Tonight, we have a presidential debate between the two candidates, Joe Biden, and Donald Trump, which will be televised tonight on CNN. As someone deeply invested in the future of technology, I’m particularly interested in how these candidates will address the critical issues surrounding information technology. Emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and Web3 have far-reaching…
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The AI Race: Preparing for Superintelligence
Today, I am excited to continue the series, “The AI Race.” In this installment, we’ll explore a concept that’s both thrilling and daunting: the intelligence explosion. This is a pivotal topic that every business professional should understand as we move towards a future dominated by artificial intelligence (AI). What is the Intelligence Explosion? The intelligence…
Understanding Geomagnetic Storms and Their Impact on Modern Technology
Geomagnetic storms are not just a spectacular display of the Aurora Borealis; they’re a force of nature that can disrupt our most critical technologies. As we witness the beautiful lights dancing across the sky, it’s crucial to recognize the underlying risks these storms pose to satellites, GPS navigation, and even our national security. This article…
Safeguarding Our Privacy in an Age of High-Tech Vehicles: Strategies and Solutions
We’ve reached the final installment of our series on the privacy implications of advanced automotive technologies. Throughout this journey, we’ve explored how the integration of cameras, microphones, lidar, and radar in vehicles can potentially expose us to surveillance and privacy breaches. As someone with over 35 years in IT and emerging technologies, my goal has…
The Invisible Eyes: How Lidar and Radar in Vehicles Could Be Used for Surveillance
Welcome back to our in-depth series where we examine the intersection of advanced automotive technologies and privacy. With my 35-year background in IT and emerging technologies, I’ve grown particularly intrigued by the less obvious aspects of technology applications that might pose risks to our privacy and national security. Today, we focus on two such technologies:…
Beyond the Dashboard: The Surveillance Potential of Vehicle Cameras and Microphones
Hello again, tech enthusiasts and privacy advocates! Continuing our exploration into the intricate world of automotive technology, today we dive deeper into the implications of having sophisticated cameras and microphones embedded in our vehicles. As someone with a 35-year background in IT and emerging technologies, I’ve witnessed first-hand how innovations can both empower and endanger…
The Hidden Risks Behind the Wheel: Understanding Privacy Concerns in Modern Vehicles
In my 34 years working with emerging tech, I’ve seen the breathtaking pace at which this technology has evolved and integrated into every aspect of our lives. Today, I want to share my insights on a topic that merges my background with a critical aspect of our everyday lives: the technology in our cars. As…