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{{KidsIntro|this is a dictionary of all the special words WikiDeal uses, explained simply so newcomers can understand everything.}}

{{ExpertIntro|This glossary sets the definitive, official terminology of the WikiDeal model, to be used exclusively in all documents, contracts and communications; superseded terms are listed and marked as deprecated. It covers the funding vocabulary (Support, Gift, Reward, Karma tokens, WIL, cash-out, bonding curve, Need-Driven Funding, Priority 1/Priority 2), governance and community concepts (Open Call, User Group, Ring of Trust, Living Lab, Subscription, Maturity Score), and WikiDeal's structural philosophy (deprivatisation, Exit to Community, co-opetition, immutable philosophies, Wikimedia-adapted portals and categories).}}

 

This glossary defines the official terminology of the WikiDeal model. Where previous terms have been superseded, the old terms are noted and marked as deprecated. '''These are the definitive terms''': all documents, contracts, and communications should use these terms exclusively.

; [[Gov/en/Portal:Economy/Rewards|Rewards]] (no guarantee*) 💰

: The convertible form of WikiDeal Rewards. Rewards may be converted to CHF when platform revenue allows, '''without guarantee'''. A possible annual percentage increase is under study (draft [[Gov/en/Portal:R&D/Innovations:Annual Value Increase|Open Call]], not decided). Held in personal account (Priority 2). Tax applies at cash-out. Previously called "Cash Rewards" or "Cash Reward", those terms are deprecated. See [[Gov/en/Portal:Economy/Rewards|Rewards →]]

; [[Gov/en/Portal:Economy/Karma-Tokens|Karma tokens]] 🔗

: By sharing unused resources and/or contributing as a volunteer, you can earn Karma tokens, usable within your Rings of Trust to get access to services and goods such as housing, transportation or food. A barter-style unit for otherwise unused resources in the functional economy, creating a citizen participation with an exchange network (initial hypothesis; not a currency in the legal sense). "Karma token" is a working name and may change; previously called "WIL token". Exchangeable for services and goods within [[Gov/en/Portal:R&D/Innovations:Rings Of Trust|Rings of Trust]] (agreements between ≥2 User Groups). Not convertible to CHF directly. Value determined by the [[Gov/en/Portal:Economy/Karma-Token-Market|Karma Token Market]] algorithm, supply and demand for real services. Usage coefficients range from 1 (restricted) to 10 (widely accepted). Previously called "Miles Credits" and "WikiDeal Miles", deprecated terms. See [[Gov/en/Portal:Economy/Rewards|Rewards →]]

: An agreement between at least 2 User Groups that enables Karma token interoperability. Each Ring defines usage coefficients for complementary currency exchange. A User Group may participate in multiple Rings simultaneously.

: A combination of ''multiple marketplaces'' enabling a global experience: e.g., housing + activities + training. Programmes are the operational backbone of WikiDeal. Each programme has defined steps, validation criteria, and Rewards. WikiDeal has '''12 programmes'''. A single marketplace (babysitting, pet-sitting) is NOT a programme, it is a service used within one or more programmes. See [[Gov/en/Portal:R&D/Main|All 12 Programmes →]]

; Karma Token Market

: Programme #12. The algorithmic mechanism for valuing Karma tokens based on supply and demand within the WikiDeal ecosystem. Uses a double indicator: value of service × availability/frequency. Non-speculative, all data is public and community-auditable. See [[Gov/en/Portal:Economy/Karma-Token-Market|Karma Token Market →]]

; [[Gov/en/Portal:R&D/Open-Calls:Main|Open Call]]

: A research environment combining observation, synthesis, and pilot experimentation. Replaces "Open Observatory." The anchor Living Lab is Ecopol, member of the European Network of Living Labs (ENoLL). Living Labs produce reports, blog content, and pilot proposals for the Open Calls.

: Contributors who donated to WikiDeal before Prototype 1 launched, including founding team members and historical ambassadors. They receive 50 million memberships (separate from the bonding curve) and participate in 10% of each user membership purchase. Individual identities are kept confidential; aggregate figures are public.

: Core values of WikiDeal that do not change regardless of Open Call outcomes: the membership system, community governance, transparency, and at-cost Commissions. NOTE: The term "Immutable Rules" is deprecated and must not be used, rules can change. Only philosophies are described as immutable.

: A formal agreement between at least 2 WikiDeal User Groups enabling Karma tokens interoperability. Each Ring defines the usage coefficients for complementary currency exchange within its member groups. Rings are the foundation of the Karma token ecosystem. A User Group may participate in multiple Rings simultaneously.

: The process of markets being reclaimed by users as commons: analogous to what Wikipedia did for encyclopedic knowledge. WikiDeal's mission is to deprivatize extractive digital markets (babysitting, transport, housing, fundraising) by replacing platform capitalism with community governance and at-cost Commissions. Inspired by Wikimedia Foundation's approach to knowledge.