Why we play Moneyball rather than Powerball

Ottobre 15, 2013    ·    6 min read

I was reading The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande which shows the efficacy of checklists in complex situations. … Leggi tutto “Why we play Moneyball rather than Powerball”

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The cure for hubris

Settembre 19, 2013   ·  3 min read

As a species and as individuals we are often shockingly arrogant. We believe, or want to believe, that … Leggi tutto “The cure for hubris”

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Delusional optimism can go a long way!

Settembre 6, 2013   ·  < 1 min read

As I have repeatedly observed both as an entrepreneur and angel investor if you believe in something strongly … Leggi tutto “Delusional optimism can go a long way!”

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No Limits to Growth

Settembre 4, 2013   ·  < 1 min read

Over the course of the last few years I resolved the cognitive dissonance between my short term pessimism … Leggi tutto “No Limits to Growth”

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Absolute must read for all entrepreneurs!

Agosto 28, 2013   ·  < 1 min read

James Altucher just published on Techcrunch a 100 point FAQ on starting an Internet business. It’s straight to … Leggi tutto “Absolute must read for all entrepreneurs!”

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The end of an era!

Agosto 16, 2013   ·  2 min read

PC World just exited the print market, marking the exit of the last general-interest PC magazine. I am … Leggi tutto “The end of an era!”

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How to live

Agosto 11, 2013   ·  3 min read

By Otilia Aionesei When I think about sixteen-century European writers, I think of a heavily ornamented writing style … Leggi tutto “How to live”

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Fun interview in Le Monde

Luglio 30, 2013   ·  < 1 min read

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Benoit Hopquin from Le Monde last June while I was … Leggi tutto “Fun interview in Le Monde”

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Great Steve Jobs Quote

Luglio 27, 2013   ·  < 1 min read

“When you grow up you tend to get told the world is the way it is and your … Leggi tutto “Great Steve Jobs Quote”

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How to launch your startup

Luglio 18, 2013   ·  2 min read

Paul Graham just published yet another must read blog post. This one is entitled Do Things that Don’t … Leggi tutto “How to launch your startup”

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Let’s reinvent PC gaming!

Luglio 15, 2013   ·  3 min read

In addition to the decline of PC gaming described in my previous blog post (The Rise and Fall … Leggi tutto “Let’s reinvent PC gaming!”

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The Rise and Fall of PC Gaming

Luglio 11, 2013   ·  4 min read

It has been interesting, and a bit sad, to observe the rise and fall of PC gaming. Ever … Leggi tutto “The Rise and Fall of PC Gaming”

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Why does the world exist is a thoughtful and compelling read

Luglio 4, 2013   ·  < 1 min read

Jim Holt deftly tackles one of most profound questions in philosophy: “why is there something rather than nothing?” … Leggi tutto “Why does the world exist is a thoughtful and compelling read”

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3D Printing will change the world

Luglio 2, 2013   ·  5 min read

It seems a foregone conclusion that 3D printing will change the world. It’s already revolutionized prototyping, and we’re … Leggi tutto “3D Printing will change the world”

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The Sony Vaio Pro 13 is the best notebook on the market

Giugno 24, 2013   ·  < 1 min read

Sony has finally released a worthy successor to its series Z high end notebook which was extraordinary. The … Leggi tutto “The Sony Vaio Pro 13 is the best notebook on the market”

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