June 28, 2025

Authors call on publishers to limit their use of AI

An open letter from authors including Lauren Groff, Lev Grossman, R.F. Kuang, Dennis Lehane, and Geoffrey Maguire calls on book publishers to pledge to limit their use of AI tools, for example by committing to only hire human audiobook narrators.

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Privacy will die to deliver us the thinking and knowing computer

October 30, 2023

We’re getting a a first proper look at much-hyped Humane’s “AI pin” (whatever that is) on November 9, and personalized AI memory startup Rewind is launching a pendant to track not only your digital but also your physical life sometime in the foreseeable future. Buzz abounds about OpenAI’s Sam Altman meeting with Apple’s longtime design […]

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ChatGPT for career growth? Practica introduces AI-based career coaching and mentorship

October 30, 2023

Can an AI be your mentor? That’s what a startup called Practica believes. The company, which evolved out of a marketplace for one-on-one executive coaching, has now launched an AI system built on top of an existing knowledge base it developed over the years spent with a large group of human coaches. The resulting AI […]

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How to Expand Your Market and Reach More Customers for Your Ecommerce Business Through Accessibility

October 30, 2023

A solid accessibility plan can help you reach online consumers with disabilities.

Never Stop Learning with a Lifetime of Rosetta Stone and StackSkills for $159.97

October 30, 2023

Save more than $500 on this learning-focused bundle just in time for the holidays.

Magic Johnson Is Officially a Billionaire — Here’s How the Lakers Legend Made His Money

October 30, 2023

Forbes estimates that Johnson’s net worth is now an estimated $1.2 billion.

Welcome back to the SaaS bear market

October 30, 2023

Investors have sold off cloud stocks to the point that they are in bear-market territory when compared to 2023 peaks.

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Get $400 off This 2019 Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

October 30, 2023

A great deal on a refurbished laptop (regularly $844) available through October.

The Widespread Return to Office Has Spiked Sales for One Fresh-Smelling Product

October 30, 2023

Deodorant sales are on the rise as people forgo remote work.

Struggling With Productivity? You Just Need to Give Yourself Fewer Options.

October 30, 2023

How reducing decision options can lead to more efficient scheduling and enhanced performance.

The Most Successful Entrepreneurs Adopt This Mindset to Unlock Success. You Can, Too, By Following These 4 Tips.

October 30, 2023

A daily “win” that separates the most accomplished entrepreneurs is the ability to control and adapt their mindset. Discover how to develop an adaptable mindset by following these four tips.