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Smart contracts

Morgan
Smart ContractsPlutus+ 5
Programs that execute on the blockchain when certain pre-determined conditions are met. On Cardano, contracts can be written in many high-level languages like Plinth (Plutus Tx), Marlowe, or Aiken, which then get compiled into Plutus Core. Such contracts are the basis of decentralized finance (DeFi).
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Interim constitution

Emmanuel
Voltaireinterim constitution
The Interim Constitution serves as an initial governance framework, providing necessary guardrails and a foundational structure that the Cardano community can develop further. It sets the stage for the community-led workshops to be held worldwide throughout 2024, and the larger convention planned for Buenos Aires later in the year.
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Intersect

Emmanuel
VoltaireIntersect
Intersect is a member-based organization at the helm of the continuity and future development of the Cardano blockchain.  Intersect plays a pivotal role in bringing together companies, developers, individuals, and other ecosystem participants.
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SanchoNet

Emmanuel
SanchoNetVoltaire
SanchoNet is the testnet for rolling out groundbreaking governance features for the Cardano blockchain, aligning with the comprehensive CIP-1694 specifications. SanchoNet is a vibrant, inclusive, and community-driven platform that stands apart from other testnets. Following a phased delivery roadmap, SanchoNet will expand to include a range of governance fea...
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Working groups

Emmanuel
VoltaireWorking groups
A working group brings experts and committed community members together to discuss a specific topic. Each group sets its own goals regarding solutions to drive ecosystem success and adoption.  Intersect is currently facilitating the creation and bootstrapping of these expert groups. The ultimate goal is community empowerment to self-mobilize and collaborate...
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Technical steering committee

Emmanuel
Technical steering committeeVoltaire
Based at Intersect, the technical steering committee (TSC) is an advisory group that ensures Cardano's governance is founded upon sound technical awareness and best practices. The TSC will cover a broad spectrum of technical aspects of Cardano’s network and form working groups focused on particular domains.
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Parameter committee

Emmanuel
VoltaireParameter committee
The parameter committee, initially bootstrapped by IOG, EMURGO, and the Cardano Foundation, along with members of the stake pool operator community, discusses all protocol parameters, including network, technical, and economic parameters, providing non-binding recommendations.
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Minimum viable on-chain governance

Emmanuel
VoltaireMinimum viable on-chain governance
Minimum viable on-chain governance (MVG) defines the baseline rules, mechanisms, and entities necessary for ada holders to participate in governance. It aims to establish a foundation that is democratic, secure, and adaptable.
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Governance tools

Emmanuel
VoltaireGovernance tools
Governance tools are indispensable in a truly decentralized blockchain like Cardano. These tools foster collaboration and democratic consent, aligning core principles, processes, organizations, and mechanisms. Voltaire’s developmental roadmap has prioritized governance tooling to create greater efficiencies and provide new avenues for community involvement ...
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Liquidity mining

Olga Hryniuk
DEXLiquidity+ 1
The process of creating or adding new coins or tokens to support the demand for transactions on a DEX. Liquidity miners (providers) usually get rewards that incentivize them to support the user base and grow liquidity pools with deposited cryptocurrencies.
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Shelley

Morgan
ShelleyCardano+ 2
The second phase of Cardano development in which network decentralization was delivered in 2021.
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DAO Voting

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DAO VotingGovernance+ 1
refers to the process by which stakeholders participate in governance decisions by casting votes on proposals and protocol upgrades. Leveraging the decentralized nature of Cardano, stakeholders use their voting power, determined by their holdings of ada, to influence the direction and development of the ecosystem. Through transparent and auditable voting me...
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Digital Asset

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Digital AssetVcoincheck.io
represents a unique and transferable unit of value or ownership recorded in a digital format using cryptographic techniques. Digital assets which can include cryptocurrencies like ada, as well as tokens representing real-world assets, digital collectibles, or utility tokens, are securely stored and transferred on the Cardano blockchain.
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Digital Identity

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refers to a secure and verifiable representation of an individual, organization, or entity in the digital realm. It encompasses personal attributes, credentials, and biometric data that are cryptographically stored and managed on the blockchain, providing users with control over their identity and enhancing privacy, security, and interoperability across digi...
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Distributed Ledger

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Distributed LedgerVcoincheck.io
refers to a decentralized database shared across multiple nodes, where transactions and data are recorded, stored, and synchronized in a transparent and immutable manner. Unlike traditional centralized ledgers, distributed ledgers on Cardano are distributed among a network of participants, enabling consensus mechanisms like Ouroboros to validate and agree u...
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Data Immutability

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Data ImmutabilityVcoincheck.io
refers to the fundamental characteristic where once recorded, data stored within blocks remains unchanged and unalterable. This permanence is achieved through cryptographic hashing and consensus mechanisms, ensuring that transactions and information recorded on the blockchain cannot be tampered with or modified retroactively. Immutable data provides assuran...
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Digital Signature

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Digital SignatureVcoincheck.io
is a cryptographic mechanism that authenticates the origin and integrity of digital messages or transactions. Utilizing asymmetric cryptography, it involves the creation of a unique signature by the sender using their private key, which can be verified by anyone with access to the sender's corresponding public key. This process ensures that the message or tr...
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Cryptography

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CryptographyVcoincheck.io
refers to the utilization of advanced mathematical techniques to secure and protect sensitive information, including transactions and user identities, through encryption, digital signatures, and cryptographic algorithms, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity within the blockchain ecosystem
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Bootstrap Node

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Bootstrap NodeVcoincheck.io
serves as an initial access point for new network participants, providing essential information and facilitating their connection to the broader network, aiding in the synchronization process and ensuring seamless integration into the blockchain ecosystem.
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BaaS

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BaaSVcoincheck.io
BaaS, or Blockchain-as-a-Service, refers to a cloud-based service model where third-party providers offer blockchain infrastructure and management tools to users, enabling them to build, deploy, and manage decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts on the Cardano blockchain without the need for extensive blockchain expertise or infrastructure set...
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