On-Chain Interactions

Definition ∞ On-chain interactions are actions or transactions that are recorded and validated directly on a blockchain’s distributed ledger. These interactions include transferring digital assets, executing smart contract functions, and participating in decentralized governance mechanisms. Their immutability and transparency are core properties of blockchain technology.
Context ∞ The current focus for on-chain interactions often involves optimizing transaction efficiency, reducing associated costs (gas fees), and enhancing the security of smart contract executions. News frequently reports on network upgrades designed to improve scalability, the emergence of new decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols facilitating complex on-chain activities, and analyses of transaction patterns that reveal user behavior or protocol activity.