The Day the Magic Died: What AI Can Learn from Tommy Cooper
When he fell, the audience didn't rush to help. They roared with laughter. They believed the collapse was part of the act.
Cooper had done something extraordinary. He had nurtured a relationship of belief so resilient that even his death was interpreted as a punchline.
Today, the tech industry is attempting a magic trick of its own with Artificial Intelligence. But unlike Cooper, many businesses are failing to nurture the belief required to sustain the performance. Instead of a story that invites us in, many are selling AI as another technology feature.
Peekaboo! How the Erosion of Object Permanence is Undermining Digital Endings.
What was once a helpful metaphor for interaction design—centred on object permanence and ownership—has become muddled by cloud computing, social media, and digital relationships. Questions like "What is where?" and "How do I delete it?" have become increasingly difficult to answer.
How Fast is Your Circle? Learning from Lean Development
Conventional wisdom suggests making products last longer is always better. While longevity is valuable, learning fast is equally important. Testing circularity in industries with high turnover can provide insights that benefit slower-moving sectors.