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The Byzantine Generals Problem describes the difficulty of achieving consensus in distributed systems.

A one-time password (OTP) is a code sent to your email address or mobile phone via text that is only valid for one login or transaction.

The Howey Test is used to determine whether an asset qualifies as a security.

A derivative is a contract between two or more parties that derives its value from an underlying asset.

If an investment has reached maturity it means that it has paid out the original purchase amount, and the investment agreement has come to an end.

Bitcoin and Uniswap run on different infrastructures and have different intended purposes. Bitcoin is a digital currency used for electronic transfers, and Uniswap is primarily designed for its underlying decentralised exchange.

Risk management is the process of identifying, analysing and choosing whether to accept the risk involved in your investment decision or trying to limit it.

If you suspect you’re a victim of scam activity be sure to review your recent transactions and follow these steps.

Diversification reduces the risk of a large concentrated loss. And instead spreads out your investments among a number of different areas.

Treasury bills and treasury bonds are government-issued investments that are paid out periodically and/or when the investment reaches maturity.

Anti-money laundering (AML) practices monitor and report suspicious activities to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing.

A security is an umbrella term used for virtually any asset issued by a company or other common enterprise that can be bought and sold, but classification depends on the regulator in a country.