The best distraction blockers to jumpstart your focus in the new year
Whether you need to limit social media scrolling or block off time to be productive, there are different tools that can help you stay on task
The Download: squeezing more metal out of aging mines, and AI’s truth crisis
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. Microbes could extract the metal needed for cleantech In a pine forest on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the only active nickel mine in the US is nearing the end of its life. At a…
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Build practical, real-world communication skills designed to give professionals an edge.
AI Wrapped: The 14 AI terms you couldn’t avoid in 2025
If the past 12 months have taught us anything, it’s that the AI hype train is showing no signs of slowing. It’s hard to believe that at the beginning of the year, DeepSeek had yet to turn the entire industry on its head, Meta was better known for trying (and failing) to make the metaverse…
Nvidia acquires AI chip challenger Groq for $20B, report says
With Groq on its side, Nvidia is poised to become even more dominant in chip manufacturing.
AI Won’t Fix Your People Problems — Here’s What I’m Seeing Inside Franchises and Frontline Teams
Artificial Intelligence is changing how businesses operate. Emotional Intelligence is still what makes them succeed.
The year data centers went from backend to center stage
Data centers are no longer the boring tech issue they once were.
How to Build an ADA-Compliant Website — and Avoid Costly Legal Fees
A practical founder’s guide to ADA website compliance, covering tools, timelines, real costs, WCAG 2.1 AA standards and how to protect your business from lawsuits.
The 3-Phase Framework for Turning a Cyberattack Into a Strategic Advantage
Learn how your company can turn a data loss event into an organizational transformation.
The European startup market’s data doesn’t match its energy — yet
Europe’s startup market hasn’t produced meaningful numbers but there is reason to believe the data will start to change.
MacBook Air M1 Deal Helps Entrepreneurs Cut Costs Without Sacrificing Performance
The Apple M1 chip offers 3.5x faster CPU performance and 18-hour battery life.