In the age of AI, paper ballots are more important than everAs AI agents raise fresh concerns about election interference, the humble paper ballot offers a crucial safeguard against digital manipulation. Nov 02 26November 02, 2026Article at Fast Company
6 ways to use AI to actually make you smarterHere's how to use tools like ChatGPT and Claude to build expertise, learn new skills, and think more critically. Oct 21 26October 21, 2026Article at Fast Company
Colossal has take another big step toward bringing back the DodoUsing a new AI tool, the de-extinction company has narrowed down the genetic changes needed to recreate the famously extinct bird. Oct 14 26October 14, 2026Article at Fast Company
The 13 next big things in applied AI for 2026A design assistant for people with more ideas than artistic chops, a comprehensive agentic productivity suite, a self-driving car you can own, and more. Oct 06 26October 06, 2026Article at Fast Company
The 5 next big things in space and telecommunications for 2026Bluetooth satellites, autonomous lunar rovers, seamless satellite connectivity, and more. Oct 06 26October 06, 2026Article at Fast Company
AI doesn’t need to be superintelligent to be dangerousToday’s models are already lowering the barriers to fraud, cyberattacks, manipulation, and weapons development. Oct 05 26October 05, 2026Article at Fast Company
AI makes the right to repair more tempting than everChatbots can help people fix everything from dishwashers to phones. Manufacturers may not be thrilled about it. Sep 16 26September 16, 2026Article at Fast Company
Self-driving cars are coming for driving cultureSelf-driving cars promise safer roads and easier commutes. They could also flatten one of the strangest expressions of local culture. Sep 11 26September 11, 2026Article at Fast Company
The case for ChatGPT for seniorsTeens aren’t the only ones who might benefit from a few extra guardrails as ChatGPT becomes the new search bar. Aug 20 26August 20, 2026Article at Fast Company
Meet the new robot dog patrolling LaGuardia AirportA wheeled bot that monitors air quality is joining robotic vacuums and scrubbers in Terminal B. Jul 28 26July 28, 2026Article at Fast Company
The cover letter is officially dead: AI has created a new job-hunting paradoxDavid Paffenholz, CEO of AI recruitment platform Juicebox, reflects on the pros and cons of the new world of job seeking. Jul 09 26July 09, 2026Article at Fast Company
Elizabeth Minor wants humans to stay in control of AI weaponsAs head of policy at Stop Killer Robots, she is pushing for international rules to limit autonomous weapons before they become normalized in war. Jun 18 26June 18, 2026Article at Fast Company
Your AI-dar probably doesn’t workWhile there are some broad patterns to how AI writes, it’s still very easy to mold AI content for your own purposes. May 29 26May 29, 2026Article at Fast Company
Girls Who Code CEO Tarika Barrett says AI skepticism can be a strengthThe chief executive talks to Fast Company about the AI gender usage gap and student anxiety surrounding the tech. May 27 26May 27, 2026Article at Fast Company
The students booing AI aren’t LudditesGraduation speakers are treating artificial intelligence like the defining challenge and opportunity of a generation. Many students seem tired of hearing that message. May 19 26May 19, 2026Article at Fast Company
The Demi Moore-AI debate is missing the pointThe backlash to the actress’s Cannes comments reveals how conversations about artificial intelligence keep collapsing into shallow pro- and anti-AI tribalism. May 13 26May 13, 2026Article at Fast Company
We obtained nearly 1,000 complaints about SpaceX’s Starlink. Here’s what they revealNew documents show how the satellite provider has become a lifeline—and, for some customers, a headache. Apr 29 26April 29, 2026Article at Fast Company
Sorry, Reese Witherspoon is correct about AICelebrities are learning the hard way that the AI discourse is toxic. Apr 23 26April 23, 2026Article at Fast Company
Agriculture Department plans to use Grok, despite growing concerns over the chatbot (exclusive)The USDA says it’s 'proud' to sponsor xAI’s chatbot for federal approval, even as officials hesitate over past controversies and failed safety reviews. Apr 13 26April 13, 2026Article at Fast Company
AI writing is the technology’s bleakest use caseIn writing, there’s an old adage: Write what you know. This, of course, requires knowing something in the first place. Apr 10 26April 10, 2026Article at Fast Company