Story map
Read this like a founder: problem, early product, first customers, then the moments that changed everything.
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Impact
Every product creates value, and every decision has a trade-off. Good founders stay honest about both.
Positive
- +Helped shape virtual reality and public debate about humane technology.
Trade-offs
- ±Strong critiques can understate the support and community some users find online.
What to remember
If you had to explain this story to a friend, what would you want them to remember?
- Look for the incentive behind a feature.
- Notice when approval signals change behaviour.
- Keep responsibility for what you post.
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Sources & further reading
- Microsoft Research, Jaron Lanier - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/people/jalani/
- TED, Jaron Lanier - https://www.ted.com/speakers/jaron_lanier