Top storyThinking·29 Jul
The Bull And Bear Case For Digital Design In The Age Of AI
AI may give designers greater autonomy to create and implement design solutions with less need for permission from others.
Smashing Magazine
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Stories from Wednesday, 29 July 2026
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ThinkingYour people get AI. Get out of their way.
Ninety-five percent of corporate AI projects fail due to company bureaucracy and lack of trust in employees.
29 Jul13 min read
UX Collective
ThinkingBattling AI fatigue as a designer and developer: a practical guide
Designers and developers can combat AI fatigue by limiting AI usage in personal life and doing fun tasks themselves.
29 Jul8 min read
UX Collective
ThinkingThe UX of Contrast: Lessons from Indika’s Game Design
Indika's game design uses contrast to shape player interpretation of the story and emotional conflict.
29 Jul14 min read
Jesse Showalter
VideoWhy Your Design Career Isn't Growing And the Simple Fix Nobody Wants to Hear | w/Alex Aperios
Design careers often stagnate due to simple issues that are frequently overlooked.
29 Jul
Figma (YT)
VideoIntro to Figma Motion for Edu with shader effects and fills
Figma Motion introduces educational applications, demonstrating shader effects and fills to enhance interactive design elements within the platform.
28 Jul
UX Collective
ThinkingFrom frictionless to meaningful
Friction in design can create memorable experiences, invite reflection, and help users connect with others and consume less.
27 Jul11 min read
Editor's pick
The MOS 6502: the people’s princess
The MOS 6502 chip impacted design by blending arcade game UI concepts with affordable 1970s calculator chips.
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