Three ways blockchain disrupts traditional business models
An essential component in business is adapting to technological trends and providing the best possible services for customers. This is known as providing a customer-centric experience. Examples of adapting technology and focusing on customer-centric experiences are shown through Walmart and Amazon. These businesses traded at $400B (Walmart) and $24B (Amazon) as of 2010. As e-commerce and digital technology grew, the revenue of Walmart grew to $576B and Amazon $477B in March and April 2022. However, as with e-commerce improving traditional business, cryptocurrency and blockchain have the....
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