Our community is fortunate to have so many brilliant, insightful entrepreneurs and creatives and so many of them have front row, ground level seats that allow them to see emerging trends before the so-called experts, industry leaders, etc. We wanted to create a space to connect members of our community where they could share these insights on trends and opportunities they are seeing.

Hong Qiu

One of the biggest trends in the field of User Experience (UX) design in recent years is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with user experience. AI is no longer just a behind-the-scenes algorithm; it is starting to directly influence how users interact with systems and is even redefining the boundaries of user expectations. This trend presents great opportunities but also brings some challenges. Read more>>

Melvin Powell

One of the things I’m noticing is the development of software to be more focused on social engagement. The model in tech now is to get people on an app and keep them on there for as long as possible. Companies are trying to gain more control over our data and monetize our digital behaviors. Long-term my goal is to give power back to the creatives and customers when it comes to monetizing IP and data. Read more>>

Suman Deep

One of the most significant trends I’m observing among major software companies is the growing emphasis on cultivating a data-centric culture. While organizations are inundated with data, they often struggle to extract meaningful insights—an issue commonly referred to as the “Great Data Overload Dilemma.” Today, businesses gather extensive customer data within their IT infrastructures and have been rightly informed that much of this data remains underutilized. This leads executives to believe they possess a treasure trove of information, simply waiting to be tapped. As a result, many CEOs have become quite enthusiastic about approving multimillion-dollar data initiatives, often harboring overly optimistic expectations about their outcomes. However, the journey can be more complex than it initially appears. Read more>>