Social media follower counts have never mattered less, creator economy execs say
“I think that 2025 was the year where the algorithm completely took over, so followings stopped mattering entirely,” LTK CEO Amber Venz Box said.
The Download: a censorship conspiracy theory and the first virus created by AI
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. How ideas of a vast censorship network moved from the online fringe to Trump policy For years, narratives about a “censorship-industrial complex” spread in right-wing circles. The theory claimed that, under…
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Small Businesses Have the Real AI Advantage. Here’s How They Can Make the Most of It.
Here’s how you can use AI as a decision-making partner so you can think better, personalize at scale and operate like a larger team without losing your voice.
2025 was the year AI got a vibe check
AI’s early-2025 spending spree featured massive raises and trillion-dollar infrastructure promises. By year’s end, hype gave way to a vibe check, with growing scrutiny over sustainability, safety, and business models.
75% of Entrepreneurs Struggle With Delegation. This Framework Will Help You Master It.
Learn when to delegate, what to hand off first and how strategic delegation becomes the thing that drives growth long before you feel “ready” for it.
Plaud Note Pro is an excellent AI-powered recorder that I carry everywhere
Plaud Note Pro is a $179 notetaker, which is an excellent recording device first
Gmail Users Can Finally Do What They’ve Been Asking For Since 2004
Google is rolling out a feature that lets users change their @gmail.com addresses while keeping all their data.
This Niche Japanese Food Franchise Is Opening 20 New Locations After Record Sales Year
Onigilly Japanese Kitchen is hoping to go mainstream with its traditional onigiri rice balls.
Why the electrical grid needs more software
The electrical grid is facing unprecedented stress from the addition of new data centers. Software could offer a cost-effective way to boost reliability and capacity.
‘The Big Short’ Investor Michael Burry Bet $10 Million That AI Stocks Will Crash By 2027
The hedge fund manager famous for predicting the 2008 housing crash is warning investors about Nvidia and Palantir.
AI Is Paying Off in Finance — But Only for Leaders Who Use It the Right Way
Companies that see real AI ROI don’t just buy the right tools. They know exactly how to embed AI into their processes and decision-making.