A surprising study reveals that how companies handle layoffs directly impacts how quickly people get rehired. Employees who felt their layoffs were transparent were nearly twice as likely to find new jobs within a month. The data shows communication style affects everything from confidence to networ
Apple is reportedly developing ambitious satellite-powered features for iPhone beyond current emergency services. The upgrades include offline Apple Maps navigation, photo messaging via satellite, and developer APIs. Basic features would remain free while carriers handle premium services.
History might be repeating itself in the AI boom. The same financial instruments that fueled the 2008 crisis are now backing AI infrastructure, with Blackstone seeking to refinance massive data center debt.
Apple is working on five new satellite connectivity features for iPhone, according to new reports. The company apparently has no plans to enable phone calls or web browsing via satellite at this time. Future advanced capabilities will likely require payments to satellite carriers.
Mining giant BHP has implemented a radical meeting system where participants give structured feedback on effectiveness. The approach includes mandatory agendas and focuses on measurable outcomes. But will corporate culture accept this level of scrutiny?
The Nigerian superstar participated in Columbia’s inaugural AfroDiaspora Colloquium, sharing insights about authenticity and spirituality in his creative process. His visit highlights growing academic interest in contemporary African music’s global impact.
America’s largest homebuilder is facing a painful trade-off. To keep sales moving, they’re subsidizing mortgage rates for nearly 75% of buyers, but their profit margins are taking a serious hit as a result.
Google’s voice search interface is getting its first major visual refresh in years. The update features a new semicircle listening indicator and larger song search button that matches Google’s recent AI interfaces. The changes are gradually rolling out to users now.
Samsung is launching HDR10+ Advanced, a new high dynamic range format designed to compete directly with Dolby Vision 2. The format targets next-generation TVs reaching 4,000-5,000 nits brightness and will debut in Samsung’s 2026 lineup with Amazon Prime Video already committed to support.
Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian believes the next generation of social apps will focus on trusted connections rather than viral growth. His firm just invested $5 million in Airbuds, a social music app popular with teens. He says everyone is “tapped out” of traditional social media.
