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“In the old days, you became an adult when suddenly your life went from learning to doing the same thing for the rest of your life, but today you can't afford to do that.”

Quote by Joichi Ito

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Joichi Ito is a renowned Japanese entrepreneur born in June 1966. He is known for his investments and leadership in the internet and technology sectors, particularly in digital media and emerging technologies. Ito served as the chair of Creative Commons and held significant positions in several startups. more

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