Coinbase CEO: Passwords Are Obsolete!

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Public venues are now on a mission to make Wi-Fi as effortless as breathing-because nothing says “I’m a modern person” like your phone auto-connecting to a coffee shop’s network. 🤔

Coinbase CEO: Why Do We Still Need Wi-Fi Passwords? 😤

Public places are getting desperate for frictionless connectivity, and Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is here to throw a tantrum about outdated Wi-Fi rules. “Wifi passwords should disappear everywhere (hotels, homes, airports, restaurants/coffee shops).” Because nothing says “I’m a visionary” like complaining about 100 million hours wasted on typing passwords. 🤯

Armstrong’s rant on X (formerly Twitter) was so scathing, even your grandma would’ve rolled her eyes. “Your phone should just auto-connect wherever you are, like cell towers.” Oh, right, because cell towers are so reliable. 📶

He also called out those “dumb captive portals” with ads, which is basically saying, “I’m not your customer, I’m your problem.” 🤬 Businesses should be “shamed” for using them, he said. Because nothing says “customer service” like a 30-second ad before you can check your emails. 🎬

“Hotels don’t charge you for electricity when you charge your phone,” he added. True, but hotels also don’t let you charge your phone in the lobby. 🤷‍♀️

Armstrong’s main gripe? “Stop treating Wi-Fi like some scarce resource that needs to be rationed.” Because if people are using your coffee shop as an office, it’s clearly your fault for not charging them for Wi-Fi. 🧠

FAQ 🕒

  • Why does password-free Wi-Fi matter for investors? 🧠
    It signals a future where your phone knows your name, your Wi-Fi password, and your deepest regrets. 💻
  • How could automated Wi-Fi impact venue operators? 🤯
    They’ll finally have time to stop stressing about your 10th cup of coffee. ☕
  • What industry trend does the discussion highlight? 🧩
    The end of passwords, the rise of chaos, and a world where your phone is smarter than your ex. 🤖
  • Why is frictionless connectivity a growth catalyst? 🚀
    Because everyone’s tired of typing “password123” for the 100th time. 🔐

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2025-11-16 08:58