What are early adopters, and why are they important? In this episode, we look at Everett Rogers theory of the diffusion of innovation and how new ideas get adopted by a population. Plus, we revisit the sad tale of the HD DVD format. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Diffusion of Innovation Theory

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Both OpenAI and Google dominated the tech news this week with announcements relating to AI, and like it or not it seems like AI is bound to become deeply integrated into our tech in the near future. Plus, Elon Musk tussles with the SEC (again) and two brothers are accused of stealing around 25 million dollars in cryptocurrency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech News: The Future of Search is AI

From always-on DRM to the heartbreak of online games getting shut down, we look at the issues gamers encounter with the live service game model. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Problem With Live Service Games

Recently, Microsoft shut down four video game studios. The industry as a whole has seen major disruption this year. And some worry that a shift toward live service games could be a big part of the problem. What's going on? Part one of two! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Live Service Games Kill the Games Industry?

This week, Microsoft announced that game studios like Austin Arkane and Tango Gameworks are closing their doors. Google and Tesla are both dealing with consequences following layoffs. And OpenAI may have plans in the works to rain on Google's I/O conference parade next week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Diffusion of Innovation Theory

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