# Glossary

**Open Asset**

An asset that is free to use, consume, view. Examples are OSS projects, Youtube videos, Spotify content, and Instagram influencers.

**Tokenize**

The process of digitally storing the property rights of an asset on a blockchain so that creators can easily access blockchain's benefits.

**Staking**

A cryptocurrency deposit used to support the network. In return, stakers receive a reward for strengthening the protocol.

**Pool**

Stakes Social pools creator's assets into one group so that their supporters can verify the authenticity of assets and confidently stake DEV tokens.