[nknighthb]

> new tools

If I see an ad for a tool relevant to me, the chance that it's just a repackaged version of an open-source tool I'm already familiar with is almost 100%

> new conferences

I would never go to a conference, especially one that needs to run ads.

> new competition

If they're a threat, I'll hear about them through news or word-of-mouth. Otherwise, just another waste of time.

Your industry only exists for purposes of brainwashing. All other purported uses are better and more honestly served through other means.