Why American Citizens Must Protect TikTok (For Now) (Tech Strategy – Podcast 159)

In this comprehensive discussion, the focus is laid on why American citizens should protect TikTok. Contrary to popular belief, TikTok is not the major threat to freedom and privacy; the US Censorship Regime is. At present, TikTok plays a crucial role in breaking the censorship monopoly and restoring free speech in Silicon Valley​.

NFX’s 16 Network Effects. Plus, Embedding and Other Small Digital Ideas (Tech Strategy – Podcast 158)

Network effects are a powerful force in the digital world. They can help businesses to grow quickly and to become dominant players in their markets. However, network effects are not the only factor that is important for success in the digital world. Businesses also need to focus on growth and unit economics.

Why Prediction and Machine Learning Are Not Competitive Advantages Yet (Tech Strategy – Podcast 157)

In this thought-provoking discussion, Jeffrey Towson analyzes the impact of machine learning and prediction on businesses. He questions whether these capabilities can truly serve as competitive advantages or if they merely pass value onto customers, maintaining business as usual. Although he concludes that these technologies do not provide a competitive edge yet, they indeed bring about significant changes to business operations and strategies​1.

TikTok, WeChat and the Need for an American Vision for Shaping Digital Information Flows.

A few years ago, I went to the WeChat Open Talk meeting in Guangzhou and founder Allen Zhang (see photo) gave a talk that really stuck with me. He talked about about the powerful role of information flows in society and life. And how the digitization of these information flows has created a situation where […]

Dingdong, Grab and the Struggle for Profits in Ecommerce Services (Tech Strategy – Podcast 156)

In this comprehensive analysis, Jeff Towson delves into the ongoing struggle for profitability faced by leading eCommerce companies such as Grab, Dingdong, Meituan, Didi, GoJek, and iFood. Highlighting recent business model shifts, he discusses the newfound strategies these companies have adopted to strive for profitability. A major focus is placed on the crucial concept of geographic density, underlining its role as a significant type of economies of scale in the eCommerce industry.

Peter Zeihan and Why the “China Will Collapse” Narrative Is Soooo Stupid (Tech Strategy – Podcast 155)

China’s economy is facing a number of challenges, including an aging population, rising labor costs, and a slowdown in productivity growth. However, the country is also making progress on a number of fronts, such as investing in new technologies and expanding its global trade network. It remains to be seen whether China will be able to overcome these challenges and maintain its economic growth in the years to come.

A Visit to Oriental DreamWorks – and the Important Rise of Creative China (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)

During my visit to Oriental DreamWorks, I was captivated by the vibrant energy and innovation in China’s animation sector. The country’s animation boom is not just a trend, but a reflection of cultural shifts, technological advancements, and a growing global appetite for Chinese storytelling.

Monster Energy and The Secrets to CPG Success in Digital Strategy (Tech Strategy – Podcast 154)

Monster Energy is a leading energy drink brand that has successfully used digital technology to build its brand and reach new customers. In this podcast, Jeffrey Towson shares insights on how CPG brands can use digital technology to win in the competitive marketplace.

Generative AI’s 5 Digital Superpowers (Tech Strategy – Podcast 153)

Generative AI is a type of artificial intelligence that can create new content, such as text, images, and music. It has the potential to disrupt many industries, including content creation, product design, customer service, medical diagnosis, and financial trading. Businesses need to be aware of the potential of generative AI and start planning for how it will impact their industries.

How Generative AI Is Going to Disrupt YouTube and TikTok (Tech Strategy – Podcast 152)

Generative AI is a rapidly developing technology that has the potential to disrupt many industries, including the content creation industry. Generative AI can be used to create new content, such as videos, images, and text, that is indistinguishable from human-created content. This means that generative AI could potentially replace human creators on platforms like YouTube and TikTok.