The Archive · 2013 — Now
Notes from the practice.
Write to figure out what you actually think. The post is the second draft of a thought you had earlier in the day.
561 essays in the archive · 13 languages · 56 categories
What are the most Critical Global challenges facing humankind in the next 50 -100 years? (part 2)
I explore how automation and AI could displace 75 million jobs by 2022—but what happens to workers at 45 or 55 who can't easily retrain, or entire developing nations?
Read the analysisWhat are the most Critical Global challenges facing humankind in the next 50 -100 years?
I've distilled insights from leading thinkers like Yuval Harari and Bill Gates on humanity's biggest threats—climate change, war, technology, and inequality.
US economy has not worked for the majority of Americans over the past 40 years
While US GDP tripled since 1979, median wages grew just 6%—and for men, they fell 5%. The data reveals a stark disconnect between economic growth and worker prosperity.
The Full Index
Earlier entries
Sort: Newest
"Destined for War: Can America and China Escape Thucydides' Trap?" by Graham Allison - a good read
No. 05Greater ChinaChina 2020: Three alternatives to WeChat for marketers in China
No. 06GeopoliticsYuval Noah Harari and Jared Diamond in conversation in Brazil Nov 2019
No. 07GeopoliticsPrime Minister Lee Hsien Loong speaking at Forbes Global CEO Conference 2019
No. 08LeadershipSteven Pinker and Yuval Noah Harari in conversation
No. 09VietnamVietnam internet economy key facts and trends (update Oct 2019)
No. 10Greater ChinaIt's Games time
No. 11GeopoliticsStanding on your head to feel more optimistic about the US
No. 12book reviewA heart-wrenching and uplifting book by Melinda Gates "Moment of Lift"
Subscribe
Get the next useful note when there is something to say
I write about AI, work, expat life, and building products. Pick the topics you care about, and I'll send the next one when it's worth your time.