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Whuffie

“Tara defines Whuffie as: the store of social capital that is the currency of the digital world. In short, it’s the secret sauce of Web 2.0 companies who have learned to cultivate and work with their communities to create a successful online business.”

Posted on May 8th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Facebook Apps vs. Facebook Ads

“Why ad budgets are better spent on Facebook apps then Facebook itself”

Posted on May 6th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Twisney

“Virtual Earth, Twitter and Flickr all based on Disney Parks in Orlando.”

Posted on May 6th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

GTA IV

Walter loves GTA IV.

Posted on May 5th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Nike+ Interview

“…a great interview posted with the head of Nike+, Michael Tchao. Nike continues to set the bar with their use of branded utilities and social media to support their customers.”

Posted on May 5th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Sound familiar?

“A young kid growing up in an oppressive family situation suddenly learns that he is one of a special class of children with special abilities, who are to be educated in a remote training facility where student life is dominated by an intense game played by teams flying in midair, at which this kid turns out to be exceptionally talented and a natural leader. He trains other kids in unauthorized extra sessions, which enrages his enemies, who attack him with the intention of killing him; but he is protected by his loyal, brilliant friends and gains strength from the love of some of his family members. He is given special guidance by an older man of legendary accomplishments who previously kept the enemy at bay. He goes on to become the crucial figure in a struggle against an unseen enemy who threatens the whole world.”

Posted on May 5th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Money vs. Free Time

“Americans value free time over money.”

Posted on May 3rd, 2008 in Interesting, They're Beautiful! — No Comments »

Our idea of success is all messed up

“There’s glory, money and fame to be made in California but the problem is that only a tiny percentage of web apps will ever find it.”

Posted on April 28th, 2008 in Interesting, Uncategorized — No Comments »

Does She Look Like a Music Pirate?

“…this woman is behind a fierce assault on the music industry and its tactics for combating music piracy on the Internet.”

Posted on April 28th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

The Jonathan Coultons of Gaming

“One of the most jarring and frustrating differences I’ve seen between the web and gaming worlds is the dominance of middle-men: publishers and platforms trying to control the distribution of games. In the web industry, there’s nobody controlling distribution and I don’t need anyone’s authorization to launch a new project. But the gaming industry is dominated by gatekeepers.”

Posted on April 28th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Hobbit Director Chosen

“In a major step forward on ‘The Hobbit,’ Guillermo del Toro has signed on to direct the New Line-MGM tentpole and its sequel.”

Posted on April 25th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Online Fantasy and Real Money in Fishing

“FLW Fantasy Fishing has gained a quick following in the cluttered world of online fantasy sports by offering $1 million to anyone who can put together the best team of professional anglers in coming months.” [thx Dave]

Posted on April 25th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Lego Ads

Excellent Lego ads. They look to me like something an agency might do for a vodka brand.

Posted on April 25th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Working LEGO Mousetrap

“Jason Allemann unveils a working brick-built mousetrap that actually caught two mice.”

Posted on April 25th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Lego minifigs unpacking an iPhone.

Lego minifigs unpacking an iPhone.

Posted on April 24th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

The Company that Bejeweled Built

“We had tried to sell it for $60,000. Thank God, no one bought it.”

Posted on April 23rd, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Takashi Murakami

“Murakami Tells io9 About His Secret Love For J.J. Abrams”

Posted on April 23rd, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

On Complacency and Success

“Steve Jobs hired him, says Bird, because after three successes (Toy Story, A Bug’s Life, and Toy Story 2) he was worried Pixar might struggle to stay innovative. Jobs told him: ‘The only thing we’re afraid of is complacency—feeling like we have it all figured out.’”

Posted on April 17th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Gorgeous Flash Piece

I have no idea what you do here, but it’s worth the long load time just to look at it.

Posted on April 17th, 2008 in Interesting — 1 Comment »

Architectural Dumping Ground

It’s just my opinion but I think Seattle (our home) is where modern architects come to do their worst work. Philadelphia looks like they’re having better luck.

Posted on April 17th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Why Superman Sucks [I don't agree.]

“Batman is a detective, a scientist, a master of disguise, and a martial arts expert; Superman is a burly asshole in a red cape with big muscles.”

Posted on April 15th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Invitastic anyone?

“Barry Diller is wrecking parties. I may never be invited anywhere ever again, but I must speak out against Evite, his company, for stamping a hideous brand on hospitality.” [thx Chas]

Posted on April 15th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Indie film leap forward?

“If it performs as advertised, the Scarlet will be a camera that a skilled filmmaker won’t have to make a single excuse for when it comes time to show his or her work on the big screen. At a price point similar to cameras that are current popular choices for independent filmmakers, Scarlet represents a quantum leap in capability that is well within reach. Scarlet captures images in extremely high resolution, approaching ranges that Hollywood films are mastered in. That coupled with it’s other key features (slo motion capable, interchangeable lenses) will make REDs’ Scarlet THE camera.”

Posted on April 15th, 2008 in Interesting — 1 Comment »

Bejeweled Proposal

“Bernie Peng reprogrammed Tammy Li’s favorite video game, “Bejeweled,” so a ring and a marriage proposal would show up on the screen when she reached a certain score.” [thx Mom]

Posted on April 15th, 2008 in Interesting — 1 Comment »

Just being interactive doesn’t make them necessarily useful or interesting.

Posted on April 10th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

“We Need A New Path To Liquidity”

Posted on April 10th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

“It was naïve for H&M and Zara to imagine that cheap clothes could be hyperfashionable – more fashionable than couture - or so the Gap thought.”

Posted on April 10th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Frozen in Grand Central Station. [thx M-A]

Posted on April 9th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

“Free Music Encourages Sales, Says Last.fm”

Posted on April 9th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

Large Lego-like LED lit blocks that can display tons of colors and be used to build large structures. I want to buy these, not rent them.

Posted on April 9th, 2008 in Interesting — No Comments »

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