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CRYPTOCURRENCY AIR DROP [1 record]

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Record 1 2019-02-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Currency and Foreign Exchange
  • Coins and Bank Notes
DEF

[The] distribution of a cryptocurrency token or coin, usually for free, to a large number of wallet addresses.

CONT

An airdrop is simply a way for cryptocurrency projects to promote themselves and increase brand awareness through the distribution of their native coins.

Key term(s)
  • cryptocurrency air drop
  • crypto-currency air drop
  • crypto-currency airdrop
  • crypto air drop
  • air drop

French

Domaine(s)
  • Politique monétaire et marché des changes
  • Pièces de monnaie et billets de banque
DEF

Opération de promotion consistant à distribuer gratuitement des cryptomonnaies durant une période définie et parfois, sous certaines conditions.

CONT

En principe, il est possible de limiter le largage aux personnes qui ont fourni la preuve de leur intention d'utiliser la plateforme, ce qui garantit que seuls les utilisateurs actifs recevront des jetons.

Key term(s)
  • crypto-parachutage
  • crypto-largage

Spanish

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