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Thor Bjorgolfsson @Alpha_Rider

Adventure Capitalist, WEF YGL, Author of Billions to Bust and Back, Motorbike Enthusiast, Founder & CEO @ Novator thorbjorgolfsson.com/home

Joined November 2014
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“I believe that through partnership we can also find new ways of managing capital, which may in fact be old ways, such as a return to the original partnership approach of the London insurance market.” Discover more in my book, Billions to Bust and Back: shorturl.at/ZrBfV

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Generative AI is transforming healthcare, but how do we regulate it safely? Key considerations include balancing innovation and patient safety as well as transparency and data privacy. @HarvardBiz shorturl.at/jNrsx

How to Regulate Generative AI in Health Care

A challenge confronting the Food and Drug Administration — and other regulators around the world — is how to regulate generative AI.  The approach it uses for new drugs and devices isn’t appropriate....

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Interesting overview from @Siftedeu on the EV market including top deals in 2024 so far and trends to watch. Find out more here: shorturl.at/THH8i

Electric vehicles (2024)

Startups to spark your attention

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“Therefore, I say to you: never be afraid to lose out. That fear can keep you from betting big on your own intuition and reaping the rewards of your passion in work.” Read more in my book, Billions to Bust and Back: shorturl.at/ZrBfV
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NY Climate Week 2024 kicks off on Sunday! For investors, it's a chance to engage and help steer the future of climate initiatives. More via @IIGCCnews: shorturl.at/5KkGx
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Hardware startups are leading the charge in climate tech. A new list highlights the most promising companies tackling climate change with innovative solutions, from energy storage to carbon capture. More via @TechCrunch shorturl.at/7RBoq
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The UK continues to dominate the European fintech scene, securing a third of all deals in the region. Although overall fintech deal activity in Europe dropped 77% in Q2, the UK remains a powerhouse in shaping the future of finance: shorturl.at/ApHPo
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Japan’s emerging start-up ecosystem is showing promise according to Leo Lewis at the Financial Times. Changing attitudes and policies mean that the number of Japanese university start-ups have doubled since 2014. More here: bit.ly/3AUst5j
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A recent report by McKinsey & Company highlighted current obstacles facing clean tech in the US and the EU. Clean tech companies still need significant investment to deploy technology fast enough to meet 2030 targets. More details in the report: bit.ly/4768EEo
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Key work is being carried out by Touchlight, which has collaborated with the UK’s University of Nottingham to supply dbDNA technology to help develop a next-generation vaccine against the Zika virus. Find out more about their work here: bit.ly/4cIsR49
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According to a recent report by Visa Consulting & Analytics, the B2B commercial payments market represents a huge $145tn opportunity. SMBs are embracing new technologies in the space and driving innovation through demand. More insights on this here: bit.ly/3Zcepyx
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Some stark numbers from Crunchbase showing that funding for Chinese start-ups fell by 42% from Q1 to Q2. A lack of early-stage funding means the country is on track for its weakest year of venture funding since 2014. More here: bit.ly/3MrzWvf
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New data from Stripe shows how they have helped to boost border commerce in Asia, recording a 28% year-on-year increase in the number of Asian businesses that processed $1million or more in payment volume on their platform. Find out more here: bit.ly/3ATE2d2
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Interesting guides for business owners published recently from the U.S. Plastics Pact to advance the circular economy, providing clear, actionable advice on designing for recyclability, reuse and compostability. More in the article: bit.ly/3AHPyrT

U.S. Plastics Pact releases guides to advance circular economy for plastics

The U.S. Plastics Pact release Design for Circularity Playbooks, aiming to create a guide for the lifecycle of plastics in the United States.

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“What interests me is the evolution, the de-risking, and the stage-by-stage meta morphosis of a business into something that is simply inherently more profitable.” Read more in my book, Billions to Bust and Back: bit.ly/3X89nAh
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AI is set to reshape gaming, slashing development costs & speeding up releases. This piece in the FT says AI tools will streamline everything from animation to gameplay testing, meaning more games, fewer flops, and bigger opportunities. Read here: t.ly/9Kacz

AI could actually change the gaming industry

The technology is expected to slash the fat budgets that have been required to develop every new game

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The UK fintech sector needs support from the upcoming government to maintain global leadership. Calls include fostering innovation beyond London, promoting open banking, & incentivising tech partnerships to boost productivity. Read more: tinyurl.com/zf9e54ts

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Exciting times ahead as @TIER_Mobility and @ridedott merge to form TIER-Dott! This union promises more sustainable transport options in cities worldwide. Looking forward to their shared vision for a greener future! Read more: tinyurl.com/3ezmznat
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Many neobanks are exploring Generative AI, weighing the benefits of personalised experiences against the risks of unreliable advice. Is fintech ready for this leap? Precision & safety are crucial in this industry, so is it worth the risk? Read more: shorturl.at/EZzgo

European neobanks take a gamble on AI chatbots - will it pay off?

Europe's neobanks initially exercised caution with generative AI. Now, a small group of challenger banks are willing to take the leap.

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Interesting saga of the Six Billion Dollar Gold Scam. The disappearance of Michael de Guzman at the world's largest gold discovery site is a captivating mystery of greed and intrigue. Podcast here: tinyurl.com/4yzzb9as

BBC - The Six Billion Dollar Gold Scam - Available now

Available episodes of The Six Billion Dollar Gold Scam

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