.

Cross-Chain Bridge

Infrastructure enabling the transfer of assets and data between different blockchain networks.

Interoperability

The ability of different blockchain networks to communicate, share data, and transfer value between each other.

Blockchain Interoperability

The ability of different blockchain networks to communicate, share data, and transfer assets seamlessly, enabling cross-chain applications and unified digital asset ecosystems.

A self-sovereign identity framework where individuals control their own digital identity credentials without centralised authorities.

A consensus mechanism requiring computational effort to validate transactions and create new blocks, used by Bitcoin.

The ability of a distributed system to reach consensus despite some nodes acting maliciously or failing.

A blockchain node that only downloads block headers and relies on full nodes for complete transaction verification.

A cryptocurrency wallet connected to the internet for convenient but less secure asset management.

A unique digital asset on a blockchain that represents ownership of a specific item, artwork, or piece of content.

The property of blockchain data that prevents alteration or deletion once recorded on the ledger.

A wallet requiring multiple private key signatures to authorise a transaction, enhancing security.