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

AI Ethics in Action: Guarding Likeness and Legacy Good morning, folks – ever had one of those moments where you realise tech is outpacing our ethics? OpenAI’s recent move to tighten guardrails on Sora after Hollywood complaints (yes, even Bryan Cranston got caught in the crossfire) is a prime example. I found it fascinating how
AI Agents: The Hype and the Reality Good morning, fellow design enthusiasts. I’ve been mulling over some recent industry updates, and one headline really stopped me in my tracks – Andrej Karpathy’s reality check on AI agents. According to his recent interview with The Dwarkesh Podcast, these so-called agents are far from the autonomous wonder
AI and the Future of Work I’ve been mulling over some fascinating points about the impact of AI on our jobs—particularly after catching YC’s take on “What Everyone Is Getting Wrong About AI And Jobs” (watch here). Garry Tan’s insights remind us that technology isn’t here to simply replace us; it’s here to redefine our
Revolutionising Workflow Management with AI This morning I was inspired by Anthropic’s new Skills for Claude. It feels a bit like having your own mini “Matrix” moment, where entire workflows are bundled neatly into folders for your AI assistant to load exactly when needed. It’s a simple yet innovative way to incorporate enterprise know-how into
Google’s Veo 3.1: A New Era for Video Editing Good morning, folks. I’ve been reading up on the latest from Google, and their upgraded Veo 3.1 video model is causing quite a stir. It’s not the viral trendsetter that OpenAI’s Sora 2 once was, but it brings some really nifty new editing features that are
ChatGPT’s New Frontier for Mature Interactions This morning, I couldn’t help but notice some bold moves from OpenAI. The latest update reveals that ChatGPT is soon set to handle mature, even erotic, conversations for verified adults. OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, hints at a future where conversational AI treats users like grown-ups – a win for
OpenAI’s Bold Leap into Custom AI Chips This morning I was intrigued to read about OpenAI’s new collaboration with Broadcom to develop custom AI chips. According to the announcement on OpenAI’s website, the idea is to design chips that optimise performance and cost – a big leap towards true AI hardware self-sufficiency. As UX designers,
Liquid Glass: When Modern Aesthetics Create Usability Headaches I’ve been mulling over Apple’s new visual language, Liquid Glass, after reading Raluca Budiu’s recent piece on Liquid Glass Is Cracked…. While the shimmering, transparent, and bubbly design elements look pretty futuristic, they’re causing some real usability issues on iOS 26. The article points out that the
AI and the Future of Design I was really struck by Jordan Fisher’s talk on the role of AI in shaping startups (watch here). He framed the conversation around asking the right questions rather than providing all the answers—something I think resonates well with our constantly evolving design challenges. In his discussion, Jordan prompts us
Google’s Unified Workplace AI Platform This morning I was struck by Google’s new Gemini Enterprise announcement – an AI platform that promises to integrate effortlessly into workplace workflows. For those of us in UX and digital product design, the concept of no-code agent builders is not only exciting but also a clear nod towards more
AI-Infused Hardware: Jony Ive’s Vision for a Calmer Tech Future This morning, I was intrigued by Jony Ive’s recent revelation about OpenAI’s hardware vision – a refreshing take on our modern “uncomfortable” relationship with tech. Ive emphasised the need for devices that help us feel “happy, fulfilled, peaceful” and less bombarded by digital distractions. In