Leapfrogging!

I have just stumbled across this link, which I think has some relevance as an example relating to the issues of rapid accelerated development which in fact "leapfrogs" over current uses of and standards of technology in western/"first world" countries. It is heartening to see stuff like this. It is the kind of "leapfrog" I am referring to. I'll try to find more examples and information to support this angle.