Is Apple’s Greatness Fading?

Apple’s an interesting company — a true underdog success story that defined consumer tech and later became the most valued company on Earth. And while everyone knows Steve Jobs, few truly understand Apple — especially going forward. Warning, I have never really liked Apple (which is ironic as I write this on a MacBook Pro) and could be considered...

Facebook: The King of Communication

We are entering an era of unparalleled tech dominance. Companies like Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple control more and more of our everyday lives, owning our data and everything around it. The inherent network effects and flywheels these companies built are unprecedented both in their scope and ability to stave off competition. This is the 3rd...

The Future of Google

We are entering an era of unparalleled tech dominance. Companies like Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple control more and more of our everyday lives, owning our data and everything around it. The inherent network effects and flywheels these companies built are unprecedented both in their scope and ability to stave off competition. This is the second...

 Why Your Startup’s J Growth Curve is Actually Just an S

Two days ago I had the privilege of moderating a roundtable with some of the smartest futurists and forward thinkers in the industry. Our panelists included Tim O’Reilly, James Allworth, Ben Gilbert and Jeff Morris Jr. It was an interesting experience. They say you are the average of the 5 people in your life and...