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Platform Disruption

Definition

Platform disruption refers to a significant change or innovation that fundamentally alters how a particular market or industry operates. In the digital asset space, this often involves new blockchain protocols or decentralized applications that challenge established business models of traditional finance, technology companies, or even existing crypto platforms. Such disruption can introduce superior efficiency, lower costs, enhanced security, or novel functionalities, compelling existing players to adapt or risk obsolescence. It reshapes market dynamics and user expectations.