0xngmi
0xngmi is the pseudonymous founder and lead developer of DefiLlama and related projects such as LlamaPay and LlamaLend, known for his focus on transparent DeFi analytics and on-chain payment tooling.
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The CLARITY Act is a proposed U.S. bill that would create a federal market-structure framework for digital assets, dividing oversight between the SEC and CFTC and setting rules for exchanges, custody and disclosures.
Permissionless blockchain is a glossary term that describes a blockchain protocol accessible to anyone without gatekeepers or prior permission.
On-chain data is information recorded directly on a blockchain — transactions, blocks, smart contract interactions, token transfers, and wallet balances — that the network validates and stores as a public, immutable ledger distinct from off-chain data.
Altseason is a glossary term that denotes a period when alternative cryptocurrencies (altcoins) significantly outperform Bitcoin, typically driven by capital rotation from BTC into altcoins and a decline in Bitcoin dominance.
Self custody is a glossary term that means an individual controls their private keys and directly manages their cryptocurrency assets without relying on third‑party custodians.
Real World Assets (RWAs) are blockchain-based tokens representing traditional financial or tangible assets like real estate, bonds or carbon credits.
Synthetic assets, also known as crypto synths, are essentially tokenized derivatives. In traditional finance, derivative value is derived from an underlying ass...
Block Explorer is a search engine tool used for viewing and analyzing data associated with blocks, addresses, and transactions on a specific blockchain network.
A multi-signature wallet (multisig) is a cryptocurrency wallet requiring multiple signatures for each transaction, enhancing security by using multiple private ...
Candlesticks are charting tools used in crypto trading to visualize price movements, aiding in market analysis and trend prediction.
Digital Asset Basic Act is a glossary that describes a proposed South Korean framework law to define and regulate digital assets, exchanges, stablecoins, ICOs, issuance/disclosure rules, and market-conduct standards.
The Metaverse is an interconnected, immersive 3D virtual realm, merging the virtual and physical worlds, and allowing interaction, collaboration and exploration in real-time, often using blockchain, NFTs, and tokens to own and trade assets.
A 51% attack is a potential threat to blockchains, where a group controls over 50% of network hash power, theoretically allowing blockchain modification.
AI Coins are a type of cryptocurrency that blend blockchain technology with artificial intelligence, powering projects that advance or integrate AI solutions.
The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is a yearly rate indicating the total cost of an investment, including interest and fees, expressed as a percentage.
Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is the compounded yearly return on an investment, often used in cryptocurrency and DeFi, yielding profits higher than APR.
SPL-20, abbreviated for Solana Program Library-20, stands as a standardized token format within the Solana blockchain ecosystem.
A bear market refers to a period when cryptocurrency prices are falling or expected to fall, often driven by investor pessimism and over-supply.
BEP-2 is a technical standard for the issuance and implementation of tokens on the Binance chain, defining rules for functioning in the BNB Chain ecosystem.
BEP-95 is a Binance Evolution Proposal that introduces a real-time burning mechanism of gas fees on BNB Chain to boost Tokenomics and decentralization.
BRC-20 is a Bitcoin-based token standard for Ordinals, enabling the creation, minting, and transfer of fungible tokens similar to Ethereum's ERC-20.
A bull market is a period of continuously rising asset prices, typically driven by a strong economy, high employment, and positive investor sentiment.
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) refers to a financial system using blockchain and smart contracts to offer transparent services without central authorities.
Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) is a consensus mechanism where network users elect delegates to validate blockchain transactions and establish protocol rules.
A derivative in cryptocurrency is a financial tool that derives its value from an underlying asset, allowing traders to capitalise on market trends.
ERC-223 is an Ethereum-based token standard, an upgrade of ERC-20, allowing secure token transfers into digital wallets and solving the ERC-20 bug.
ERC-4626 is a standard protocol for tokenized vaults on the Ethereum blockchain, aimed at unifying technical parameters and facilitating interoperability.
A liquidity pool, is a pool of tokens that are locked in a smart contract.
In the cryptocurrency and DeFi industry, the term Liquidity Providers refers to DEX users who fund a liquidity pool.
Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) is a cryptographic method that validates a statement's truth without revealing any extra information beyond its veracity.
Leverage, in finance, refers to the use of borrowed capital to amplify potential returns from trading financial assets, such as cryptocurrency.
An "anon" refers to a pseudonymous or anonymous participant in the cryptocurrency or blockchain community, originally derived from internet cultures like 4chan.
Proof-of-Time (PoT) is a consensus algorithm enhancing blockchain efficiency and security through time-based validation and fixed staking.
Slippage is the difference between the expected and actual trading price, impacted by market volatility, liquidity, and rapid price movements.
Tokenomics is the study of how cryptocurrencies work within the broader ecosystem.
TRC-20 is a token standard on the TRON blockchain for deploying smart contracts and creating fungible tokens, ensuring ecosystem compatibility.
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On-chain data is information recorded directly on a blockchain — transactions, blocks, smart contract interactions, token transfers, and wallet balances — that the network validates and stores as a public, immutable ledger distinct from off-chain data.
The wiki page for Altseason has been updated.
Altseason is a glossary term that denotes a period when alternative cryptocurrencies (altcoins) significantly outperform Bitcoin, typically driven by capital rotation from BTC into altcoins and a decline in Bitcoin dominance.
The wiki page for Privy has been updated.
Privy is a fintech company that provides developers with infrastructure for embedded wallets, user onboarding, and stablecoin-based payments.
The wiki page for 0xngmi has been updated.
0xngmi is the pseudonymous founder and lead developer of DefiLlama and related projects such as LlamaPay and LlamaLend, known for his focus on transparent DeFi analytics and on-chain payment tooling.
The wiki page for Milady Maker has been updated.
Milady Maker is a 10,000-piece neochibi-style NFT profile picture collection on Ethereum, created by the Remilia Collective in 2021 that anchors a wider ecosystem of companion NFTs, social experiences and tokens.