Om Malik

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(I wrote this last night) On the eve of our Independence Day, I can’t help but think of our current political challenges. It doesn’t matter which side of the political aisle you walk. After all, the reality of our collective future doesn’t change, one way or the other. The challenges facing our society, economy and country don’t change with political affiliation. If not this decade, then soon there after, we will be heading into an unknown technological future. I’m not sure anyone knows if the current architecture of our social norms, rules and regulations is likely to survive a future where we humans have to coexist with what you can colloquially call aware machines. What happens when the core norms of current economic systems are eroded because fewer humans are needed for production? Is it time for a post-capitalist economic ideology?

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All Red & Nowhere To Go!

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The serendipity is what makes my now hometown so special. In San Francisco, technologies, new ideas, and people collide randomly in the oddest of places, at the oddest of times. Much of this has to do with the density of techies. In a way, that in itself is a self-fulling destiny. During the pandemic, this randomness disappeared, making the place less vibrant than usual. For me, San Francisco will always be more than just a city. Despite our dysfunctional government and corrupt politics, I love being here. You run into new ideas simply by walking in the park. https://om.co/2024/06/26/a-poetic-ai-camera/

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Why are so many of my friends down with Covid right now? Feels like SF is having a bit of an outbreak. 😷

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Some notable bits I gathered in my internet travels. Think of these as my field notes! Plus, three amazing long reads about the self-checkout disaster, why perpetual recycling of plastic is nonsense, and what went wrong at the Lambda School. Also, the joy of using Dot & Spiral. https://om.co/2024/06/23/weekend-edition-field-notes-june-23-2024/

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Congrats @v @dwr.eth

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Congratulations Farcaster community for an amazing Farcon. I enjoyed it from afar - and I am even more excited for all of you today than I was last week. Great work everyone. And thank you!

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Tech’s past tells us that the future doesn't unfold along a predetermined timeline. Despite the rocky starts of Humane’s AI Pin & Rabbit’s R1 device, we're heading to a promising era where invisible information interfaces become as commonplace as screens. https://buff.ly/49Z36LB

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Cars, flying cars, climate change, and what’s the deal with titanium — these are some long form reads that are worth your time (and attention). I read them over the weekend. https://om.co/2024/04/21/what-i-read-this-weekend/

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Friday night lights! #sfgiantd

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The Humane vs Media psychodrama is interesting. As an ex-media guy I can see where media folks are coming from. As a founder & ex-VC I can see where the builders are coming from. Reality is in the middle somewhere. I have my own theory -- but sadly it is too nuanced for social media. What are your thoughts?

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Algorithms feed content, not creativity. How has the campaign for clicks drowned true artistry amidst the noise? My latest article delves into how algorithm-reigned platforms are diluting the creators and their creative output. https://buff.ly/3vy0TZH

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Cartoons are the best memes.

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What a fun morning chat with @nonlinear.eth thank you for dropping truth bombs!

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With @EU going after US Big Tech, the real question is can/will they go after China Inc. I mean, some of them are just doing "funky" things. New Post. https://om.co/2024/03/25/can-eu-be-tough-on-china-inc/

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I am a bit late, but after following the money, here are some thoughts on Microsoft’s non-acquisition of Inflection AI and why certain questions haven’t been asked. https://om.co/2024/03/22/microsofts-brazen-ai-inflection/

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While my blog is about technology, I wanted to share some of the articles, videos, and other stuff I enjoyed during this past week! Including a great piece about Ohtani Gambling Scandal and recollections of Prince’s personal photographer. https://om.co/2024/03/24/weekend-leftovers-good-reads-more/

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Ever want to know how inefficient a bureaucracy can be, look no further than this law suit from Doh-j — it has taken 5 years or so. And this is the best they can do. This is our tax dollars at work.

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All right people can you share some new apps you “love” in Vision Pro? Or want me to try? I am pretty keen on writing about the new new stuff:)

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It is only Thursday and I have worn my Vision Pro 40 hours. What is wrong with me? (Or is it why does reality suck?) 😂

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