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Embracing the crypto winter Ever since the crypto world shook up with the LUNA crash in May 2022, I've seen a lot of cleaning up in the market. This winter is less about hype and more about building stuff that lasts. There's a new focus on creating solid applications in Digital Assets that are going to stick around for a long time. Speaking of new beginnings, one of the most brilliant person I know has decided to leave a promising corporate career. He's building a company from the ground up, focusing on blockchain-based financial transaction. Another weak signal : Bitcoin is quietly bouncing back to $41,000. We really need more transparency and fairness in this wild market. If you're a DevOps engineer who's into this stuff, check out SUN ZU Lab. It's a great chance to work with some awesome people Alexis Troubnikoff, Toussaint Behaghel, Vincent Madrenas, Stephane REVERRE Curious? Here's the link to the job: https://lnkd.in/diy9KtYg

99% of tech companies use the term “platform” wrong. Coinbase is in the 1% that uses it correctly. A tech platform is infrastructure that other companies, products, and services can be built upon. Sorry, but your SaaS, while a great SaaS product with happy customers, is likely not a platform. Examples of tech companies with platforms: • Microsoft: Windows, Azure, etc. • Apple: iOS • OpenAI: ChatGPT • Staffbase (my former employer): white-labeled employee app and intranet But isn’t Coinbase just a crypto exchange? For most of its history, yes, but it’s about to become something much bigger. Coinbase has launched Base, a Layer 2 blockchain built on top of the reliability of Ethereum, which enables smart contracts. Base is built to handle large amounts of transactions at fast speeds and with little to almost no fees. And with that, and their user-friendly programs, companies, products, and services will be built on top of Base. This makes Coinbase a platform company – arguably one of the most important ones soon. Jesse Pollak, Head of Base, demonstrates below. I know my “Digital Business Model Strategy” professor Dr. Roger Moser would love this - it's a picture perfect digital business model strategy. #DigitalTransformation #BusinessStrategy #Strategy #Coinbase #Blockchain #Innovation #Technology

Excited to see the growth of several of these digital exchange companies that I've been following over the years! It brings me great joy that there are people out there that are on a mission to connect the world across various cultures through innovative, transaction solutions... even if it means going against challenging policies that don't benefit "big daddy" and friends... What I've always loved about crypto is that it gives the little guy a fighting chance in a space, that has been, for years, dominated by corporations, the banking industry, and closed-door political handshakes. In other words, it brings hope to the average consumer, retail, and even startups not afraid to embrace the adoption. This has become a deep passion of mine. I love waking up each day, checking charts, new developments, and hearing success stories! Apart from my personal journey in crypto since 2020, I would love to have a career in this field surrounded by dynamic visionaries that care just as much as I do 😍🙏🏻 So, if you know of anyone looking for passionate individuals to join their team, tell them I'm ready to help keep pushing the envelope 🙂 #crypto #cryptojobs #blockchain #defi #web3 #openforwork #opentoconnect #lookingforjob #marketing #marketingjobs

Good Morning LinkedIn Family! Here are the top news in #Crypto for the past 24 hours Coinbase predicts Genesis' GBTC sell-off will not disrupt the market, expecting funds to stay within the crypto ecosystem. Coinbase Commerce ends native Bitcoin and UTXO coin support, pushing for Lightning Network and account-based transactions. Worldcoin hits new all-time high, doubling to $5.36 after OpenAI's Sora AI model launch, reaching $700M market cap. Vitalik Buterin explores AI for Ethereum code verification to tackle the platform's main technical challenge: bugs in code. FixedFloat crypto exchange reportedly exploited for $26.1M in bitcoin and ether, with the platform currently down for maintenance. ALT Airdrop for Celestia stakers starts Feb 20, with claim portal open until Mar 5. Pixels gifts 20M PIXEL to RON stakers: 10M now, 10M later, with rewards based on staked RON as of Feb 8 snapshot. Japan proposes law allowing VCs to invest in crypto and Web3 startups, aiming to boost local innovation and capital access. Virginia proposes $39K fund for new crypto and AI commissions to foster tech growth and policy development in the state. ARK Invest sells $90M worth of Coinbase shares post-analyst upgrades, despite Q4 performance exceeding expectations. #cryptonews

🌟Breaking Barriers: Gemini's Commitment to Excellence and Accessibility 🌟 Let's talk about dedication, innovation, and making a positive impact in the world. Today, I'm thrilled to shine a spotlight on Gemini's relentless pursuit of excellence and its unwavering commitment to accessibility. At Gemini, we believe that everyone deserves access to the tools and resources they need to thrive in the digital economy. That's why we're putting in the work day in and day out to develop cutting-edge solutions that empower individuals around the globe. 🔹 **Devotion to Development:** Behind the scenes, our team is working tirelessly to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of cryptocurrency and digital assets. From refining our trading algorithms to enhancing our user interface, every aspect of Gemini's platform is crafted with care and precision. 🔹 **Making Services Free:** We're proud to announce that Gemini is now offering select services for free, further lowering barriers to entry and opening up new opportunities for individuals to explore the world of crypto. By eliminating fees and charges, we're leveling the playing field and making it easier than ever for everyone to participate in the digital economy. 🔹 **Collaboration and Fine-Tuning:** We believe in the power of collaboration, and that's why we're inviting individuals like you to join us on this journey. Whether you're an experienced developer, a seasoned investor, or just someone who's passionate about making a difference, there's a place for you at Gemini. Together, we can fine-tune our services, drive progress, and create a brighter future for all. Imagine a world where access to financial services is not a privilege, but a fundamental right. With the right attitude and approach, we believe that vision is within reach. And hey, who knows? Maybe with this attitude, Google could gain some serious respect in the AI race too. 😉 So here's to breaking barriers, driving progress, and building a future that's more inclusive and accessible for all. Join us at Gemini as we continue to make waves and redefine what's possible in the world of finance and technology. #Gemini #Cryptocurrency #Innovation #Accessibility #Finance #DigitalAssets #Collaboration #Development #Blockchain #Fintech #Equality #Empowerment Like, share, and spread the word! Together, let's create a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 🚀💫

LO Tech is thrilled to announce our strategic integration with Coinbase, making us an authorised distributor of Coinbase Exchange market data. This integrates Coinbase's market data into our tick-level, standardised services, providing seamless access to historical and real-time data via a single API. At LO Tech, we prioritise data accuracy and integrity, enabling rapid, error-free decision-making for our clients. Our comprehensive data delivery options include daily CSV files, Websocket Replay for historical data, and a REST API for tick-level queries. "LO Tech is excited to integrate with Coinbase," said Tim Meggs, CEO of LO Tech. "This collaboration highlights our commitment to delivering the most accurate and reliable market data services." LO Tech is a leading high-frequency market-making firm, offering cutting-edge market data, trading analytics, and execution algorithms. Our trading-adjacent services are built with the belief that great trading firms make better trading services, empowering institutions with the tools needed for first class research, analysis and execution. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/dtKwPrtf or contact us at [email protected]. #Crypto #Blockchain #MarketData #LOTech #Coinbase #Fintech #Trading #Partnership

I lost ALL of my money on day 1 in crypto. I'm starting to share and post more things that I'm passionate about, but first, I wanted to share how I got here and my journey with web3. It all started back in 2015 when I was in code school... I became friends with some brilliant people, several of whom were bitcoin fanatics. And one day, their conviction inspired me to invest all my money (tbh I was a broke student so it wasn't much) into bitcoin. But later that night, our text group chat exploded with notifications The exchange where our bitcoin was held was hacked. All of our assets were lost. Although I was devastated, I was still obsessed with blockchain technology. This loss led me down a path of self-custody, decentralization, and a desire for a better understanding of blockchains. Since 2015, I spent three years working at @ShapeShift, a crypto exchange. Here, I gained a wealth of knowledge about: - Crypto - Security - Software development - Scaling startups But, I also learned even more about WHY crypto was the future of money and the necessity for it. After ShapeShift, I co-founded @_GamerXYZ alongside my brother, @bobbyblackstock where I've learned about: - What it takes to raise millions of dollars - Building a team - How to get your first 1k users (now 100k) - How to relentlessly iterate on your product I'm excited to share what I've learned here. I'll continue to share my achievements. But, more importantly, I'll also share my failures as I continue to build in this space.

Some Insight into thing's I have learnt whilst working in crypto... 🔽 As a leader at a #web3 company I'm often asked by people who work in tech roles what it's like working in crypto and am I not concerned about job security? For anyone considering a shift into the world of #web3 this might be helpful. Yes, if you work in crypto your company will inevitably be impacted by market movements, but I think if you look back through 2023 you will see that it doesn't matter what tech firm you work at these risks are always lurking. If giants like Alphabet Inc, Meta, Microsoft and Tesla are laying off hundreds/thousands of people, where exactly would you feel "safe" working in tech? I came from a very "safe" industry before moving into #crypto and my personal view if you park comp/equity for a moment on the most rewarding benefits of working at a crypto firm are these.... 💱 I truly believe that we are part of something big that is shaping the future of finance. #Bitcoin has been around since 2009. Crypto is established enough that it's not going anywhere, but early enough that you can still become a really important part of the journey and shaping a web3 company. 🏧 Crypto brands and challenger banks are forcing traditional banks to upgrade their stack and provide better service. This pressure is helping to evolve banking in traditional finance even if the customer does not interact with crypto. Take your banking app for example, I bet it was terrible until companies like Revolut / Monzo came along and forced them to upgrade. 🌍 We are helping to bank the unbanked. According to the Global Findex Database there is still an estimated 1.4billion people that are unable to access the formal financial system. Meanwhile crypto adoption in unbanked regions of the world is rapidly increasing. This is hugely rewarding. 🧠 You will probably get to work with the most intelligent people you have ever met. 💻 You get to use the most cutting-edge tech, work on innovative projects and really push and test your personal abilities. 🎩 You will wear many hats. Crypto firms are start-ups. They hire people who learn fast, adapt to change and can support other teams outside of the role they are typically hired for. This might not be for everyone but if you are hungry to learn, push yourself and enhance your skills this can be one of the most exciting parts of the job and you may find your role evolves over time into something completely new and unexpected. If you think jumping into the world of crypto is for you, check out our roles at https://lnkd.in/gr7PqPA or connect with me and reach out.

"A New Era" In the simplest of terms, usability is a huge obstacle for the growth of the digital asset space. Until everyday people can store and send crypto to each other with minimal friction...we are a long, long way off real adoption. The frustrating thing for many remains the sluggish speed of any real development. Since 2017, you can't really say there has been much difference in how we store and send crypto...if any. That might be about to change...and people are yet to take notice. Coinbase has always been the most retail friendly platform in this space, so it makes the most sense they are launching their "Smart Wallet". While it is not quite ready for mainstream use, the tech specs certainly seem appealing. The notion of setting up a wallet without the need for long seed phrases is already a huge selling point - by simply using Face ID, Google Chrome profile, fingerprint, or Yubikey. Of course, until it is tested in the real-world, we can't make too many assumptions...but we are hearing all the right noises from Coinbase. Smart Wallet could well be the beginning of real adoption...and I'm all for it.

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