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April 1st, 1976: Apple was born. We chronicle it through Steve Jobs… And tell ya what’s coming for the next 50.Gen Z is taking advantage of Estate Sale Arbitrage… they’re becoming Estate-trapreneurs. Self-driving delivery e-bikes?... Also (real name) hit $1B for Rivian-backed pad ...  Show more

🪩 “Austin Powers Effect” — The End of Trends. Louis Vuitton’s insane ship. Aluminum’s LaCroix crush. +Stolen KitKat Picassos

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