Diversity of all kinds--not just women but people of color and from various national origins--must be incorporated in the AI workforce. That will improve the quality and value of the software. More
The New Industrial-Military Complex
Business is ahead of government in creating new technologies that can serve as weapons. Employees at Google, Amazon and Microsoft are boldly -- and publicly -- opposing the strategies. More
Leadership Partner Insights Tech & Society
Microsoft President Brad Smith, on Rethinking a Tech Company’s Role
Microsoft's top lawyer recently co-authored a book, and shared insights with Techonomy on tech, how Cambridge Analytica changed Washington, and other topics. More
These Female Entrepreneurs Grew Opportunity – in Soil
One-third of the world’s arable land has been lost to erosion or pollution. Two Stanford-trained entrepreneurs have developed a tech-centered potential solution. More
Global Tech Government Opinion
Tech’s Challenge for the 20s: The Baby and the Bathwater
This decade we'll have to take stock of how far tech got off track in the last decade. Will we undermine all the good things tech can do in our efforts to stop its evils? Only a new partnership across society is likely to avoid that. More
Big Tech and Media in 2020: What to Expect
Here are four trends to watch for in the coming year--regulation comes to big tech, FANG stocks peak, traditional media's swan song, and CEOs continue their exodus. More
Rapid DNA Testing Will Improve Victim Identification
Innovative DNA technology is changing how federal agencies identify victims of mass casualty events and fight human trafficking. Already, the technology has been used in the recent California wildfires. More
Security & Privacy Tech & Society
WhatsApp is a Threat to Society. Here’s How to Fix It.
More than 1.5 billion people use WhatsApp, and the platform's astonishing scale and speed have become vehicles for dangerous ammunition. More
Could Gaming Change the World?
Online gaming is not only a much bigger and more important industry than most people recognize. It's also, say some experts, a pathway that will enable society to evolve and transform. More
Cities From the Magazine Transportation
Globally, Scooters are Crashing Into Cities
The ubiquitous scooters may eventually fulfill their promise. But for now, they're hitting bumps on urban streets around the world. More
In Robotics, We Must Prevent Autonomous Weapons
AI technologies are developing so rapidly that capabilities once limited to highly engineered systems are now available to anyone with a household toolbox and some computer experience. We must manage the risks. More
Bio & Life Sciences Healthcare
For a Clear Read on Our Health, Look to Proteomics
Genomics is often touted for its potential to improve healthcare, but there’s another emerging field that’s more likely to have a positive impact on patients’ lives: proteomics. Here are some key things to know. More
The Gig Economy is Here to Stay. Employers, Get Ready.
Nearly 45 million Americans work in the gig economy--and who they are may surprise you. To stay competitive in today's talent war, there are some specific things organizations must do. More
Business Inclusion Innovation Sustainable Development Goals
How Women Can Win in the Age of AI
Preparing women to succeed in the age of AI must be a global priority as we work towards one key United Nations Sustainable Development Goal: to achieve gender equality, and empower women and girls. More
What’s Next in Healthcare Innovation
Digital health has the potential to make each patient’s interactions with healthcare providers more productive and engaging. That was the gist of a Techonomy 2019 session about innovation in healthcare. More
This Woman Entrepreneur Gives Farmers Information –to Grow
Here's the story of Martha Montoya, a Colombia-born entrepreneur who is driving positive change in the agtech industry. More
Techonomy 2019 – Can We Find a Way Not to Worry?
Here are some of the key takeaways and things we learned from our recent treat in Half Moon Bay, Calif. More
Techonomy 2019 Full Webcast
While we work hard to edit the Techonomy 2019 videos, you can watch the livestream here. Sunday Afternoon: Monday Morning: Monday Afternoon: Tuesday Morning: More
Welcome to Techonomy 2019
Techonomy's founder and editor-in-chief outlines what to expect in the days ahead as diverse leaders from business, tech, government, politics and philanthropy discuss some of the biggest issues of our time. More
Energy & Green Tech Sustainable Development Goals Techonomy Events
Carbon Neutral Isn’t Enough
Reducing emissions of global warming gasses is critical. We also need to build a world economy that’s carbon negative. And there are many ways to suck up CO2. An article produced in tandem with Techonomy 2019. More
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