In this video, I explore a few practical changes we could see in the short to mid-term following these unusual times. You might think viral self-testing in smartphones seems far fetched? It’s worth noting that Sharp introduced Geiger counters in their ‘Pantone‘ range of phones following the Tohuku earthquake in 2011. What changes do you […]
In this short video, I offer NO advice whatsoever. It’s purely a collection of ideas i’ve had about how the situation could move us forward. Optimistic, yes. Naive, maybe. But – why not aim for something better than doom-saying! It’s the beginning of a short content series about ‘Black Swan‘ events – what they are, […]
I’ve spent a fair amount of time this week developing new writing and ideas for the forthcoming ‘Roaring 2020’s’ book mentioned here a short while ago. As I dig further into technological shifts and the resulting social changes, it’s more apparent than ever that the work of Piers Thurston and other ‘Inside-Out’ practitioners is essential […]
My new book is on the way! It’s called ‘The Roaring 2020s: A Guide to thriving in a decade that’s changing faster than you think!‘ (Does anyone get the James Cagney reference in the title?) 🙂 This one is as broad-ranging as the ‘Future is Now‘, but hopes to offer the best advice I can […]
One of the macro-trends driving a dramatic shift in lifestyle towards 2025 is the growth of the ‘Access Economy‘. Goods and services are rented temporarily rather than being sold permanently. Younger generations especially recognise the merits of owning less, yet having access to more products and services than ever before. From the green-conscious user’s perspective, […]
Since the late 1990s, the Internet Connected Fridge has symbolised the beginning of Smart Homes. While ridiculed for its impracticality and expense, it popularised the idea of connected devices within our homes. The current definition of a Smart home is ‘a home equipped with lighting, heating, and electronic devices that can be controlled remotely by smartphone or computer.‘ You’ll […]
Synthetic biology involves the engineering and design of biological systems with a practical purpose in mind. Another way of describing it is the creation of biological machinery. To accomplish it successfully, it requires a multidisciplinary and integrative approach. This includes the disciplines of biology, computer science, engineering, genetics and medicine. Much of it is an extension of […]
It’s my contention that in the mid-term, we can be more effective in our work and broader lives through a better understanding of how the human mind works. Quite innocently, we assume that the mind works like a camera, drawing input from the senses (sight, hearing, smell, touch and taste) or an input which we […]
While putting together the ‘Rediscovering our Humanity‘ presentation for TechXLR8, it occurred to me some participants might find a set of definitions around ‘Learned’ and ‘Intuitive’ mind helpful. They are based on my interpretation and are loaded ideas which I recognise others may think differently about: Learned Mind Conceptualisation: Structuring our understanding of the world. […]
Following last month’s release of ‘The Future is Now‘ on paperback/kindle, i’m pleased to announce a third ‘hybrid book‘ format. It’s not for sale, but is available to people expressing serious interest in working with me. You’ll find 16 videos built into the inside front cover. They feature a roster of world-class experts being interviewed […]
