Asset Backing
The process of ensuring a token or asset is supported by underlying collateral or reserves, verified cryptographically using proof oracles.Cryptographic Signature
A digital signature using cryptographic algorithms to verify the authenticity and integrity of data, such as price feeds or risk updates.Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
A financial system built on blockchain technology, enabling trustless lending, trading, and asset management. Chaos oracles support DeFi protocols with secure data feeds.Feed Identifier (feedId)
A unique identifier for a price feed (e.g., ETH-USD) used in the message format of pull price oracles.Gas Efficiency
The optimization of smart contract operations to minimize transaction costs on blockchains like Ethereum or Solana. Chaos oracles prioritize gas efficiency, as noted in proof oracles.Liquidation Threshold
A risk parameter defining the price level at which collateral can be liquidated to maintain protocol solvency. Adjusted dynamically by risk oracles.Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio
The ratio of a loan amount to the value of collateral, used to assess risk in lending protocols. Managed by risk oracles.Merkle Proof
A cryptographic proof verifying data inclusion in a Merkle tree, used in proof oracles for efficient on-chain verification.Multi-Signature Security
A security mechanism requiring multiple signatures for critical operations, used in risk oracles to enhance trust.Oracle
A service that provides external data (e.g., prices and risk parameters) to smart contracts. Chaos offers price, risk, and proof oracles, described in the oracles overview.Pull Oracle
An oracle model where data is fetched on demand via API, offering low-latency access.Push Oracle
An oracle model where data is published directly to the blockchain at regular intervals. Referenced in the price oracles overview.Range Proof
A cryptographic proof verifying that a value lies within a specific range without revealing the value. Used in proof oracles.Risk-Aware Architecture
Chaos’s approach to embedding validation and risk management into data feeds, reducing trust assumptions. Explained in the oracles overview.Threshold Signature Scheme
A cryptographic method where multiple signers must approve a data feed to ensure reliability. Used in the price oracles overview.Zero-Knowledge Proof
A cryptographic proof verifying a statement without revealing underlying data. Supported by proof oracles.For additional terms or concepts, refer to specific oracle pages or contact support.