How to build a responsible Internet of Things
Over the last few years, we have seen an explosion of new products and services that bridge the gap between the internet and the physical world: The Internet…
Tag: business
On Business Models & Incentives
We’ve been discussing ethics & responsibility in IoT specifically, and business more generally, a lot lately. This seems more relevant than ever today, simply because we see so…
Is Apple building a car?
Full disclosure up front: I have worked with automotive companies and suppliers, and with Google, in some minor roles. I hold no stock of Apple or any automotive…
ThingsCon Update: We have a program
Good news! I’m excited to say that we more or less have a program for ThingsCon. I’m mostly copying & pasting this from the current program page,…
It’s time to take a fresh look at THINGS
We’re organizing Things, an independent two day event about the future of hardware and the hardware business. This is why, and what we’re planning. Basic info Date:…
Collaborate on a trust-only basis, or why it’s a good idea to go against traditional business wisdom
I wrote a little thing on the role of trust-based collaborations (as opposed to setting up formal organizations and getting the lawyers involved at or even before the…
Merging book stores & ebooks
I love bookstores. I love them for their curation. I particularly love how smaller bookstores have a fantastic selection. However, I have a dark secret — I almost…