GE’s Quirky Idea

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GE partnered, invested in, and shared patents with Quirky, a community-led invention platform. The goal was to enable everyday consumers to access connected devices. Would opening GE's patent portfolio to the masses create value for GE, Quirky, and consumers?

Modern Day Map Maker

Geospatial data and analysis were traditionally thought to be difficult-to-access disciplines. Mapbox has unlocked geospatial data for developers, large organizations, and lay people, changing the way map data appears in our daily lives.

Future of Clothing = Renting?

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Founded by two graduates of Harvard Business School, Rent the Runway (“RTR”) is an e-commerce business which is trying to transform the way in which women (particularly millennials) consume fashion. Specifically, the company is using technology to move towards a shared economy for clothing and accessories, encouraging women to rent (as opposed to buy).