đź‘‹ I'm Ken Metral, founder of Cosmico. I'm a serial entrepreneur and passionate technologist. I have 20+ years of experience with degrees in IT, MIS, and an MBA from Florida International University.
Branding
With endless content and digital noise everywhere, building a strong personal brand is no longer optional—it's essential. With 92% of professionals more likely to trust a company whose executives are active on social media, leaders have an unprecedented opportunity to influence, inspire, and amplify their impact. Here
Media
When Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced his company’s decision to ditch its fact-checkers, he reignited a broader cultural debate over the relevance and reliability of legacy media. Zuckerberg's reasoning? Fact-checkers had become “too politically biased” and eroded trust rather than building it. This controversial move is emblematic
In a landmark move for decentralized social media, Mastodon announced its transition to become wholly owned by a European nonprofit organization within the next six months. This shift, intended to align with its core mission of community-driven governance, marks a pivotal step in Mastodon’s evolution as an alternative to
Entrepreneurship
In entrepreneurship, the most transformative successes often come from bold, strategic risks. Playing it safe may feel secure, but it rarely leads to breakthrough achievements. These 5 stories from visionary founders illustrate how calculated risk-taking can lead to extraordinary success—and how their lessons can inspire your own journey. 1.
Decentralization
In a move to transform social media, technology advocates and celebrities have launched Free Our Feeds, a campaign designed to "save social media from billionaire capture." The project aims to raise $30 million over three years to support the development of a decentralized social media ecosystem powered by
Finance
NVIDIA’s meteoric rise has renewed investor interest in the AI chip market, creating opportunities for startups like Blaize, a company founded in 2011 by former Intel engineers. On Tuesday, Blaize is set to go public on the NASDAQ through a SPAC deal, signaling its ambition to carve out a
Startups
The investment arena has grown increasingly competitive, leaving startups navigating uncertain terrain as they seek funding to scale their businesses. While funding levels have rebounded in concentrated sectors like AI, securing capital remains challenging in a volatile economy. Entrepreneurs must adapt and evolve their strategies to thrive in this environment.
Productivity
The concept of early mornings being the most productive time of the day has long been championed by high-achieving individuals. Apple CEO Tim Cook, for instance, starts his day at 3:45 a.m., using the quiet hours before dawn to focus and prepare. While this approach works for some,
Decentralization
Since its inception, the Internet has been a decentralized network of protocols designed to enable global connectivity and innovation. Protocols like TCP/IP, SMTP, DNS, and HTTP have each played crucial roles in shaping the digital arena. However, one critical piece has long been missing—a decentralized content syndication and
E-commerce
Amazon has announced it will discontinue its Prime Try Before You Buy program—a subscription feature allowing members to try clothes, shoes, and accessories at home before purchasing—effective January 31, 2025. The move, confirmed by a notice on Amazon’s website, comes as part of CEO Andy Jassy’s
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence is entering a groundbreaking new phase with the emergence of agentic AI—autonomous systems capable of executing complex tasks independently. Tech giants like Google DeepMind, OpenAI, and Anthropic are racing to enhance large language models (LLMs) with agent capabilities, sparking widespread excitement across Silicon Valley. As Sam Altman,
Business Insights
Shein, the fast-fashion giant known for its ultra-cheap clothing and rapid production cycles, is once again making headlines as it pushes forward with plans for an initial public offering (IPO). The company is targeting the London Stock Exchange (LSE) for its debut, potentially as early as April. This marks a