Summary The Second Machine Age: Work, Progress, and Prosperity in a Time of Brilliant Technologies by Erik Brynjolfsson and Andrew McAfee attempts to classify the current incredible breakthroughs we are seeing in the technology industry as a second machine age. The first machine age, the Industrial Revolution, “allowed us to overcome the limitations of muscle … Continue reading Book Summary: The Second Machine Age
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Age of Context: Mobile, Sensors, Data and the Future of Privacy
After waking up, you walk over to the shower. It is already running and at your preferred temperature (P. 173). After you dress in one of the outfits suggested to you by your closet according to the weather, you walk out of your house (P. 174). The door locks automatically behind you as it recognizes … Continue reading Age of Context: Mobile, Sensors, Data and the Future of Privacy
Cloud Computing 101
The rise of cloud computing has reshaped jobs and businesses for the past decade, yet Forbes reported that over 80% of American had no idea what it was, with nearly 30% thinking it had to do with the weather. My goal with this blog post is to hopefully give everyone a better understanding of what … Continue reading Cloud Computing 101
Blockchain Applications in the Real World
When you think of blockchain, what first comes to mind? Many of us immediately think-- Bitcoin. While blockchain technology is at the core of Bitcoin transactions, blockchain has many other applications. In this blog post, I will explore some of the uses of blockchain that I found most interesting and exciting. If you are eager … Continue reading Blockchain Applications in the Real World
Elon Musk: Ushering Humanity into the Future
“I could go and buy one of the islands in the Bahamas and turn it into my personal fiefdom, but I am much more interested in trying to build and create a new company.” Why Elon Musk? Arguably the greatest visionary of our time, Elon Musk is a real-life Iron Man (Tony Stark’s … Continue reading Elon Musk: Ushering Humanity into the Future
The Rise of the “No-Collar” Class
Our class discussions of self-driving cars, virtual reality in the classroom, and increased automation had me thinking— What does all of this mean for us? If human capital is considered the most important asset companies need to grow and innovate, then why are robots taking our jobs? In this blog post, I will discuss the … Continue reading The Rise of the “No-Collar” Class
Shopping Showdown: The Battle for E-Commerce
Game Predictions One week left until Super Bowl LII and loyal fans are getting ready for a nail-biter. However, behind the scenes there are two more teams pining to get the attention of the fans. 2 of the US retail industry leaders are fighting it out to see who will reign supreme in the hearts, … Continue reading Shopping Showdown: The Battle for E-Commerce
