Glossary

DSAFE: An acronym for Decentralized Sustainable Autonomous Free and Ecological. It refers to a decentralized ecosystem that connects individuals, communities, and secure environments worldwide.

DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization): An organization represented by rules encoded as a computer program that is transparent, controlled by the organization members and not influenced by a central government.

Genesis MasterNode (GeM): The first city within the DSAFE Ecosystem, serving as a prototype and proof of concept for the ecosystem's vision that supports the well-being and development of its members.

Node: In the context of DSAFE, a node refers to a living cell within a larger social web comprising digital and geographical communities.

Tokenomics: The economics related to a cryptocurrency token, including its distribution and demand creation.

NFT (Non-Fungible Token): A type of digital asset that represents a wide range of unique tangible and intangible items, from collectible sports cards to virtual real estate and even digital sneakers.

Crowdfunding NFTs: A type of NFT used to raise funds for a particular project or cause.

Decentralized application (DApp): A computer application that runs on a distributed computing system.

Smart contract: A self-executing contract with the terms of the agreement between buyer and seller being directly written into lines of code.

Blockchain infrastructure: The underlying network that allows Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to be traded and verified on a distributed ledger.

Free Private Cities: A concept where cities operate as independent entities, governed by a private corporation instead of a traditional government.

Network State: A form of political organization that consists of a network of communities that function as a single, cohesive entity.

Civil engineering: A professional engineering discipline that deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment.

Mechanical engineering: An engineering branch that combines engineering physics and mathematics principles with materials science to design, analyze, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems.

Electrical engineering: An engineering field focused on electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.

Environmental engineering: A type of engineering that focuses on protecting the environment by reducing waste and pollution.

Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA): A system in which consumers support a farmer's operations by paying in advance for a share of the upcoming season's crop.