Bluesky continues to beef up its video capabilities. The apps latest update adds support for uploads of up to 3 minutes, a notable expansion from its previous limit of one minute. The change should give video creators on Bluesky much more flexibility in what they can post. It will also likely be appreciated by fans of Flashes, the new Bluesky-based photo and video app.The update also brings some much needed inbox-management tools to Bluesky DMs, with the addition of a new requests section for incoming messages from users you dont know. Youll also now be able to reject incoming chats, which should help reduce the number of spammy DMs that have been flooding many users inboxes in recent weeks.The latest Bluesky update rolled out as CEO Jay Graber appeared onstage at SXSW for a keynote about the growing decentralized social media platform, which has just under 33 million users. Graber, who was wearing a t-shirt emblazoned with a Latin slogan mundus sine caesaribus (a world without Caesars) an apparent play on Mark Zuckerbergs affinity for Roman Empire-inspired attire spoke about why Bluesky is billionaire-proof compared with other apps.Zuckerberg's shirt translates to "All Zuck or all nothing." Graber's says "A world with no Caesars."Screenshot via XIf a billionaire came in and bought Bluesky or took it over, or I decided tomorrow to change things in a way that people really didn't like, then they could fork off and go on to another application, she said. That openness guarantees that there's always the ability to move to a new alternative, still using the same network. There's much less tolerance in the ecosystem for a very heavy-handed change.She also opened up about how Bluesky is thinking about its business model and generative AI. On the business side, she once again said the company is exploring subscriptions as well as paid developer services for those who build experiences on top of Bluesky. In a similar vein, she also said the company was considering how it could eventually turn some of its features, like moderation services or custom feeds, into a marketplace where the company may get a cut of potential transactions.When it comes to large language models, she said the company was working with some partners on developing a framework for user consent, for how they want their data to be used for generative AI.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/bluesky-adds-3-minute-video-uploads-and-inbox-management-features-220317950.html?src=rss

Apple is planning to dramatically rethink the look and feel of its operating systems with the introduction of the next version of iOS, iPadOS and macOS, according to Bloomberg.The redesign is meant to make using the company's software more consistent, and will impact "the style of icons, menus, apps, windows and system buttons," Bloomberg writes. The changes may take loose inspiration from visionOS, the mixed-reality operating system of the Vision Pro. The headset featured a slightly different style from Apple's other software, with a focus on translucency, floating interface elements and rounded app icons.As Bloomberg notes, Apple hasn't dramatically rethought the look of any of its software since iOS 7 and macOS Big Sur, so tweaks would be notable. When it was released in 2013, iOS 7 was the first version of the iPhone's operating system overseen by former Chief Design Officer Jony Ive, and when Big Sur came out in 2020, it was the first version of macOS to run iPad apps and work on Apple's custom silicon. There don't seem to be any equally big shifts paired with iOS 19, iPadOS 19 and macOS 16, beyond the company's ongoing work on Apple Intelligence, which isn't available in all of its apps yet.Apple Intelligence was introduced alongside iOS 18 and includes a host of new AI-powered features for working with audio, images and text, on top of a revamped version of Siri that can use apps for you. Most of those features shipped though not at launch save for the new Siri, which Apple recently announced will now be available "in the coming year."This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/apple-is-reportedly-planning-a-major-redesign-for-ios-19-and-macos-16-202804091.html?src=rss

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Lindsay Orr was active and healthy, running marathons and hiking all around Colorado. During pregnancy, she developed a persistent headache and dangerously high blood pressurehallmark symptoms of preeclampsia, a leading cause of preterm birth as well as maternal mortality and morbidity. She was induced at 32 weeks to save her and her babys life.Now, two years later, she continues to experience the long-term impact of preeclampsia as Lindsay developed chronic high blood pressure, a condition she never had before pregnancy.Pregnancy complications like preeclampsia, preterm birth, and fetal growth restriction are dangerous for mom and baby. These complications can strike without warningsending pregnancies into a crisis overnight. For women like Lindsay who are healthy and dont have risk factors for complications like preeclampsia, the experience is harrowing and surreal in what should be the most joyous time of a parents life.Its unacceptable for so many women, families, and doctors that the U.S. lags behind every major industrialized nation in addressing the maternal health crisis. Its heartbreaking that 20% of pregnant women experience the crisis of a pregnancy complication. It creates traumalong-term physical and mental health impacts on womenand also influences childrens health outcomes.A prenatal model designed 100 years agoAs investment has lagged in obstetrics and pregnancy health, the prenatal care model for mothers health has remained largely unchanged over the past 100 years. Yet, rates of complications like preeclampsia continue to rise and preterm birth is at the highest level it has ever been in the U.S. We must understand whats going on biologically in pregnancy to reverse these trends.In the absence of biologically-driven approaches, overstretched and underresourced OB/GYNs and care teams have had to rely on generalized characteristics and demographics. Those include age, BMI, race, and socioeconomic status, to try to identify who may be at risk for pregnancy complications. The U.S. Preventative Services Taskforce guidelines define these as moderate risk factors.Unfortunately, 80% of pregnancies have at least one of these moderate risk factors, making it a poor indicator of who is truly at high risk for preeclampsia. Its no wonder that patients, clinicians, and care teams have little guidance on where to focus to create a personalized care plan to reduce preeclampsia risk. Some who have no risk factors end up developing severe forms of preeclampsia, and most with moderate risk factors have normal, uneventful pregnancies.The status quo isnt working. Women deserve better. Moms deserve better. Families deserve better. We need to understand the biology of women and their pregnancy journey if we want to make progress in understanding how to more precisely prevent, treat, and manage diseases that impact women.A new era of pregnancy healthTo create healthier futures for moms and babies, we need scientific advancements to better understand whats happening in pregnancy so we can prevent crises caused by complications and preterm birth before they happen. This idea is not new, of course. Five-year survival rates for breast cancer went from a toss-up to around 90% once we brought to bear the scientific understanding of breast cancers molecular drivers.Mirvies foundational, first-of-its-kind study uncovers insights we never knew about pregnancy. We examined the biology of nearly 11,000 diverse pregnancies from women enrolled across the United States and collected thousands of RNA transcripts and hundreds of clinical details from each patient, translating into millions of data points. Using this rich dataset, combined with advanced machine learning, Mirvie has identified unique molecular signatures to predict the risk of preeclampsia, preterm birth, and severe fetal growth restriction, months in advance.What does this mean for clinicians? Physicians and care teams can move away from generalized risk factors and move toward a personalized care approach driven by a precision understanding of the disease. By identifying care plans and monitoring methods for the right patients at the right time, clinicians and care teams can create better outcomes for mom and baby.Personalized medicine is the standard of care in fields like oncology and cardiology. Being able to finally understand which pregnancies are truly at high risk for complications based on ones biology can allow women to plan ahead and do everything possible prevent dangerous complications like preeclampsia by adhering to evidence-based strategies like taking daily aspirin, monitoring blood pressure regularly, and incorporating lifestyle changes like diet and exercise. Then we can potentially prevent disease, near-death experiences, long NICU stays, and trauma.With this type of information, we can shift toward personalized patient care and precision medicine by developing new, targeted therapies in the future. At a molecular level, we are closer to understanding whos most at-risk for pregnancy complications and how biology impacts those at highest risk. Similar to the breakthroughs made in breast cancer in the 1990s, obstetrics can move towards a new standard of care steeped in biology, tailoring care and treatment based on the molecular characteristics of each pregnancy.What gives me hope is that by finally being able to predict the risk of complications like preeclampsia, we can usher in a new standard of care that is preventive, and reverse course on the maternal health crisis.Maneesh Jain is cofounder and CEO of Mirvie.The Fast Company Impact Council is a private membership community of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. Members pay annual membership dues for access to peer learning and thought leadership opportunities, events and more.

Today, no matter where you are in the world, its not unusual to find yourself working alongside an analyst from Amsterdam, a strategist from San Francisco, or a designer from Dubai. As companies look increasingly further afield for workers, they unlock a range of benefitsfrom wider talent pools that make it easier to find specialized talent to the injection of new perspectives that offer insights into diverse customer bases.While most business leaders agree that developing the right workplace model is crucial to their companys success, only 24% feel their organization is actually ready to fully embrace a distributed workforce. The list of potential reasons for this is long. Common worries include navigating different cultures, time zones, legal requirements, and compliance hurdles.We recently investigated how these problems manifest at each stage of the employee lifecyclehiring, onboarding, and management. Heres what we discovered about the challenges of managing global teams, and the solutions.The challenges of a global workforceThere are three main areas of difficulty facing distributed organizations.Operating on a global scaleTraditional methods of hiring global workers, such as opening legal entities, are clunky and costly. Managing compliance across the globe is no jokenavigating laws across multiple countries increases chances of misclassification penalties and other legal troubleswhich is why more companies are pivoting to an employer of record (EOR) solution.Creating a unified teamBuilding teams across multiple countries comes with logistical and cultural hurdles. Clear communication is much harder than it might be in person, especially with workers operating in different time zones. This means global HR teams must create robust internal communication policies and guidelines to help teams stay engaged and in-the-loop.Leading from a distanceGlobal workforce management is the ultimate test of leadership qualities. Employees with different cultural backgrounds may have varying communication styles, work expectations, and even attitudes towards hierarchy. If managers arent sufficiently aware of and sensitive to these differences, morale-draining misunderstandings and conflict are oftentimes the result.These are thorny, intertwined problems, but that doesnt mean they cant be solved. Here are some concrete solutions that you can use to support your own workforce.Operate on a global scaleOperating on a global scale is not purely a problem. Indeed, its one of the main draws of building a global workforce in the first place. A distributed team can cater to a global client base, with sales and customer service staff online to close deals at all hours and offer 24/7 support.The challenge is that operating round the clock introduces significant potential for silos between regions. As a survey revealed, working across different time zones ranks among the top five challenges of remote work.Helping managers maintain seamless collaboration and customer engagement despite time zone differences means setting clear expectations around communication. For instance, businesses should embrace forms of communication that dont require individuals to be simultaneously present, such as pre-recorded videos or shared kick-off documents.And if youre a global organization, you should act like it. Recognize the time zone burden and rotate meeting times, rather than defaulting to the time zone of a manager or a large office.Create a unified teamNailing communication isnt just good for operationsits at the core of any effective team. How can an organization function if its people dont know what everyone else is doing? Little wonder that a study from McKinsey found that companies with effective internal communication can boost productivity by as much as 25%.But good communication is especially key in distributed environments, requiring extra effort on the part of everyone. Among distributed teams, communication has to be intentionalwhether its via email, a video call, or a chat message.Crucially, a good communicator knows not only when to communicate, but how to limit non-essential noise. That means limiting participants in a meeting to only those who truly need to be there, or finding the right medium to communicate a specific pointa video, for instance.Lead from a distanceLeadership looks different in a global company, and those with experience working in a culture different from their own have a clear advantage. Such people will naturally have gained the ability to navigate cultural differences and demonstrate self-awareness regarding their own biases. One study found that 89% of people who worked abroad said it improved their ability to work well with people from other countries and cultures.This doesnt mean that it cant be taught, however. Its a skill that anyone can learn with the right framework of encouraging self-awareness and modeling the behaviors that make global teams a success.For instance, small demonstrations of leadership can mean a lot to workers, showing that managers care about them as people, not just commodities. Its worth brushing up on headlines for the location of the person that youre about to talk to and understanding what might be happening around them.From challenge to advantageWhile there are difficulties to operating a distributed team, all can be turned into positives. By prioritizing communication, cultural understanding, and self-awareness, you can unlock the full power of a global workforce.Sagar Khatri is cofounder and CEO of Multiplier.The Fast Company Impact Council is a private membership community of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. Members pay annual membership dues for access to peer learning and thought leadership opportunities, events and more.

Many outdoor enthusiasts dream of a mobile lifestyle, enjoying leisurely days and peaceful nights in nature. A mobile home is any movable dwelling with adequate sleeping, eating, and lounging spaces. The trend of converting old vehicles like vans, school buses, or pickup trucks into mobile habitats is popular. This DIY project by Christopher McKinnon, a travel enthusiast from Washington, is essentially a 1990 Ford F-350 transformed into a cozy truck camper. McKinnons creation, featuring a cabin-like design, panoramic windows, and a warm wood interior, highlights the potential of repurposing old vehicles with skill and creativity.Designer: Christopher MckinnonThe camper conversion is built on a Ford F-350 with a 460 gas engine and a five-speed manual transmission. Christopher McKinnon, who found the F-250s floor space too limited, chose the F-350 for its larger 12-ft by 8-ft flatbed, allowing for a roomier, cabin-like camper. The camper is fully insulated, with cedar-treated polyurethane on the front and back and durable siding on the sides for better weather resistance. A rear liftgate carries his motorcycle, and an overhang offers weather protection. It includes large windows on one side and the back, providing panoramic views and a connection to the outdoors.The interior features a simple, open layout to maintain spaciousness, enhanced by a large wall mirror that adds depth. The overcab section houses a full-size bed with 8-inch memory foam. Cooking essentials are stored in custom cabinets that keep them hidden when not in use, while a built-in bench by the window serves as seating and firewood storage. A Cubic Mini Grizzly wood-burning stove keeps the space warm. Near the entrance, a wall organizer holds wood processing tools, and a closet contains the electric system. Storage cabinets, including one concealing a propane cooktop, and a bench next to the bed with a 40-liter Iceco refrigerator, complete the setup. Chris initially included a collapsible sink but later removed it due to lack of use.The truck camper is equipped with a range of amenities to enhance comfort and functionality. It features a 5.1 surround sound system for entertainment, an AC unit to keep the interior cool, and a bookshelf for storing reading materials. A space-saving, collapsible table provides a convenient spot for dining or working on a laptop. It also includes a 30-gallon fresh water tank with a pump that ensures a steady water supply. Designed for off-grid adventures, this camper is powered by a solar system consisting of 800 watts of solar panels, a 60-amp charge controller, a 2,000-watt inverter, and a 200-Ah 12.8V battery. This setup allows for sustainable energy use, making it ideal for remote travel.The post This DIY Camper Conversion For Off-Grid Adventures Offers A Creative Take On Mobile Living first appeared on Yanko Design.

Ever tried parking a full-size pickup in a crowded city lot? Its about as fun as threading a needle while wearing oven mitts. Thats why the new Telo MT1 electric truck feels like such a breath of fresh air. This little powerhouse packs serious capability into a package the size of a Mini Cooper, and it might just be the urban truck many of us have been waiting for.Designer: TeloSmall Truck, Big IdeasThe MT1 started with a simple question: Why are American trucks so darn huge? Jason Marks, Forrest North, and Yves Behar the trio who founded Telo Trucks in 2022 looked at the bloated pickup market and saw an opportunity. What if they built a truck that could actually fit in a standard parking space but still haul your stuff?Most people who own trucks rarely fill the bed to capacity, Marks explained during the recent prototype unveiling. They just need to occasionally move furniture, carry bikes, or haul supplies for weekend projects. We built the MT1 for real-world use.The numbers tell the story: At just 152 inches long, this electric pickup is five feet shorter than a Toyota Tacoma. Yet it still seats five adults comfortably and sports a proper 5-foot bed. Thats smart packaging, plain and simple.Clever Solutions, Not Rocket ScienceWhat makes the MT1 work isnt fancy technology its thoughtful design. Take the midgate, for example. Need to carry something longer than the bed? Just fold down the wall between the cab and bed, and suddenly, you can fit full sheets of plywood or a couple of surfboards. Its not a new idea (the old Chevy Avalanche had something similar), but it makes perfect sense here.Then theres what Telo calls the Monster Tunnelbasically a big storage space that runs underneath the truck from side to side. Its perfect for stashing tools, sports gear, or anything you dont want exposed in the bed. Again, its not revolutionary, but it is genuinely useful.Thanks to some clever tricks, the cab itself feels surprisingly roomy. The seats have a floating design so that rear passengers can slide their feet underneath, and the cab-forward layout maximizes interior space. During a recent demo, a 65 journalist fit comfortably in both front and rear seatsnot bad for such a small truck.Practical PowerUnder the skin, the MT1 offers two straightforward options: a single-motor rear-wheel drive setup with 300 horsepower or a dual-motor all-wheel drive version with 500 horsepower. Either way, you get plenty of punch the dual-motor version scoots from 0-60 mph in about 4 seconds.Battery choices are equally straightforward: a standard pack is good for about 260 miles, or a bigger 106-kWh battery stretches the range to over 350 miles. Fast charging gets you from 20% to 80% in roughly half an hour.The truck weighs about 4,400 poundsheavier than a car but significantly lighter than other electric trucks, which typically weigh 6,000-7,000 pounds. This relatively trim figure helps with both range and handling.Perhaps most impressive is the MT1s practical capability. It can tow up to 6,600 pounds and carry a payload of between 1,600 and 2,000 pounds in its bed. Thats serious utility from such a small package.Built SmartTelo didnt reinvent the wheel with the MT1s construction, but they made some smart choices. The chassis combines aluminum with strategic use of carbon fiber in areas where space is tight, like the front firewall and wheel wells. This approach keeps weight down while maintaining strength.The interior feels modern without being flashy. There are screens for instruments and infotainment, but also physical controls for common functions. Materials include cork and other sustainable options, but the overall vibe is practical rather than showy.With 10 inches of ground clearance, the MT1 can handle rough roads and light trails without drama. Its not built for rock crawling, but itll get you and your gear to that remote campsite just fine.From Drawing Board to DrivewayOn March 6, 2025, Telo showed off its first working pre-production prototypea major milestone for any automotive startup. To build these early models, Telo has partnered with Aria Group in California. Aria has experience creating vehicles for movies and limited-production runs, making it a good fit for Telos current needs.The path to your driveway still has some hurdles, though. Telo plans to deliver the first customer trucks in 2026, starting with about 100 vehicles that first year. According to company statements, theyll need to sell around 5,000 annually to become profitable.So far, about 5,000 people have put down a $152 reservation fee (cute touch that matches the trucks length in inches). Thats encouraging but modest compared to the reservation numbers for trucks from established brands.What Itll Cost YouLets talk money. The base single-motor MT1 with the standard battery starts at $41,520. Want the dual-motor setup? Add about $4,500. The bigger battery costs another $3,980. So, a fully loaded dual-motor version with the long-range battery will run just under $50,000.Thats not cheap for a small truck, but its about half of what youd pay for a Tesla Cybertruck. It also undercuts Fords E-Transit commercial EV, which starts at around $51,000 but offers less in the range. Federal tax incentives might bring the price down further for some buyers.Telo sees its customer as someone who lives in the city but escapes on weekendsthe urban dweller who occasionally needs to haul stuff but doesnt want to drive a monster truck daily. This niche currently has few options in the American market.The Real-World TestEarly test drives of the prototype have been promising. The MT1s small size makes it a breeze to maneuver in tight spaces you can actually see all four corners from the drivers seat, a rarity in modern trucks. The electric powertrain delivers immediate response, and the low center of gravity (thanks to the floor-mounted battery) helps it feel planted on the road.It drives like a car but works like a truck, said one test driver. You forget its a pickup until you need to haul something.The suspension balances comfort with capability its not too harsh for daily commuting but firm enough to handle a loaded bed. Regenerative braking allows mostly one-pedal driving, making stop-and-go traffic less of a chore.Bumps in the RoadOf course, bringing a new vehicle to market is never easy. Telo faces some serious challenges before the MT1 becomes a common sight on our roads.Money is the big one. While Telo has secured initial funding, making cars requires mountains of cash. The company hasnt fully explained how itll finance full production. Theyll also need to build a sales and service network, which is no small task for a startup.Safety concerns exist, too. Some wonder if such a small truck can protect occupants in a collision with larger vehicles. Telo says theyre conducting crash tests and have designed specific crumple zones, but theyll need to prove the MT1s safety to win over skeptical buyers.Then, theres the simple fact that Americans love big trucks. Convincing them to downsize might be the toughest challenge of all, regardless of the practical benefits.A Truck That Makes SenseThe Telo MT1 isnt trying to be all things to all people. It wont replace heavy-duty work trucks or satisfy those who equate vehicle size with personal status. Instead, it offers a sensible alternative for people who need occasional utility without the daily hassles of piloting an oversized vehicle.Were not saying everyone should drive a small truck, says Marks. Were just saying that for many people, especially in urban areas, the MT1 makes more sense than the massive pickups that dominate todays market.Suppose Telo can navigate the treacherous waters of automotive manufacturing and bring the MT1 to market as planned. In that case, they might help solve several problems at once: urban congestion, parking nightmares, excessive resource consumption, and the lack of right-sized utility vehicles in America.The MT1 feels like a truck designed for how people live rather than how they imagine themselves living. Its practical, capable, and sensibly sized. Whether thats enough to succeed in a market that often prioritizes image over practicality remains to be seen, but the MT1 deserves a chance to prove itself on our roads.As one journalist put it after driving the prototype: It just makes sense. And in the truck world, that feels surprisingly fresh.The post The Telo MT1: A Small Electric Truck That Makes Sense first appeared on Yanko Design.