BusinessSeptember 2, 2026

idempotency

eye-dem-POH-ten-see

Definition

A property of an operation whereby it can be applied multiple times without changing the result beyond the initial application.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'idem' (same) and 'potens' (powerful), it was coined in the mid-19th century in mathematics to describe operations that yield the same value when multiplied by themselves.

In the news

In the article, the CTO uses this term to explain how their system prevents duplicate financial submissions even if a process is triggered or repeated unexpectedly.

Inside Reglo: How the FinTech Startup Is Rewiring Moroccan Business Finance Ahead of a €1M+ Seed Round

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