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Social media marketing
fromVogue
1 hour ago

Will AI Kill the Creator Economy?

AI-generated influencers like Aitana Lopez are reshaping the fashion and beauty industries, blurring the lines between reality and digital creation.
#creator-economy
Media industry
fromForbes
9 hours ago

Fixated Acquires Studio71 To Build The Creator Economy Stack

The creator economy is shifting from access to ownership, focusing on building enduring media companies rather than just monetizing platforms.
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
4 days ago

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
1 hour ago

Vibes over metrics: Why more creators are holding IRL events to own their audience

IRL creator events are essential for creators to engage and build their brands beyond social media.
Media industry
fromDigital Trends
1 week ago

The influencer economy's invisible workers are first in line for the AI chop

The creator economy relies on a hidden labor force and AI tools to produce content efficiently, often at the expense of workers' roles.
Media industry
fromForbes
9 hours ago

Fixated Acquires Studio71 To Build The Creator Economy Stack

The creator economy is shifting from access to ownership, focusing on building enduring media companies rather than just monetizing platforms.
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
4 days ago

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
1 hour ago

Vibes over metrics: Why more creators are holding IRL events to own their audience

IRL creator events are essential for creators to engage and build their brands beyond social media.
Media industry
fromDigital Trends
1 week ago

The influencer economy's invisible workers are first in line for the AI chop

The creator economy relies on a hidden labor force and AI tools to produce content efficiently, often at the expense of workers' roles.
more#creator-economy
#ai
Women in technology
fromFortune
4 days ago

In the future, will there be any work left for people to do? | Fortune

Competing against IBM's Watson in Jeopardy! demonstrates the advanced cognitive capabilities of AI.
Startup companies
fromFortune
3 days ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.
Silicon Valley
fromTNW | Opinion
1 day ago

Op-Ed: SaaS is not dead. You are just being sold the funeral

AI will not replace human creativity and traditional software is not dead despite prevailing narratives.
Women in technology
fromFortune
4 days ago

In the future, will there be any work left for people to do? | Fortune

Competing against IBM's Watson in Jeopardy! demonstrates the advanced cognitive capabilities of AI.
Startup companies
fromFortune
3 days ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.
Silicon Valley
fromTNW | Opinion
1 day ago

Op-Ed: SaaS is not dead. You are just being sold the funeral

AI will not replace human creativity and traditional software is not dead despite prevailing narratives.
more#ai
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
15 hours ago

How to Build a Business That Can Be Rebuilt in a Weekend

Smart entrepreneurs use a modular approach, allowing businesses to adapt quickly to market changes, similar to reconfiguring a Lego set.
Privacy professionals
fromDigiday
1 hour ago

Future of TV Briefing: The ambitious and alarming proposal fix to TV and streaming's identity crisis

Identity Infrastructure 2.0 aims to improve identity mechanisms in TV and streaming but raises significant privacy concerns for viewers.
Marketing tech
fromInman
5 hours ago

Brokerage storefronts become ad networks with Smartify

Brokerage storefronts are transforming into media channels, allowing real estate firms to monetize high-traffic locations through digital advertising.
#meta
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.
Tech industry
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

Meta Plans Up to 8,000 Job Cuts in New Round of Layoffs

Meta is preparing to lay off about 8,000 employees in a significant workforce reduction starting May 20.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.
Tech industry
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

Meta Plans Up to 8,000 Job Cuts in New Round of Layoffs

Meta is preparing to lay off about 8,000 employees in a significant workforce reduction starting May 20.
more#meta
#entrepreneurship
Productivity
fromForbes
15 hours ago

Break The 9-5 Cycle And Grow Your Business While Traveling The World

Break free from the 9-5 mindset to design a business that aligns with your lifestyle and values.
Productivity
fromForbes
15 hours ago

Break The 9-5 Cycle And Grow Your Business While Traveling The World

Break free from the 9-5 mindset to design a business that aligns with your lifestyle and values.
more#entrepreneurship
Venture
fromFast Company
1 day ago

I used to be a VC. Now I've found a better way to build a company

Many successful companies raised minimal VC funding, challenging the notion that large investments are necessary for success.
Graphic design
fromMedium
18 hours ago

How design leaders influence decisions without being in the room

Effective design communication requires clear annotations to convey decisions, hypotheses, and outcomes.
Psychology
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.
#apple
Apple
fromwww.businessinsider.com
11 hours ago

Apple's CEO change has analysts wondering about its future in Hollywood

John Ternus must decide the future of Apple TV amidst Apple's focus on hardware and core business strengths.
Apple
fromComputerworld
17 hours ago

With John Ternus as CEO, expect Apple's platforms to proliferate

John Ternus will become Apple's new CEO on Sept. 1, succeeding Tim Cook who will become chairman of the board.
Apple
fromwww.businessinsider.com
11 hours ago

Apple's CEO change has analysts wondering about its future in Hollywood

John Ternus must decide the future of Apple TV amidst Apple's focus on hardware and core business strengths.
Apple
fromComputerworld
17 hours ago

With John Ternus as CEO, expect Apple's platforms to proliferate

John Ternus will become Apple's new CEO on Sept. 1, succeeding Tim Cook who will become chairman of the board.
more#apple
#energy-crisis
World news
fromThe Conversation
17 hours ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while various countries adopt measures to confront resource scarcity.
Remote teams
fromPhys
2 hours ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while other regions adopt various measures to manage resource scarcity.
World news
fromThe Conversation
17 hours ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while various countries adopt measures to confront resource scarcity.
Remote teams
fromPhys
2 hours ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while other regions adopt various measures to manage resource scarcity.
more#energy-crisis
#layoffs
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Had the Dream Job Everyone Wanted. Then My Peers and I Lost It All.

Mass layoffs in tech have left many experienced professionals feeling humiliated and uncertain about their future job prospects.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
1 day ago

'No idea what tomorrow will look like': In TikTok's 'unemployment diaries,' workers document life after layoffs

Karlee Rea documents her layoff experience and the challenges of job searching in a series of vlogs amid rising unemployment among Gen Z.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Had the Dream Job Everyone Wanted. Then My Peers and I Lost It All.

Mass layoffs in tech have left many experienced professionals feeling humiliated and uncertain about their future job prospects.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
1 day ago

'No idea what tomorrow will look like': In TikTok's 'unemployment diaries,' workers document life after layoffs

Karlee Rea documents her layoff experience and the challenges of job searching in a series of vlogs amid rising unemployment among Gen Z.
more#layoffs
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
12 hours ago

The Art Of Perpetual Onboarding: Why AI Makes The Continuous Model Viable At Last

Onboarding is often mistakenly viewed as complete after 90 days, neglecting ongoing development needs of employees.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
16 hours ago

Doordash Plans to Pay Drivers in Stablecoins Using Tempo Blockchain: Report

Doordash plans to integrate stablecoin payouts for its gig workers, known as Dashers, through the Tempo blockchain, which is designed specifically for stablecoin payments and real-world settlement.
Cryptocurrency
Digital life
fromInc
18 hours ago

People Are Quietly Using AI Instead of Google and It's Changing Everything

AI assistants are becoming the preferred choice over traditional search engines for answering questions.
Music production
fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago

GRAI believes AI can make music more social, not replace artists | TechCrunch

GRAI focuses on empowering artists and enhancing music engagement through AI, prioritizing remixing and social interaction over generating music from scratch.
US Elections
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

High gas prices push more Americans to work from home, poll finds

12% of Americans are working from home more often due to high gas prices.
#side-hustles
Online marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

5 Freelance Writing Side Hustles For People Who Love To Write

Side hustles, especially writing-based ones, are increasingly popular among Americans seeking extra income amid rising living costs and stagnant wages.
Online marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

5 Freelance Writing Side Hustles For People Who Love To Write

Side hustles, especially writing-based ones, are increasingly popular among Americans seeking extra income amid rising living costs and stagnant wages.
more#side-hustles
E-Commerce
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

The delivery fee crackdown is going national from the FTC to Mamdani's NYC settlement

A crackdown on delivery apps is emerging in the US, focusing on pricing transparency and regulation of fees.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 day ago

Two Makers Just Built the Pocket Linux PC Big Tech Refused To Make - Yanko Design

The CyberFold is a foldable clamshell cyberdeck that bears a striking resemblance to an oversized Nintendo Game Boy Advance SP. Inside is a surprisingly capable Linux computer, complete with a touchscreen, a full QWERTY keyboard, stereo speakers, and a proper port selection.
Gadgets
#social-media
fromTechCrunch
14 hours ago
Social media marketing

Bond, a new social media platform, wants to use AI to help you kick your doomscrolling habit | TechCrunch

Bond is a new social media platform designed to reduce screen addiction by encouraging real-world experiences through personalized recommendations.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
14 hours ago

Bond, a new social media platform, wants to use AI to help you kick your doomscrolling habit | TechCrunch

Bond is a new social media platform designed to reduce screen addiction by encouraging real-world experiences through personalized recommendations.
more#social-media
Media industry
fromAxios
20 hours ago

Silicon Valley is building its own news-industrial complex

Elon Musk's X has transformed news into a product for trading and monetization, leading to new platforms like MTS and Objection.AI.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

How Startups Can Outmaneuver Big Companies and Carve Their Own Market

Understanding market systems and building partnerships with incumbents can accelerate startup growth and mitigate risks.
Marketing tech
fromAxios
14 hours ago

Microsoft wants to build the infrastructure behind the AI internet

Microsoft is creating a two-sided marketplace to compensate publishers for content used by AI products, ensuring fair use and collaboration.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.businessinsider.com
20 hours ago

I moved to San Francisco to work in AI. Living here requires sacrifices I gave up normalcy to gain access.

Surrounding oneself with ambitious individuals in San Francisco fuels personal and professional growth in the tech industry.
Careers
fromAxios
19 hours ago

Young people hate today's job market. You can't blame it all on AI

Recent college grads face high unemployment rates due to economic uncertainty and AI's potential impact on entry-level jobs.
#uber
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Uber will now pick up your returns from your doorstep | TechCrunch

Uber launched a new feature allowing customers to return items purchased on Uber Eats from home, enhancing app engagement beyond ride-hailing and delivery.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Uber will now pick up your returns from your doorstep | TechCrunch

Uber launched a new feature allowing customers to return items purchased on Uber Eats from home, enhancing app engagement beyond ride-hailing and delivery.
more#uber
Cryptocurrency
fromForbes
2 days ago

Can Crypto Finally Solve The "Paying For The Internet" Problem?

The traditional ad-based model is being challenged as creators and users seek fairer value distribution in digital platforms.
fromYcombinator
3 days ago
Digital life

Why your company will never scale (or maybe why it will) | Hacker News

User and competitor laziness are key to scaling a business beyond just a product.
fromEntrepreneur
13 hours ago

This Anonymous Posting Strategy Helped Him Build a Big Following - and Led to Investors and Partners Finding Him First

"I felt like that pseudonym gave me some freedom, like some permission to just be my authentic self."
Social media marketing
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromThe Hill
16 hours ago

Hybrid work has stabilized - the Fed's data explain why

Work from home has stabilized significantly above pre-pandemic levels, indicating a structural shift in American work patterns.
Careers
fromForbes
5 days ago

Why Remote Job Postings Are The New Ghost Jobs

Remote job postings often mislead applicants, with many listings being ghost jobs that do not lead to actual hiring.
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago
Remote teams

Why Hybrid Work Feels Harder Than It Should

Organizations face challenges in managing boundary decisions in remote and hybrid work environments, leading to inconsistent expectations and employee dissatisfaction.
Remote teams
fromThe Hill
16 hours ago

Hybrid work has stabilized - the Fed's data explain why

Work from home has stabilized significantly above pre-pandemic levels, indicating a structural shift in American work patterns.
Careers
fromRemotive Blog
1 day ago

[Newsletter] Your Job Search Is Broken - Here's the Fix

Remote job search strategies must evolve to meet new employer expectations and market realities for 2026.
Careers
fromForbes
5 days ago

Why Remote Job Postings Are The New Ghost Jobs

Remote job postings often mislead applicants, with many listings being ghost jobs that do not lead to actual hiring.
Remote teams
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Hybrid Work Feels Harder Than It Should

Organizations face challenges in managing boundary decisions in remote and hybrid work environments, leading to inconsistent expectations and employee dissatisfaction.
more#remote-work
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 hour ago

Agents Play Nice, Ad Tech Does Not; The Cool Kids Click | AdExchanger

Agentic systems require interoperability, but competition among players may hinder industry adoption of new advertising technologies.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Erstwhile Competition; What We Lose By Gamifying The News | AdExchanger

ChatGPT Ads currently lacks advanced targeting options and news publishers are experimenting with gamified news prediction markets.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Shuttered startups are selling old Slack chats and emails to AI companies

Defunct startups are monetizing their digital data by selling it to AI companies, raising significant privacy concerns.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

Deloitte and Zoom cut parental leave and other benefits

Deloitte and Zoom are reducing employee benefits, including parental leave and PTO, potentially influencing other companies to follow suit.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
12 hours ago

Uber, Time and eos are 2026 Future Leader Awards finalists

The Future Leader Awards recognize emerging leaders with impactful contributions in their industries, emphasizing measurable outcomes and innovative strategies.
Artificial intelligence
fromHarvard Gazette
10 hours ago

Single-minded pursuit of profit can get firms in trouble. Same thing with AI. - Harvard Gazette

AI agents can engage in unethical behavior to maximize profits, demonstrating the need for careful oversight in AI management.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

A decision-making framework for solopreneurs

Solopreneurs should categorize decisions as reversible or irreversible to enhance decision-making speed and effectiveness.
Media industry
fromObserver
4 days ago

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
11 hours ago

Adobe's new AI experiment can whip up a website custom designed for Gen Z

Adobe's Asset Amplify tool generates tailored marketing materials for specific audience segments, enhancing brand design with AI-driven personalization.
Artificial intelligence
fromsfist.com
9 hours ago

AI Store Manager Paying Female Employees Less, Can't Stop Ordering Candles

Andon Labs' AI-run retail store, Andon Market, struggles with direction and profitability, leading to bizarre product choices and customer experiences.
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Why Always Being Available Is Holding Your Business Back

Constant availability hinders leadership and business growth by preventing teams from developing their own judgment.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
15 hours ago

impact.com Expands YouTube Collaboration with Creator Partnerships API Adoption

impact.com expands collaboration with YouTube to enhance creator marketing campaign management using verified data.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
11 hours ago

Chinese Workers Horrified as Bosses Direct Them to Train Their AI Replacements

Mercor hires job-seekers to train AI models that may replace them, reflecting a trend towards automation in the workforce.
Remote teams
Hybrid work models can enhance diversity and inclusion while emphasizing the importance of resilient organizations post-pandemic.
fromBusiness Live
20 hours ago

Manchester e-commerce agencies merge to form Social Paradigm Group

The newly-established Social Paradigm Group is a Manchester-headquartered organisation bringing together paid social, creative, email and proprietary software all under one roof. The new structure has been created through the merger of Paradigm Media and Social Nucleus.
Marketing tech
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
1 day ago

Anthropic bites back in the compute wars with Amazon partnership

Anthropic is investing heavily in compute capacity to enhance its Claude models, competing directly with OpenAI's infrastructure advantage.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The future of work is here, but hiring hasn't caught up

Companies must adopt a skills-first approach to hiring to fill critical roles and access a broader talent pool.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
1 day ago

Ad Tech Briefing: The days of bloat are over, as efficiency drives ad tech's C-suite exodus

Independent ad tech players must adapt or risk failure amid increasing competition from LLMs and evolving market dynamics.
Remote teams
fromThe Queen Zone
1 week ago

More U.S. workers are completely abandoning the traditional 9-to-5: Here are 12 reasons why

The traditional 9-to-5 work model is being replaced by flexible schedules that prioritize work-life balance and mental health.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Top HR leaders warn against using AI as cover for mass layoffs | Fortune

Layoffs due to AI adoption may be shortsighted; companies should focus on redeploying talent instead.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago

The more commodified your job, the more likely AI can do it - lessons from online freelancing

Generative AI is transforming freelance work, impacting demand and wages while also creating new opportunities for skilled freelancers.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

7 AI Tools That Run Your Entire One-Person Business While You Sleep (No Staff, No Code)

AI tools are evolving from automation to autonomy, enabling organizations to make decisions without human intervention.
Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Why Speed Matters More Than Ever in an On-Demand Digital Economy

Speed is a critical competitive factor across digital industries, directly influencing customer satisfaction, trust, and market success.
#gig-economy
Startup companies
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

Hollister Entrepreneur Aims To Disrupt Gig Economy

Tommy Sondgroth launched FAVR, a gig economy app allowing service workers to set their own prices and keep 100% of earnings while offering customers 20-30% savings compared to major platforms.
Startup companies
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

Hollister Entrepreneur Aims To Disrupt Gig Economy

Tommy Sondgroth launched FAVR, a gig economy app allowing service workers to set their own prices and keep 100% of earnings while offering customers 20-30% savings compared to major platforms.
more#gig-economy
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