Shifting Perspectives. Unveiling Futures.
In my 34 years working as a technology consultant and advisor, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformation of workplace cultures and their impact on business success. Through my journey from startups to the enterprise, a recurring theme has emerged: the stark contrast between the family model and the sports team model of running a business. Reflecting…
Imagine Sarah, a regular social media user who enjoys sharing updates about her life on various platforms. Each post, like, and share, while seemingly harmless, feeds into an extensive network of data collection. From her favorite coffee shop to her financial planning app, each bit of information she enters online could be captured, analyzed, and…
This article marks a departure from my usual topics, but I find myself compelled to share some personal reflections that have increasingly shaped my thoughts. As someone deeply involved in emerging technology, I’m accustomed to looking ahead, anticipating how innovations might transform our world. Yet, as I navigate the later stages of my career, I’ve…
In the landscape of modern education, we find ourselves at a crossroads. The traditional methods that have underpinned our learning systems for generations are now being challenged by the diverse needs of students across the globe. It’s becoming increasingly clear that the one-size-fits-all approach is outdated, unable to cater to the varied paces and styles…
In the quest to develop Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), a nuanced understanding of computational needs presents a compelling avenue for innovation. As we venture into this territory, the concept of utilizing multiple agents, each with access to varying types of compute power and resources, emerges as a sophisticated strategy. This essay delves into an approach…
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), a crucial question looms large: What does the future hold when the reins of AI’s development, direction, and accessibility are held by a select few? This blog delves into the concept of a techno-oligarchy in AI, exploring the implications of concentrated power in the hands of…
In the ever-evolving world of generative artificial intelligence (AI), one concept plays a pivotal role in shaping the capabilities and output of these sophisticated systems: the context window. Simply put, a context window refers to the amount of information—measured in tokens—that an AI can consider at any one time. This can include words, parts of…
Imagine you’re sitting at your desk, wrestling with a groundbreaking concept for a new sustainable energy solution. It’s revolutionary, potentially game-changing, but it’s also complex and multifaceted. You know it inside out, yet when it comes to explaining it to others, the words just don’t do it justice. This is where the magic of generative…
In the shadowy world of cybersecurity, Project TUNDRA stands as a testament to the relentless pursuit of technological supremacy. Purportedly an initiative of the National Security Agency (NSA), TUNDRA is shrouded in the kind of mystery that befits a plot lifted straight from the pages of a techno-thriller. If the leaked documents and speculative whispers…
In the early ages of America, teaching our children was all about imparting the essential skills needed to thrive in the known world. Parents passed down critical knowledge and skills on how to plant food, how to ride a horse, and how to shoot a bow. These were the skills that guaranteed survival and success…