One direct consequence of this is far fewer things get built or used. Because data is the foundation for so much value over time, and because it's so much more valuable when networked with other data (network effects, big data, etc.), there's far less aggregate value when data is spread across more fragmented databases and applications.
The totally unpredictable perceptions of market participants, reflected in momentary stock prices and in the changing multiples that drive speculative returns, essentially have counted for nothing.
Polywork is a modern take on LinkedIn that builds out your profile at the more granular project and achievement level as opposed to the job level. So, “Pushed Code,” “Updated an iOS app,” or “Spoke at a conference” is the new “Got a new Job.” In a polygamous career, these milestones matter more. Another company I am excited about is Braintrust, a... See more
I explore how web3 technologies are democratizing wealth building and helping people build wealth through the ownership of assets. Organizations like Black Bitcoin Billionaires and others are using crypto to try to close the wealth gap in the US. In this section, I also explore ways where play-to-earn video games present income-generating... See more
At first glance, this might seem counterintuitive. If you are building a mobile-first bank, why not offer virtual cards and let users pay with their phone? Why go through the hassle of producing and shipping physical cards?