The AI Squeeze: What’s Happening to Entry-Level Tech Jobs?

The AI Squeeze: What's Happening to Entry-Level Tech Jobs?

As of August 15, 2025, a concerning trend is unfolding in the tech industry, one that reminds me of some of the shifts I’ve witnessed throughout my years studying technological evolution. We’re seeing a significant contraction in job openings for new graduates, with reports indicating that opportunities for those just starting their careers have been … 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

AI’s Big Leap: From One Trick Ponies to Master Collaborators

AI's Leap: From Single-Task Savants to Unified Intelligence Agents

It feels like just yesterday we were marveling at AI that could write an email or paint a picture. These were specialized ‘savants,’ incredibly good at one thing, but that was it. Now, we’re witnessing a fundamental shift – the convergence of AI into unified, multi-modal intelligence agents. Think about it. We’ve had AI models … Read more

Is AI Hitting a Wall? A Look Back at Technological Plateaus

Is AI Hitting a Wall? A Look Back at Technological Plateaus

Hello everyone, Eleanor here. As we gather here in August of 2025, the air is thick with talk of Artificial Intelligence. It’s everywhere, promising to reshape our world. But as someone who’s spent decades sifting through the history of technology, I can’t help but wonder: what if AI doesn’t get much better than this? It … Read more

Generative AI’s Shifting Tides: An August 2025 Snapshot

Generative AI Update: ChatGPT, Gemini, and Market Shifts in August 2025

It feels like just yesterday we were marveling at the early capabilities of generative AI. Now, as we enter the latter half of 2025, the landscape has continued its rapid evolution. I’ve been keeping an eye on the traffic share data for the major generative AI models, and it’s fascinating to see the subtle yet … Read more

GPT-5: More Than Just Smarter

GPT-5: Unpacking Capabilities, Compute, and Societal Impact

Hello everyone, Arthur Finch here. It’s August 12, 2025, and the tech world is abuzz with talk of GPT-5. As someone who’s spent a career in software, I find it crucial to look beyond the initial excitement and really unpack what these advancements mean for us. Let’s talk specs. Reports suggest GPT-5 is being trained … Read more

AI: When Free Markets Get a Little Too Smart for Our Own Good

AI's Unforeseen Consequences in Free Market Capitalism

Okay, so hear me out… We all know AI is exploding, right? And in a free market capitalist system, that usually means innovation, lower prices, and better stuff for us consumers. It’s the dream scenario. But lately, I’ve been thinking about what happens when AI gets really, really good at understanding and influencing us, all … Read more

GPT-5: A Smarter AI, But Still Human in Its Limits

GPT-5 Capabilities and Limitations: A Critical Look

It’s August 2025, and the buzz around GPT-5 is undeniable. As someone who’s seen a few tech evolutions in my time, I’m always keen to look beyond the hype and understand what’s really changing. GPT-5 represents a significant step forward, but like any powerful tool, it comes with its own set of constraints. One of … Read more

Beyond Scaling: The Real Path to Artificial General Intelligence

The Future of AI: Beyond Scaling and the Race for AGI

I’ve spent decades in the tech industry, watching AI evolve from simple algorithms to the sophisticated systems we have today. It’s easy to get caught up in the race for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) – that hypothetical point where AI can understand, learn, and apply knowledge across a wide range of tasks, much like a … Read more