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Innovation

A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of Innovation.

Video playlists about Innovation

Tech that's reshaping the future

Explore captivating ideas from tech pioneers who are shaping a smarter, greener and more inclusive tomorrow. From redefining architecture's energy dynamics to forging the future of bionics, this is the intersection of sustainability and innovation. (Curated in partnership with Honda)

Talks that celebrate the boundless creativity of an open mind

Where do extraordinary ideas come from? Explore these talks from Canada that celebrate the boundless inspiration, innovation and creativity that blossom in a culture as open as its landscape. (Curated in partnership with Destination Canada)

Best practices for business innovation

Business is changing, and so should the way you work. Here's how to stay ahead of the new normal while motivating talent -- from fresh hires to your best and brightest -- to dream up the next big success for your company. (Curated in partnership with Upwork.)

Harnessing the future of data

Mind-blowing tech is right around the corner -- and the data to power it is here and now. Get an awe-inspiring look at the future that awaits with visionaries already predicting, embracing and innovating on the potential of tomorrow.

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Talks about Innovation

This is what happens when you hit the gas

Stuart Kauffman

The "adjacent possible" -- and how it explains human innovation

Which is better for you: "Real" meat or "fake" meat?

Francis de los Reyes

How the water you flush becomes the water you drink

Johann Daniel Harnoss

How your company can gain a global talent advantage

The natural building blocks of sustainable architecture

How wireless energy from space could power everything

What the world can learn from China's innovation playbook

The urgent risks of runaway AI -- and what to do about them

Why AI is incredibly smart and shockingly stupid

TikTok's CEO on its future -- and what makes its algorithm different

The inside story of ChatGPT's astonishing potential

Does AI actually understand us?

The unexpected key to boosting your productivity

Gourmet food for the final frontier

Michael Middlebrooks

The fantastically weird world of photosynthetic sea slugs

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Exclusive articles about Innovation

The unseen forces that can cause your great new idea to crash and burn

How do you get people to embrace a new product, program or concept of yours? Turns out, enticing features and compelling messaging aren't enough, say innovation experts Loran Nordgren PhD and David Schonthal. They share the four frictions that could be getting in the way of your best ideas -- and why they matter.

Posted Dec 2022

8 Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders whose innovations have changed your life (really!)

Can you name a notable Asian-American or Pacific Islander scientist, inventor or entrepreneur? Don't worry -- after reading this article, you should have no problems remembering some.

Posted May 2021

Why you should play a game that imagines your company’s demise

Yes, it's a bit dark. But taking the time to imagine what could go wrong can actually help ensure your company’s longevity and success, says strategy and management expert Martin Reeves.

Posted Feb 2021

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