This article is the first of a mini series about Blockchain technology, but don’t know exactly what it is or how it works, this article is for you. Blockchain can be an intimidating topic to wrap your head around at first, but fear not — we will break down the basics so that no matter your level of technical knowledge, you too can understand the power of this groundbreaking technology underpinning the future of internet infrastructure. 

 

 

Blockchain, at its core, is a decentralized digital ledger operating on a distributed computer network–this means that no central authority or intermediary controls the system, making it inherently secure and resistant to tampering. Each “block” in the chain contains a record of multiple transactions, and once a block is added to the chain, it cannot be altered or deleted. The entire history of transactions is preserved and visible to anyone who wants to see it–making it transparent, trustworthy, and virtually impossible to hack.

This may sound complex, but the concept is actually quite simple. Imagine a Google Sheet that is shared with multiple people and updates in real-time. Each time someone adds or modifies a row, it is recorded and cannot be changed. That’s essentially how it works.

Blockchain has the potential to revolutionize various industries, such as supply chain management, voting systems, and even the way we consume media. In fact, just recently Amazon and Microsoft both announced building on-chain infrastructures to help the process of creating on this new, transparent infrastructure.

So, what makes on-chain (on the blockchain) technology so revolutionary for marketing and brand loyalty? For one, as mentioned above, it eliminates the need for intermediaries, such as banks, to facilitate transactions. This reduces the risk of fraud and errors, as well as the cost of transactions. Moreover, because all transactions are recorded and visible on-chain, it increases transparency and accountability. 

 

For marketers, this opens up a whole new world of possibilities to engage their consumers with cutting-edge technology. With on-chain tools, they can create campaigns that reward customers for their loyalty with on-chain collectibles and other incentives. This article outlines what how NFTs (on-chain files) hit the mainstream vs how they are going to be used in the future. 

These tokens can be exchanged for goods or services within the ecosystem, creating a closed-loop system that benefits both customers and businesses.

Marketers can also create on-chain advertising campaigns that reward users for their attention and engagement. These campaigns are specifically designed to be authenticated and verifiable so that advertisers can be sure they are reaching their target audience and users can be sure they are getting compensated for their time and attention. The more a consumer participates, the more rewards they get with on-chain infrastructure making the process more automated and transparent.

In the next blog post, we’ll dive deeper into why marketers should care about on-chain campaigns, and how it can benefit their brand’s in the long run. We will explore the different ways in which blockchain can be leveraged to create innovative marketing strategies that are more efficient, transparent, and user-centric.

Additionally, we will discuss the challenges that marketers may face when implementing these types of campaigns, such as user adoption, technical complexity, and regulatory compliance. We will also provide insights into best practices and strategies for marketers looking to get started with on-chain campaigns.

By the end of the blog post, you will have a better understanding of how this technology can transform the marketing industry and what steps you can take to incorporate it into your campaigns. So stay tuned for more insights into the exciting world of  on-chain marketing!