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Smart Contracts

What is Web3?

7 mins
This article provides a practical overview of Web3 technologies, contrasting decentralized protocols with traditional web architectures to help founders evaluate the technical and economic implications for their startups.

What is ERC-20?

6 mins
An in-depth look at the ERC-20 token standard, explaining how it powers the Ethereum ecosystem, facilitates smart contracts, and provides a blueprint for startup digital assets.

What is Ethereum?

6 mins
A no-hype breakdown of Ethereum for founders. Learn about smart contracts, decentralized applications, and the practical utility of building on this open-source blockchain infrastructure.

What is Blockchain?

6 mins
An objective breakdown of blockchain for startups, defining distributed ledgers, explaining how they function, and analyzing the trade-offs between decentralized systems and traditional databases.

What is Total Value Locked?

9 mins
This article provides a straightforward explanation of Total Value Locked (TVL), helping founders understand how to measure liquidity and health within decentralized finance protocols and modern business environments.

What is Minting?

6 mins
Minting is the technical process of validating information and creating a new block on the blockchain to bring a digital asset or token into existence.

What is Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)?

6 mins
An objective breakdown of DLT for startups. Understand how decentralized ledgers function, how they differ from blockchain, and the specific scenarios where this architecture adds value.

What is an Altcoin?

6 mins
An overview of altcoins for startup founders, covering their definition, categories, and utility, while explaining how they differ from Bitcoin in the broader blockchain landscape.

What is DeFi (Decentralized Finance)?

6 mins
DeFi replaces financial intermediaries with code. This guide explains smart contracts, contrasts DeFi with traditional banking, and outlines risks and opportunities for startup founders.

What are Gas Fees?

6 mins
Gas fees are the transaction costs on the Ethereum blockchain. Understanding them is vital for founders navigating Web3 user experience and operational expenses.

What is a DApp (Decentralized Application)?

6 mins
An analysis of decentralized applications for entrepreneurs, covering blockchain architecture, the shift from centralized servers, and the specific operational challenges of building in a peer-to-peer environment.