Alphabetically ordered list of terms used in this repository.
Helios A next-generation blockchain designed for interchain automation, AI-powered smart contracts, and decentralized governance, enabling seamless interactions across multiple ecosystems.
Governance The process by which stakeholders and validators influence network parameters, including asset management, protocol updates, and economic incentives through proposals and voting.
Validator A node that participates in the Helios network by securing the blockchain, validating transactions, and influencing governance decisions based on their stake and reputation.
Staking The process of locking assets in the Helios network to support operations such as transaction validation and governance, while earning rewards in return.
Interchain Proof of Stake and Reputation (I-PoSR) A hybrid consensus mechanism that combines staking across multiple chains with a reputation-based model, enhancing security and decentralization.
Hyperion Modules Modular components that facilitate cross-chain interactions, enabling secure asset transfers and decentralized oracle functionalities within the Helios ecosystem.
Asset Weight The relative importance of an asset in the staking consensus, which can be adjusted through governance proposals to influence staking incentives and rewards.
Proposal A formal suggestion submitted by community members or validators to modify network parameters, add or remove assets, or implement upgrades, which is then voted on by stakeholders.
Community Governance A system that empowers Helios stakeholders to participate in decision-making processes, ensuring that the network evolves according to the collective interests of its users.
Decentralized Applications (dApps) Applications built on the Helios blockchain that leverage its features for various use cases, including finance, gaming, and automation, while ensuring user control and security.
Cross-Chain Transactions Transactions that occur between different blockchain networks, facilitated by Helios interoperability features, allowing seamless asset movement and interaction.
Reputation Score A metric that reflects a validator’s performance and reliability, influencing their voting power and decision-making authority within the governance framework.
Helios Portal An interface within the Helios Portal that provides insights into active and past governance proposals, allowing users to track decisions and participate in the governance process.
Treasury A fund managed by the Helios Foundation that collects slashed assets from misbehaving validators, which can be used for ecosystem incentives or liquidity provision.
Developer Grants Financial support provided to developers and projects building on the Helios blockchain, aimed at fostering innovation and enhancing the ecosystem’s capabilities.