This document discusses how technological innovation is driving social change and the empowerment of consumers. It notes that consumers now make up 70-80% of GDP and are reallocating their money, time, and attention in ways that are shaping sector growth. Technology is becoming more accessible through cheaper hardware and software, and computing power is moving to the edges of networks. This is activating consumers and enabling social innovation through new lifestyle applications. The challenge is to unlock the social value of new technologies in a way that addresses citizen concerns, not just economic metrics.