Innovators

How AI can help us build the future we want–not the future we fear

Innovators Mar 29 2018

How AI can help us build the future we want–not the future we fear

If private companies are any indicator, some billionaires think AI is so dangerous that they are trying to escape to Mars. But there are other perspectives. Beneath all the doomsaying and dystopian science fiction, many of the smartest AI algorithms . . .

Women in data and product to watch in 2018

Innovators Mar 20 2018

Women in data and product to watch in 2018

What I treasure most about writing for The Signal–besides working with my lovely team–has been the opportunity to learn from the brilliant data and product people who have generously shared hard-won lessons with us. We only get to sit down with . . .

What product managers can learn from stand-up comedians

Innovators Feb 8 2018

What product managers can learn from stand-up comedians

Alpha Founder & CEO Thor Ernstsson’s career in tech started with a move from Iceland to Alabama, so suffice it to say he’s unafraid of taking risks. From there, he joined the startup scene, where he’s been for the past . . .

The best product leaders and resources from 2017

Innovators Dec 18 2017

The best product leaders and resources from 2017

Two years ago, we launched The Signal believing that people are better off when they learn from their data. Since then, we’ve spoken with dozens of experts who share this belief and have the evidence to back it up. This year, our community of builders shared . . .

Frank Chen will make you a believer in AI

Innovators Dec 12 2017

Frank Chen will make you a believer in AI

After publishing a primer on AI, Deep Learning, and Machine Learning, Andreessen Horowitz Partner Frank Chen learned that his particular area of expertise was suddenly more in demand than ever. (Or at least, he learned that people were excited to have complex . . .

Why the future of work is work from home

Innovators Dec 5 2017

Why the future of work is work from home

Rev is a company that transcribes audio files, captions and subtitles video, and translates documents. None of these are in and of themselves revolutionary business ideas, so you can forgive Founder and CEO Jason Chicola if he gushes over the . . .

A case for working at a telecom veteran instead of the next hot startup: A senior Verizon PM gives her side

Innovators Oct 26 2017

A case for working at a telecom veteran instead of the next hot startup: A senior Verizon PM gives her side

It takes some imagination to think beyond the mystery that surrounds innovation in the enterprise. Whispers about bureaucracy that stops creativity in its tracks. Recountings of days spent seeking approval for projects that only move the company an inch over . . .

How Clorox uses analytics to innovate after 105 years on top

Innovators Sep 19 2017

How Clorox uses analytics to innovate after 105 years on top

A quick Silicon Valley success story: a few years back, five Bay Area venture capitalists invested $100 each in a consumer packaged goods startup called “The Electro-Alkaline Company” that they believed was set to disrupt the garment cleaning industry. Clunky . . .

Why Hunter Walk isn’t hopping on the VR train

Innovators Oct 13 2016

Why Hunter Walk isn’t hopping on the VR train

When it comes to investing in virtual reality, timing is everything. And Hunter Walk isn't on board – yet.


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