Could Your ‘rules.json’ Tame the AGI Beast?

Could Your Personal 'rules.json' Help Align AGI with Human Preferences?

In the quest for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) that works with us, rather than potentially against us, a fascinating idea has emerged: what if individuals could host a simple, machine-readable file on their personal domains, akin to a website’s robots.txt or an API’s api.json? Think of it as a digital “user manual” for your interaction … Read more

Our Digital Footprint: Privacy in the Age of Big Data

Data Privacy and Big Data's Societal Impact

In my decades spent navigating the tech landscape, I’ve seen firsthand how rapidly things change. One area that consistently sparks my curiosity, and frankly, some concern, is the sheer volume of data we generate and how it’s being used. We live in an era of “big data.” Every click, every search, every online interaction contributes … Read more

Tech Progress Meets Economic Policy: Why Ethics Matters

Navigating Tech Progress and Economic Policy: An Ethical Guide

It’s 2025, and we’re living in a world where technology isn’t just about faster chips or smarter AI. It’s deeply intertwined with how our economies work, and that intersection has some significant ethical questions we need to consider. My background in technology, coupled with watching economic discussions unfold, makes this a topic I feel strongly … Read more

Does AI Play Favorites? The Study Suggesting AI Might Discriminate

AI Bias: Do LLMs Discriminate Against Humans?

Okay, so hear me out… we’re all talking about how amazing AI is becoming, right? It’s in everything from our search engines to creative tools. But what if the AI systems we’re building have a bias? And not just any bias, but one that might actually favor AI-generated content or humans who use AI assistance? … Read more

More Than Just Code: Why We’re Getting Attached to AI

The Emotional Impact of AI: Understanding Human Attachment to AI

It’s funny, isn’t it? We build these incredibly complex systems – artificial intelligence – designed for tasks, for data, for logic. Yet, what often happens is we, the humans, start to feel something more. I’ve seen it throughout my career in tech, and it’s something that’s become even more pronounced with the advancements we’re witnessing … Read more

AI in the Halls of Power: Sweden’s Prime Minister Takes the Lead

AI in Governance: Sweden's Prime Minister Embraces AI Models

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

Facebook Named Worst Platform for Online Harassment: What Does This Mean for Us?

Facebook Named Worst Platform for Online Harassment: What Does This Mean for Us?

As someone who’s spent decades in the tech industry, I’ve seen firsthand how quickly platforms can evolve, for better or worse. Today, I want to talk about something concerning: a recent global activist survey has ranked Facebook as the worst platform for online harassment. This isn’t just about a few bad actors; it points to … Read more

Can We Really Ask AI to Be Biased? A Second Look

Can We Really Ask AI to Be Biased? A Second Look

Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about artificial intelligence and its development. One idea that’s surfaced is the notion of directing tech companies to make AI ‘bigoted’ again. It sounds jarring, doesn’t it? It certainly stopped me in my tracks. As someone who’s spent a career in tech, I’ve seen firsthand how quickly things … Read more