The world is moving faster than ever. For anyone in technology and product, understanding the shifts in tech, finance, AI, and geopolitics is crucial for making informed decisions. A well-curated "information diet" helps filter the noise and focus on what truly matters. Here’s a breakdown of my go-to sources.
Technology & Product Strategy
For the day-to-day pulse of the tech industry, I rely on a mix of high-level analysis and deep dives from newsletters and podcasts.
- TLDR (Tech & AI): My first read of the day. It provides byte-sized, unbiased summaries of the biggest news in tech and AI.
- Lenny's Podcast & Newsletter: Essential for anyone in product. It provides tactical advice on product growth, strategy, and management from industry leaders.
- Product Thinking Podcast with Melissa Perri: Offers sharp insights into the strategy and organizational challenges of building great products.
AI Developments
AI is evolving at a breakneck pace. My goal is to separate the signal from the hype.
- MIT Technology Review: Provides well-researched, in-depth articles on the implications of new AI research and its societal impact.
- TLDR AI Newsletter: A dedicated daily summary that covers everything from new model releases to interesting new applications.
Finance & Economics
Understanding the macroeconomic landscape is critical for any business leader. These sources provide a global perspective.
- Wall Street Journal & Financial Times: My primary sources for in-depth reporting on global markets, economic policy, and corporate finance.
- Bloomberg: My go-to for real-time market data and breaking financial news.
Global Affairs & Politics
Technology doesn't exist in a vacuum. Geopolitical events have a direct impact on supply chains, market access, and strategy.
- The New York Times: Provides high-quality, comprehensive coverage of US and international news.
- The Economist: Offers a global view on politics and business with a focus on sharp, analytical weekly summaries.