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Glossary term

What is Cluster?

A cluster is a group of blockchain addresses inferred or known to be controlled by the same actor, service, wallet, or entity. Clustering can use heuristics such as co-spending, change-address behavior, deposit patterns, smart-contract interactions, and research evidence, but strong programs track confidence and avoid treating every inference as certain.

Definition

A cluster is a group of blockchain addresses inferred or known to be controlled by the same actor, service, wallet, or entity. Clustering can use heuristics such as co-spending, change-address behavior, deposit patterns, smart-contract interactions, and research evidence, but strong programs track confidence and avoid treating every inference as certain.