With over 40 years of experience in software development, the author reflects on the recurring cycles of technological hype that often lead to disillusionment. Each era brings its own set of so-called experts promising transformative solutions, yet leaving chaos in their wake: Late 90s Web Boom: “Webmasters” created flashy websites but vanished with unmaintainable code. … Read more
In an era shaped by rapid technological advancement, AI expertise appears to be the latest consulting trend. As observed over the past four decades, each industrial surge has introduced its own wave of specialists; however, the current phenomenon of the six-month AI expert stands out distinctly. Today, at conferences and networking events, you’ll encounter polished … Read more
And Then There’s ASI — The Intelligence That Outgrows Us Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) represents a significant leap beyond Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). It refers to a form of AI that surpasses human intelligence not just in math or chess, but across a spectrum of domains including creativity, science, and empathy. “Imagine a system that could … Read more
Smarter Than Us Ep.1 — The Talented Intern In the first episode of Smarter Than Us, the concept of Narrow AI is unpacked, revealing that today’s AI systems resemble a hyper-focused intern rather than independent thinkers. These tools excel in specific tasks—like language processing and image generation—but fundamentally lack memory, reasoning, and true understanding. “The … Read more
The Bridge to AGI: Structure and Agency Achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) requires more than just scale; it demands a robust structure. Key elements include: Memory Goals Re-planning Self-reflection Contextual reasoning Identity persistence Innovative frameworks like MCP (Model Context Protocol) are transforming AI capabilities. Rather than merely providing responses, MCP enables AI to maintain continuity … Read more
Humanity has long held the title of the smartest species on Earth, but we’re now on the brink of creating something that could “surpass us — not just in memory or speed, but in judgment, planning, and power.” Enter Artificial Superintelligence (ASI). This technology promises to be not just smarter-than-human, but “smarter-in-every-way” — encompassing domains … Read more
Smarter Than Us Ep.X — We’ve Seen This Ending Before TLDR: Science fiction has long warned us about AI going too far, not out of malice but indifference. Today’s AGI race makes those warnings feel increasingly urgent. This episode examines the insights from these tales and introduces the Sovereign Alignment Protocol (SAP), a vital framework for ensuring … Read more
The principles of classic economics still resonate in today’s tech landscape. Adam Smith’s concept of the “invisible hand” continues to drive innovation in platforms and marketplaces, while David Ricardo’s notion of “comparative advantage” underpins trends like outsourcing dev teams and the rise of APIs. “When self-interest is unblocked, value scales better than control.” In the … Read more
Understanding Weight Management: Mind Over Metabolism In a world obsessed with diets and metabolic rates, the article explores a different angle: “You may not be gaining weight due to a failing metabolism, but rather a failing mindset.” This thought-provoking piece emphasizes that emotional and psychological factors often play a more significant role in weight management … Read more
Large Language Models (LLMs) have revolutionized how we interact with technology, effortlessly responding to prompts and enhancing conversations. However, there lies a significant challenge that often goes unaddressed: “They forget. Instantly.” Each time a user engages, it’s as if the model is starting from scratch, which complicates tasks requiring consistency or memory. For simple trivia … Read more