Journalist & Editor. Writing about AI, startups, and how technology reshapes how we live, work, and think. Contributing editor at The Atlantic. Previously at Wired.
Deep-dive explorations into the big questions shaping our future.
How artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of work, creativity, and human identity.
Silicon Valley's quiet exodus — where the best founders are really building now.
Selected pieces from The Atlantic, Wired, and other publications.
Why the device that defined a generation is quietly fading into obsolescence — and what comes next.
The startup accelerator's pivot toward artificial intelligence reveals something deeper about Silicon Valley's future.
How independent journalists and newsletter writers are filling the gap left by dying local papers.
Why more founders are building billion-dollar companies without employees — and what it means for the future of work.
Where my work has appeared. A selective list of outlets I've written for.
Mentions, quotes, and recognition from the industry.
"One of the best technology writers working today. She sees patterns others miss."
"Her pieces on AI are required reading for anyone who wants to understand where we're headed."
"Elena combines deep reporting with beautiful prose. Rare combination."
Talks, panels, and appearances.
TechCrunch Disrupt · San Francisco
World Economic Forum · Davos
TED · Vancouver
The Atlantic Festival · Washington DC
Feedback from the newsletter and article readers.
"I've been reading tech journalism for 20 years. Elena is in a different league. Her pieces make me think differently about the world."
"The AI Reckoning series should be required reading for every policy maker in Washington."
"I subscribe to 47 newsletters. Yours is the one I actually read every week."
Common questions, answered.
I'm selective about interviews. If your publication has a strong tech audience and a thoughtful editorial process, reach out via email.
Yes, for conferences, companies, and events. I focus on AI, tech policy, and the future of work. Email for rates.
For The Atlantic and Wired, please go through their official pitch guidelines. For other outlets, email me directly with a one-paragraph summary.
4-6 weeks of reporting, 2-3 drafts, fact-checking, and edits. I don't rush. Quality over quantity.
For editorial inquiries, speaking, or just to say hello.
The best way to reach me. I read every email and reply within 48 hours.
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