Innovation

How a Simple Change Can Protect Crowdfunding Backers from Fraud

Crowdfunding backers who are victims of misconduct often have little recourse. But a simple platform design change could strengthen protections, according to new research from Wharton and Cornell.

Can Algorithms Diagnose Disease Better Than Doctors?

AI holds great promise for medical advancements. Researchers discuss how algorithms can be used boost patient outcomes.

Banking on the Future of Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrencies will one day be used everywhere, predicts Litecoin creator Charlie Lee.

Don’t Panic: The Digital Revolution Isn’t as Unusual as You Think

Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler’s new book puts the digital revolution into historical context, placing it along a timeline of other disruptive transformations.

Unlocking the Creative Value of Inefficiency

Too much efficiency -- such as that provided by computers and algorithms -- can turn off creativity and innovation, according to a new book.

Why Education Is the Key to the MENA Region’s Future

With alternate energy sources gaining traction, the region’s future rests on the quality of its human capital, says Navin Valrani, CEO of Arcadia Education.

Why Museums Must Have a ‘Cool’ Quotient

The Louvre Abu Dhabi wants to become a global platform that brings together people from various age groups and walks of life, says Saif Saeed Ghobash, Abu Dhabi's undersecretary at[…]

What’s Really Driving Disruption (It’s Not Technology)

It's not technology that drives disruption, but rather customer behavior, says Harvard professor Thales Teixeira in his new book.

The Next Silicon Valley? Why Toronto Is a Contender

Toronto has quietly become the world’s fastest-growing destination for technology jobs. But to truly become Silicon Valley North, policymakers and tech companies must address certain gaps, experts say.

The Difference Between Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Science Fiction

Distinguishing between the various types of data analysis can be a bit confusing to the uninitiated, but it makes all the difference for companies trying to harness the reams of[…]

Want to Foster Prosperity? Focus on Market-creating Innovations

How did China cut extreme poverty from 66% in 1990 to under 2% today? By using the right kind of innovation. And companies can replicate the approach, says author Clayton[…]

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