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“Twitter is great and it's glorious and it's easy, but if somebody comes up with something kind of like Twitter tomorrow, that's better or smarter or more useful, in three weeks time, Twitter could more or less be history because that's how fast things go.” quote by Neil Gaiman
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“Twitter is great and it's glorious and it's easy, but if somebody comes up with something kind of like Twitter tomorrow, that's better or smarter or more useful, in three weeks time, Twitter could more or less be history because that's how fast things go.”

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Guardian, 2015

Rapid tech cycles can render dominant platforms obsolete quickly if newer, smarter alternatives appear.

In simple terms: Fast change can make today’s leaders obsolete.

Key Takeaway

Innovate continuously to stay relevant.

Themes

technology competition innovation

Mood

urgent analytical

Type

strategic observational

When to use this quote

  • startup launches
  • product pivots
  • market analysis
  • strategic planning

Key Concepts

disruption network effects platform dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can a platform maintain relevance amid rapid competition?
  • What strategies protect against being overtaken?
A Different Perspective

Even with speed, brand loyalty and ecosystem lock‑in can delay decline.

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