OpenAI & Microsoft: A New Chapter in AI Collaboration This morning I was struck by the staggering news from OpenAI and Microsoft – two titans in the AI space forging a refreshed partnership, with OpenAI transitioning into a public benefit corporation. It seems the hurdle of AGI ownership and rights is being cleared with a...
AI in Spreadsheets – A New Frontier for Design Data This morning, I was struck by Anthropic’s bold move to integrate Claude directly into Excel. Now, AI isn’t just about pretty interfaces and smart assistants – it’s getting busy crunching numbers and streamlining data analysis. As design professionals, we’re increasingly relying on data to inform...
Designing with Ecosystem Thinking This morning I was mulling over how the a16z flywheel (yes, that very model from venture capital) is brimming with lessons for us UX and digital product designers. It’s a reminder that building a robust ecosystem isn’t just for startups or VCs – it’s a valuable mindset for our design processes...
AI as a Teammate for Modern Work Recently, I came across some fascinating updates on AI tools reshaping the way teams work, especially through Dropbox’s revamped Dash experience. As stated in the original Rundown article, Dash is positioned as a context-aware AI teammate that intelligently connects your scattered apps, files, and conversations. It’s like having...