Block
By CoinGecko | Updated on Mar 03, 2020
In the context of blockchain, block refers to the collection of transactional data or information that are bundled together in a predetermined size. Information within a block gets added to the blockchain and becomes part of a blockchain permanently once the data is verified through pre-determined rules/protocols.
Related Terms
Proof of Stake (PoS)
A consensus algorthm that assigns block validation queue based on the coins/token locked in by the validator.
Private Keys
The alphanumeric string which allows transactions from the cryptocurrency address
Externally Owned Accounts (EOA)
Externally owned accounts (EOAs) are accounts that are controlled by a private key and have no coding associated with them.
Mt. Gox
Mtgox or Mt. Gox was one of the first websites where users could take part in fiat-to-bitcoin exchange (and vice versa).
Interested to stay up-to-date with cryptocurrencies?
Get the latest crypto news, updates, and reports by subscribing to our free newsletter.
Or check it out in the app stores
Ethereum Mainnet
Base Mainnet
BNB Smart Chain
Arbitrum
Avalanche
Fantom
Flare
Gnosis
Linea
Optimism
Polygon
Polygon zkEVM
Scroll
Stellar
Story
Syscoin
Telos
X Layer
Xai
