John Thornhill
Innovation Editor at Financial Times | Tech Journalism & Startup Insights
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John Thornhill transformed tech journalism by bridging deep reporting with startup ecosystem insights. As Innovation Editor at the Financial Times, he writes an award-winning weekly column exploring technology's profound impact on business and society.
Through founding Sifted, the FT-backed startup platform, Thornhill has become a pivotal voice connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and global innovation trends. His multifaceted career-spanning roles from Moscow correspondent to Europe editor-provides a unique lens into technological transformation and startup ecosystems.
John Thornhill at Slush 2026
John Thornhill at VivaTech 2026
John Thornhill at DLD 2026
John Thornhill at Slush 2025
John Thornhill at Slush 2024
John Thornhill at Hay Festival 2026
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Slush×2 | 2026, 2025 | 🇫🇮Helsinki, Finland |
| VivaTech | 2026 | 🇫🇷Paris, France |
| DLD | 2026 | 🇩🇪Munich, Germany |
| Slush 2024 | 2024 | 🇫🇮Helsinki, Finland |
| Hay Festival |
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