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How to Read a
Blockchain Transaction

Raw blockchain data is often unintelligible. Learn how to transform hexadecimal hashes into human-readable, audit-grade intelligence.

The Problem with Raw Data

A standard block explorer shows you the interaction (e.g., Function Call: 0x123...) but rarely the intent. For accounting and compliance, knowing that MethodID: 0xa9059cbb was called is insufficient. You need to know that a Transfer of 500 USDC occurred.

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Risk of Misinterpretation

Simple decoders often fail on "Internal Transactions" or complex DeFi routing. A single transaction hash might trigger 50+ internal transfers (e.g., an Aggregator Swap). Reading only the top-level call will result in incorrect accounting.

01Semantic Classification

Mapping raw on-chain events to high-level financial concepts using our deterministic engine.

  • Swap: Exchanging tokens.
  • Bridge: Cross-chain moves.
  • Diff: Complex state changes.

02Confidence Scores

We assign a confidence score to every report to indicate certainty level.

  • Confirmed: Verified Standard.
  • High: Strong Heuristics.
  • Likely: Generic Pattern.

What makes it "Audit-Grade"?

Immutable

Based strictly on finalized block data.

Reproducible

Deterministic logic ensures identical outputs.

Verifiable

Every data point links back to chain state.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why doesn't the hash show everything?

A hash only identifies the event location. Depending on smart contract logic, a single hash can trigger dozens of internal transfers not visible in top-level input data.

How is the Confidence Score calculated?

It is determined deterministically by comparing event logs against known ABI standards versus generic heuristic patterns.

Is this legally binding?

No. These are interpretive summaries of public data for compliance workflows, not a substitute for legal counsel.

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