How a 20-Year-Old Convinced a Billion-Dollar Ice Cream Brand to Take a Chance On Him
Alex Smith convinced Häagen-Dazs to plant a flag in Baltimore before anyone believed in it. Two decades later, he’s still proving people wrong.
The Download: the first brain implant power user and South Korea’s AI obsession
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. This man with ALS is the first “power user” of a brain implant that lets him speak Casey Harrell has had a set of electrodes embedded in his brain for almost…
Self-driving tech supplier Mobileye wants to be part of the robotaxi revolution — again
The Israeli tech company and Intel subsidiary said it will launch its own robotaxi service in a U.S. city in 2027.
Entrepreneurs Fail Every Day, Not Because Their Product Failed — But Because Their Story Lacked the One Thing Buyers Need to Say Yes
Founders pour resources into product, engineering and go-to-market, but routinely underinvest in messaging.
Snap finally debuts its long awaited AR glasses, Specs, and, oof, they aren’t cheap
After many years, Snap is finally launching its next consumer-focused smart glasses line.
Sixty percent of U.S. consumers say ‘AI’ in brand messaging is a turnoff, survey finds
WordPress VIP’s latest survey suggests consumers are wary of AI-generated answers even as companies increasingly view AI search as an important referral channel.
My Startup Hit a $120 Million Valuation — Everything Came Down to These 4 First-Year Decisions
Your first year as a founder isn’t defined by your idea — it’s shaped by the structural decisions you make early. Learn the four critical choices that determine control, runway, momentum, and long-term survivability.
How to Know Whether Your Company’s Success Is Sustainable — or Just Dependent on You
Companies built around one leader rarely last. A clear, long-term strategy anchored in purpose keeps the business relevant through generations.
Too Many Business Owners Have Forgotten the Basics – Here Are 3 You Can’t Ignore
Making a good first impression, promoting yourself in your community and staying positive help lay the foundation on which successful businesses are built.
Your Prospect Has Already Decided Before Your Sales Process Even Begins. Here’s How to Influence What Shapes Their Decision.
Your prospect has already Googled you, asked around and formed an opinion before your first meeting. Here’s how to make sure what they find works in your favor.
What Overemployment Reveals About the Modern Workforce — and What Leaders Should Do About It
Employees holding multiple jobs may seem like a compliance issue on the surface, but the real story is what the trend reveals about trust, retention and the future of work.