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Kevin Ashton

Kevin Ashton is the author of the new book: How to Fly a Horse—The Secret History of Creation, Invention, and Discovery. 

Science Drives Economy

The Dumbest Question to Ask a Scientist

The scientific discoveries that were made with no thought of making money often turn out to be the most profound science, and, ironically, often lead to a gold mine.

Kevin Ashton

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