Episode 195 — Technological Revolutions
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69 min
Read time
2 min
Topics
Software Development, Crypto & Web3, Science & Discovery
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What It Covers
Ben Thompson and James Allworth analyze whether the tech industry has reached technological maturity using Carlota Perez's revolution framework, examining crypto as potential next paradigm.
Notable Moment
Thompson argues the tech industry feels less compelling to analyze because major companies have established their kingdoms with defined borders, making strategic outcomes more predictable than during earlier competitive periods.
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