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Cloak Wins $75,000 Perlman Grand Prize in Venture Lab Startup Challenge
PHILADELPHIA, May 5, 2026 – The University of Pennsylvania’s Venture Lab is proud to announce the winner of its tenth annual Startup Challenge: Cloak, founded by Rishi Ambavanekar, ENG’29, W’29, and Tyler Sacharow, C’29. Cloak works with publishers, ranging from news to novels to screenplays, to protect content against AI scraping. The startup’s algorithm offers either ...Read More
Kheyti Wins $250,000 Lipman Family Grand Prize
Barefoot College International and Food for All Africa Win $150,000 Each PHILADELPHIA, April 20, 2026 – Kheyti has been named the grand prize winner of the 2026 Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize. Chosen from over 300 applicants around the globe, Kheyti stood out as the only social enterprise offering full-service greenhouse solutions specifically designed for ...Read More
Wharton Online Launches Digital Strategy in the Era of AI Certificate
A four-course, self-paced program designed to help professionals lead digital transformation and make better decisions with AI PHILADELPHIA, April 9, 2026 – Wharton Online today announced the launch of its new Digital Strategy in the Era of AI Certificate, a fully online, self-paced credential designed to help professionals navigate digital disruption, evaluate where AI creates real ...Read More
Wharton in the News
Why Some People Are Allergic to ‘Peanut Butter Raises’
The New York Times | May 10, 2026
Prof. Peter Cappelli explains how the notion of raises based on merit evolved over time.
What’s behind the rise of ‘doom spending’?
Financial Times | May 9, 2026
Prof. Wendy De La Rosa explores why even those with a high level of financial literacy succumb to spending splurges.
The Era of the Tiger Mom Is Over. Enter the Beta Mom.
The Wall Street Journal | May 8, 2026
Prof. Corinne Low discusses shifting expectations for moms.
Tech CEOs Say They No Longer Need So Many Managers
Inc. | May 7, 2026
Prof. Ronnie Lee discusses his research on “flat” management structures.
How Dauphin County insiders turned public funds into private gains
PennLive | May 6, 2026
Prof. Dan Garrett provides perspective on municipal bond underwriting.
GameStop offers more than $50 billion in cash and stock to acquire eBay
Marketplace | May 4, 2026
Prof. Paul Nary shares his thoughts on GameStop’s unlikely offer to acquire eBay.
The 100 Best & Brightest MBAs: Class Of 2026
Poets & Quants | May 3, 2026
Three WG’26s are featured in this annual celebration of MBAs who personify academic excellence, community leadership, and professional potential.
Wharton panel examines economic impact of major sporting events in Philadelphia this year
The Daily Pennsylvanian | May 1, 2026
Prof. Kevin Kaiser led a panel discussion on how major sporting events impact host cities.
AI Slop Is Flooding Academic Journals. A Top Journal Measured It
Forbes | April 30, 2026
Prof. Claudine Gartenberg’s new research reveals that while submissions to research journals have increased significantly since ChatGPT’s launch, the quality of writing has declined.
Medicaid cuts could leave parents struggling to find pediatric care
Marketplace | April 28, 2026
Prof. Diane Alexander discusses her research on how Medicaid cuts impact access to care.