Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple and a pioneering figure in personal computing, shares his insights on technology's evolution and impact. He delves into the historical backlash against automobiles, drawing parallels to today's technological fears. Wozniak humorously navigates the idea of a 'cloud continent' and discusses AI's implications for artists. The conversation also touches on the pressing issues of space debris and the need for innovative supply chains in e-commerce, showcasing how creativity drives progress.
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Red Flag Laws
Early car owners had to hire a man to walk ahead of their cars waving red flags.
This was to warn horse riders and prevent horses from being spooked by the cars.
insights INSIGHT
The Cloud Continent
People spend a significant portion of their waking hours online, indicating a migration to a "cloud continent".
This shift is comparable to the discovery of the Americas, potentially leading to new digital nations.
insights INSIGHT
Metaverse Accessibility
The metaverse doesn't require AR/VR; billions access 3D spaces through 2D screens.
Clumsy controls like WASD keys and mouse are sufficient for navigating 3D environments.
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Published in 1992, 'Snow Crash' is a science fiction novel by Neal Stephenson that delves into a future where the United States has fragmented into corporate city-states and the internet has evolved into a virtual reality called the Metaverse. The story follows Hiro Protagonist, a pizza delivery driver and part-time hacker, and Y.T., a teenage skateboard courier, as they navigate a complex world threatened by a mysterious computer virus and a powerful drug known as Snow Crash. The novel explores themes of history, linguistics, anthropology, and computer science, and is noted for its prescient vision of the metaverse and its influence on Silicon Valley innovators[2][3][5].
Cryptonomicon
Neal Stephenson
Cryptonomicon, a historical fiction novel by Neal Stephenson, follows the intertwined stories of two groups of people separated by time: one during World War II and the other in the present day. The novel explores themes of cryptography, technology, and the nature of war. Stephenson's intricate world-building creates a unique and immersive experience for the reader. The novel's complex plot unfolds through a series of interconnected events, weaving together personal stories with grand historical events. Cryptonomicon is a challenging but rewarding read for those interested in intellectual exploration and intricate storytelling.
We’ve had some incredible guests join us on the a16z podcast this year, ranging from moonshot entrepreneurs, to top creators, to some of the most forward thinking technologists – all of which are busy shaping the future right before our eyes…
We have so much more in store for 2023 and cannot wait for you to see who we bring on as guests. But before we turn the page, we wanted to recap some of the most interesting, thought-provoking segments from our 2022 roster. Here are 8 of our favorite clips, covering topics from AI to space to the metaverse… and beyond.
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