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Economics in the Internet of Things

The Internet of Things (IoT) is the future of technology, but also represents some interesting economic phenomena not-so-frequently seen. 

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PostedMay 7, 2015
AuthorIsabel Munson
Categories30-60, change, Tech, IoT, Future
Tagsinternet of things, natural monopoly, path dependence, first mover advantage, fixed income, IoT, connected cities, economics of IoT
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The Economics of Being Basic

What's the economic explanation behind the rise of the term "basic"? Is this a new phenomenon, or merely a quality of human nature evident due to economic and technical changes? 

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PostedFebruary 2, 2015
AuthorIsabel Munson
Categories30-60, Food For Thought, Long-Form, History, change
Tagseconomics, basic, basic people, technological changes
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