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Evolution of Technology

  • Facebook, Phones, and Phonebooks

    There are two types of social networks, and Facebook wants to be both. The problem is that the company already chose public sharing over private communication.

  • A Brief History of Build, The Linux Command Line, Open Source Xamarin

    I know I’ve heaped a lot of praise on Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella over the last few years, but I can’t help but go at it again today. I hope, though, the subtle point I hope to make is clear: being an effective leader is about more than strategy.

  • Andy Grove and the iPhone SE

    Andy Grove passed away the same day that Apple announced the iPhone SE. One of Grove’s best decisions reminds me of this launch.

  • The Reality of Missing Out

    Tech is entering a period of inequality where the big winners lift the sector as a whole even as smaller companies suffer. The best example is Facebook, Google, and digital advertising.

  • Cars and the Future

    A massive revolution in cars seems right around the corner. However, I think it will take longer then most technologists think, but when it comes it will come quickly.

  • SpaceX Makes History, SpaceX and Unicorns, Disney in the Age of Abundance

    SpaceX accomplished something truly momentous yesterday, and the company is a reminder that unicorns remain great investments. Plus, more on why I’m bullish on Disney

  • Slack and the State of Technology at the End of 2015

    Slack has announced the Slack Platform. It’s an obvious move, but it’s the obviousness that indicates what a huge opportunity it is

  • Amazon Unveils New Drone Video, Amazon Flying Airplanes?, Amazon the Logistics Company

    Amazon is showing off drones, and may even be flying airplanes. Are we sure this is a retail company?

  • Venture Capital and the Internet’s Impact

    Venture Capital has been transformed by a surprising source: Amazon. Ultimately, no industry is safe from the impact of the Internet.

  • Twitter’s Moment

    Twitter has had a rough stretch, and most are pessimistic about its chances. I was previously, but I think the upside is looking much brighter than it did before this week.