Techmeme Ride Home (SPC CST) a16z's Future Plans And Audio Spaces With @smc90 and @kyurieff
Jun 26, 2021
Sonal Chokshi, Editor in Chief of a16z, and Kaya Yurieff, technology reporter at The Information, dive into the future of social audio and the launch of FUTURE. They discuss the rapid evolution of social audio platforms and their growing impact on user engagement. Kaya shares insights from her exploration of the creator economy, while Sonal emphasizes the significance of storytelling in tech. Together, they analyze monetization challenges and the necessity for editorial collaboration in shaping the future of media.
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Early Bitcoin Video
- Sonal Chokshi published one of the first videos about Bitcoin in 2011, hosted on SlideShare.
- The video, alongside a highly cited paper, was later removed.
Future.com's Mission
- Future.com aims to provide in-depth educational content about tech, similar to a16z's podcast.
- It focuses on sense-making and explaining the impact of technology on various aspects of life.
Leading vs. Lagging Indicators
- Future.com focuses on leading indicators and emerging tech trends, not just established narratives.
- The platform prioritizes expert voices and in-depth analysis.