AmberMac Archive: featured

#TheFeed: YouTube Labels AI + Supercharging Canada’s Battery Industry

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new facility coming to Nova Scotia will supercharge Canada’s battery researchers; a networking platform for the future of work; new money that’s helping Canada’s AI ecosystem; and a deep dive into the aftermath of Don Lemon’s Elon Musk interview. Read More

#TheFeed: The EU Investigating TikTok + Breaking Common Hiring Biases

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: making data work for businesses and beyond with a data-first approach; how a chatbot is changing the hiring process; how an AI startup is helping Hollywood keep up; and we chat about the business of storytelling. Listen to the episode… Read More

AmberMac 2024 Trends Report: Relentless Transformation

My 2023 Amber Mac Trends Report (published last January) featured four pillars of change – Purpose, AI, Trust, and Health – and a framework for survival – a blueprint I call The P.A.T.H. One year later, what surprises me is how quickly this change is happening, and how it puts… Read More

2023 Holiday Guide: Smart Home Tech With Amber Mac

Smart home tech is getting smarter and more affordable this holiday season (everything below is under $500 – while sales last). Here are some of the hottest new products for any budget or wish list, and the perfect upgrades for a stress-free, smooth, and safe 2024. See Guests &… Read More

#TheFeed: Microsoft’s New AI Tools + Tech Deals For The Holidays

TF360: Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: replacing just 20% of single-use plastic packaging with reusable alternatives can offer an economic opportunity of at least $10 billion; how companies can protect themselves against cybersecurity threats through a unique blend of people and technology; a look at… Read More

2023 Holiday Guide: Tech for Teens with Amber Mac

If you’re starting your holiday shopping early this year and you have a teenager on your list, tech expert and mom Amber Mac is here with her all-new 2023 Holiday Guide: Tech for Teens. For the Creative Family: Cricut Joy Xtra Cricut is the leading brand of smart-cutting machines for… Read More

#TheFeed: Keeping Broadcasting Alive & Understanding Cultivated Meat

TF359: Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: what we can learn from women who run the most innovative and successful companies in the world; how to create better meat products for the planet, people, and animals; getting help as a new parent through the entire journey… Read More

#TheFeed: Shrinking Attention Spans & AI Cover Art

TF357: Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: diving into the future of cities on AI; Maclean’s Magazine’s AI cover; opportunities for the next generation of gamers; and why attention spans are getting shorter (and what it really means). Listen to the episode through the Podbean player… Read More

#TheFeed: The Rise of Deepfakes & Firefighting Robots at Work

TF353: Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an affordable robot that can scout burning buildings before sending in firefighters; creating safer spaces online; designing the future of work for young people who are underprepared; and 3 cybersecurity tips to stay safer online (Sponsored by RBC). Listen… Read More

New iPhones & Apple Watches at Apple’s September 2023 Event

Apple’s September 2023 event kept things pretty focused, with a lot of references to the considerable (and impressive and commendable) environment efforts Apple has been making (check out the “Mother Nature” video from the event – it’s pretty entertaining), but came down to just two things: new… Read More