Name: Four principles for the open world
Uploaded: 2012-06-28T14:31:37Z
Duration: 17 min 33 s
Description: The recent generations have been bathed in connecting technology from birth, says futurist Don Tapscott, and as a result the world is transforming into one that is far more open and transparent. In this inspiring talk, he lists the four core principles that show how this open world can be a far better place.

The recent generations have been bathed in connecting technology from birth, says futurist Don Tapscott, and as a result the world is transforming into one that is far more open and transparent. In this inspiring talk, he lists the four core principles that show how this open world can be a far better place.

Four principles for the open world

The digital age is creating a world where collaboration, transparency, sharing, and empowerment are reshaping society. A gold mining company crowdsourced data and found $3.4 billion in gold, showing how open collaboration unlocks innovation. Social media tools empowered ordinary citizens during the Arab Spring, lowering the cost of dissent and enabling new forms of collective action. As institutions become more transparent and interconnected, society faces both unprecedented challenges and the promise of a more empowered global community.