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These home security startups aren’t afraid of Amazon and Google

Companies like August and SimpliSafe say they’ve got a plan to survive as the tech giants scale up their smart home ambitions.

These home security startups aren’t afraid of Amazon and Google

Who needs keys? August has a plan to get you in the door of your Airbnb rental

Guests will be able to get in using either a smart keypad or a mobile app, or both.

Who needs keys? August has a plan to get you in the door of your Airbnb rental

The Future Of Airbnb And Amazon Might Hinge On A Smart Lock

Run by a former Apple public-policy wonk, Latch wants to be the infrastructure that enables the home delivery services of the future.

The Future Of Airbnb And Amazon Might Hinge On A Smart Lock

How Walmart Could Make You Ditch Amazon

Hearsay? Or just good design?

How Walmart Could Make You Ditch Amazon

Innovation By Design

Yves Béhar, Star Venture Designer, Plots His Next Move

After selling his firm to a Chinese conglomerate, Béhar hopes to build new global partnerships. Can he do it without losing his soul?

Yves Béhar, Star Venture Designer, Plots His Next Move

From Fuseproject, A Keyless Door Lock You Control With Your Smartphone

August is the latest in keyless entry–and party invitations.

From Fuseproject, A Keyless Door Lock You Control With Your Smartphone

Impact

This new Google mapping tool shows cities where they need to plant more trees

6 million American households could face eviction on January 1

Inside the campaign to push PR firms to fire fossil fuel clients

News

Last-minute ideas for throwing a great Zoom Thanksgiving

This pandemic bed-couch-desk-massager should be top of your winter wishlists

As Americans avoid flying, airport shops face economic disaster

Co.Design

11 Black-owned businesses to buy from this Black Friday

The Netherlands is transforming old ashtrays into bike charging stations

Inside the race to save Notre Dame Cathedral

Work Life

I steered my team through the pandemic. These are the COVID-19 leadership tactics I’m letting go of

My private company is healthy and growing. Do I need to hire a No. 2?

Asian American unemployment is surging during the pandemic