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Cryptocurrency introduction (no price information)
Cryptocurrency is a type of digital currency based on encryption technology, using distributed ledger technology (such as blockchain) for transactions and recording. Here are some key concepts:
Blockchain: The foundational technology of cryptocurrency, recording transactions through a distributed network to ensure security and transparency.
Types of cryptocurrencies:
Bitcoin: The first cryptocurrency, using blockchain technology.
Ethereum: Not only a cryptocurrency, but also supports smart contracts and decentralized applications.
Other cryptocurrencies (Altcoins): Such as Highstreet (HIGH), Litecoin, etc.
Cryptocurrency terms:
HODL: Holding cryptocurrency and not selling.
Moon: Refers to a significant increase in cryptocurrency prices.
Airdrop: The act of project distributing tokens for free.
Stablecoin: Pegged to fiat currency, aimed at stability.
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Tiger Global: Invested in TaxBit, Bitso, CertiK, MoonPay, TRM Labs, Livepeer, The Graph, Aleo, Serum, Unblocked, and at least 15 other crypto projects.
Lightspeed Venture Partners: Invested in Zerion, Terraform Labs, Wintermute, Alchemy, FTX.US, Everyrealm, Mysten Labs, Arbitrum, and at least 16 other crypto projects.
Dragonfly Capital: Invested in nearly 80 companies, including ARCx, Gelato Network, Folius Ventures LLC, etc.
USV (Union Square Ventures): Invested in Coinbase and other crypto projects.
Founders Fund: Invested in StarkWare, Parallel, Royal, Opensea, Paxos, and other crypto projects.
Multicoin Capital: Invested in wallets, security solutions, DApps, and other blockchain-related projects.
Haun Ventures: Raised $1.5 billion to support the development of Web3.
Infinity Ventures Crypto: Raised $70 million for its first fund to invest in early-stage Web3 startups in Asia and the Americas.
Hack VC: Launched a new $200 million fund focused on investing in early-stage crypto, Web3, and blockchain startups.