Classification is an essential approach in business model research. Empirical
classifications, termed taxonomies, are widespread in and beyond Information Systems (IS) …

Taxonomies are classification systems that help researchers conceptualize phenomena
based on their dimensions and characteristics. To address the problem of 'ad-hoc'taxonomy …

Blockchain technology enables new ways of organizing economic activities, reduces costs
and time associated with intermediaries, and strengthens the trust in an ecosystem of actors …

Value creation in the financial services sector has been fundamentally transformed by
digitally born financial technology (FinTech) companies. FinTech companies synthesize …

Start-ups in the blockchain context generate millions by means of initial coin offerings
(ICOs). Many of these crowdfunding endeavours are very successful, others are not …

This paper addresses the question of how financial technology transitions unfold.
Innovations in financial business models driven by technology do not only involve changes …

Digital transformation affects almost every area in societies and has consequences for
incumbent companies. With qualitative research, we explore the influencing factors for …

With increasing relevance of data as a strategic asset, companies strive to make data FAIR,
ie findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable. Data catalogs are considered an …

In the course of digitization in healthcare, personal health records (PHRs) are handled as a
key solution. Despite the indisputable benefits, the adoption of PHRs is hampered by data …

The distributed ledger technology eliminates third party providers from the transaction
system to enhance strength and store information using digital storage techniques. In this …