The World Around Us: Commentary. Thoughts. Whispers. Whimpers. Purrs.
IS AGI The Modern-Day Frankenstein Mary Shelley Saw Coming?
When Mary Shelley wrote Frankenstein over 200 years ago, she wasn’t simply telling a gothic story. She was issuing a cultural warning. Her novel warned [...]
Is The Singularity Upon Us?
Imagine a time in the future — not so distant, really — when your doctor is a non-human intelligence that knows your body and mind [...]
The Indelible Pain of Growing Up With A Dysregulated Sibling
Not much research or structured support exists for those who grow up with a chronically dysregulated, domineering, or emotionally volatile sibling. While experts often discuss [...]
A Labor Market in Flux: The Forces Reshaping the Global Economy
The global labor market is facing unprecedented disruption as technology and government policy actions collide. AI-driven automation and immigration enforcement are rapidly reshaping the workforce, [...]
The Art of Being a Low-Impact Houseguest
The holidays are here, and many of us are heading to the homes of family and friends. Staying with loved ones can be delightful, but [...]
Fired by My Financial Advisor: How Losing a Trusted Advisor Made Me A Smarter Investor
Puts, Calls, And A Wake-Up Call After nearly a decade of working with a trusted financial advisor, I was surprised to find myself “fired” as [...]