Why do clocks go clockwise? A sundial reminder about standards

Have you ever wondered why clockwise is the direction it is? Who decided and why? That is part of what this post covers, but it also highlights the often arbitrary nature of standards.

Chinese AI Models Are Reshaping the Global Landscape – What Does This Mean for Market Research?

I’ve been tracking the rise of Chinese AI systems with growing interest over the past year, and I believe there are implications for the insights and market research industry. In 2026, I think we will see an important shift. I predict that many organisations across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and beyond will turn to Chinese-developed AI as part of their solution. Note, I predict they will usually run these models locally rather than rely on cloud services.