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From Allbirds to Smartbird: CEO Nadia Carlsten explains former San Francisco-based shoe brand's shift to AI infrastructure company
By KGO-TV, ABC at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Smartbird CEO Nadia Carlsten spoke with ABC7 about the San Francisco -based company that has transitioned from the Allbirds shoe brand to AI infrastructure.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The shift of Allbirds to Smartbird under CEO Nadia Carlsten marks a significant pivot in the company's direction, from a consumer-facing shoe brand to an AI infrastructure company. This transformation raises questions about the role of technology in San Francisco's business landscape. As a city with a strong presence of tech companies, San Francisco has seen numerous startups and established firms adapt to emerging trends and technologies. The transition of a well-known brand like Allbirds into the AI infrastructure space suggests that the city's business environment continues to evolve, with companies seeking to capitalize on the growing demand for artificial intelligence solutions. The impact of this shift on the local job market and economy will be worth watching, particularly as Smartbird navigates its new focus and potentially creates new opportunities for workers with expertise in AI and related fields.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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