Jorge Amar on Agentic AI: “First, there clearly needs to be a rationale from the business: customer support, marketing, sales, HR. They would define, “What is the need for an AI capacity?” and decide, “What are the parameters of what this AI capability needs to perform?” Then they would work with their IT or AI function to either develop or procure their agentic capabilities. In many cases, the specificity and complexity of these AI capabilities will require these companies to develop their agent capabilities in-house, because they cannot find them in the market. It’s going to be a hybrid situation. Once that capability exists, you have to onboard and train that agent, which we call “tuning” an agent. Tuning the agent requires a number of things: a good articulation and understanding of the process you are trying to “agentize,” as well as a subject matter expert who really understands the ins and outs.”
NYTimes: “One of the traits most closely associated with creativity is being open to new experiences. Some people don’t naturally lean that way, but as with all aspects of creativity, openness can be developed. In a sense, you’ve been practicing all week: Maybe you tried intentional daydreaming on your drive to work, or drew a hairy belly button on a blank circle. If those activities felt slightly out of your comfort zone, that’s the point. Experts say the easiest way to become more open is to try something new. The “something new” can be tiny, a minor tweak to your routine. Even taking a different route on your daily walk or ordering red snapper for the first time at your regular restaurant counts.”
Kearny: “India’s retail landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, shaped by shifting consumer expectations, digital acceleration, and the growing need for convenience. Among the most transformative developments in this space is quick commerce, a disruptive model that is redefining how consumers shop, how brands engage with their audiences, and how supply chains operate to meet the rising demand for instant fulfillment. As quick commerce gains traction, its impact extends far beyond just fast deliveries. It is reshaping the grocery industry by fueling incremental demand, influencing purchasing behaviors, and unlocking new opportunities for businesses and employment. In this report, we delve into these crucial aspects, providing data-driven insights into its value proposition, pricing dynamics, and broader implications for the industry. We also examine how quick commerce is not merely shifting sales between channels but contributing to market expansion and the economy.”
John Arnold on philanthropy: “I think there’re a lot of similarities to private equity or venture capital. This is mostly a money allocation venture. We have some components of being an operating foundation and a lot of internal expertise on areas, and we do a lot of consulting with policymakers internally, but the majority of the effort is in making grants. The question on making grants is very similar to the questions on making investments. It’s what field do I want to be in? What team do I want to back? What’s their theory of change? Do I believe it? What components of their organization do they need help in? And do we need to supplement or require them to supplement with our resources in order to maximize the chance of success?”
