Perpetual Learning
Did you know that getting enough quality sleep might be one of the most powerful tools we have to protect our brains as we age? It sounds simple, right? Go to sleep, wake up feeling refreshed. But what’s actually happening in our brains while we’re catching those Z’s, and how does it relate to something … Read more
It turns out, the official numbers on AI adoption in businesses might be telling only half the story. A recent report from MIT suggests a much more dynamic picture: a significant “shadow AI economy” is already at play, driven by employees using personal AI tools to get their work done. Think about it. While IT … Read more
As a gardener, I’m always thinking about how to make my home more comfortable and efficient. Recently, I’ve been looking into ways to improve our home’s energy use, especially with some pretty large windows (around 80×80 inches) we have here in Colorado. One question that keeps coming up is whether to upgrade to triple-pane windows, … Read more
Okay, so hear me out. We’ve all seen the sci-fi movies, right? The ones where the super-intelligent AI decides humans are, like, the problem. Well, some seriously smart people in the AI world, including folks like Geoffrey Hinton, are starting to sound a lot like those movie characters. They’re genuinely concerned about the path we’re … Read more
It’s a question that has puzzled humanity for ages: what happened before the Big Bang? For a long time, this seemed like an unanswerable riddle, confined to the realm of philosophy and speculation. But today, science is getting closer to finding potential answers, and it turns out, computers are playing a starring role. Did you … Read more
Okay, so hear me out… We’re talking about Artificial Intelligence, and not just the stuff that helps you write emails or generate cool images. We’re talking about the deep, potentially world-altering kind. And when a guy like Geoffrey Hinton, one of the absolute OGs of AI, starts dropping warnings, it’s time to pay attention. Hinton, … Read more
The world of high-paying, traditional professions like law and medicine is facing a new reality, and it’s being shaped by generative AI. Just recently, the founder of Google’s Generative AI team made waves by suggesting that prospective students might want to think twice about pursuing law or medical degrees. This isn’t about AI replacing humans … Read more
Today, August 23, 2025, we’re diving into a question that’s both philosophical and scientific: Can a robot be alive? It’s easy to see robots doing incredible things – from complex manufacturing to assisting in surgery. But when we talk about being ‘alive,’ what are we actually talking about? As someone with a background in atmospheric … Read more
Okay, so hear me out: The indie gaming scene is about to get seriously shaken up. We’ve all been waiting what feels like forever for Hollow Knight: Silksong, and with its release date finally on the horizon (expected sometime in 2025, we’re all on the edge of our seats!), something interesting is happening. Many other … Read more
Did you know that this Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, offers a truly special celestial show? We’re talking about a six-planet alignment, also known as a planetary parade, happening shortly after a rare ‘Black Moon’ event. Let’s break down what that means and why it’s so fascinating. What is a ‘Black Moon’? While the term ‘Black … Read more