AI Layoffs: The Paradox Companies Aren’t Talking About

AI Layoffs: The Paradox of Tech Implementation

Okay, so hear me out… we’re in August 2025, and the buzz around AI is still deafening. We hear about AI boosting productivity, creating new jobs, and generally making everything better. Yet, simultaneously, we’re seeing headlines about companies laying off staff. This feels… weird, right? Why are companies hiring AI talent and then… letting people … Read more

Stuck in Place: Why Are Americans Moving Less?

America's Stalled Mobility: Housing Costs & Job Insecurity Keep People Stuck

It feels like a fundamental part of the American dream is that you can pick up and move for a better opportunity. Go where the jobs are, or where life is more affordable. But lately, that’s not happening as much. Data from recent years suggests that people are staying put. They’re not moving to new … Read more

We’re Thinking About AI Backwards

We're Thinking About AI Backwards: The Office Singularity is Here

It feels like every day there’s a new headline about Artificial Intelligence. We hear about AI potentially achieving consciousness, or solving the world’s biggest problems, or even, as some predict, leading to a ‘singularity’ that changes humanity forever. But I’ve been in the tech world for a long time, and honestly, I think we’re looking … Read more

My Job as a Writer: Tested by AI in 40 Seconds

AI Wrote My Article Draft in 40 Seconds: A Writer's Reflection

It’s August 19, 2025, and I’m feeling… contemplative. For years, we’ve discussed how AI might change the world of work, especially creative fields. I’ve written about it myself, exploring the benefits and potential pitfalls. Well, today, I put that discussion to a very personal test. I’ve been working on an article about the history of … Read more

Beyond the Paycheck: Rethinking Wealth and AI in Society

Rethinking Wealth and AI: UBI, Sovereign Funds, and Compute Distribution

I’ve spent decades in the tech world, watching innovation reshape our lives. Today, as technology races ahead and wealth seems to concentrate, we’re standing at a crossroads. Sam Altman, a key figure in AI development, recently pointed out that this combination might push societies towards entirely new ways of distributing resources. It’s a thought-provoking idea … Read more