Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) - A cryptographic protocol that proves the validity of a statement without revealing the underlying data.

Neural Data - Digital signals derived from brain activity, often captured via EEG, fMRI, or brain-computer interfaces.

Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) - A system that enables direct communication between the brain and external devices.

Cognitive Biometrics - Identity verification based on mental states or neural signatures.

Decentralized Identity (DID) - A self-sovereign identity model where users control their credentials without relying on centralized authorities.

GDPR - General Data Protection Regulation — a European law governing data privacy and protection.

HIPAA - U.S. regulation that protects sensitive health information, including neural data.

Schema Markup - Structured data embedded in websites to help search engines understand and display content more effectively.

Rich Results - Enhanced search listings that show FAQs, reviews, or other structured data directly in Google results.

Open Source - Software whose source code is freely available for use, modification, and distribution.