18. Glossary

  • BNUM: Native token of BitNanum.

  • Validator: Participant responsible for consensus & finalization.

  • LP (Liquidity Provider): Supplies liquidity to approved pools.

  • Approval-Based Registry: Foundation-managed system for reviewing/registering tokens/pools.

  • Clean Policy: Preventive policy blocking fraud at registration + monitoring.

  • FIDO2/WebAuthn: Device-based authentication standards.

  • OS Keychain/Keystore: OS-level secure storage + biometric key protection.

  • Post-Quantum (Dilithium): Signature scheme resistant to quantum threats.

  • Staking/Collateral: Token deposit for consensus/security (params TBD).

  • Foundation Approval: Chain access right, distinct from licensing.

  • License/Authorization: Legal permits (e.g., EMI, VASP).

  • Security Audit: Third-party verification of code, consensus, policies.

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