Technology Disruptions to Track
Current Waves (2024-2026): - Generative AI applications - Blockchain beyond crypto - Extended Reality (AR/VR/MR) - Quantum computing applications - Synthetic biology
Questions to Ask: - How will this change my industry? - What new roles will emerge? - What skills will become obsolete? - Where's the value creation? - Who are the early movers?
Business Model Disruptions
Emerging Patterns: - Subscription everything - Creator economy expansion - Fractional executive roles - DAO organizational structures - Outcome-based pricing
Positioning Opportunities: - Traditional role + new model expertise - Bridge between old and new - Transformation consultant - Implementation specialist
Regulatory Disruptions
Monitoring Areas: - Data privacy regulations - AI governance frameworks - Sustainability requirements - Remote work legislation - Gig economy rules
Daniel's Missed Signals: - GDPR changing marketing (ignored) - iOS privacy destroying tracking (dismissed) - Cookie deprecation (too late) - AI content regulations (unprepared)