Platforms, Interoperability And Standardisation
Every tech company dreams of building a platform—a central hub where all transactions happen and a wide array of
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The Power of Momentum
Regardless of what you're building, the power of continuous forward motion becomes evident quickly. It sometimes feels counterintuitive,
The Timelessness of Quality
Quality is timeless.
This simple idea cuts through the noise of our fast-paced, ever-changing world. We live in an age
Outcomes Over Outputs
When building a product, it’s easy to get caught up in the rush of developing new features and pushing
What Problem Does Your Product Actually Solve?
I saw a tweet doing the rounds on Twitter (sorry, never referring to it as X) that linked to an
Craft & Detail
Craft is the cornerstone of all exceptional products.
It's more than mere execution; it's an ethos,
Writing
What Is This Blog?
I love writing. However, I’m not sure it loves me back. Depending on the rotation of the sun, my
Compasses vs Maps: Why Banks Struggle with Innovation
When it comes to innovation, banks crave certainty. The language of boardrooms and executive suites is awash with talk of
Disposable Apps: Digital Toothpicks for Every Task
AI is flipping the script on how we create and use software. Forget app stores and coding boot camps. Now,
Writing Plainly
As you write more, there's a subtle trap waiting to ensnare you: the allure of complexity. You might
Writing as a Tool for Clarity and Connection
One of the most underrated habits for founders and creators is consistent writing. Many make the mistake of thinking that
Fintech
Compasses vs Maps: Why Banks Struggle with Innovation
When it comes to innovation, banks crave certainty. The language of boardrooms and executive suites is awash with talk of
Generational Companies Don't Take TAM; They Create It
Generational companies don't just capture existing markets; they create new ones. Stripe is a perfect example. When Patrick
What Most People Get Wrong About BNPL
If you were to summarise most news coverage of the BNPL sector, it would basically round to “it’s making kids buy more stuff they don’t need and driving them into debt.”
Fintech Radar: A New Place For My Thoughts On The Fintech Industry
Well, it was sort of inevitable, I suppose. But I've started a Substack newsletter, and it'll
Do We Need Banks?
“Banking is necessary; banks are not.” - Bill Gates
Australian banks are under more pressure than ever before. The regulatory
