Perpetual Learning
Arthur Finch 
It seems like every other day, we hear a new warning about the economy. A top economist recently suggested the U.S. might be standing on the edge of a recession. For folks like me, who’ve spent a career in technology, this brings up a lot of questions. How do we forecast these shifts, and what … Read more
It’s been fascinating to watch the intersection of technology and governance evolve over my career. Now, in 2025, we’re seeing a significant development: the Swedish Prime Minister is reportedly utilizing AI models in their work. This isn’t just a headline; it’s a real-world application of artificial intelligence in the highest levels of policy-making. For years, … Read more
It’s June 2nd, 2025, and I’ve been thinking a lot about AI lately. Not just the exciting advancements we’re all seeing, but something a bit more subtle, something that feels like a quiet shift with potentially large consequences. I’m talking about what I see as an emerging ‘bifurcation’ in AI development. For years, many of … Read more
It’s no secret that Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we work. As someone who’s spent decades in the software industry, I’ve seen technology’s evolution firsthand. But lately, the conversations are shifting, and CEOs are openly discussing how AI is leading to reduced workforces. This isn’t just theoretical anymore. We’re seeing leaders in major companies … Read more
It’s August 2025, and the buzz around Artificial Intelligence isn’t just about new gadgets or smarter chatbots anymore. For established industries, the implications are becoming starkly clear, and the world of consulting is squarely in AI’s sights. I’ve spent decades in the tech trenches, watching innovation reshape how we work. Now, I’m seeing a profound … Read more
It’s not every day you hear about sophisticated cyberattacks that directly impact international relations, but a recent discovery by Microsoft has put a spotlight on this very issue. Microsoft’s Threat Intelligence team recently identified a Russian state-sponsored hacking group, known as Midnight Blizzard (also tracked as Nobelium or APT29), attempting to breach the systems of … Read more
It’s August 1st, 2025, and the conversation about artificial intelligence and automation isn’t slowing down. From my years in software and my ongoing interest in how technology shapes our lives, I’ve seen firsthand how rapidly things are changing. It’s not about a distant future; it’s happening now, and it’s reshaping the very nature of work. … Read more
It seems every week there’s a new headline about cyber threats, and this latest one from Microsoft certainly caught my attention. They recently detailed an operation by a Russian government-backed hacking group, tracked as “Midnight Blizzard” (also known as Nobelium or APT29), which has been targeting foreign embassies around the globe. What’s particularly concerning about … Read more
As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve seen firsthand how software can reshape industries. Lately, a lot of the conversation has been about artificial intelligence, but sometimes the older, more established players are making significant moves too. Palantir, a company known for its big data analytics platforms, is one such player, and … Read more
As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve seen firsthand how quickly things change. Today, data is everywhere. It’s collected, stored, and used in ways that were unimaginable even twenty years ago. My own journey into thinking about ethical technology development naturally leads me to consider data privacy. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed … Read more