What is The Cusp all about?
On the Cusp of Code & Consequence
We live in an era of relentless innovation. Every day, headlines announce new improvements and technological advancements. But what about the technologies and applications that aren't in the news yet? What's happening in the labs and the stealth-mode start-ups that will define our world in the next two to five years? And more important: how will this materialize? What impact can it have on our society and us as humans?
This is the space where The Cusp lives. The Cusp is a newsletter for the forward-thinkers, the innovators, the professionals, and the perpetually curious who want to understand the future before it arrives. It’s your guide to the software and technology that is on the very edge - The Cusp - of becoming mainstream.
What exactly is "The Cusp"?
The word "cusp" refers to a point of transition between two states. Think of it as the moment a wave gathers its full height just before it breaks on the shore. 🌊 It’s no longer just a swell in the ocean, but it’s not yet white foam on the sand.
That's our focus: near-future technology. We don't cover the established tech you use today, nor do we delve into purely theoretical science fiction decades away. We explore the innovations that have moved beyond the theoretical and are now demonstrating real, tangible potential. These are the breakthroughs gestating in research divisions and early-stage ventures, poised to reshape industries and our daily lives.
The Cusp is about bridging the gap between complex academic research and its practical, world-altering implications. We’ll try to filter out the noise to bring you the signal of what’s coming next.
What to expect in each issue
Each edition of The Cusp is a curated briefing designed to be both insightful and concise. You won’t find generic tech news here. Instead, you can expect:
Deep Dives: We go beyond the "what" to explain the "how" and "why." For example, we’ll get creative and add real prototypes with implications you can see and clickthrough.
Backed by data: Where possible we try to add data that is already available and can shed a light on what’s to come.
Impact Analysis: We connect the dots. How will AI companions change human behaviour and online commerce? What are the societal implications of brain-computer interfaces moving from medical therapy to consumer tech? How will VLM’s open up a whole new slew of applications? We’ll try to explore what it all can mean
The "Almost-There" Roundup: From time to time, we’ll try to identify new startups or significant advancements that already makes the promise more true.
Why The Cusp matters
In a rapidly changing world, looking ahead is a critical advantage. Whether you're an investor seeking the next big thing, a product manager planning a future-proof roadmap, a developer wanting to skill up, or simply a curious mind fascinated by progress, The Cusp wants to provide an essential perspective.
We believe that understanding the future isn't about prediction; it's about becoming creative. By knowing what's on the cusp of reality, you can make better decisions, spark new ideas, and engage more thoughtfully with the world as it evolves.
Join us on The Cusp and get a clear view of the world of tomorrow, today.