Jeff Bezos & John Elkann: "Entrepreneurs need to be optimistic, almost to the point of delusion."
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In this exclusive conversation from Italian Tech Week 2025 (1-3, October 2025 | OGR Torino), titled "Dreaming and Building", Jeff Bezos and John Elkann sit down to discuss the intersection of innovation, leadership, and the future of technology.
From the necessity of "delusional optimism" in startups to why kindness is a harder choice than cleverness, this dialogue offers a masterclass in long-term thinking. They explore the rapidly growing European tech ecosystem, the horizontal impact of AI, and why the next frontier of infrastructure is being built in space.
Key highlights include:
Optimism as a Duty: Why entrepreneurs must embrace the "hard" things.
Kindness vs. Cleverness: A lesson on applying technology with a human touch.
Bits and Atoms: How Europe is leading at the intersection of software and physical engineering.
The AI Revolution: Why productivity is about to shift across every industry.
Advice for Founders: Why you should learn the "business of excellence" before starting your own.
Whether you are a founder, an investor, or a tech enthusiast, these insights from two of the world's most influential leaders provide a roadmap for navigating the future.
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