Commentary on links that caught my attention around the web.
AI
"Two in three employers that reduced headcount because of artificial intelligence are already rehiring laid off staff, as most express regret over how they handled the AI-led retrenchments."
Democracy
Critics say Brendan Carr is positioning himself as a national censor. His threats to broadcasters covering Iran fit the bill.
Democracy
Researchers who study online safety are being censored and denied entry to the United States. It's having an unconstitutional chilling effect on independent research and advocacy that a lawsuit aims to correct.
AI
AI use can lead to burnout - but how you use it really matters.
AI
Buzzfeed pivoted to AI - and now finds itself circling the drain.
Notable links
Bluesky's new CEO, Proton Mail de-anonymization, and promoting safety at work.
Technology
Bluesky must succeed. It just might.
Technology
A WordPress instance that's entirely hosted in your browser opens up interesting possibilities for self-hosted personal apps.
Business
Employees who are impressed with corporate jargon are less good at their jobs. News at 11.
Technology
"A court record reviewed by 404 Media shows privacy-focused email provider Proton Mail handed over payment data related to a Stop Cop City email account to the Swiss government, which handed it to the FBI."
Media
The BBC is dying. It needs to be preserved - but doing so will require a radical reinvention.
Business
"A framework to move your subculture from the Anxiety Zone to the Learning Zone" - and provide a way for everyone on your team to contribute and experiment safely.