The text describes the experiences of growing up in Moscow, specifically in a family of eight living in a small apartment. It mentions the impact of the fall of the Berlin Wall and the routine of unpacking and preparing buckwheat kernels. The narrative shifts to discussing the concept of inequalities extending from the past into the future, and the financial fate of individuals. It highlights the rule of older generations and big corporations in the United States. The text then introduces the Liberman brothers, entrepreneurs who have worked on various projects and have connections with influential people. It concludes by mentioning their success in helping turn around Snapchat’s user growth with their innovative ideas.
| Signal | Change | 10y horizon | Driving force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inequalities extend longitudinally into the future | More equal distribution of wealth | People draw on lifetime wealth | Desire for more equitable distribution of wealth |
| Liberman brothers shape the tech world | Rising techie class influencing change | Technology and ideas shaped by them | Desire to chase and shape the future |
| Libermans’ journey of failures and successes | Financial success from failures | Continued pursuit of innovation | Persistence and adaptability in the tech world |
| Libermans’ insight turns around Snapchat | Increased user base and stock price | Continued success and growth for Snap | Identifying and solving problems in technology |