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Thought Machines
For centuries, the evolution of human-computer interaction has been constrained by the need for physical input—keyboards, touchscreens, and voice commands. These tools, while transformative, remain intermediaries between thought and action, introducing friction and limiting the speed at which human cognition can interact with digital systems. The next paradigm shift is underway: a world where thought...
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Gresham’s Law of AI Quality
The AI arms race isn’t just about rapid innovation—it’s about avoiding obsolescence. In this race, Gresham’s Law of AI Quality highlights a stark reality: without robust infrastructure, investment, and governance, nations risk losing their competitive edge. In AI, the “bad”—inferior technologies, weak ecosystems, and insufficient resources—can drive out the “good,” leaving lagging countries dependent on...
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AI is Revolutionizing Black Friday E-commerce
E-commerce during Black Friday and Cyber Monday has evolved into a complex digital ecosystem where artificial intelligence plays a pivotal role in shaping the shopping experience, optimizing operations, and driving sales. In this era of rapid advancement, generative AI and automation have the potential to deliver highly relevant and context-aware purchasing experiences. These technologies streamline...
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All You Can Eat
The Deterioration of the U.S. Health System: A Paradox of Economic Power and Poor Health Outcomes The United States, the world’s largest economy and a leader in technological innovation, paradoxically suffers from some of the worst health outcomes among developed nations. Despite spending more on healthcare per capita than any other country, Americans face declining life...
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AI Factories
In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is fast becoming the backbone of national security and economic dominance, the race to build advanced AI factories will shape the future leaders of both nations and corporations. Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson, who recently won the Nobel Prize for their work in “Why Nations Fail”, argued...
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Normalization Engines
Throughout history, technological and business innovations have repeatedly transformed industries by leveling the playing field, democratizing access, improving efficiencies of scale, and reducing the cost and burden of providing services. This process can be likened to the concept of a “normalization engine”—an orchestrating force that standardizes access, lowers barriers to entry, and creates a more...
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Europe – Whatever It Takes
Europe’s contribution to modern science and technology is undeniable. Alan Turing, one of the pioneers of artificial intelligence, laid the foundation for machine learning and computational theory with his early work on breaking the Enigma code during World War II. The Enigma-breaking efforts, led by Turing at Bletchley Park, not only changed the course of...
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The Rise of AI Agents
The AI space continues to evolve rapidly, with one of the most transformative developments being the rise of AI agents. Unlike traditional generative AI tools, which focus on producing content such as text or images in response to user input, AI agents have the capability to act autonomously, learn from their environment, and make decisions...
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The Evolution of Labor Markets and AI
Exploring How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming the Labor Landscape The seismic shifts brought about by technological innovations in the economy are undeniable, particularly in the delicate balancing act between human labor and the new systems that define industries. While we celebrate past achievements, we also stand on the brink of a future where the very...
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Join Our Finance Team
Conversion Capital is a leading early stage Venture Capital firm based in New York City with over $250m in assets under management. We partner with founders across the US to lead investments in early-stage technology companies, leveraging our experience in operating, building, and investing. The Role: VP of Finance As part of the financial operations...
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War in Space
The space age began in the mid-20th century amid the intense geopolitical rivalry of the Cold War. The Soviet Union launched the first satellite, Sputnik, in 1957, marking the dawn of extraterrestrial exploration and significantly amplifying the space race with the United States. This event triggered a wave of political, military, and public pressures in...
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Where Will AI Run?
Rising energy costs and infrastructure issues associated with processing large compute models add a critical layer to the debate on running AI locally versus in the cloud. The energy consumption of large-scale AI models, both in training and deployment, has surged, creating significant operational costs and environmental concerns. Data centers, integral to cloud computing, require...