AI and Automation: What’s Next for Our Jobs?

The Future of Work: How AI and Automation Are Reshaping Jobs

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

AI on the Job: Commonwealth Bank’s Shift and What It Means for Us

Commonwealth Bank AI Job Changes: What You Need to Know

It’s 2025, and the conversation around Artificial Intelligence in the workplace is hotter than ever. One of the more talked-about developments recently comes from Commonwealth Bank, which has been making headlines for its increasing integration of AI, leading to a reduction in certain human roles. As someone who spent decades in the software industry, I’ve … Read more

Manufacturing’s New Math: Why Self-Sustaining Robots Matter

Manufacturing's New Math: Why Self-Sustaining Robots Matter

You’ve probably seen headlines about robots taking over factories. But the real story isn’t just about automation. It’s about robotic autonomy – how these machines are becoming self-sufficient, and what that means for production costs and investment opportunities. For years, industrial robots were powerful but dependent. They needed human oversight for maintenance, battery changes, and … Read more

Echoes of the Loom: How Past Revolutions Guide Us Through Today’s Automation

Echoes of the Loom: How Past Revolutions Guide Us Through Today's Automation

It’s easy to feel a sense of unease when we talk about automation. The idea of machines taking over jobs, or fundamentally changing how we work, can be unsettling. But as someone who’s spent a career in technology, I find it helpful to look back. History, especially the history of industrial revolutions, offers us valuable … Read more

A Free GPT-5 for Everyone? Sam Altman’s Bold Vision, and What It Means for Us

A Free GPT-5 for Everyone? Sam Altman's Bold Vision, and What It Means for Us

It’s a concept that sounds straight out of science fiction: Sam Altman, the head of OpenAI, has floated the idea of giving every single person on Earth a personal, 24/7 AI assistant, powered by a future version of their technology, like GPT-5. And here’s the kicker: he suggests doing it for free. As someone who’s … Read more