The actions taken by Big Tech have a resonance that goes beyond the context of domestic U.S. politics. Even if they were right, they will still push the world to Internet 3.0.
Playing on Hard Mode
Airbnb and DoorDash both created new markets where ones did not previously exist; they are startups played on “hard” mode.
Apple’s Shifting Differentiation
Apple is about the integration of hardware and software, but the balance between the two has shifted over time.
Anti-Monopoly vs. Antitrust
What matters about the Congressional report on tech and antitrust is that it exists, not the specific details.
Intel’s New Delay, Intel’s Multiplying Delays, Intel and TSMC
Intel has announced a 7nm delay, after its 10nm debacle. How long will the company even pursue competition with TSMC and Samsung?
Jio Follow-up, Google Cloud Next, Kurian vs. Google
Jio has two big obstacles to success; then, while most didn’t pay attention to Google Cloud Next, the progress Thomas Kurian is making is impressive.
The End of OS X
OS X is retired, but fortunately, its legacy appears to live on in macOS 11.0.
Apple, ARM, and Intel
ARM Macs are imminent; why they make sense, and why the implications could be far-reaching, for not just Apple but also Intel.
Never-Ending Niches
The Internet changed how media competes to focus and quality, but quality is defined by your niche.
Steve Jobs and OpenDoc, Fluid Framework, Microsoft Lists
At Build Microsoft’s vision for their enterprise operating system in the cloud was clearer than ever.