France and Germany recognize the creators’ moral rights to the work; maybe the relevant law there would be a good starting point

Thank you, that's a good idea. I want to formalize my opinion on copyright sometime in the future.

Google Glass specifically prohibited using the camera for facial recognition —- but let you silently take pictures and video and post them to Google+.

They literally blocked a useful feature (recognizing people you have already met) and promoted a feature nobody wanted (posting pictures of people without consent).

Let’s be clear: the Internet was available in phones of that era, but they were not well integrated into the experience. I recall having a Blackberry that required two minutes to “log in” to the Internet when you wanted to actually use it.

Maybe it’s time we re-examine the value prop for open source authors

Everyone knows their value prop going in: unless you are able to monetize the complement like RedHat or Google, payment is in experience, reputation, and a fun challenge.

Very idealistic people might not realize this as they start working on their project.

I wish it was otherwise, people, but it's usually "build it and they WON'T come" ("they" being the funds needed to make a living.)

Payment can also appear in the form of collaborators helping improve a tool you want for yourself, especially if you choose the right license.

(2018)

Why do we have a shady neighbourhood in the first place? Does no one care about a place unless they drive through it?

Sounds like the tragedy of the commons.

Sure wish I could delete the stuff I said on Usenet back in the day.