Perpetual Learning
Arthur Finch 
It feels like we’re constantly hearing about tariffs and trade wars these days. The news cycles buzz with potential tariff refund bills, or how trade disputes might impact jobs in critical sectors like semiconductors. From my perspective, having spent decades in tech, these aren’t just abstract economic concepts; they have real, tangible consequences that touch … Read more
It’s fascinating to see how deeply intertwined technology, economic policies, and even political decisions have become. As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve watched this intersection evolve, and today, it feels more critical than ever. Think about the semiconductor industry. These tiny chips are the brains behind almost everything we use, from … Read more
It’s a problem we’ve all seen: artificial intelligence systems, despite their incredible capabilities, sometimes just… make things up. They ‘hallucinate,’ producing information that sounds plausible but is entirely false. As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I find this fascinating, and frankly, a bit concerning. Today, I want to explore the physics behind … Read more
It’s September 2025, and many of us are still waiting for Artificial Intelligence to dramatically reshape our job market. We’ve heard for years about AI’s incredible potential for productivity gains, and indeed, we’re seeing these advancements in many fields. Yet, the widespread job displacement that some predicted hasn’t materialized on a massive scale. Why this … Read more
Imagine a world where you could share thoughts, ideas, and even emotions without uttering a single word or typing a key. It sounds like science fiction, but emerging technologies are bringing this possibility closer to reality. Projects like ‘Alterego’ are exploring what we might call ‘near-telepathic’ communication. These aren’t mind-reading devices in the dramatic sense, … Read more
It’s easy to get caught up in the daily headlines, but lately, I’ve been noticing a different kind of conversation emerging about the job market. Beyond the usual ups and downs, there’s a growing sentiment that finding a good job is becoming increasingly difficult, with some folks even describing it as “hell.” This isn’t just … Read more
It seems like everywhere I go these days, the local dollar store is bustling. More than just a place for a quick party supply run or a cheap seasonal decoration, these stores are seeing a significant uptick in shoppers. But why? As someone who’s spent a career watching how technology and economic shifts shape our … Read more
It’s fascinating, and sometimes a little unsettling, to see how far artificial intelligence has come. We use it daily, often without a second thought. But as these systems get more sophisticated, we’re also encountering new challenges. One of the most talked-about is what we call ‘AI hallucinations.’ This isn’t about AI having visions; it refers … Read more
It’s September 7th, 2025, and the world of Artificial Intelligence is buzzing with a new development from Switzerland. They’ve launched ‘Apertus’, a public, open-source AI model. This isn’t just another AI tool; it’s built with a strong emphasis on privacy, which is a refreshing change in our data-driven world. For years, we’ve seen AI models … Read more
As someone who’s spent a career in the trenches of the tech world, I’ve seen firsthand how quickly new systems can be adopted, often with great promise. One area where this is particularly evident is in hiring. Applicant Tracking Systems, or ATS, are now ubiquitous in the U.S. labor market. They promise efficiency, fairness, and … Read more