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“When caller ID first launched, everyone was up in arms. Everyone felt their privacy was being violated. But you'd be hard-pressed to find someone now who says caller ID is a bad thing.” quote by Randi Zuckerberg
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“When caller ID first launched, everyone was up in arms. Everyone felt their privacy was being violated. But you'd be hard-pressed to find someone now who says caller ID is a bad thing.”

Randi Zuckerberg

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Source Interview: TechCrunch Disrupt, 2012

Initial resistance to new tech often fades as society adapts and benefits become evident.

In simple terms: People fear change, then accept it.

Key Takeaway

Expect resistance, but stay patient with innovation.

Themes

technology privacy social adaptation

Mood

cautious optimistic

Type

technological societal

When to use this quote

  • launch of new apps
  • privacy debates
  • market adoption

Key Concepts

innovation diffusion behavioral economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Will you accept new tools without questioning?
  • How do we balance convenience with privacy?
A Different Perspective

Some technologies may cause lasting harm despite acceptance.

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