Recurrent Patterns

Recurrent Patterns is a venture exploring strategies and insights around leading-edge companies, technology and cultural trends. Vaclav engages with leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, authors and others who can share their perspectives in long-form conversations.

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Where to find the innovation?

Companies are always looking to innovate, but where can they find inspiration and money? The US military is here to help. The fact that you're reading this text proves how successful this can be.

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Why does it always have to be a button?

Microsoft's new 'Copilot Key' promises a so-called keyboard revolution, but it's the startups truly transforming AI search that are catching my eye. In this week's newsletter, I look at the companies that might just set a new recurrent pattern, and leave Microsoft's attempts in their wake.

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Binging on excuses

Microsoft’s CEO took the stand, blaming Google for Bing’s stunted growth. Yet, a closer look at Bing’s history unveils Microsoft’s own muddled vision and missed opportunities. So, does Microsoft truly have a case, or is this just crocodile tears?

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Google on trial

Google vs. DoJ - the high stake drama with allegations of monopolistic practices and anti-competitive tactics. This is the round 1 where both parties will check either other out. The real fight will be with the second lawsuit.

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Personal Web

Somehow, along the way, we forgot what the word 'personal' in the Personal Computer meant.

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Building new products is difficult, even for Google

Google is working extremely hard to stay current and compete on many fronts. For that it has to keep trying and trying and trying to come up with new ideas, test them and either use them or discard them. Either way, there is always a lesson learned.

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The secret is out! Apple is building its own search engine.

Apple won’t be able to compete head-to-head with Google in search overnight. But the fact that it is trying? This is the interesting move, for a company known more for its brilliantly-designed products. Just as interesting is the answer to “why now?”

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