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Most Leaders Misunderstand Authenticity — and It’s Costing Them Credibility With Key Stakeholders

May 23, 2026

Authenticity in leadership isn’t about self-expression but disciplined consistency. In a polarized environment, leaders who hold their ground earn trust, while those swayed by the wrong voices quietly erode it decision by decision.

AI is being used to resurrect the voices of dead pilots

May 22, 2026

People used AI on a spectrogram image of cockpit recordings to reconstruct them, forcing the NTSB to temporarily block access to its docket system.

SpaceX launches Starship V3 for the first time, but loses booster on return

May 22, 2026

The company had a mostly successful first launch of its upgraded Starship V3, which it needs to power its many ambitious goals in the years to come.

Blue Origin cleared to fly New Glenn mega-rocket after April mishap

May 22, 2026

Jeff Bezos’ rocket company confirmed an engine failure led to the loss of an AST SpaceMobile satellite last month, but offered little detail.

5 Lessons I’ve Learned From Resilient Companies Before Crisis Strikes

May 22, 2026

Every business will face disruption — companies that prepare early by building adaptable systems, strengthening leadership depthi and responding quickly to change are the ones that outperform when conditions get tough.

The Invisible Barriers That Are Sabotaging Your Company’s Scalability

May 22, 2026

Learn how small frictions slow your company’s growth — and how you can remove unnecessary barriers to scale more effectively.

Google goes for the glitter with disco-ball icons: ‘Are y’all sure you still want this?’

May 22, 2026

You can now disco ball-ify your entire Pixel homescreen, says Google.

AI Is Describing Your Company Behind Your Back — Is It Being Honest?

May 22, 2026

AI engines are explaining your company before buyers click your site, read your pitch deck or talk to sales. If that answer is vague, outdated or missing, that is now your real first impression.

Why This Veteran Founder Put Out a Music Video, Not a Discount Code, This Memorial Day

May 22, 2026

Mat Best opens up about the loss, discipline, and sense of mission behind Black Rifle Coffee’s new “Folded Flag” video—and what entrepreneurs can learn from building a brand with grit and purpose.

I Saw a $40M Revenue Business Say No to a Peak Exit — and Watched Its Valuation Get Cut in Half After “One More Year.” Here’s How to Get Timing Right

May 22, 2026

Every company has a moment when it’s most valuable. The question is whether you’ll recognize it or watch it pass. Timing is 50% of the value.

The Download: brain-melting heatwaves and unprecedented OpenAI restrictions