Review: Machine, Platform, Crowd by Erik Brynjolfsson & Andrew McAfee is a solid book focused on the digital-powered shift.
There’s no single big idea. Instead, it covers the integration of people, products and platforms, and ties this into the core and the crowd. It’s a good overview of what’s happening and why the changes are taking place.
My friends at Angel Camp visited us today, and we discussed how to invest in startups. One of the best questions was how do you know if a tend is worth investing in or overhyped?
MY ANSWER: Don’t bet on the trend alone. You need to look deeper. You need to analyze what value the startup is creating for their customers. It’s not enough to be using a new technology like AI or blockchain.
The startup must be able to show you exactly how this technology gives them a competitive edge.
Our startup pitch offers startups a free opportunity to pitch their venture for instant inputs from fellow entrepreneurs. Join us to talk about your great product that will change the world!
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The first West Coast edition of Voyager HQ’s Travel Pitch Night will bring together entrepreneurs, corporate partners, and investors from around the world for an inside look at the next generation of travel industry products and services.
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Don’t miss one of my favorite geek events of the year: Silicon Valley Code Camp.
Code Camp is a community event where developers learn from fellow developers. We also have developer related topics that include software branding, legal issues around software as well as other topics developers are interested in hearing about.
Did you hear the latest Elon Musk interview with Joe Rogan? Listen to the tone of his voice. There’s wistful sadness. It’s almost like he’s crying inside.
I feel sorry for the guy. He’s clearly losing it.
It’s not that he smoked pot and broadcast it to the world. It’s the timing–right when everyone is questioning his competency.
Beyond Meat – The Startup that Grossed Me Out!
I just tried the Beyond Meat Burger, which looks and tastes like real meat, but it’s not. It’s vegetarian, and people are raving about it.
I thought I’d love it. I’m looking to eat less meat for both environmental and ethical reasons, and I really wanted to support this startup. But I couldn’t!
Looking to break into the Silicon Valley startup scene? Look no further.
Join Albert’s List and JC Promotions for a startup job fair and networking event, September 15 in Mountain View. With jobs across the board in technology, marketing, finance, engineering, and more, there’s something for everyone.
Meet the Upstart 50. The nation’s leading inventors, innovators, creators, and funders.
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