Algorithm

Maths, information technology and management.

A set of pre-defined (and often automated) steps for making a calculation or decision.

Algorithms are an essential component of computer programs.

Sometimes abbreviated to algo.

See also

• Algorithmic trading
• Blockchain Governance Initiative Network (BGIN)
• Centralised finance (CeFi)
• Decentralised finance (DeFi)
• Genetic algorithm
• Robo-adviser
• Software robot