Innovation

For Haier’s Zhang Ruimin, Success Means Creating the Future

The chairman and CEO of the Haier Group believes that the company’s user-centric model of micro enterprises is a key pillar of growth.

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Why the U.S.-China ‘Trade War’ Is Really About the Future of Innovation

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Recent trade skirmishes between China and the United States are less about steel and soybeans, and more about who will lead global innovation in the 21st century, writes Wharton dean[…]

How to Pitch Your Startup to a Venture Capitalist

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Venture capitalist Jenny Lefcourt from Freestyle Capital offers tested advice for budding entrepreneurs looking to fund a startup.

Want to Nurture Creativity? First, Get the Culture Right

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Equally important is helping people recognize creativity within their organizations, says David Yager, CEO of Philadelphia’s University of the Arts.

Why Regulation Is a Tricky Business in the Sharing Economy

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Around the globe, governments are grappling with particular problems created by innovative sharing platforms like Uber and Airbnb. What role should regulators play?

How AI Startup Vicarious Got Backing from Tech’s Biggest Names

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Vicarious CEO Scott Phoenix talks about his startup and why "it's getting harder and harder to argue that artificial intelligence is not the next big thing."

Can the Minerva Model of Learning Disrupt Higher Education?

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Traditional universities have much to learn from disruptors like the Minerva Schools, which aims to provide high-quality learning opportunities at a fraction of the cost of an elite college.
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The Future of Jobs in the World of AI and Robotics

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Catching AI and robotics trends early and learning new skills are keys to staying relevant, says Mphasis’s Srikanth Karra.

What Science Says About Quitting While You’re Ahead

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People who achieve a personal best tend to relax afterwards and not push themselves further. But is that a good thing to do?

Does Health Care Need a New Startup Model?

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Traditional Silicon Valley startup models involving venture capital or private equity are missing new markets as health care's evolution speeds up, says one entrepreneur.

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