The Journal. A Conversation with Alphabet’s Captain of Moonshots
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Jun 4, 2024 
Astro Teller, CEO of Alphabet’s X, leads ambitious projects that aim to solve global challenges. In this conversation, he dives into the transformative potential of AI in fields like healthcare and its ability to enhance creativity. He shares insights on the evolution of self-driving cars at Waymo, emphasizing safety and climate change. Teller also discusses the shift towards a sharing economy facilitated by drone technology, highlighting how it can reshape ownership and enhance community access.
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Moonshot Definition
- Identify a huge problem you want to solve.
- Propose a radical solution that's 10x better than existing ones, backed by a breakthrough technology.
Waymo's Origin
- Waymo, starting as a moonshot at X, tackled car accidents and traffic congestion.
- Initial testing involved completing 10 different 100-mile trips autonomously.
Budgeting Moonshots
- Start by trying to disprove your idea on paper or whiteboard.
- If it survives initial scrutiny, find the cheapest way to test its validity.