China’s technological transition to the gig economy in recent years is remarkable by any measurement. In most large Chinese cities cash is obsolete. The Chinese financial system leapfrogged the use of credit cards, and the majority of everyday consumer transactions … Continue reading →

I found this post by Ian Bremmer interesting. If you’re not familiar with Bremmer, he heads up the Eurasia Group, a political risk consultancy.  Ian’s post makes an interesting comparison between the current and past U.S. presidents and their use … Continue reading →

There is a profound disparity in motorized vehicle driving norms around the world. The difference is even more pronounced when observed from a motorcycle. Can the driving customs of a particular country provide insights to interpret societal culture? I leave … Continue reading →