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Knowledge@Wharton

Shedding Light on Kerosene Use in Developing Nations

New Wharton research looks at why kerosene is used widely in countries with undeveloped electricity grids – and why innovative alternatives aren’t gaining traction.

September 22, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Why Elon Musk Is Like Alfred Escher

Tesla is worth more than other major U.S. automakers despite having a fraction of their sales. A Silicon Valley venture capitalist explains why he believes Tesla is still undervalued.

September 22, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

How Big Data and Analytics Can Transform Manufacturing

Big data and analytics will entirely transform the manufacturing industry, says Jon Sobel, co-founder and CEO of Sight Machine.

September 21, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Why the Fintech Game Has Just Begun

Steve McLaughlin, CEO of fintech investment bank FT Partners, talks about the opportunities he sees in the sector.

September 21, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

‘Woo, Wow, and Win’: Designing a Captivating Customer Experience

Companies carefully design their products, but they also need to design the customer experience, according to the book, “Woo, Wow, and Win.”

September 21, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Is It Time for U.S. Citizens to Learn More About the World?

The world has long come to America. Now it is time for America to go to the world, writes Wharton Dean Geoffrey Garrett in this opinion piece.

September 20, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

Why Sports Stadiums Have Morphed into Entertainment Centers

From kid zones to luxury suites, stadiums have adopted new marketing ploys but remain dear to fans’ hearts, says author Rafi Kohan.

September 20, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

After Equifax, Can Our Data Ever Be Safe?

The Equifax hacking has highlighted the risks consumers face when using their Social Security numbers for verification. Is there a better alternative?

September 19, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

How to Avoid the Perils of Political Forecasting

Wharton’s Philip Tetlock discusses the widening chasm between science-based political forecasting and the sound bites from pundits that often miss the mark.

September 19, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

How Can Apple Remain on Top?

Is Apple’s latest batch of new products enough to keep the company moving forward, or is it finally losing momentum after years of ruling the gadget world?

September 15, 2017   |   Knowledge@Wharton

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