Reed Jobs
Coverage of Reed Jobs in the Nexus archive.
- Reed Jobs says Silicon Valley’s 'energy' has moved to San Francisco thanks to post-pandemic office prices
Reed Jobs argues that San Francisco's affordable post-pandemic commercial real estate has catalyzed tech growth, causing the industry's energy to migrate north of traditional Silicon Valley hubs like Palo Alto. He noted that startups prefer mixed-use and less expensive spaces, citing examples like the Design District compared to more costly areas such as the Financial District. Jobs believes this upheaval was a natural turning point for the city.
- Reed Jobs would rather talk about curing cancer than his last name
Reed Jobs focuses on advancing cancer cures through his venture firm Yosemite, which has grown from a new startup to a team of 17. The biotech industry faces patent expirations for blockbuster drugs, creating new opportunities, while AI has become a core part of Yosemite's operations. Jobs expressed surprise at the company's rapid progress.
- ‘Research here is world class’: son of Steve Jobs looks to invest in UK cancer care
Reed Jobs, son of Steve Jobs, is investing in UK cancer care through his $1bn venture capital fund Yosemite, motivated by his father's death from pancreatic cancer. He aims to transform outcomes and make cancer a non-lethal disease. Reed Jobs' mission is driven by his personal experience.