Say one phrase to Siri and watch it complete a chain of tasks across different apps, telling you how each one went. That's the idea at the center of Apple's latest voice-shortcut patent.What Apple's multi-app voice shortcut system actually doesImagine saying "start my commute" and having your phone automatically text your partner you're leaving, queue up a podcast in one app, and set your smart thermostat to away mode in another. Right now, Siri can do some of this, but the handoffs between apps are clunky and you usually can't tell what act...

AI enabled or AI “enabled”?; AI startups running lean; Tech makes grocery more productive, but also less “productive,” at the same time.At first glance, today’s market cycle looks familiar. Technology once again dominates as the leading sector, much like in the post–financial crisis era from 2010 to 2020. But beneath that surface similarity lies a striking reversal: many of the sectors that led the last cycle—such as healthcare, consumer products, and media—have slowed significantly, while previously lagging sectors like energy, cons...

Robot rentals are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to purchasing robots outright, allowing businesses and consumers to access the latest technology through subscription-based services. Known as Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS), these offerings typically include the robot itself, software updates, maintenance, repairs, and remote technical support.One example is Moxi, a hospital robot developed by Diligent Robotics. About 100 Moxi robots are currently operating in U.S. hospitals, transporting medical supplies while interacting natural...

Over the past two decades, the United States has experienced a steady erosion of the spaces and activities that support everyday leisure, leading to what many describe as a growing “fun shortage.” Thousands of recreational venues—including golf courses, bars, nightclubs, and bowling alleys—have disappeared, while access to the remaining options has become more expensive, crowded, and difficult to secure.This decline is reflected in how Americans spend their time. Data shows a significant drop in hours dedicated to in-person socializing,...

AI chatbots are rapidly becoming part of everyday financial decision-making, offering users quick, structured, and seemingly authoritative advice. But their confidence can be misleading—and in some cases, costly.Consider the example of a retiree deciding when to claim Social Security or how to manage retirement savings. A chatbot can produce a clear, logical recommendation, complete with reasoning that appears sound. Yet it may overlook critical personal details—such as a spouse’s health or future tax implications—that could significantl...

If Meta does rent out excess compute, it could signal that big tech has overbuilt.Big Tech companies continue to pour enormous sums into artificial intelligence despite growing investor concerns about the cost. Second-quarter earnings are expected to highlight another surge in AI infrastructure spending rather than any meaningful slowdown.Wall Street expects combined capital expenditures by Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta to reach $168 billion during the June quarter, up 74% year over year. The aggressive investment has pressured both fr...

Collectors say it takes much more than a clever prompt.As AI-generated images flood the internet, a more nuanced question is emerging within the art world: what actually makes AI art worth collecting? For serious collectors and curators, the answer goes far beyond clever prompts or visually appealing outputs. It centers instead on authorship, process, context, and the ability of an artwork to capture a meaningful moment in the evolution of technology and culture.A recent experiment by the anonymous artist SHL0MS illustrates how complex—and...

1. (PDF) McKinsey - 최신 패션 산업 트렌드 분석 보고서 : 럭셔리 고객과의 대면정서적 연결 중심의 성장 사이클 회복: 글로벌 럭셔리 마켓이 2030년까지 연 4~6%의 완만한 그로스 국면에 진입한 가운데, 단순 가격 인상이나 인위적 희소성 대신 고객과의 심리적 유대감이 최우선 해자로 부상.중간층 세그먼트 공략의 중요성 가속: 호황기 동안 소외되었던 에스파이어링(Aspirational) 및 기성 고객층이 $70B~$90B 규모의 핵심 마켓 기회로 식별됨에 따라 하이엔드 독점 전략에서 대중적 가치 제고로의 전환 요구 직면.경험재 시프트 및 AI·리세일 생태계 통합: 호텔·파인 다이닝의 고...

Luxury’s Next Growth Cycle Will Be Won Through Emotional Connection, Not Just Scarcity.BoF and McKinsey’s new report, The State of Fashion: Face to Face With Luxury Clients, argues that luxury is slowly returning to growth after a prolonged slowdown, but the next cycle will look very different from the post-pandemic boom. The global luxury market is projected to grow at a muted 4% to 6% annual rate through 2030, with the United States and China remaining the two most important markets. The US is the world’s largest luxury market, worth ar...