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10 best Claude Cowork use cases for knowledge workers in 2026
The 10 most valuable Claude Cowork use cases—from research synthesis to client project management—and how Elephas compares for Mac users who need persistent knowledge bases and offline AI.
The Week AI Became an Ad Platform: Google Puts Shopping Ads Inside AI Mode Conversations
Google is placing Shopping ads and intent-triggered Direct Offers inside AI Mode — used by 75 million people daily. Days after ChatGPT launched ads, the two biggest AI interfaces are now both ad-supported. Here's how it works and what changed.
Only 2% of AI Output Is Ready to Use. The Productivity Crisis No One's Talking About
Zapier research reveals only 2% of AI-generated output is usable without edits, and workers spend 4.5 hours per week cleaning up AI mistakes. A Stanford and BetterUp Labs study coins the term 'AI workslop' — and finds it now makes up 16% of content at work.
Why I'm Not Worried About AI Job Loss (And You Shouldn't Be Either)
A response to the viral AI job loss panic. Comparative advantage, Jevons Paradox, and human bottlenecks explain why AI won't cause mass unemployment — and why Human + AI is the winning strategy.
Can AI Tools Waive Attorney-Client Privilege? What Every Lawyer Must Know
Cloud-based AI tools create a third-party disclosure that can waive attorney-client privilege. Learn the legal framework, real cases, and how local-processing AI preserves privilege by architecture.
7 Best Private AI Tools for Lawyers in 2026 (Local & Offline Options)
Compare 7 AI tools for lawyers on privacy, offline capability, pricing, and legal features. Elephas, CoCounsel, Casetext, Spellbook, Harvey AI, GPT4All, and Paxton AI reviewed.
ABA Formal Opinion 512 and AI: A Practical Compliance Guide for Law Firms
Break down ABA Opinion 512's four duties—competence, confidentiality, communication, fees—plus state-level rules from California, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, and Oregon.
6 Best AI Note-Taking Platforms for Solo Consultants
We tested every major AI knowledge platform through a consultant lens—privacy, offline access, client project management, and pricing. Detailed scoring and reviews.
5 ChatGPT Alternatives That Actually Work for Solo Consultants
ChatGPT can't keep client data private or remember past conversations. Here are 5 alternatives with offline AI, persistent knowledge, and NDA compliance.
Claude Cowork Plugins: First Impressions and Alternatives
Anthropic released 11 plugins for Claude Cowork. We review each plugin in detail—capabilities, who benefits, risks, and who should avoid—plus explore privacy-first alternatives.
The AI Note-Taking Privacy Problem: How to Protect Your Confidential Conversations
87% of professionals cite data security as their top concern with AI note-taking tools. Learn the real risks, legal implications, and privacy-first alternatives.
7 Best OpenClaw Alternatives for Professionals in 2026 (Safer & More Private)
OpenClaw has 42,900 exposed instances and critical security flaws. Compare 7 safer alternatives: Elephas, LM Studio, AnythingLLM, Jan, Open WebUI, Claude Desktop, and Msty.