

The Tech Strategy Podcast
Jeffrey Towson
A podcast by TechMoat Consulting on the strategies and best practices of leading digital companies. Especially in China / Asia. Tech Strategy offers:-Deep dives into the strategies and business models of leading tech companies. -Best practices and lessons in important digital concepts.Lots more information available at Jefftowson.com and techmoatconsulting.comTo marketers, I do not have podcast guests. This podcast is not investment advice. Me and any guests may get the numbers or information wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant. Investing is risky. Do your own research.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 35min
Is Life Just AI Agents Plus Gaming Engines? (181)
This week’s podcast is about digital and AI agents. This will lead to the emergence of non-human platforms and business models.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.Here is the link to the TechMoat Consulting.Here is the link to the China Tech Tour.Here is the podcast mentioned. —–--Related articles:AutoGPT and Other Tech I Am Super Excited About (Tech Strategy – Podcast 162)The Winners and Losers in ChatGPT (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)Why ChatGPT and Generative AI Are a Mortal Threat to Disney, Netflix and Most Hollywood Studios (Tech Strategy – Podcast 150)From the Concept Library, concepts for this article are:GPT and Generative AI: AutoGPTDigital Marathon: Zero human operationsDigital vs. Human AgentsPlatform Business Models: Non-Human Platforms and Business ModelsFrom the Company Library, companies for this article are:OpenAI / ChatGPTAgentGPT——–I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.Note: This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show

Sep 29, 2023 • 39min
Huawei's New AI Tech Stack and "All Intelligence" Strategy (180)
This week’s podcast is about Huawei's new AI tech stack, which is impressive in its ability to provide end-to-end solutions. Also their new "All Intelligence" Strategy.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.If you’re interested in talking digital strategy and transformation for your business, contact us at TechMoat Consulting.———Related articles:What TikTok Can Learn From Huawei About the Role of the State (Jeff’s Asia Tech Class – Podcast 39)How Tsingtao, CR Snow and the Other Beer SOEs Won Big in China (Pt 2 of 2)From the Concept Library, concepts for this article are:Artificial IntelligenceCloudDigital and AI TransformationFrom the Company Library, companies for this article are:Huawei———-I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment, legal or tax advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. This is not investment advice. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show

Sep 22, 2023 • 43min
3 Take-Aways from My Interview with Lazada CEO James Dong. And CTO Howard Wang (179)
This week’s podcast is about my interviews with Lazada CEO James Dong and CTO Howard Wang. Here are my 3 three take-aways.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.If you’re interested in talking digital strategy and transformation for your business, contact us at TechMoat Consulting.————Related articles:JD’s Emerging Competitive Advantages? (Jeff’s Asia Tech Class – Daily Lesson / Update)JD’s Is Making a Big Strategic Move into the Low-Cost Market (2 of 3) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)From the Concept Library, concepts for this article are:Southeast AsiaEcommerceFrom the Company Library, companies for this article are:Lazada————I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment, legal or tax advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. This is not investment advice. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show

Sep 14, 2023 • 47min
My Predictions for Apple vs. Huawei in China (178)
This week’s podcast is about the high profile events at both Apple and Huawei in China this month. Here’s my breakdown on what it means.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.If you’re interested in talking digital strategy and transformation for your business, contact us at TechMoat Consulting.---------Related articles:What TikTok Can Learn From Huawei About the Role of the State (Jeff’s Asia Tech Class – Podcast 39)How Tsingtao, CR Snow and the Other Beer SOEs Won Big in China (Pt 2 of 2)From the Concept Library, concepts for this article are:Role of the StateChinaFrom the Company Library, companies for this article are:AppleHuawei -----------I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment, legal or tax advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. This is not investment advice. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show

Sep 7, 2023 • 39min
JD's Big Play for Low Cost China (177)
This week’s podcast is about some big moves at JD.com - especially their big strategic move to go after the low-cost market of China. Here's my breakdown on what it means.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.If you’re interested in talking digital strategy and transformation for your business, contact us at TechMoat Consulting—-Related articles:JD’s Emerging Competitive Advantages? (Jeff’s Asia Tech Class – Daily Lesson / Update)JD’s Is Making a Big Strategic Move into the Low-Cost Market (2 of 3) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)From the Concept Library, concepts for this article are:Marketplace PlatformsDigital Physical HybridFrom the Company Library, companies for this article are:JD.com--------I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.Support the show

Aug 28, 2023 • 43min
Understanding Hyper-Politicized China (176)
This week’s podcast is about the current hyper-politicization of all things China. It's my take for assessing what it means.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.If you’re interested in talking digital strategy and transformation for your business, contact us at TechMoat Consulting.----—-Related articles:Ant Financial Is 3 Platform Business Models Combined. (Jeff’s Asia Tech Class – Daily Lesson / Update)Ant Financial’s Big Money is in Asset-Light Credit Tech (Jeff’s Asia Tech Class – Daily Lesson / Update)From the Concept Library, concepts for this article are:Role of the StateFrom the Company Library, companies for this article are:n/a--------I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.Note: This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show

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Aug 23, 2023 • 35min
3 Rules for Winning Big in Digital (175)
This podcast discusses the 3 rules for winning big in the digital world: speed, intangibles, and leadership. It also explores the importance of intangible assets in digital businesses and the challenges faced by companies in digital transformation. The episode emphasizes the need for invisible engines for digital success and draws parallels with 'The Matrix' to highlight the role of leadership in navigating the digital divide.

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Aug 13, 2023 • 35min
3 Strategy Lessons from My Visit to Ant (174)
This week’s podcast is about my visit to Ant Group.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.If you’re interested in talking digital strategy and transformation for your business, contact us at TechMoat Consulting.--------I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment, legal or tax advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. This is not investment advice. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show

Aug 4, 2023 • 32min
The Sexy But Dangerous Economics of Digital (173)
This week’s podcast is about digital / information economics.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.If you’re interested in talking digital strategy and transformation for your business, contact us at TechMoat Consulting.—--Related articles:Can ByteDance Breach Alibaba’s Infrastructure Moat and Become An Ecommerce Giant? (Tech Strategy – Podcast 82)Alibaba Takes Over Sun Art Retail. Is It Going to Take Off? Or Is It Infrastructure? (pt 1 of 2) (Asia Tech Strategy – Daily Update)Could Sun Art Grow +30% Under Alibaba? (pt 2 of 2) (Asia Tech Strategy – Daily Update)From the Concept Library, concepts for this article are:Digital CostsPricing / VersioningWillingness to Pay / Consumer SurplusFrom the Company Library, companies for this article are:n/a --------I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment, legal or tax advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. This is not investment advice. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show

Jul 23, 2023 • 37min
What's Next for iQIYI and Video Entertainment? (172)
This week's podcast is about my visit to iQIYI. And what I think is coming next for video entertainment under major digital disruption.You can listen to this podcast here, which has the slides and graphics mentioned. Also available at iTunes and Google Podcasts.If you’re interested in talking digital strategy and transformation for your business, contact us at TechMoat Consulting. --------Related articles:Can ByteDance Breach Alibaba’s Infrastructure Moat and Become An Ecommerce Giant? (Tech Strategy – Podcast 82)Alibaba Takes Over Sun Art Retail. Is It Going to Take Off? Or Is It Infrastructure? (pt 1 of 2) (Asia Tech Strategy – Daily Update)Could Sun Art Grow +30% Under Alibaba? (pt 2 of 2) (Asia Tech Strategy – Daily Update)From the Concept Library, concepts for this article are:4 Intangible AssetsAudience-builder platformsGenerative AIFrom the Company Library, companies for this article are:iQIYI--------I write, speak and consult about how to win (and not lose) in digital strategy and transformation.I am the founder of TechMoat Consulting, a boutique consulting firm that helps retailers, brands, and technology companies exploit digital change to grow faster, innovate better and build digital moats. Get in touch here.My book series Moats and Marathons is one-of-a-kind framework for building and measuring competitive advantages in digital businesses.This content (articles, podcasts, website info) is not investment, legal or tax advice. The information and opinions from me and any guests may be incorrect. The numbers and information may be wrong. The views expressed may no longer be relevant or accurate. This is not investment advice. Investing is risky. Do your own research.Support the show


