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“Virtually every real breakthrough in technology had a bubble which burst, left a lot of people broke who'd invested in it, but also left the infrastructure for this next golden age, effectively.” quote by Tim O'Reilly
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“Virtually every real breakthrough in technology had a bubble which burst, left a lot of people broke who'd invested in it, but also left the infrastructure for this next golden age, effectively.”

Tim O'Reilly

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Source Interview: Tech Futures Podcast, 2022

Tech breakthroughs often follow bubbles that burst, causing losses but also building future infrastructure.

In simple terms: Bubbles precede lasting tech foundations.

Key Takeaway

Learn from past cycles.

Themes

technology innovation economics

Mood

thoughtful optimistic

Type

historical strategic

When to use this quote

  • startup investing
  • market analysis
  • technology planning

Key Concepts

bubble dynamics infrastructure development

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can investors protect against bubble fallout?
  • What infrastructure emerges from failed ventures?
A Different Perspective

Not all bubbles lead to positive outcomes; some cause lasting damage.

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