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Predictions for 2027
The five-day office week doesn’t come back; hybrid quietly wins. Our read Likely
Driverless rides give commute time back in more US cities. Our read Leaning yes
AI assistants take the busywork, and you keep the hours. Our read Likely
Video: CNBC Television · “Waymo opens robotaxi service to 'select riders' in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio and Orlando” Our own calls. Opinions, not investment advice.
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Paul Gravette: stories of builders, our predictions and everyday AI
Business Lifestyle Entrepreneur ($3+ billion in sales from personally owned companies) | Private Equity | Family Office | Philanthropy
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Predictions for 2027
The five-day office week doesn’t come back; hybrid quietly wins. Our read Likely
Driverless rides give commute time back in more US cities. Our read Leaning yes
AI assistants take the busywork, and you keep the hours. Our read Likely
Video: CNBC Television · “Waymo opens robotaxi service to 'select riders' in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio and Orlando” Our own calls. Opinions, not investment advice.
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