SpaceX’s Starlink secures more spectrum and airlines as it passes 8 million customers
The internet provider has bought more ‘direct to cell’ spectrum licenses from EchoStar and struck a deal with the owner of British Airways.
The Download: brain-melting heatwaves and unprecedented OpenAI restrictions
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. Heat waves mess with your brain. Scientists are trying to figure out why. —Jessica Hamzelou It’s been hot in London this week. Really hot. A dangerous heat wave has hit Western…
Meta brings its short-form video feed of AI slop to Europe
Meta says that since the launch of Vibes, media generation in the Meta AI app has jumped more than tenfold.
How to Protect Your Brand’s Humanity to Avoid Drowning in the Sea of AI Sameness
Here’s why brands must maintain, and even fight for, their authenticity as AI floods the market with uninspired content.
He Went From Food Stamps to Co-Founding a $9.3 Billion Startup. Here’s Why He Walked Away.
Joe Spector immigrated to the U.S. as a child and co-founded Hims & Hers. There was just one problem.
Subtle Computing’s voice isolation models help computers understand you in noisy environments
Subtle Computing has raised $6M in seed funding to build voice isolation models. The startup plans to announce a hardware device next year.
Italian political consultant says he was targeted with Paragon spyware
WhatsApp notified the consultant, who works for left-wing politicians, that his phone was targeted with spyware made by Paragon.
Hybrid Work Exposed This Leadership Blind Spot. Here’s How to Fix It Before It’s Too Late.
The real leadership shortage now isn’t productivity or engagement. It’s clarity, and those who excel in it will shape the next decade of leadership success.
This Ownership Shift is Going to Open Global Wealth to Everyone
From real estate in Belgrade to digital art in Manila, tokenization is redefining ownership for billions who’ve been excluded from traditional finance.
Cut Business Energy Expenses With Smart Thermostat Technology for $100
Automated temperature control can help reduce utility bills while maintaining comfort.
AI and Cost-Cutting Lead to the Worst October Layoffs in 22 Years
In October, U.S. companies announced the highest number of layoffs for the month since October 2003.