HEAD OF THE DAY
Carl Pei has achieved twice what most founders only dream of: He built massive global fanbases for two tech brands: first OnePlus, then Nothing.
His mission: make technology fun again. Instead of data and spreadsheets, Pei focuses on design, emotion, and curiosity. His first product — the transparent Ear(1) — became an instant cult hit.
Today, Nothing sells millions of devices and generates around 600 million USD in annual revenue.
🧠 Born in Beijing and raised in Sweden, Pei blends Asian precision with Nordic minimalism challenging industry giants like Samsung and Apple
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