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Platform Dominance

Definition

Platform dominance refers to the state where a particular digital platform or ecosystem achieves a significantly large market share and influence within its operational domain. In the context of cryptocurrencies and Web3, this can apply to exchanges, decentralized finance protocols, or blockchain networks that attract a disproportionately high number of users, developers, or capital. Such dominance can lead to network effects, setting industry standards and potentially creating barriers for competitors. Assessing platform dominance is key to understanding market structure and competitive dynamics.