The nation that emerges as the leader in technology, particularly in AI, in the coming two decades, will be in the commanding position for the global distribution of technology, economic benefits and influence, and thus — values. If Western values are to win globally we must approach AI cautiously but…

A few Critical Climate Technology Breakthroughs Multiplied by “Instigators” is desperately needed 12–15 entrepreneurs, driven by entrepreneurial energy and passion for a vision, and a little bit of luck, could change the climate crisis into societal transformation A dozen or so key technologies/entrepreneurs will make a substantial difference, far more…

Khosla Ventures’ entrepreneurs are responding with amazing diversity to COVID-19 solutions for society’s needs! The COVID-19 pandemic is likely to be one of the biggest disruptions we will face in some time. In this difficult environment, we have found a commonality that makes us incredibly proud to be associated with our portfolio startups: the desire to help the nation and the world combat the…

These are some of the questions that I am most frequently asked. I share my answers below and here on this episode of Harry Stebbings’ podcast. Harry Stebbings: This is the 20 minute VC with me, Harry Stebbings. I’ve wanted to do this episode ever since I started the show…

(Mostly new; a couple from previous years I reread) _________________________________________________________________ Life on the Edge: The Coming of Age of Quantum Biology — Each chapter illustrates one of life’s puzzles and makes you think differently about the world. Would life even be possible without quantum phenomenon like tunneling which we use extensively in semiconductors? Could cells transport potassium as…

Many years ago, when Keith Rabois joined our firm, I wrote this blog in Techcrunch. As we announce that Dan Levin is joining Khosla Ventures as our newest operating partner, I am reminded of why we called our firm a “venture assistance” firm and not a “venture capital” firm when…

A key element of my investment thesis has been that entrepreneurs innovate when institutions can’t — or won’t. That’s especially true in networking, where I’ve been proud to back winners who innovated their way past skeptics to create incredible value in the tech ecosystem. When networking was first rolled out…

Contrary to press reports, free public access has never existed at Martin’s Beach in almost a century (and longer), only paid parking to allow access through the property. But the harassment of the new owners and misperceptions of the situation is new. I want to share my views here and…

We don’t make most of the food we eat, we don’t grow it, anyway. We wear clothes other people make, we speak a language other people developed, we use a mathematics other people evolved and spent their lives building. I mean we’re constantly taking things. It’s a wonderful esctatic feeling…