Glossary
Proof of Reserves
Proof of reserves is a method for demonstrating that an issuer or custodian holds assets that back liabilities, often using attestations and sometimes cryptographic proofs.
Plain-English meaning
In this game, Proof of Reserves is used as a vocabulary card for recognizing how market and technology concepts fit together. The short idea is: evidence of backing assets.
The term is not shown as a recommendation. It is included so players can learn the language they may see in exchange interfaces, wallet prompts, research notes, AI product pages, or on-chain analytics dashboards.
Why it belongs with Stablecoin Reserves
These terms focus on how reserve assets, audits, redemption, and parity claims support a peg.
When solving the puzzle, compare the job this term performs with nearby cards. A correct group usually shares a function, risk type, workflow, or market structure rather than simply sharing similar wording.
Where you might see it
You might encounter this term while reading educational explainers, product documentation, risk disclosures, market dashboards, or beginner guides. Always separate vocabulary learning from financial decision-making.