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Marissa Mayer’s new project is a suite of timesaving apps

The Google and Yahoo vet shares a few cryptic details about her new foray into the productivity space with Lumi Labs.

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HBO Max is not (just) HBO. But it does look a lot like cable

Powered by WarnerMedia’s vast content machine, the upcoming AT&T streaming service follows a classic TV strategy: offering something for everyone.

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Square is one of the most innovative companies in the world because it provides a more elegant way to pay

In addition to elegant terminals, the company is offering a growing array of services that includes payroll, loans, and scheduling.

Fast Company Magazine

Apple’s best new product isn’t a phone or a tablet

The company’s iPhone sales may have dipped, but 6.9 billion transistors per processor will create exciting new experiences.

Fast Company Magazine

Here’s why Disney just may be able to compete with Netflix

Through its acquisitions of BAMTech and Hulu (not to mention a little company called Fox), the media giant is looking bigger and stronger than ever.

Tech

Inside Evernote’s brain

As it refreshes its brand, the company behind the note-taking app reflects on its past, present, and future–and the true meaning of “Remember everything.”

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Map: Where renters are most worried about being evicted as the moratorium ends

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Everytown is starting to fund lawsuits designed to curb gun violence

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These 4 entrepreneurs are building financial products that make it less expensive to be poor

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Crippling Tokyo heat could be the most formidable opponent for athletes at the Olympics

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IRS unemployment refund update: Timeline for next round, direct deposit, mailed paper checks

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Robinhood stock makes Nasdaq debut in IPO: Here’s everything to know about HOOD

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Why U.K. bus stops suddenly smell like roses and cucumber

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“Make your mess beautiful”: How to navigate the chaotic world of startups

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Harry McCracken

Marissa Mayer’s new project is a suite of timesaving apps

The Google and Yahoo vet shares a few cryptic details about her new foray into the productivity space with Lumi Labs.

HBO Max is not (just) HBO. But it does look a lot like cable

Powered by WarnerMedia’s vast content machine, the upcoming AT&T streaming service follows a classic TV strategy: offering something for everyone.

Square is one of the most innovative companies in the world because it provides a more elegant way to pay

In addition to elegant terminals, the company is offering a growing array of services that includes payroll, loans, and scheduling.

Apple’s best new product isn’t a phone or a tablet

The company’s iPhone sales may have dipped, but 6.9 billion transistors per processor will create exciting new experiences.

Here’s why Disney just may be able to compete with Netflix

Through its acquisitions of BAMTech and Hulu (not to mention a little company called Fox), the media giant is looking bigger and stronger than ever.

Inside Evernote’s brain

As it refreshes its brand, the company behind the note-taking app reflects on its past, present, and future–and the true meaning of “Remember everything.”

Impact

Map: Where renters are most worried about being evicted as the moratorium ends

Everytown is starting to fund lawsuits designed to curb gun violence

These 4 entrepreneurs are building financial products that make it less expensive to be poor

News

Crippling Tokyo heat could be the most formidable opponent for athletes at the Olympics

IRS unemployment refund update: Timeline for next round, direct deposit, mailed paper checks

Robinhood stock makes Nasdaq debut in IPO: Here’s everything to know about HOOD

Co.Design

Why U.K. bus stops suddenly smell like roses and cucumber

“Make your mess beautiful”: How to navigate the chaotic world of startups

A 20-foot sea wall won’t save Miami, but these nature-inspired innovations just might

Work Life

3 must-have soft skills for the hybrid workplace

These are the most common (and annoying) types of jargon in job ads

5 ways to ‘miss each other’ less at work