Market
Problem that it solves
Tezos aims to solve the problem of governance for blockchain networks.
Customers
Producers of Dapps and those who want to trade Tezos are the most obvious users.
Value creation
If you like a coin that earnestly tries to be as democratic as possible, you're going to love Tezos. This concept breeds value.
Market structure
The market is still emerging and has potential for more growth.
Market size
The smart contract market potential is potentially limitless.
Regulatory risks
The regulatory risks are lower than average because of the democratized infrastructure. But if regulators wake up one morning in fear of proof of stake systems, then Tezos would be in the crosshairs.
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Competitive Advantage
Technology/blockchain platform
Tezos was built on a new blockchain, but it has performed well.
Lead time advantage
The concept of a more democratized version of Ethereum was novel and has paid off.
Contacts and networks
Tezos strong market position gives it access to key players — more so than the influence of its founders.
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Management Team
Entrepreneurial Team
So far, Tezos has been successful and has overcome challenges.
Industry/technical experience
They've been at it since 2014, so their dues have been paid.
Integrity
Although the founders try to come off as transparent, there has been too much controversy sourrounding the team and the management of the project.
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Token Mechanics
Token required
Yes, a token is required to access the network.
Value added
The token is, essentially, another one of those, but the Tezos concept gives it some implicit strength.
Decentralized
Liquid proof of stake and the democratized structure of Tezos help it stay decentralized. But you could easily wind up with a few big players controlling major decisions if they win the hearts and minds of enough users.
Token supply
The ICO resulted in a finite number, 763.3 million tezzies.
Public exchange
XTZ can be exchanged on many platforms.
MVP
Tezos is up and running, despite some controversy.
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User Adoption
Technical difficulty
Tezos is more complex to understand than a simple digital currency network, like Bitcoin or Litecoin.
Halo Effect
Tezos' connection with its competitors has helped boost its profile. But as a standalone project, it has little Halo Effect.
Buzz
When the price moves, people talk about Tezos but it the project does not have anywhere near the buzz as some of its competitors, such as Ethereum or EOS.
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