AI in Your Pocket: Real Uses Beyond the Hype

Beyond Benchmarks: Practical AI Applications in Daily Life

It’s easy to get caught up in the grand pronouncements about AI. We hear about artificial general intelligence, AI becoming friends, or even AI outliving us. While those discussions are fascinating, they can feel pretty abstract. I’ve been spending time exploring online communities, like certain subreddits, that focus on something more grounded: how people are … Read more

Navigating the Shift: Automation, AI, and Our Evolving Careers

The Future of Work: Automation, AI, and the Changing Workforce

It feels like just yesterday I was navigating the early days of software development, and now here we are, discussing artificial intelligence and automation as everyday forces shaping our work lives. My career in tech has given me a front-row seat to this incredible evolution, and it’s clear that the landscape of work is changing, … Read more

The Digital Divide: How Tech Shapes Our Economic Ladder

Economic Inequality and Social Mobility in the Digital Age

It’s easy to get caught up in the marvels of the digital age – the AI advancements, the instant global communication, the access to information at our fingertips. But as someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve also seen how these same innovations can widen the gap between those who have and those … Read more

The Grid vs. AI: America’s Power Problem

America's Grid vs. AI: Why Power is the Next Tech Battleground

As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve always been fascinated by how innovation reshapes our lives. But lately, I’ve been thinking about a less glamorous, yet absolutely critical, piece of the puzzle: electricity. Specifically, how our power grid is becoming a major bottleneck for the AI revolution, and how this compares to … Read more

America’s Auto Industry: Stuck in Neutral?

America's Auto Industry: Navigating Challenges and the Electric Future

It feels like every other week, we hear about the challenges facing the American car industry. From shifts in consumer demand to the massive undertaking of transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs), the road ahead looks bumpy. It’s a sector deeply woven into the fabric of American life, and understanding its current struggles is key to … Read more

More Than Just Code: Are AI Models Becoming Our Friends?

AI Companionship: Are AI Models Becoming Our Friends?

It’s fascinating to see how quickly artificial intelligence has moved from a tool to something that feels… well, more like a companion. As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve watched AI evolve, and its increasing ability to hold natural conversations and even offer a sense of understanding is truly remarkable. We’re no … Read more

Why Americans Feel Less Confident About Their Wallets

US Consumer Sentiment Declines Amid Rising Inflation Expectations

It’s been a tough stretch for many Americans when it comes to their finances, and the numbers are starting to show it. Consumer sentiment, which is basically how people feel about the economy and their own financial future, has been dipping. At the same time, expectations for future inflation are creeping up. So, what’s going … Read more

Digital Immortality: Can AI Outlive Us All?

AI and Digital Immortality: Can Machines Outlive Humans?

It’s fascinating to think about what comes next, especially when someone as prominent as Geoffrey Hinton, a pioneer in AI, starts talking about the future of humanity and consciousness. Hinton has touched on the idea of digital immortality – living on as an AI – as a way to overcome our biological limitations. From my … Read more

Stuck in Place: Why Americans Aren’t Moving House or Jobs Anymore

America's Mobility Crisis: Why People Aren't Buying Homes or Switching Jobs

It feels like America is hitting a pause button, and not in a good way. As of August 15, 2025, a couple of key economic indicators are showing a significant slowdown in something fundamental to our growth: mobility. We’re seeing fewer people buying homes and fewer people switching jobs. This isn’t just a minor blip; … Read more