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Digital disruption is a change that occurs when new digital technologies transform sectors of the market.
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These market disruptions can happen quickly, and when they do occur, existing business models change rapidly.
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All over the world, city transport is being disrupted by new tech-based systems for getting a ride.
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Traditionally, you would call a taxi company or try to hail one from the street.
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Now many cities have a range of car service apps which are changing the way we travel.
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Ride sharing services are one example.
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People can use their smartphones to request Lyfts using GPS-enabled apps and save costs by sharing their ride with others.
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Logan Green is the CEO and co-founder of Lyft, a ride sharing platform that started in San Francisco and is now operating throughout the USA.
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He says the app is good for reducing traffic congestion.
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80% of the seats on the road are empty.
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And we started Lyft to create a system for matching up
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people who need a ride with people who can offer a ride.
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I think Lyft is a service whose time has come.
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People are, you know, excited about the idea of connecting with people in their community and sharing rides together.
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And, you know, technology has allowed us to help those people connect in a, you know, fast, safe manner.
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And so we're excited about building a new form of transportation and rolling this out across the country.
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Heskey Kusher says the service is effective and helps them get around town.
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There's no deep thoughts involved here.
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I need to get from A to B.
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They do it well and they do it for a good price.
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And the drivers are friendly.
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The payment sector is another area of business that is facing a digital disruption.
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Apple Pay is one of the payment systems that are changing the way we shop.
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Apple is trying to move consumers from cash
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and credit cards to a world in which all your transactions go through your smartphone.
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Apple Pay uses a chip in the device which completes a transaction at a store or online.
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Business experts say Apple is changing the way we think about payments just as they revolutionized the music market with iTunes.
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Apple Pay is doing what in the payment business, what they did in the music business.
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And that means they will disrupt entirely the way the credit we pay, they will disrupt entirely the credit card market,
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and they will have significant revenue opportunities simply from Apple Pay.
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Apple Pay
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and other similar payment systems can be seen as part of
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a wider trend of technology changing the way we pay for goods.
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Yeah, so we're starting to see an interesting trend where payments are really disappearing inside of applications.
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You think of an app like Uber, like Airbnb, like Hotel Tonight, really the payment experience has more or less become invisible.
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Payment apps sell themselves on convenience and security compared to cash.
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I think as payments move towards the mobile channel, there are increased opportunities to ensure that the security of the overall transaction is heightened.
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And as a result of that, we most likely will see less breaches, but I don't think we can say that they'll completely disappear.
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The general public are positive about it too.
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I think it's a great idea.
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It's very convenient.
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You don't have to carry a wallet with you.
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From new ways of getting about to new methods of paying for things, digital disruption is here and it's only just getting started.

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What Speaking Skills Can You Build with This Video?

This clip is perfect for practicing fluency in discussing technology and business trends—a key skill for IELTS speaking practice and real-world conversations. You’ll learn to explain how digital tools change daily life, using clear, concise language. Try shadowing the speakers (a technique called "shadow speak") to mimic their rhythm and emphasis—great for sounding natural in formal or casual settings.

Phrase Bank: Reusable Expressions for Everyday Talk

  • "Digital disruption is a change that occurs when..." – Ideal for defining trends.
  • "[Technology] has allowed us to connect in a fast, safe manner" – Describe tech benefits.
  • "[X] is part of a wider trend of..." – Link ideas to bigger patterns.
  • "[Service] sells itself on convenience and security" – Highlight product strengths.
  • "It's only just getting started" – Express ongoing change.

These phrases work in discussions about apps, business, or even personal tech use—perfect for shadowspeaks practice.

Fix Your Weak Spots: Pronunciation & Rhythm Tips

Notice how the speakers stress key words like "disruption," "congestion," and "security." Many learners rush these multisyllabic terms—slow down and emphasize the first syllable. Also, listen for the natural pauses after phrases like "He says the app is good for reducing traffic congestion"—pausing here helps listeners follow your ideas. Use this video as a shadowing site: repeat each sentence aloud, matching the speed and tone. Over time, you’ll sound more confident, whether you’re practicing for IELTS or chatting with colleagues.

Learning English with YouTube videos like this one makes practice fun and practical. Try shadowing for 5 minutes daily—you’ll be surprised how quickly your speaking improves!

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

StructureIn the video
Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does itbeing disrupted · can be seen · are increased
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters nowhas come · has allowed
Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thingapps which are · people who need

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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