In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen

Block CEO: Twitter Evolution, Bitcoin and Digital Freedom

Feb 12, 2025

Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter and CEO of Block, dives into the origins and evolution of social media. He emphasizes the need for user agency and advocates for open protocols like Bitcoin to navigate fragmented regulations. Dorsey shares personal experiences with entrepreneurship, highlighting lessons learned from rejection. He also explores transformative meditation practices and offers insights on effective learning strategies across diverse subjects. Tune in for a fascinating look at the intersection of technology, finance, and personal growth.

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Quick takeaways

Jack Dorsey emphasizes the importance of user co-creation in social media, which transformed Twitter into a platform for authentic dialogue and connection.

Dorsey advocates for a decentralized social media future using open protocols to enhance transparency, empower users, and reduce centralized bias.

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The Birth of Twitter from Personal Curiosity

The idea for Twitter originated from Jack Dorsey's childhood fascination with city maps and the movement of people within urban spaces. Dorsey's interest in programming began when he wanted to create visual maps on the computer, which eventually led to a career in dispatching services. After years of exploration and technological advancements, he saw a gap in how people interacted with the world, which inspired him to visualize people's thoughts and actions in real time. This culminated in the birth of Twitter in 2006, originally developed during a hack week at a podcasting company, where Dorsey and a programmer quickly built a prototype that resonated with users.

Intro

3min

The Evolution of Twitter and User Empowerment

21min

The Future of Social Media Protocols

8min

Navigating Fragmented Regulations and the Promise of Bitcoin

11min

The Art of Entrepreneurship: Learning Through Creation and Rejection

4min

Transformative Meditation Insights

4min

Mastering the Art of Learning: Strategies and Focus

2min

The Power of Observation and Mindful Eating

3min

In this episode of In Good Company, Nicolai Tangen sits down with tech pioneer Jack Dorsey to explore the evolution of social media and the future of digital finance. The co-founder of Twitter (now X) and Block shares his insights into how Twitter emerged, why he believes open protocols are crucial for social media's future, and his vision for Bitcoin as the Internet's native currency. Dorsey discusses his entrepreneurial philosophy and the importance of algorithmic choice in technology. What would social media look like if Bitcoin had existed when Twitter started? Tune in for a fascinating discussion where technology, money, and personal development come together.

In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.

The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Sara Arnesen.