Tinders new Game Game allows for voice-powered AI flirting practice.

The launch is a pivotal step toward beginning commercial service for Kuiper, Amazon's initiative to beam high-speed internet to customers from low earth orbit.

The Fast Company Impact Council is an invitation-only membership community of leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. Members pay annual dues for access to peer learning, thought leadership opportunities, events and more.A beautiful object, expertly designed, can bring you joy throughout your busy day, unless you are unable to use it because of a permanent, temporary, or situational disability. How does design fail or succeed in creating an inclusive experience for all?As CEO of Michael Graves Design, I am deeply committed to advancing the functionality and accessibility of everyday products, with a special focus on enhancing the lives of those with disabilities. Our mission is to improve quality of life beyond aesthetics, addressing real-world challenges faced by individuals with temporary or permanent disabilities. What drives this commitment? A profound conviction in the transformative power of design to simplify daily tasks and infuse them with dignity and delight.Imagine if every aspect of your daily routine, from waking up to going to bed, was designed with your needs in mind. Activities of daily living (ADLs) such as eating, bathing, dressing, and moving around are foundational to our independence. Yet, for individuals facing temporary or permanent disabilities, these essential tasks can pose significant challenges. This also happens due to situational disabilities that we all experience as we go through our day: full hands, loud environments, low lighting, etc. Design can address these challenges head on, transforming everyday activities into seamless experiences, while enabling us to target the widest audience possible.Focus on consumer experiences over tasksThis design philosophy empowers brands to tackle everyday challenges by transforming routine tasks into seamless experiences for consumers. Were eager to share our approach, helping you broaden your reach and enhance how you connect with the widest audience possible.Take, for example, our latest collaboration with Pottery Barn. We introduced bedroom furniture that embodies our design for all ethos. At first glance, the furniture collections looks like any other Pottery Barn furniture in its catalogue, relaying an aspirational lifestyle that resonates so well with consumers. But a closer look reveals how dignity has been woven into each piece. Beds come with integrated armrests for easier mobility, and nightstands feature enhancements to store CPAP machines and prevent items from tumbling offjust a few of the many simple, yet profound modifications that make independence both accessible and delightful. The twist here is that while these novel functional enhancements were designed around the needs of those with various disabilities, they were designed to be attractive and useful to everybody. A true embodiment of universal design, equal measure is given to the emotional and functional desires of consumers, essential to design for all.This product development strategy is underpinned by decades of research into the needs and preferences of aging adults and those with disabilities. This is not just designits empathy in action. You must be able to identify real-world problems that need solving, guided by a deep understanding of what people truly desire. Our roadmap is centered on the various ADLs, which are crucial for independent living.The future of designThe future of design must be proactive, not reactive. The brands that take this approach will be the leaders of the future. What challenges lie ahead? How can design continue to evolve to meet the unmet needs of our society? To do this successfully, design must merge todays common expertise in the emotionally driven aspects of a products personality and purpose with the less incorporated ability to include and translate various ability levels as creative constraints in the product development process. In short, new products must be alluring, but push their usefulness to a broader audience. We believe the future is in the merging of these two approaches.To have a pioneering brand today, you need to exceed customers expectations for enhanced independence, empowering them with the dignity we all deserve. This is the true power of thoughtful design. It goes beyond making daily tasks possible; its about transforming how theyre experienced. Anyone living with a disability knows that interruption, modification, and adaptation become part of the daily habits and rituals. Designing with dignity in mind means designing habits and rituals that can be enjoyed for the long term, through shifting conditions.As we look forward, we must ask ourselves how our work as designers and creators of experiences can continue to break barriers and open doors for all members of society. Challenge yourself to think beyond human-centered design and instead widen your aperture to focus on society-centered design. Lets not just design for some; lets design for every body, and make every interaction with our products a reaffirmation of our shared humanity.Ben Wintner is CEO of Michael Graves Design.

The White House said on Wednesday that tech billionaire Elon Musk will stay on to complete his mission to slash government spending and downsize the federal workforce, dismissing media reports that he will leave the role soon.Politico and ABC reported that President Donald Trump had told members of his Cabinet that Musk will soon depart and return to the private sector, although the reports did not make clear if that would mean Musk leaving before his 130-day mandate as a special government employee is set to expire around late May.Trump has tasked the Tesla and SpaceX CEO with leading efforts through the Department of Government Efficiency to cut government funding and reshape the federal bureaucracy.Elon Musk and President Trump have both publicly stated that Elon will depart from public service as a special government employee when his incredible work at DOGE is complete, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said.Musk and DOGE did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the reports.On Tuesday, Musk and Trump suffered a setback as a liberal judge in Wisconsin won election to the state Supreme Court, easily defeating a conservative judge whose campaign had been heavily bankrolled by Musk and groups tied to him.The vote had been seen as an early referendum on Trumps presidency and Musks campaign to remake the U.S. civil service.Shares of some government contracting companies rose following the reports of Musks possible impending return to the private sector. Shares of Musks Tesla, which had been down more than 6% in early trading after a sharper-than-expected fall in first-quarter deliveries, reversed course and were up about 5% on Wednesday afternoon.Musk told Fox News Special Report with Bret Baier last week that he was confident he would finish most of his stated aim of cutting $1 trillion in federal spending by the end of his 130 days.But in a March 10 interview with Fox Business Networks Kudlow, when he was asked by host Larry Kudlow, You going to go another year? Musk replied, Yeah, I think so.According to the DOGE website, the only official window into its operations, DOGE estimates it has saved U.S. taxpayers $140 billion as of April 2 through a series of actions including workforce reductions, asset sales, and contract cancellations, still far short of Musks $1 trillion goal.But evidence for the stated savings is often missing, and the websites calculations have been riddled with errors and corrections.DOGEs mandate as a whole is set to continue to July 4, 2026. However, many of the top figures in DOGE are tied to Musk and have not said whether they would want to stay on after the departure of the billionaire, who has been the ideological force behind the government overhaul.There has been growing unease across the U.S. over Musks blunt approach to mass layoffs from the government workforce. Nearly 200,000 employees have been fired, earmarked for termination or have accepted buyouts.Republican lawmakers have faced the wrath of angry voters at unruly town halls, while many of DOGEs efforts have become the subject of lawsuits.Tesla dealerships have been vandalized in the U.S. and abroad, and a nationwide protest against DOGE and Trumps agenda is planned for this Saturday.Susan Heavey, Nandita Bose, Andrea Shalal, and Tim Reid, ReutersAdditional reporting by Shivani Jayesh Tanna, Akash Sriram, Abhirup Roy, and Sayantani Ghosh.

Japanese studio 1110 Office for Architecture has crafted a rental villa on Awaji Island featuring a ring of rooms encircling a courtyard that also serves as an indoor dog run. Situated near the islands northern coast, this holiday home is named Necklace Villa, a nod to its circular layout where rooms are primarily connected rather than divided by walls. As the area experiences rapid development, giving the island a theme park-like ambiance, the studio sought to design a home that respects the sites lasting natural attributes. The result is a secluded, tiered ring of subtle structures surrounding a sloping courtyard.Awaji Island is currently undergoing rapid changes, said founder Hiroto Kawaguchi. In response to the landscape becoming more theme park-like, we considered the question of what aspects will remain unchanged, and how architecture should respond to this transformation. We aimed to block the views from nearby houses and the passing cars on the road, ensuring that only the natural environment, such as the sky, greenery, and sea, remains visible, he concluded.Designer: 1110 Office for ArchitectureNecklace Villa consists of two L-shaped structures descending from the southeastern and northwestern corners, enclosing a central courtyard and aligning with the sites natural slope. A sheltered wooden walkway encircles this courtyard, forming a semi-outdoor loop for dogs, with multiple access points for both humans and dogs. The interior mirrors the stepped design, with floors and windows rising to reduce visibility from nearby roads and prevent dogs from barking at passing cars. There arent a lot of walls in the private bedroom and bathroom areas, while the living, dining, and kitchen spaces use steps as dividers, allowing easy movement for dogs.The characteristic of courtyard house being closed on the outside and open on the inside was deconstructed by changing the scale of individual rooms, Kawaguchi said. The rooms facing the road gradually raise the floor height, eliminating the feeling of car traffic and allowing both humans and dogs to live harmoniously without walls.Inside the courtyard and throughout most of Necklace Villas interiors, pale cedar planks have been meticulously installed, offering a warm and inviting ambiance that contrasts with the villas external elements. These cedar planks create a serene, natural aesthetic, enhancing the connection to the villas outdoor spaces.In contrast, the exterior walls and roof are clad in rich, reddish-brown steel panels. This choice of material serves a dual purpose it pays homage to the traditional tiled roofs seen across the surrounding region, and it protects against the harsh, salty winds prevalent along the coastal area. This thoughtful combination of materials ensures both aesthetic harmony with the local architecture and durability in the face of environmental challenges, making Necklace Villa a thoughtfully designed retreat that respects its natural and cultural context.The post This Harmonious Retreat On Awaji Island Is Designed To Accomodate Both Humans & Dogs Comfortably first appeared on Yanko Design.

Samsung has introduced a new flagship cleaning device that has caught my attention with some remarkable technical specifications. The Bespoke AI Jet Ultra enters the high-end vacuum market with performance metrics that, if they hold up in real-world testing, could represent a significant advancement in cordless cleaning technology. As someone whos tested countless vacuums over the years, Ive learned that manufacturer specifications often require a healthy dose of skepticism. Power claims, in particular, need careful examination since raw suction doesnt always translate to superior cleaning performance.Designer: SamsungWhat makes this announcement particularly interesting is the specific metric Samsung is highlighting: 400W of suction power. This figure represents a significant leap beyond what weve seen in the cordless vacuum space and warrants a closer look at what it might mean for real-world cleaning performance.The power comes from Samsungs new HexaJet Motor, which utilizes a hexagonal stator structure and optimized airflow design for maximum efficiency. While impressive on paper, the true test will be how this translates to actual cleaning capability across different surfaces and debris types.Battery life has long been a limitation for cordless vacuums, but Samsung appears to have made substantial progress here. The Bespoke AI Jet Ultra comes with two batteries a 100-minute large-capacity option and a 60-minute lightweight alternative providing up to 160 minutes of combined runtime. This far exceeds the typical 60-minute maximum found in most premium cordless models. Samsung also claims the batteries will retain 70% of their performance after 500 charging cycles and backs them with a 2-year warranty.Filtration also receives significant attention, with Samsung implementing a multi-layered HEPA system that captures 99.999% of particles as small as 0.3m. This level of filtration would make it particularly suitable for allergy sufferers and pet owners concerned about airborne particles. The system is designed to minimize dust recirculation, a common issue with less sophisticated vacuum designs.Samsungs emphasis on AI cleaning appears more substantial than I initially suspected. The AI Cleaning Mode 2.0 can detect six different cleaning environments through brush load and air pressure sensors, automatically adjusting suction power and brush speed accordingly. This includes differentiating between carpet types and recognizing when the vacuum is cleaning corners. Samsung claims this intelligent power management reduces battery consumption by 21%.The vacuum includes a cleaning station for hands-off dust collection a feature weve seen in previous Samsung models that eliminates one of the less pleasant aspects of vacuum maintenance. Additional accessories include an Active Dual Brush designed specifically for carpets and a Slim LED Brush+ for corners and hard-to-reach areas.An LCD display provides notifications and settings control, giving users visual feedback on the vacuums operation. This kind of interface has become increasingly common on premium vacuums, though its practical utility varies depending on implementation.The Bespoke AI Jet Ultra launched globally on March 31, 2025, as part of Samsungs expanded 2025 Bespoke AI Home Appliances lineup. The vacuum integrates with Samsungs broader AI Home ecosystem, connecting with other SmartThings-enabled appliances for what the company describes as seamless smart home management.With a retail price of $1,099 (1,119), it positions itself firmly at the premium end of the cordless vacuum market. This represents a significant investment for most households, comparable to high-end models from Dyson and other premium brands. The question consumers will need to answer is whether the claimed performance advantages justify this substantial price tag.Jeong Seung Moon, Executive Vice President of Samsungs Digital Appliances R&D, has positioned the vacuum as building on the UL-verified Bespoke Jet AI legacy, calling it a game changer for smart home cleaning. While executive statements naturally tend toward hyperbole, the specifications do suggest Samsung has made meaningful technical advances.While Samsungs technical specifications are impressive on paper, the true measure of any vacuum is its real-world cleaning performance across various surface types and debris conditions. Many factors beyond raw power affect cleaning efficacy brush design, airflow patterns, maneuverability, and ease of use all play crucial roles. Previous Samsung models have demonstrated strengths in effortless gliding and deep cleaning capabilities, but theyve faced stiff competition from brands offering similar features at lower price points.The vacuum cleaning market has seen numerous innovations that looked impressive in marketing materials but failed to deliver proportional improvements in actual cleaning performance. While high suction power is important, it is just one element of effective vacuum design. The way that power is channeled through the cleaning head and how effectively the brush engages with different surfaces often matters more than raw suction numbers.For now, Samsungs new cordless vacuum represents an intriguing development in the space one that could potentially reset performance expectations if the real-world results match the specifications. But as with any cleaning technology, the proof will be in the performance, not the numbers. Until independent testing confirms how these impressive specifications translate to cleaning effectiveness, the bold technical claims remain exactly that claims waiting for validation.The post Samsungs New Bespoke AI Jet Ultra Pushes Cordless Vacuum Boundaries first appeared on Yanko Design.

President Donald Trump says taxing imports will strengthen domestic manufacturing. Hours before announcing new tariffs, his administration cut support for centers that help US firms do just that.

The Heard and McDonald Islands are among the dozens of targets of President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs. But they have no exports, because no one lives there.

Service sectors make up the vast bulk of the American economy, which gives trading partners some clout in trade negotiations.

Apple security chief Thomas Moyer was accused of bribery after allegedly attempting to donate iPads in return for concealed firearm permits, but has been found not guilty.Apple security chief Thomas Moyer. Image source: LinkedInIt's been an incredibly long few years for the head of global security at Apple, Thomas Moyer, as he was accused of bribing officials in exchange for firearm permits in 2020. The case was dismissed in 2021, but then reopened in 2023 when the Santa Clara District Attorney's Office appealed.The case has run its course, and according to information provided by Moyer's attorneys to AppleInsider, Moyer was found not guilty of bribery charges. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums