The Shirky Principle declares that complex solutions, like a company, or an industry, can become so dedicated to the problem they are the solution to, that often they inadvertently perpetuate the problem.

Egalitarianism is possible only in small social systems. Once a medium gets past a certain size fame is a forced move.

Algorithms don't do a good job of detecting their own flaws.

It’s not information overload. It’s filter failure.

Curation comes up when people realize that it isn’t just about information seeking, it’s also about synchronizing a community.

How we put our collective talents to work is a social issue, not solely a personal one.

Society is not just the product of its individual members; it is also the product of its constituent groups.