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Business Insider
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
'Alien: Earth' features a barefoot trillionaire. He echoes 'what's happening right now in the world,' says the actor who plays him.
Terrifying Xenomorphs, human-android hybrids, and a celebrity trillionaire who holds a mirror up to our world — " Alien: Earth" has it all. The show follows two warring companies, Weyland-Yutani and Prodigy Corp, as they scramble to catch the Xenomorph and a handful of other creatures after they crash-land on Earth. Prodigy Corp is led by Boy Kavalier (Samuel Blenkin), who has found a way to transfer the consciousness of terminally ill children into synthetic adult bodies. He uses these human-androids (dubbed the "Lost Boys") to do his bidding and capture the Xenomorph. Noah Hawley, who created and wrote "Alien: Earth," spoke to Business Insider in London about how the show holds a mirror up to our world, saying, "I think it's pretty obvious that we're all living in the same world, and we are looking at this show with the same eyes." @eammonj94 Samuel Blenkin on how Alien: Earth mirrors our world through villainous CEOs… @FX Networks @Disney UK @disneyplusuk @Business Insider @Insider Life (📸:) #Alien #AlienEarth #TimothyOlyphant #SamuelBlenkin #BabouCeesay #NoahHawley #FX #Hulu #DisneyPlus #DisneyUK #journalist #Interview #TVinterview #Work #Horror #ScienceFiction #RidleyScott #JamesCameron #Xenomorph #Monsters #MovieMonsters #Movies #WhatToWatch #whattowatch #HorrorTok #MovieTok #Aliens #HRGiger ♬ original sound - Eammon Jacobs He said that because Weyland-Yutani was a "faceless corporate thing" where "the individual was powerless against the system" in the "Alien" movies, he needed to add something different in the TV show so audiences could "see the world they were living in." "What we have now is a system in which the individual has the most power. The one leader of the corporation is a celebrity and a trillionaire and everything, and then all of the other individuals are powerless in the face of the whim of the founder." Blenkin said that Kavalier makes "brutal, logical choices" because he believes he's doing what is best for humanity. "There are clear resonances there with what's happening right now in the world, and the joy of this character who is strange and has his own weird tendencies and that kind of thing. I get to inhabit that." Despite the commentary on our own world, Blenkin says his performance isn't inspired by anyone in particular because "the writing is taking care of those connections." He continued, "The best stories, especially a TV show, you want to come around the back door. You don't want to knock the audience over the head." "Alien: Earth" starts streaming on Hulu on August 12 in the United States and on August 13 on Disney+ in the United Kingdom.
Boston Globe
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
The tech bro is now the villain of the hour
The series takes place in 2120, which makes Kavalier a future tech bro. He has highly developed rapacious instincts, and a comically messianic self-image. 'Alien: Earth,' and Blenkin, wisely plays this for laughs. Kavalier prances around in what looks like a bathrobe, bouncing a rubber ball on the floor and off the walls of his private island laboratory compound. At an important business meeting he puts his bare feet up on the table. It helps that Blenkin, in his late twenties, looks a little like a teenager. He is the tech bro as spoiled, precocious child. Advertisement Kavalier has created a group of hybrids that have synthetic human form encasing the souls of dead children. He wants to bridge the gap between mortal and immortal, which is just such a tech bro ambition. Unable or unwilling to connect in a meaningful way with fellow humans, he sprints glibly, goofy smile on his face, toward the next frontier. Advertisement He is tech bro. Hear him roar. Chris Vognar can be reached at
Glasgow Times
30-05-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Procurement firm aims to cut one billion hours of admin time
The company believes this is just scratching the surface and that procurement automation software is fundamentally reshaping procurement. ProcurePro's founder Alastair Blenkin, a 40 Under 40 alumnus, said: "Construction teams have been drowning in emails, spreadsheets, and manual processes for decades. "We're not just making minor improvements — we're transforming procurement from the ground up." How UK construction solves key challenges UK construction is currently facing significant hurdles: widespread labour shortages, lagging industry growth, and notably sluggish technology adoption. Procurement software adoption isn't just an administrative efficiency — it's a key strategic solution, empowering contractors to cope with and thrive amidst these challenges. Leading UK contractors like Mount Anvil, Kori Construction, SMD, and are already reaping substantial benefits from ProcurePro's digital revolution. Mark Hopkins, Commercial Director at Mount Anvil, summarises the shift clearly: "Every construction company should be using ProcurePro. It's a no-brainer." SMD has also transformed its operations, reporting significantly reduced administrative overhead and enhanced project transparency. Jon Wren, SMD's Commercial Director, said: "Digitising our procurement processes with ProcurePro has allowed our teams to focus on strategic tasks rather than drowning in paperwork." Meanwhile, Kori Construction has experienced accelerated decision-making and improved cost control, crucial in the current economic climate. Legacie, known for high-end residential construction, has improved vendor management, enabling faster project delivery and greater transparency across their supply chain. A human-centric digital revolution ProcurePro is also committed to 'humanising' technology. The company's mission — to save one billion administrative hours - is more than a lofty aspiration; it's about genuinely improving quality of life for construction professionals bogged down by administrative work. "Every hour saved is an hour construction professionals can redirect toward strategic decision-making, relationship-building, and delivering outstanding projects," says Blenkin. "We're passionate about freeing people from admin work so they can focus on what truly matters." The adoption rate among Australian builders is expected to hit 50% by the end of 2025 and similar rapid growth is anticipated across UK and European markets. The AI labour revolution is inevitable, and early adopters of digitalisation, like Mount Anvil, Kori Construction, SMD, and Legacie, will have a significant competitive advantage. For Blenkin and his team, the goal remains crystal clear: "We're here to turn procurement from the industry's Achilles' heel into its greatest strength. The scale we've reached so far is incredible, but we're just getting started." As construction procurement rapidly evolves to meet the demands of the digital age, ProcurePro stands front and centre, championing a smarter, more efficient, and profoundly human approach to spend management and project delivery. The message from the industry is loud and clear: digitalise or get left behind. Is your procurement ready for the future? Because the future is already here, and it's called ProcurePro.
Leader Live
30-05-2025
- Business
- Leader Live
Procurement firm aims to cut one billion hours of admin time
The company believes this is just scratching the surface and that procurement automation software is fundamentally reshaping procurement. ProcurePro's founder Alastair Blenkin, a 40 Under 40 alumnus, said: "Construction teams have been drowning in emails, spreadsheets, and manual processes for decades. "We're not just making minor improvements — we're transforming procurement from the ground up." UK construction is currently facing significant hurdles: widespread labour shortages, lagging industry growth, and notably sluggish technology adoption. Procurement software adoption isn't just an administrative efficiency — it's a key strategic solution, empowering contractors to cope with and thrive amidst these challenges. Leading UK contractors like Mount Anvil, Kori Construction, SMD, and are already reaping substantial benefits from ProcurePro's digital revolution. Mark Hopkins, Commercial Director at Mount Anvil, summarises the shift clearly: "Every construction company should be using ProcurePro. It's a no-brainer." SMD has also transformed its operations, reporting significantly reduced administrative overhead and enhanced project transparency. Jon Wren, SMD's Commercial Director, said: "Digitising our procurement processes with ProcurePro has allowed our teams to focus on strategic tasks rather than drowning in paperwork." Meanwhile, Kori Construction has experienced accelerated decision-making and improved cost control, crucial in the current economic climate. Legacie, known for high-end residential construction, has improved vendor management, enabling faster project delivery and greater transparency across their supply chain. ProcurePro is also committed to 'humanising' technology. The company's mission — to save one billion administrative hours - is more than a lofty aspiration; it's about genuinely improving quality of life for construction professionals bogged down by administrative work. "Every hour saved is an hour construction professionals can redirect toward strategic decision-making, relationship-building, and delivering outstanding projects," says Blenkin. "We're passionate about freeing people from admin work so they can focus on what truly matters." The adoption rate among Australian builders is expected to hit 50% by the end of 2025 and similar rapid growth is anticipated across UK and European markets. The AI labour revolution is inevitable, and early adopters of digitalisation, like Mount Anvil, Kori Construction, SMD, and Legacie, will have a significant competitive advantage. For Blenkin and his team, the goal remains crystal clear: "We're here to turn procurement from the industry's Achilles' heel into its greatest strength. The scale we've reached so far is incredible, but we're just getting started." As construction procurement rapidly evolves to meet the demands of the digital age, ProcurePro stands front and centre, championing a smarter, more efficient, and profoundly human approach to spend management and project delivery. The message from the industry is loud and clear: digitalise or get left behind. Is your procurement ready for the future? Because the future is already here, and it's called ProcurePro.
South Wales Argus
30-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Procurement firm aims to cut one billion hours of admin time
The company believes this is just scratching the surface and that procurement automation software is fundamentally reshaping procurement. ProcurePro's founder Alastair Blenkin, a 40 Under 40 alumnus, said: "Construction teams have been drowning in emails, spreadsheets, and manual processes for decades. "We're not just making minor improvements — we're transforming procurement from the ground up." How UK construction solves key challenges UK construction is currently facing significant hurdles: widespread labour shortages, lagging industry growth, and notably sluggish technology adoption. Procurement software adoption isn't just an administrative efficiency — it's a key strategic solution, empowering contractors to cope with and thrive amidst these challenges. Leading UK contractors like Mount Anvil, Kori Construction, SMD, and are already reaping substantial benefits from ProcurePro's digital revolution. Mark Hopkins, Commercial Director at Mount Anvil, summarises the shift clearly: "Every construction company should be using ProcurePro. It's a no-brainer." SMD has also transformed its operations, reporting significantly reduced administrative overhead and enhanced project transparency. Jon Wren, SMD's Commercial Director, said: "Digitising our procurement processes with ProcurePro has allowed our teams to focus on strategic tasks rather than drowning in paperwork." Meanwhile, Kori Construction has experienced accelerated decision-making and improved cost control, crucial in the current economic climate. Legacie, known for high-end residential construction, has improved vendor management, enabling faster project delivery and greater transparency across their supply chain. A human-centric digital revolution ProcurePro is also committed to 'humanising' technology. The company's mission — to save one billion administrative hours - is more than a lofty aspiration; it's about genuinely improving quality of life for construction professionals bogged down by administrative work. "Every hour saved is an hour construction professionals can redirect toward strategic decision-making, relationship-building, and delivering outstanding projects," says Blenkin. "We're passionate about freeing people from admin work so they can focus on what truly matters." The adoption rate among Australian builders is expected to hit 50% by the end of 2025 and similar rapid growth is anticipated across UK and European markets. The AI labour revolution is inevitable, and early adopters of digitalisation, like Mount Anvil, Kori Construction, SMD, and Legacie, will have a significant competitive advantage. For Blenkin and his team, the goal remains crystal clear: "We're here to turn procurement from the industry's Achilles' heel into its greatest strength. The scale we've reached so far is incredible, but we're just getting started." As construction procurement rapidly evolves to meet the demands of the digital age, ProcurePro stands front and centre, championing a smarter, more efficient, and profoundly human approach to spend management and project delivery. The message from the industry is loud and clear: digitalise or get left behind. Is your procurement ready for the future? Because the future is already here, and it's called ProcurePro.
