Speed and scale are hallmarks of thisTechnology, which makes sharing and participation fast and easy, also empowers people who will create the new economy of the future. This talks gives examples of technology platforms that invite end-user contributions.
8. People-Powered Are people being taken advantage of? Does everything have to be for free? “The first edition of Apps for Democracy yielded 47 web, & 17 iPhone and Facebook apps in 30 days -- $2 300 000 value to the city at a cost of $50 000.” 8
17. 50 years, 3000 properties in 67 countries 90 years, 3400 hotels in 79 countries 43 years, 4100 hotels in 90 countries 60 years, 4400 hotels in 100 countries 13
51. City like a PICNIC Semi-organized/ad hoc Highly diverse Enjoyed by all income levels Some stuff homemade some store bought some local & artisanal some mass produced ITS THE PEOPLE THAT MAKE IT A SUCCESS
52. Internet + smart phones + openness + platforms for participation empowered people turning complexity into simplicity delivering unique customized livable cities & sustaining economies