2024-01-26

The AI-Fueled Future of Work Needs Humans More Than Ever

AI is elbowing its way into ever more jobs, but while how we work will change, people skills will still be the most important factor. [...]

2024-01-24

A Dangerous New Home for Online Extremism

Decentralized Autonomous Organizations, or DAOs, offer independently-minded internet users a safe haven—but it’s also a boon to those with a darker purpose. [...]

2024-01-24

Social Media Is Getting Smaller—and More Treacherous

Fragmented and focused social platforms might be good for helping you find a knitting community. But extremist groups are also using them to normalize darker content. [...]

2024-01-22

AI-Generated Fake News Is Coming to an Election Near You

Targeted, AI-generated political misinformation is already out there—and humans are falling for it. [...]

2024-01-22

A New Way to See Your Climate Anxiety

The climate crisis has become a mental health crisis. But eco-anxiety isn’t necessarily a pathology. [...]

2024-01-19

To Keep Gen Z, Companies Need to Level Up

The old playbook for power and control won’t work to retain Gen Z talent. Instead, employers need to take a cue from Roblox. [...]

2024-01-19

Inequality Is a Health Risk—and It’s Getting Worse

If not addressed by governments, racism, classism, austerity, and more will continue to drive mortality and illness among minorities. [...]

2024-01-17

Big Tech Won’t Let You Leave. Here's a Way Out

The year 2023 saw the “enshittification” of platforms from Facebook to Google Search. A new exit strategy means platforms will have to play nicely with your data, even if you leave for a rival. [...]

2024-01-17

Global Emissions Could Peak Sooner Than You Think

Global deployment of solar and wind power, plus a surge in EV sales, means emissions from fossil-fuel-derived energy will finally hit the downward slope. [...]