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Category Archives: Network Effects
A Breakdown of Reddit’s Really Simple Business Model (Tech Strategy – Podcast 198)
In this podcast episode, Jeff Towson breaks down Reddit’s really simple business model and explains how it uses user-generated content, network effects, and advertising to create value for its users, advertisers, and investors.
Baidu’s Search Engine Explained in 3 Slides (1 of 4) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
Baidu is the dominant search engine in China, holding over 75% of the market share. This article explains how Baidu operates as a learning platform, which improves its accuracy and quality as it accrues more users and interactions. It also covers the basic features and functions of Baidu search engine and how it serves both human and digital agents.
A Breakdown of the Verisign Business Model (2 of 2) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
Verisign is one of the most profitable and durable businesses in the tech world. It operates the .com and .net domains, which are essential for the internet infrastructure and have no viable substitutes. In this article, Jeff Towson breaks down the Verisign business model and explains why it is so hard to disrupt.
3 Factors Will Determine the Future of Verisign Inc. (Tech Strategy – Podcast 191)
In this podcast, Jeffrey Towson discusses the 3 factors that will determine the future of Verisign Inc.’s tech strategy. He provides insights on the future of the tech industry and how Verisign can stay ahead of the curve. Tune in to gain valuable insights on the future of tech!
3 Digital Concepts Powering ARM Holdings (2 of 4) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
In Part 1, I argued there are four strategy questions for ARM: Will they continue to benefit from a secular trend? Is their tailwind continuing? What is the state of their core product and growth engine? What are the competitive strengths of their business model? Are they changing? Are there external CGT factors that will […]
The 4 Digital Concepts Powering Arm Holdings (Tech Strategy – Podcast 187)
In this podcast, we explore the four digital concepts that are powering ARM Holdings’ tech strategy. We explain how these concepts are helping ARM to stay ahead of the competition and what other companies can learn from them. If you’re interested in learning more about digital strategy and how it can help your business, then this article is for you.
My Method for Assessing Network Effects (2 of 2) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
In Part 2 of his article on network effects, Jeff Towson explains how he takes apart network effects. He rejects the graphic that lists 16 network effects and instead focuses on the three types of network effects that matter. Read on to learn more about how to assess network effects.
NFX’s 16 Network Effects. Plus, Embedding and Other Small Digital Ideas (Tech Strategy – Podcast 158)
Network effects are a powerful force in the digital world. They can help businesses to grow quickly and to become dominant players in their markets. However, network effects are not the only factor that is important for success in the digital world. Businesses also need to focus on growth and unit economics.
Unveiling Baidu: How China’s Top Search Engine Thrives as a Learning Platform (1 of 3) (Tech Strategy – Daily Update)
Baidu, China’s leading search engine, is a “learning platform” that becomes smarter with increased user activity. Founded by Robin Li in 2000, it was designed to cater to search users, webpages, and advertisers. Baidu, like other learning platforms, can serve both human and digital agents, enhancing their service based on the overall and individual user activity.