An in-depth look at the Mass. rental market (April)
Prices are rising in some Boston neighborhoods, like Roxbury, West Roxbury, and Mission Hill, while they are falling in areas such as Beacon Hill and South Boston. [ more ]
2023 Year in Review: AI/LLMs, Tech Leadership, Platform Engineering, and Architecture + Data
QCon London 2024 is a conference taking place in April 2024 that covers topics like software architectures, generative AI, platform engineering, observability, and the secure software supply chain.
The hosts of the InfoQ podcast reflect on 2023 and discuss upcoming topics for the coming year, ranging from culture to cloud and from languages to LLMs. [ more ]
Packaging design trends for 2024 include moving parts, shadow play, and subtle details.
Design studio Olsson Barbieri created interlocking boxes for Stereoscope's coffee collection to enhance the unboxing experience and improve sustainability. [ more ]
Sexily ever after: how romance bookstores took over America
Romance novel bookstores are experiencing a quiet but rapid growth trend across the US.
Social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, as well as word of mouth, are driving customers to these bookstores without the need for marketing. [ more ]
Nescafe has undergone a rebranding, but the changes appear minor compared to the latest trends in coffee packaging design.
Coffee packaging design has become more stylized and focused on niche flavors and exclusive packaging, which Nescafe's new look may not align with. [ more ]
Trends in AI development and their impact on investment strategies
Investors need to understand AI development trends and their implications for investment strategies.
Key trends in AI development include advancements in natural language processing, enhanced AI algorithms for predictive analytics, and the growing utilization of AI in various industries. [ more ]
Organizations will face significant challenges in 2024, including inflation, geopolitical turmoil, and controversy over DEI and return-to-work policies.
Employers who navigate these trends successfully will retain top talent and gain a competitive advantage. [ more ]