Re-imagining content × social × commerce—all on-chain Coinbase has rebranded Coinbase Wallet to Base App, sparking lively debate across X. This article unpacks the strategy behind the move and the wider ecosystem play. “When open protocols let identity, assets, and content snap together, the next super app won’t belong to a single company—it will belong to the chain.” 1 Why an “on-chain super app” makes sense now Demand already proven in Web2....

DeepSeek R1: What Is It Actually Distilling? There has been a lot of buzz lately about DeepSeek. It’s gotten to the point where it feels awkward not to take a closer look if you want to stay up-to-date with AI developments. After skimming the DeepSeek R1 paper, what really caught my attention was its distillation technique, which breathes new life into small models, giving them stronger reasoning abilities. In my view, this advancement is significant for future on-device AI....

As founders, it’s easy to get tangled in endless meetings and details, like navigating through dense underbrush. But Elon Musk has charted a different path—one rooted in simplicity, speed, and action. I call it “The Musk Method.” This philosophy opens a door to understanding how he’s built some of the world’s most impactful companies. Here are stories from his journey that may inspire you to rethink your own path as an entrepreneur....

Recently, I’ve been exploring Bitcoin network and came across an intriguing project called the Liquid Network. Developed by Blockstream, its goal is to provide instant Bitcoin transactions and support additional features. This article will introduce the basic concepts of the Liquid Network, along with its advantages and applications. Background Why Are Sidechains Necessary? Network Congestion As the number of Bitcoin users increases, so does the transaction volume. However, Bitcoin’s block size is limited, and each block can only accommodate a finite number of transactions....

OpenAI’s Realtime API: A Game Changer for Voice Assistants OpenAI just launched the new Realtime API, allowing businesses to create voice assistant services on par with ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode. If you haven’t tried the advanced voice mode yet, it’s available to all paid ChatGPT users, and it’s really impressive—definitely worth checking out. This new Realtime API makes it easier to build your own voice assistant systems, leading to faster, more natural voice interactions becoming widespread....

About Me Hi, I’m Ben, an entrepreneur focused on AI, Blockchain, and MarTech. In this AI-saturated information age, I’ve realized we don’t lack information—we lack the ability to think deeply. Rather than chasing trending news, I focus on the business logic and thinking patterns behind tech trends. I created this blog to provide readers with a space to move beyond information anxiety and into strategic thinking. About This Blog This blog is called “Ben’s Terminal....