Since 2008, I have had a mild obsession with a South African media company called Naspers. They are most known for being a very early investor in Tencent. In 2001, they bought a 46.5% stake for $32 million. 18 years later, it was worth $133 billion. It is likely one of the best investments of all time. But success can be a double edged sword. This remarkable investment led to a meteoric rise of Naspers […]
Friends, I’d like to thank you for reading this newly launched newsletter. I hope you’ve found a few things of interest, and the odd unexpected delight too. I also want to send over some holiday recommendations since this is a time to relax and catch up on things. Thank you for coming with me this far. Happy Holidays, Björn Things I’ve written in 2019 Some of this may be a repeat, but here are the […]
Today, Disney+ launches in the US. It’s the latest entrant to the streaming wars, but hardly the last one. The video streaming market is also changing as new alliances form between media companies and telcos. Huge acquisitions and partnerships have been announced. This is a familiar story. In my latest analysis piece, I make the case that it is in fact a loop that most telcos are stuck in. I hope you like it. Björn […]
I was recently in Copenhagen to speak at Techfestival. I was invited to present my thoughts on kids and screens – a topic which seems ever present. Those who know me, know I like a good rant. But this cause required something different – nuance and context. So I wrote a proper speech, for the first time in my life. I hope you like it. Björn Things I’ve written (or said) In defense of screen […]
I just published the third and final part in my series on the kids app market. It’s a wish list of what I’d like to see for the market to improve. Complaining is easy – and I do this frequently – but this is an attempt to be constructive. Also in the newsletter: three interesting data points, and two great podcast episodes. Scroll down to find it all. Björn PS – If you have any feedback […]
I received so much positive feedback on my overview of the Kids App Market. I have already written a follow up, and will finish the series with a wish list of how I hope the market will develop. And now for something completely different. Today, I have selected three contemporary phenomena. They all represent a snapshot of where we are right now, in their own unique way. Lots to think about and learn from here. […]
How do you take on a market where the user isn’t your customer? A market that overlaps and competes with four major industries, but doesn’t belong to any of them? These are questions that I’ve tried to answer in my latest blog post. It’s an analysis of the kids app market, but is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in building businesses. Also included: some cultural highlights for the weekend. Enjoy! Björn Things I have […]
One of the best parts of my job is that I get to consume a wide range of media. From pop culture to politics to technology. These are some of the more interesting pieces I have come across lately. Both things to learn from, and to enjoy. Take a look below and click on something that sounds interesting! Björn Things I have written Two Types of Strategy Tax Following up on the concept of a […]
Things I have written The Strategy Tax The hidden cost of the status quo. I suggest leaving budgets behind and adopting a new steering mechanism for innovation. Startups and Unions Breaking the ultimate Silicon Valley taboo, I give three reasons why having a unionized workforce can be good for startups. Three acquisition predictions I predict that Unity, MPI (Schibsted), and Zoom will all be acquired prior to their IPOs. Here’s who will buy them, and […]
