Definition

Initial coin offering

noun ih-NISH-ul koyn AW-fer-ing

Similar to Crowdsale, provides blockchain with a one-time event allowing investors to buy tokens at a discounted rate and provide the chain with start-up capital, similar to an IPO in the stock market.

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The startup raised development capital through an initial coin offering.

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