# Glossary

**AETHRA Token ($AETHRA)**\
The utility token of the AETHRA ecosystem, used for staking, governance, and access to platform services.

**MVP (Minimum Viable Product)**\
The first public release of the AETHRA platform, launching on October 13, 2025.

**Closed Beta**\
A private pilot program with 20 testers (June–August 2025) that validated core features.

**LBP (Liquidity Bootstrapping Pool)**\
The mechanism used for the $AETHRA token launch on January 6, 2025, enabling fair price discovery and broad distribution.

**Credential Anchoring**\
Recording cryptographic proofs of worker credentials on-chain without exposing personal data.

**Governance**\
Participation of token holders in protocol decision-making, including proposals and updates.

**Staking**\
Locking $AETHRA in a smart contract to earn protocol-defined rewards.

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