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A decentralized oracle is a service that feeds real-world data into a blockchain, enabling smart contracts to interact with external information securely and without relying on a single trusted source.

A decentralized exchange (DEX) is a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows users to trade cryptocurrencies directly with one another without the need for a centralized intermediary, such as a traditional exchange.

A Decentralized API (dAPI) is a blockchain-native API service that provides decentralized applications (dApps) with access to off-chain data and services.

Decentraland is a virtual reality platform powered by the Ethereum blockchain, where users can buy, sell, and build on virtual plots of land.

A decentralized application (dApp) is an application that runs on a blockchain network, such as Ethereum, rather than on centralized servers. 

A Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) is a blockchain-based organization that operates without centralized leadership.

A cryptonaut refers to someone deeply involved in the cryptocurrency space, actively exploring new technologies, trading, investing, and participating in the development of blockchain projects. 

CosmWasm is a smart contract platform designed for the Cosmos blockchain ecosystem. It allows developers to build decentralized applications (dApps) using WebAssembly (Wasm), offering a secure and efficient environment for smart contracts.

A Collateralized Debt Position (CDP) is a decentralized finance (DeFi) tool used in platforms like MakerDAO, where users lock up cryptocurrency as collateral to generate a loan in the form of stablecoins, such as DAI. 

Cathie Wood is the founder, CEO, and CIO of ARK Invest, an investment management firm focused on disruptive innovation, including blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.