Alexandra Martel

Scaling the content quality to keep your users pinned

Dreaming about the profound habit disruptions generated by the biggest consumer mobile applications of our generation is what makes me as an entrepreneur always seek for a better understanding of our world. Studying our most primitive habits allows us to identify a pattern that could potentially constitute a powerful opportunity. This understanding allows us to… Read more Scaling the content quality to keep your users pinned

How is artificial intelligence used in social consumer apps?

Artificial intelligence refers to “a broad set of methods, algorithms and technologies that make software ‘smart’ in a way that may seem human-like to an outside observer” (Lynne Parker, director of the division of Information and Intelligent Systems for the National Science Foundation). The buzzword Artificial Intelligence is actually an umbrella for many other concepts… Read more How is artificial intelligence used in social consumer apps?

Could hydrogen-powered cars be a better option than electric cars?

I met with a VC of the Valley right after listening to JB Straubel’s talk (Tesla CTO) about his vision on the challenges of IOT at Stanford, our discussion really raised my attention regarding the business potential of hydrogen. That investor is truly passionate about disruptive innovations and just started researching a lot on the… Read more Could hydrogen-powered cars be a better option than electric cars?

What have been the leading investing trends in IT since 2000?

It is intriguing to see how throughout time we can identify some trends and patterns in the investments driven by Venture Capitalists, may it be in the form that they take or the sector that they are directed to. We hear everyday about Buzzwords such as Artificial Intelligence, Big Data or about this new ‘exploding sector’ of… Read more What have been the leading investing trends in IT since 2000?

Can California collect our personal data from Tech Giants?

I often hear friends complain about the unknown usage of the data that they sprinkle everywhere – while casting a like, pin, swipe, heart (…) – on the most addictive messaging, social or dating apps. A majority of my surroundings thinks that this information should only be theirs, while they spread it frivolously to the… Read more Can California collect our personal data from Tech Giants?