Maia McCann

Change, whether personal or professional, can be challenging. But it can also create opportunities to make a meaningful impact. But navigating the uncertainty is tricky. Art Markman, a leading cognitive scientist and Fast Company contributor, joined Fast Company executive digital director Maia McCann in a recent conversation to share strategies on how to stay grounded, optimistic, and purposeful during times of change.

An immersive, interactive trailer starring a bunch of turtles. The first Olympics that took full advantage of the power of streaming. AR glasses that reflect years of refinement. These are some of the notable applications of advanced technology honored in this year’s categories covering media, entertainment, social, AR, VR, spatial computing, and metaverse.

At a time when old-school media is on the decline, innovators are using technology to create more dynamic content experiences. These companies are disrupting the media industry in ways we couldn’t have imagined a decade ago, from the way we watch football at home to the experience of attending a concert. Amazon For flawless blitz predictions that alter ‘Thursday Night Football’ forever Up until now, many televised sports broadcasts have consisted of replay analysis.