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Why AI Still Falls Short at Understanding Real Users

Came across a tool called Synthetic Users that simulates interviews using AI. It reminded me of a project I ran in 2023 using LLMs to generate proto-personas for my collectors. The tech is fast and can be useful in narrow cases, but it is not a replacement for real people. If you want real insight, you still need to watch real users. This post explores where synthetic interviews help and where they quietly fall apart.

Builder’s Paradise or Artist’s Dilemma?

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Lately, I’ve been reflecting on an ongoing discussion I've been having about Warpcast's direction and its appeal—or lack thereof—to visual artists. What strikes me is that many of the artists leaving aren’t new to crypto culture or Web3. They’re experienced creators, fully immersed in the space, and their departure signals a deeper issue: a misalignment between what Warpcast offers and what these creatives need. The heart of this issue seems to be Warpcast’s developer-heavy culture. The platf...

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Being better doesn't guarantee widespread adoption

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In the world of technology, being the best doesn’t always mean you’ll win. History contains examples where superior tech lost out to more accessible, affordable, or well-marketed alternatives. It’s a phenomenon often called the “Betamax effect,” where the better product gets left behind for reasons that have little to do with its technical merits. Take the classic Betamax vs. VHS battle. Betamax had better video quality, but VHS offered longer recording times and a more aggressive licensing s...

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