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The Illusion of Luck: Economist Judd Kessler Unveils the Hidden Markets That Engineer Success
Wharton School economist Judd Kessler is challenging the conventional wisdom that attributes success to mere chance. In his latest book, "Lucky by Design," and a recent appearance on the "Daily Creative" podcast, Kessler argues that what many perceive as "luck" is, in fact, a carefully cultivated skill—the ability to navigate and leverage "hidden markets." These […]
The High-Stakes Battle: Are Prediction Markets "Truth Machines" or Unlicensed Gambling Platforms?
Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have emerged as formidable players in the financial technology landscape, boldly asserting their role as "truth machines" capable of distilling collective intelligence on everything from electoral outcomes to interest rate fluctuations. Yet, beneath this veneer of sophisticated financial innovation lies another, more contentious identity: that of massive sports betting […]
Ecommerce Innovation Pulse: New Tools for B2B Markets, Agentic Marketing, and AI-Driven Global Trade
The global ecommerce landscape is currently undergoing a rapid transformation characterized by the convergence of generative artificial intelligence, agentic workflows, and the continued digitalization of B2B secondary markets. This week, a series of product launches and strategic partnerships from industry leaders and emerging startups have signaled a shift toward "agentic commerce"—a model where AI agents […]