In a simple and elegant series of letters written to a hypothetical student, Christopher Hitchens makes an incredibly … Continue reading “Letters to a Young Contrarian is a must read!”

Technological progress continues unabated. The astonishing rate of growth has fueled heated debates about implications on the future … Continue reading “Technology and the Future of Work”

Most of you are not aware that FJ Labs has an apprenticeship program. The program has been fantastic. … Continue reading “Grit, Perseverance, and Happenstance: The Genesis of our Apprenticeship Program”

By Güimar Vaca Sittic and Fabrice Grinda Online marketplaces are fascinating. Matching demand and supply seems mundane, but … Continue reading “The Next Evolution: AI-Powered Marketplaces”

In October 2014, at the end of my Update on the Very Big Downgrade, I explained that the … Continue reading “My Rematerialized Life”

As you know, I am a huge fan of B.V. Larson’s Star Force and Undying Mercenaries series. While … Continue reading “The Old Man’s War Series by John Scalzi is a fantastic space opera”

by Fabrice Grinda and Mike Lloyd Many people have been amazed at the support that Donald Trump has … Continue reading “Donald Trump: The Startup Disrupting the GOP Establishment”

Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari is incredibly ambitious. It covers the history of humanity starting with modern cognition. … Continue reading “Sapiens is the most important book you will read all year!”

I am a fan of Aziz Ansari’s standup comedy routine and his TV show Master of None. Having … Continue reading “Modern Romance is insightful and fun”

I bought an apartment in the Lower East Side in the summer of 2015. The super high occupancy … Continue reading “2015: Adulthood?”

When it comes to computer monitors I have always been of the thought that bigger is better. Given … Continue reading “The Philips BMD4065UC is the computer monitor to get”

Hang around venture capitalists in Silicon Valley and a clear sense of fear pervades the air. The main … Continue reading “Macro perspective: The startup party is far from over!”

It’s that time of the year again, so I am sharing my recommendations for all gadget lovers of … Continue reading “2015 Holiday Gadget Gift Guide”

I was recently interviewed by Alliancy to discuss the world in 2030. I am transcribing it below for … Continue reading “Life in 2030”