David Lidsky

Why the defense industry could be the most transformative market for startups

There are bureaucratic hurdles, but with some forethought and preparation, startups have a chance to adapt and thrive while working with the Pentagon.

Why the defense industry could be the most transformative market for startups

Fast Company Magazine

15 worker groups taking on the tech world

Tech companies have accumulated unfathomable power in the past three decades. These worker groups are fighting for their piece.

15 worker groups taking on the tech world

Basecamp banned social and political conversations at work. Here’s what it should have done

Companies from Levi’s to Oatly to Bumble offer a model for how any company, tech or otherwise, can meaningfully channel employee fervor into advocacy.

Basecamp banned social and political conversations at work. Here’s what it should have done

Meet Plant-Ag, the $9 billion startup that will let you trace your food from field to plate

The ambitious company believes our food system is broken, and the only way to fix it is to start over.

Meet Plant-Ag, the $9 billion startup that will let you trace your food from field to plate

The 6 best jokes from Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s Golden Globes monologue

The dynamic duo is back again, hosting the loosest award show of the season. Here are the jokes you’re not gonna want to miss from the opening.

The 6 best jokes from Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s Golden Globes monologue

I’m a social media manager. Facebook and Twitter have made my job an ethical nightmare

The toxicity of the social media platforms has been evident for a long time, and continuing to participate in it now feels like a choice we all have to make.

I’m a social media manager. Facebook and Twitter have made my job an ethical nightmare

Super Bowl advertisers: Entertain us, help us—or get out of the way

With an epic game on tap and an audience primed for a shared moment, brands better not blow it.

Super Bowl advertisers: Entertain us, help us—or get out of the way

Cutting back on alcohol? These new no- and low-alcohol spirits will keep things interesting

I tried a bevy of nonalcoholic and low-alcohol drinks, from apertifs and bourbons to mushroom-infused tonics. These were my favorites.

Cutting back on alcohol? These new no- and low-alcohol spirits will keep things interesting

Here’s what the U.S. Capitol looked like when protesters wanted healthcare and equality

The Capitol Police had a decidedly different approach to previous protesters.

Here’s what the U.S. Capitol looked like when protesters wanted healthcare and equality

Why every company needs to share its mission in 2021

Ghost lights, hope, and the need for turning our meticulously manicured missions into mountain-moving movements.

Why every company needs to share its mission in 2021

Biden won. It’s time for brands to double down on activism

Companies have no excuse not to enter the fight.

We live in Sleepy Hollow, and we refuse to let COVID-19 ruin Halloween

Halloween has become the most important holiday of 2020.

We live in Sleepy Hollow, and we refuse to let COVID-19 ruin Halloween

Pay $150 for an artist’s Magic 8-Ball? For the new Mattel Creations, ‘it is certain.’

The venerable toymaker is going to direct to consumer, with a new e-commerce and content site using its classic toys as an artistic canvas.

Pay $150 for an artist’s Magic 8-Ball? For the new Mattel Creations, ‘it is certain.’

What Facebook users need to know about the company’s end-to-end encryption plans

It’s definitely complicated, but here’s why Facebook is pursuing it, how it benefits you, why it’s risky, and why it matters.

What Facebook users need to know about the company’s end-to-end encryption plans

Answers to the 5 most-asked questions about Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies

The deadline is approaching to submit your company for consideration for the definitive ranking of innovation in business. Here’s a helpful guide.

Answers to the 5 most-asked questions about Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies

How a physicist and a robotics engineer created ‘Elinor Wonders Why’ to teach young kids science

This clever PBS Kids series brings biomimicry to children in a way that makes it understandable and encourages their curiosity.

How a physicist and a robotics engineer created ‘Elinor Wonders Why’ to teach young kids science

‘The World Series of Spades’ on Facebook Watch converts the heated, joyous card game into shareable video

The new Facebook Watch series introduces what it’s like to play the popular card game in the Black community. It’s sure to spark conversation.

‘The World Series of Spades’ on Facebook Watch converts the heated, joyous card game into shareable video

The fans guide to the Monica and Brandy Verzuz “The Boy is Mine” battle

The ’90s pop princesses face off in what their fans hope is a show of unity.

The fans guide to the Monica and Brandy Verzuz “The Boy is Mine” battle

Netflix’s ‘Emily’s Wonder Lab’ helps parents amid back-to-school panic

The experiment-driven, sprightly series will give homeschooling parents exactly what they need to keep their kids engaged for a science lesson.

Netflix’s ‘Emily’s Wonder Lab’ helps parents amid back-to-school panic

Loving ‘Lovecraft Country’? 7 underrated movies featuring Black horror you need to see

Now is the time to enjoy some catharsis and revel in horror from the Black perspective.

Loving ‘Lovecraft Country’? 7 underrated movies featuring Black horror you need to see

Impact

Uber says it will be more transparent with drivers about the full cost of the ride

Want to create 8 million new energy jobs? Meet climate targets

This new study debunks one of the biggest criticisms of electric vehicles

News

Stock up on toothpaste, shampoo, soup, and cereal now before prices jump even higher

Didi stock price plummets yet again after more bad news from Beijing

Why neuroscientists say you shouldn’t play smartphone games to alleviate boredom

Co.Design

How Chez Panisse redesigned fine dining—and changed how America eats

How high school students are using cutting-edge tech to preserve ancient Armenian history

The Olympics may be mired in controversy, but for U.S. advertisers, it’s business as usual

Work Life

7 hacks for guarding your time more effectively

Why all companies should offer leave for pregnancy loss

3 steps for strengthening your resilience at work