The industry that builds on the data infrastructure is less visible than Facebook's and Groupon's at the moment, because they are not (yet) really focused on consumers. That does not mean that there is not a lot happening in that area. In terms of 'fundamental technology' it is therefore very interesting.
This software infrastructure, as mentioned, builds not only on data production from social brother cell phone list networks, but also on a second fundamental, physical infrastructure, which is currently being constructed using an infinite number of sensors in mobile phones, cars, household appliances, roads, dikes, etc., all connected to the Internet: The Internet of Things .
It is the social networks and the sensors that provide an endless stream of data, which can be converted into valuable products and services by smart software, good visualizations and user interfaces. That is the new infrastructure that is now being built – physically and digitally – on which new companies build. As long as enough is invested in this legacy, the new wave of investments can also be of great value. Even if it all turns out to be a big bubble.