Category Archives: Blockchain

3 Investment Lessons from the Coinbase Crypto Roller Coaster. (2 of 2) (Tech Strategy)

Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson shares 3 key investment lessons from the Coinbase crypto roller coaster. By analyzing Coinbase’s journey, Towson reveals how investors and business leaders can inform their digital transformation strategy and stay ahead of the curve. From navigating regulatory uncertainty to building a robust business model, these lessons offer valuable insights for anyone looking to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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Coinbase Has Shifted from Trading to Assets Under Management. That’s Great. (1 of 2) (Tech Strategy)

Coinbase has made a significant shift in its business model, moving away from a focus on trading and towards assets under management. According to digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, this change is a key part of the company’s digital transformation strategy and has major implications for its future growth. By building out its assets under management business, Coinbase is positioning itself for long-term success in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency market.

3 Lessons from the Fall (and Maybe Rise) of Coinbase (Tech Strategy – Podcast 223)

Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson breaks down the 3 crucial lessons from Coinbase’s rapid growth and subsequent struggles. By examining the company’s strengths and weaknesses, Towson provides actionable advice for organizations navigating their own digital transformation strategy. From prioritizing user experience to embracing decentralization, Towson’s insights offer a roadmap for businesses seeking to thrive in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

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More Important Strategy Concepts for Web3 (2 of 3) (Tech Strategy)

In Part 1, I went through two strategy concepts for web3. Protocol Networks (i.e., Blockchains) with Property Rights Composability (i.e., Building Blocks) at Global Scale And I teed up two main questions for emerging web3 business models: The Value Creation Question: What is the most important use case and what value does this create for […]

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The Big Strategy Concepts for Web3 (1 of 3) (Tech Strategy)

Everyone describes their initial look at blockchain and web3 as “going down the rabbit hole”. It starts simply with Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. Then they go to Ethereum. But then it quickly becomes a sea of confusing, contradictory, and usually half-baked topics. Such as: Decentralized vs. centralized platforms and systems. DAOs (decentralized autonomous organizations) and other […]

Why Uniswap’s Protocol Is a Threat to Coinbase’s Marketplace (Tech Strategy – Podcast 120)

In this podcast, Jeffrey Towson discusses how Uniswap’s protocol is a threat to Coinbase’s PPH marketplace. He argues that Uniswap is more decentralized and efficient than Coinbase, and that it is likely to attract more users and liquidity. Ultimately, the success of Uniswap and Coinbase will depend on a number of factors, including the adoption of decentralized finance, the regulatory environment, and the competition from other exchanges.

Web3 Companies Can Use Tokens and DAOs as Competitive Weapons in 3 Big Ways (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)

In Part 1, I did a quick summary of the strange mix of ideas that is “web 3.0”. Blockchain, a new technology paradigm. Decentralization, which moves control away from corporate and government authorities. And back to users and contributors. New forms of governance based more on consensus and community. But I haven’t really talked about the […]

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