Behind the Passwords Alternative: Passkeys (Podcast)
Passkeys promise safer and easier logins to websites and apps. But if you’re wondering what they are or how they work, you’re not alone. WSJ contributor Sean Captain will explain. (In WSJ Tech News Briefing, from 5:21)
Why ignoring AI may be the bigger risk for journalists
Chatbots aren’t perfect, but neither are journalists. Working together, they can get the story straight and better serve readers, listeners, and viewers. (Teaser to paywalled content on The Media Copilot)
What Are Passkeys—and What Do You Need to Know About Using Them?
A new technology promises safer and easier logins to websites and apps. But using them raises a lot of questions. (Read on the Wall Street Journal)
Research suggests companies should pause before promoting AI in their products and services (Podcast)
All those ads marketing the AI-powered credentials of products, services, and, well, almost everything, they may not be vibing with consumers as planned. Two new studies explore why that could be. (Interview on WSJ Tech News Briefing, first story, from 0:48. Based on my article on the subject.)
Here’s a Tip to Companies: Beware of Promoting AI in Products
Consumers have less trust in offerings labeled as being powered by artificial intelligence, which can reduce their interest in buying them, researchers say. (Read more at the Wall Street Journal.)
Ahead of Trump’s inauguration, philanthropy is fueling political activism on the right and left
Donor-advised funds, the fastest-growing form of charitable giving, provide generous tax deductions and the ability to hide what causes wealthy activists support. (Fast Company)
How Big Tech labor organizers aim to unite for Trump 2.0
Supercharged during the first Trump administration, tech worker activism faces new challenges and motivations as the 47th President heads to Washington. (Fast Company)
NASA explores building the Prius of airliners
The agency awarded contracts to develop emission-slashing airplane designs that can take flight by 2050, including a hybrid-electric airliner. (Fast Company)
How Can We Remove Carbon From the Air? Here Are a Few Ideas
Carbon-dioxide removal is getting a lot of attention from investors and entrepreneurs. But there are all sorts of ways to do that, each with pros and cons. (Wall Street Journal)
Trump resistance begins with over 100 progressive groups gathering Thursday
Working Families Party, MoveOn, Indivisible, and other organizations are convening massive online meetings to strategize for Trump 2.0, beginning tomorrow. (Fast Company)