December 20, 2013

Paul Allen: Go Where They’re Not

Paul Allen talks about the process of tackling humanity’s greatest challenges through the collaboration of great minds.

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Paul Allen talks about the process of tackling humanity’s greatest challenges through the collaboration of great minds.

This video is part of the XPRIZE Insights video series that highlights leading thinkers of our time.

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