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The Beacon Chain is a key component of Ethereum’s transition from a proof-of-work (PoW) to a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. 

A bank run occurs when many customers withdraw their funds simultaneously due to fears that the institution (whether it’s a bank or a crypto exchange) is about to become insolvent.

In the context of the Tezos blockchain, baking refers to the process of validating transactions and securing the network.

A bait and switch scam in the crypto space involves luring investors with a seemingly good offer or opportunity, only to switch the terms or conditions after the investor has committed.

Axie Infinity is a blockchain-based game that allows players to breed, raise, and battle fantasy creatures known as Axies. 

Avalanche is a decentralized platform designed to support custom blockchain networks and decentralized applications (dApps) with high scalability and fast transaction speeds. 

An Automated Market Maker (AMM) is a protocol used in decentralized exchanges (DEXs) to facilitate trading without relying on a traditional order book. 

Assets Under Management (AUM) refers to the total market value of all the assets a financial institution, fund, or crypto platform manages on behalf of investors. 

Augmented Reality (AR) is a technology that overlays digital content onto the real world through devices like smartphones or AR glasses. 

A cryptocurrency is a form of digital or virtual currency that relies on cryptography for securing transactions, controlling the creation of new units, and verifying the transfer of assets.