New report shows consumers are using AI more, which likely explains growing skepticism about its accuracy, automation, and influence. By Constantine von Hoffman Published on May 8, 2026 AI use is now commonplace among consumers. Prophet’s new “2026 AI-Powered Consumer Report” found that generative AI adoption has climbed to 73%, up sharply from … Continue reading AI use and fatigue growing among consumers
Alberta online gambling expansion sparks concern among First Nations casino operators Paul McNally Alberta is moving ahead with plans to expand online gambling, a shift that is already raising concern among some First Nations leaders who rely heavily on revenue from brick-and-mortar casinos. The province is aiming to launch its new iGaming system … Continue reading Alberta online gambling expansion sparks concern among First Nations casino operators
Vendors touching customer data keep pairing up as data becomes more essential in the AI era. Mike Pastore on May 2, 2025 The ongoing battle to clean up, unify and activate data led to another acquisition this week, as Fivetran announced it signed an agreement to acquire Census. With the acquisition, Fivetran now sees … Continue reading More consolidation among data tools, as Fivetran acquires Census
Consumers choose les expensive options they don’t see as inferior in quality. Can better consumer engagement fix that? Mike Pastore on March 25, 2025 More than half (54%) of American consumers say they don’t pay attention to the brands they buy, as long as the product meets their needs, a new report found. That’s … Continue reading Brand apathy growing among U.S. consumers
Mental health risks, seasonal financial strain, and uncertainty regarding federal pay and benefits make this a precarious time for wildland firefighters. BY The Conversation As cool weather arrives and the number of U.S. wildfires declines, wildland firefighters who have spent months working in the heat and smoke are able to take a much-needed break. But for … Continue reading Wildland firefighters face up to a $20,000 pay cut, among many other challenges
September 09, 2024 Greenwashing is rampant among many iconic brands. Here’s how Allbirds avoids it Unlike many of its peers, Allbirds has moved beyond deceptive net-zero claims. BY Christopher Marquis Many companies’ net-zero and decarbonization plans are often more about greenwashing than real progress. Delta Airlines, for example, once claimed to be “the world’s first carbon-neutral … Continue reading Greenwashing is rampant among many iconic brands. Here’s how Allbirds avoids it
July 12, 2024 This insurance is becoming more popular among farmers facing extreme weather The insurance policies are designed to protect against flooding, drought, and typhoons, as well as heat waves. BY Associated Press Joemar Flores, a spindly 28-year-old, gestured across his family’s farmland, nestled between a steep hill and a river, and expressed gratitude for … Continue reading This insurance is becoming more popular among farmers facing extreme weather
June 12, 2024 Workplace loneliness is on the rise, especially among people working virtually For those suffering under the solitude of work, you’re not alone. BY Henry Chandonnet As technology further seeps its way into the workplace, from Zoom meetings to AI chat systems, it’s easy to feel lonely. For those suffering under the solitude of … Continue reading Workplace loneliness is on the rise, especially among people working virtually
Met Gala: Katy Perry’s mom among many who fall for AI deepfake of singer Sophie Atkinson Tech Journalist As the Met Gala photos of the hottest celebs dressed in couture started rolling in (June 02, 2024) (Monday 6 May), an AI photo of Katy Perry tricked her own mom and many others as they … Continue reading Met Gala: Katy Perry’s mom among many who fall for AI deepfake of singer
By Caitlin Dewey—Stateline September 20, 2023 Joshua Wood remembers days during the COVID-19 lockdown when New York City’s streets were practically empty, save for workers like him. That experience convinced the 25-year-old Brooklynite—who makes deliveries for both Uber Eats and a package delivery service—that the gig economy needed some urgent changes. Roughly one in … Continue reading New York, Seattle are among the cities eyeing stronger protections for gig economy workers
