During a Pandemic, the Big Event Is No Events
Plus: Revisiting the birth of Alphabet’s Loon, a defense of colorful language, and a faulty warning in Hawaii.
Amazon’s New ‘Essential Items’ Policy Is Devastating Sellers
Due to Covid-19, Amazon is only accepting certain supplies at its warehouses. Small businesses are already feeling the pinch.
While Many Restaurants Struggle, Here’s How One Is Thriving
The food service industry is facing pandemic-related layoffs and closings, but tech-savvy chef Eric Rivera is using online platforms to keep his business in the black.
Has the Coronavirus Killed the Techlash?
Plus: Larry Page’s predictions on regulation, Elon Musk’s brain chip, and an unthinkably bad day for Utah.
The ‘Surreal’ Frenzy Inside the US’ Biggest Mask Maker
Prestige Ameritech typically makes 250,000 masks a day. Now it’s manufacturing 1 million daily, and turning away orders for 100 million more.
Twitter and Facebook Must Not Allow Trump’s Covid-19 Lies
Plus: Jack Dorsey’s own words, the value of anonymity on the internet, and hard times for monkeys.
As Covid-19 Spreads, Listen to the Stock Market—for Now
Falling share prices say the economy, and corporate profits, will worsen. But stocks will likely rebound before skies clear.
The Alternate Universe Where Facebook Bought Twitter
Plus: Jack Dorsey’s dual role, a new generation of productivity software, and a grim week in news.
Being Happy at Work Is Simply Not Enough
That anxiety has spawned an onslaught of books: Some try to convince you that your job can get better, while others argue that the machines will simply take them all away.
Silicon Valley Ruined Work Culture Everywhere
Why does every damn place—even old-school corporate offices—have to be fun and full of foosball?
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