This Machine Kills
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Jan 25, 2025
Ed shares his wild experiences from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, revealing the absurd products that took center stage. The discussion highlights the chasm between flashy technology and real-world utility, especially in industries like insurance. Listeners get insight into the marketing spectacle and how superficial technologies, like humanoid robots, shape public perception. Expect a mix of thrilling commentary on innovation and skepticism about the actual usefulness of these so-called advancements.
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- The disconnect in the insurance industry arises from a technology-first mindset that neglects specific process needs, hindering blockchain integration.
- The consumer electronics market is saturated with gimmicky products that prioritize spectacle over genuine utility, leaving consumers disillusioned.
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Challenges of Blockchain in Insurance
The insurance industry has explored blockchain technology, primarily looking for innovative applications such as improved claims handling and parametric insurance. However, many insurance companies have encountered a significant disconnect between the technology and the actual problems they aim to address. Rather than focusing on specific needs or processes, the industry has often approached blockchain with a technology-first mindset, resulting in a lack of meaningful progress. This leads to a general sentiment of disappointment, as initiatives fail to generate viable use cases that could effectively integrate blockchain into their operations.
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