The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

Reuters and Fast Company Contributor|Published

Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.

Why AI in dating apps gives users the ‘ick

Eve Upton-Clark|Published

A survey found 82% of Gen Zers and 87% of millennials are using AI in their dating lives.

Why Makate's fight for recognition matters in tech innovation

Wesley Diphoko|Published

As the 'Please Call Me' settlement unfolds, its implications extend far beyond monetary value.

Apple's new era: Satellite connectivity, advanced Siri, and an entry-level MacBook

Fast Company Contributor|Published

Apple is on the brink of a technological revolution, introducing satellite-powered devices, an upgraded Siri, and an affordable MacBook to broaden its market reach. ...

Why AI spending, not AI itself, is leading to job losses

Jeffrey Funk|Published

Despite decades of predictions that AI would replace human workers, recent studies suggest that it's not AI itself causing layoffs, but rather the excessive spending ...

How to adjust Apple's Liquid Glass in iOS 26

Michael Grothaus|Published

Discover how Apple's new Liquid Glass design in iOS 26 transforms your iPhone experience. While some users love the fresh look, others find it challenging.

This is why networking is still the most powerful tool in business

Lydia Fenet|Published

Discover how networking can fuel your business growth and learn essential strategies to connect effectively.

Revamping Apple TV: The creative process behind the new logo

Grace Snelling|Published

Discover how Apple TV's new branding, crafted with practical effects and a nod to its design heritage, brings a vibrant touch to its identity.

The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

Reuters and Fast Company Contributor|Published

Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.

From failure to success: Key lessons for entrepreneurs

Daniel Rubin|Published

Discover how decades in the shoe trade taught me invaluable lessons about failure and success in entrepreneurship. Learn why recognising the viability of your business ...

Are technology stocks facing a downturn amid AI bubble concerns?

Jennifer Mattson|Published

With layoffs climbing to a 20-year October high and hedge fund icon Michael Burry shorting Nvidia and Palantir, the hype machine is sputtering.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reports strong demand for Blackwell chips amid AI boom

Reuters|Published

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announces unprecedented demand for Blackwell chips, driven by AI advancements, while highlighting the crucial role of TSMC in meeting this ...

Google's urgent advice: Why 2.5 billion Gmail users should stop using passwords

Jason Aten|Published

Google's recent warning to its 2.5 billion Gmail users is not just about changing passwords; it's a call to abandon them altogether.

The most useful mobile AI apps you should try

Jeremy Caplan|Published

Explore the most innovative mobile AI apps that can enhance your productivity and creativity. Discover their standout features and how they can transform your daily ...

The impact of AI on local journalism

Pete Pachal|Published

Explore how generative AI is reshaping local journalism, revealing both the challenges and opportunities it presents for news reporting.

Exploring AI's role in democracy: Here are 5 essential insights

Next Big Idea Club|Published

Discover how AI is reshaping democracy with five crucial insights from Bruce Schneier and Nathan Sanders' new book, exploring its potential to empower or oppress ...

Forward-deployed engineers: A new role in the evolving AI job market

Sarah Bregel|Published

Discover how AI is reshaping the job market, with postings for forward-deployed engineers skyrocketing by 800%.

Watch VideoXpeng Aeroht unveiled its first flying car in Dubai: A closer look at the 'Land Aircraft Carrier'

Fast Company Contributor|Published

Chinese manufacturer Xpeng Aeroht unveiled its first manned flying car, the ‘Land Aircraft Carrier’, in Dubai.

Silicon Valley’s vision for the future is broken—and this is how it can be fixed

Jesus Diaz|Published

Nick Foster critiques Silicon Valley's obsession with science fiction, arguing that its vision of the future is fundamentally flawed and offers insights into how ...