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ChatGPT is boring compared to what comes next.


What’s standing in the way of our robot overlords.




Imagine actually enjoying a customer service experience.


What history can teach us about the AI job apocalypse.


It’s easier than ever to stop doomscrolling.


ChatGPT Atlas is a glimpse into the future, even if it doesn’t work right.


What TV can teach us about Instagram.


In this scary economy, everything is computer.


OpenAI still isn’t doing enough to protect young people.


The Democratic debate over whether “moderation” works is very confused.


The do’s and don’ts of asking an AI for health advice.


Carriers say they’ll pay for your new iPhone Air, but maybe it’s your plan that needs the real upgrade.

The case for giving one to your 3-year-old is not as outlandish as it sounds.

But do you really want to run your household like a small business?


AI wants to fix your money problems. What could go wrong?


The flip phone returns with a few new tricks.


The future of the internet is a slop-filled infinite scroll. How do we reclaim our attention?


It’s okay to hate AI’s encroachment into work. Learn to use it anyway.