John Werner

John Werner

Contributor|AI

John Werner has built a career at the intersection of ideas, networks, and people—turning vision into powerful results. He is a Managing Director and Partner at Link Ventures, where he leads investments in artificial intelligence. Driven by deep curiosity and a passion for

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From Drones To Nuclear Reactors To Robots: An Engineer’s Journey

Autonomous drones, intelligent robotics, and AI are reshaping defense by prioritizing protection over battlefield casualties. 

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Jul 31, 2026

Ethan Mollick Writes AI Agent Guide

Ethan Mollick advises experimenting with AI agents responsibly, emphasizing permissions, paid tools, and real-world delegation. 

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Jul 31, 2026

Uploading Your Brain: What Will It Take?

Researchers are advancing whole-brain emulation by combining neuroscience, AI, and rigorous data to explore consciousness scientifically. 

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Jul 29, 2026

Interviewing Mitch Kapor, Daphne Koller, And Bob Metcalfe In HP Garage

Tech pioneers reflected on Silicon Valley’s origins, innovation, education, networking, and AI’s transformative future. 

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Jul 28, 2026

New Health Data Unlocks Progress

AI-powered wearable health trackers are transforming healthcare by using massive datasets to predict risks, personalize insights, and empower individuals.

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Jul 27, 2026

Hyundai’s Humanoid Plan Illustrates Confusion On Physical AI

Hyundai's robot plans highlight global labor concerns, with unions seeking AI safeguards while U.S. workers remain nonunionized.  POLICY, ENTERPRISE TECH

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Jul 26, 2026

A Dark Horse Company Matures Under The SpaceX Flag

SpaceX’s Cursor acquisition highlights AI-native coding tools’ growing strategic importance beyond today’s most widely recognized AI companies.

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Jul 25, 2026

What Will AI Do To Corporate Governance?

AI is reshaping corporate governance, empowering investors while potentially reinforcing the power of large institutions.

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Jul 24, 2026

Getting Around Privacy Issues With Split Learning

Split learning protects sensitive data by dividing AI model training, enabling collaboration without exposing raw personal information.

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Jul 23, 2026

How Does Medicine Move With AI?

Nancy Oriol argued AI should enhance healthcare while preserving compassionate, hands-on human care and personal connections.