Eager to peek into the future of technology in e-commerce? Join us as we, along with Salesforce Evangelist Josh Bir, dissect the evolution of the digital content economy, starting from the humble beginnings of Ajax to the mind-boggling growth of esports and much more.

We explore how the content economy has enabled people to monetize their hobbies and how influencers are becoming an integral part of brands, with Twitch being a prime example. As we discuss the future of tech in e-commerce, we envision a convergence of AI and AR technology. We also go into the intriguing possibilities of dream-reading and therapeutic tech loops. Will we be recording our conversations on sunglasses in the next five years? 

Hear what Josh and I have to predict about this thrilling future. 

Show Highlights:

• The rise and impact of digital goods, with an in-depth look at YouTube's influence on market trends.

• The shift in paradigm where social media users have become the consumable product.

• The growth and future of the content economy, including the rise of e-sports and platforms like Counter-Strike.

• The potential for tech such as brain scan interpretation, dream-reading, and recording conversations on sunglasses.

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