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Disruptive Innovation

The theory that influenced Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, and Andy Grove, Disruptive Innovation describes a process by which a product or service takes root in simple applications at the bottom of the market and then relentlessly moves upmarket.

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AI and Disruptive Innovation

Christensen Institute
July 15, 2024
On “Wither Non-consumption” and the myth of market creation

Efosa Ojomo
June 28, 2024
Looking beyond the hype: AI won’t transform classrooms, but it will help transform education.

Thomas Arnett
June 17, 2024
How can President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum help struggling Mexicans?

Sandy Sanchez
June 13, 2024
Can AI technology really create global prosperity? (part 1)

Efosa Ojomo, Sandy Sanchez
June 10, 2024
When it comes to development, is anticipatory action better than reaction?

Sandy Sanchez
June 5, 2024
What does Disruptive Innovation Theory have to say about AI?

Michael B. Horn
June 3, 2024
Stewardship in AI: Our new series helps see into the future

Ann Christensen
June 3, 2024
The literacy and numeracy revolution happening in Malawi

Efosa Ojomo
May 16, 2024
Generative AI will fuel loneliness: Do we care enough to combat it?

Ann Somers Hogg
May 2, 2024
Infographic: The different types of innovation
Infographic: Is it really disruptive?

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