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Erin Griffith
Correspondent at The New York Times
Erin Griffith is a Correspondent at The New York Times, where she has been reporting since July 2018. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, her primary focus is on technology startups and venture capital, covering the dynamics of the tech industry, including initial public offerings (IPOs) and the challenges faced by startups.13
Career Background
Before joining The New York Times, Griffith held significant roles at several prestigious publications:
- Senior Writer at WIRED (Sep 2017 - Jun 2018)
- Senior Writer at Fortune Magazine (Jan 2014 - Sep 2017), where she authored the "Term Sheet" newsletter and wrote various cover stories.
- Writer at PandoDaily (Jan 2012 - Jan 2014), covering the startup scene in New York.
- Staff Writer at Adweek (Apr 2011 - Jan 2012), focusing on digital media and technology.
- Senior Reporter at Thomson Reuters (Nov 2007 - May 2010), covering private equity and leveraged buyouts.
- Reporter at Mergermarket (Mar 2006 - Nov 2007), where she reported on mergers and acquisitions.234
Education
Erin Griffith graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism, complemented by minors in Philosophy and English, and a certificate in Women's Studies.2
Notable Achievements
Griffith's work has earned her recognition, including awards for her column "Boom with a View" in Fortune. Her writing has also appeared in various other esteemed publications such as The Atlantic and the Los Angeles Times.23
Current Focus
At The New York Times, Griffith continues to explore the evolving landscape of technology and venture capital, contributing insights into startup culture and the industry's broader implications for society.34
Highlights
the sudden shutdown of bowery farms and forward, 2 well-funded unicorn start-ups that ran out of money and either couldn't find a buyer or waited till it was too late, are ominous signs that, despite all the AI/defense exuberance, the post-2021 hangover is still happening
As AI threatens to steal work from artists and replace them, creative people are also finding inspiration in the technology.
For my latest story I checked out a play, comedy show and art museum all dedicated to AI's ethical quandaries, impact, risks, absurdities, even CEOs. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
