Stablecoin Infrastructure Glossary
Distributed Ledger Technology
Distributed ledger technology (DLT) is a system in which transaction records are shared and synchronized across multiple network participants.
Explanation
DLT allows multiple nodes to maintain synchronized copies of a ledger without relying on a centralized database. Blockchain is one form of distributed ledger architecture.
Why it matters
DLT enables decentralized verification of financial transactions and supports blockchain-based payment systems.
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