The AI tools we love right now—and what’s next

AI tools are everywhere, changing the way we work, communicate, and even create. But which tools are actually useful? And how can users integrate them in a way that’s both practical and ethical?

In a recent conversation for FC Live, Fast Company tech editor Max Ufberg and longtime contributor Jared Newman explored the real-world impact of today’s AI tools—how they work, what they’re good for, and where they still fall short. From writing assistants to productivity hacks, they broke down what’s worth your time—and what’s just hype.

If you missed the subscriber-only event, you’re in luck. You can catch the whole conversation in the video above.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91310880/the-ai-tools-we-love-right-now-and-whats-next?partner=rss&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=rss+fastcompany&utm_content=rss

Created 2mo | Apr 4, 2025, 2:20:04 PM


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