States Embrace Bitcoin: Texas, Florida, and Alabama Lead the Charge in Strategic Crypto Reserves
Legislation was introduced in the Texas House of Representatives this week that would, if passed, enable the state to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Representative Giovanni Capriglione’s House Bill 1598, known as the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act, outlines plans for the state treasury to both acquire and manage Bitcoin as a long-term reserve asset. […]
Is AI Cheating?
AI is finding its way into almost every facet of our lives. But within academic circles, I often hear the use of AI equated to cheating. To what extent is AI simply a tool—much like a calculator, a spellchecker, or even a search engine? And in what ways is it more? The parents of a high […]
Is AI Adoption in the Workplace Stalled?
Two-thirds of employees say they never use AI in their role, highlighting the early stage of AI integration across many industries. Despite growing awareness of AI’s potential, the technology has not yet permeated the everyday tasks of the majority of the workforce. There are also low levels of comfort with AI, with only 6% of […]
Humanoid Robots: The Future of Household Automation—But Not as Soon as You Think
Humanoid household robots will become as common as washing machines and dishwashers—but probably not as quickly as many of us hope. This past week, Tesla provided an update on its Optimus humanoid robots, and it’s clear they’ve made significant progress. I shared my thoughts with Taylor Herzlich for her coverage in the New York Post. I […]
The False Comfort of AI: Jobs Will Be Replaced, Not Just Augmented
By now you’ve likely heard the comforting quip: “AI won’t take your job, but someone trained on AI will.” It’s a catchy line, meant to reassure us in the face of rapid technological change. But it’s also misleading. We should stop pretending AI won’t kill jobs, at least in certain areas. Yes, AI is proving […]
Exploring NotebookLM’s New Audio Overview: A Game-Changer for How We Learn
Generative AI is unlocking a new superpower: the ability to transform how we interact with information. It’s making knowledge not only more accessible but deeply personal. This isn’t just about convenience—it’s a radical reimagining of how we engage with the world of ideas. One of the fun experiments into how we restructure information is Google’s […]
Introducing VLOGGER: a leap into the future of audio-driven human video synthesis!
Introducing VLOGGER: a leap into the future of audio-driven human video synthesis! Google Research has just unveiled VLOGGER, a revolutionary framework that brings single images to life with dynamic videos created from audio inputs. Imagine generating lifelike videos of people talking, complete with head motion, gaze, lip movement, and even upper-body gestures, all from a […]
Automation has had a Ripple Effect on Gender Dynamics in the Workplace
Automation has had a Ripple Effect on Gender Dynamics in the Workplace In the 1980s, women were more likely to work in jobs at risk of automation, facing greater displacement from routine-intensive roles. Over the last four decades, women have pivoted towards higher-skill, higher-wage occupations more than their male counterparts. As a result, labor markets […]
Walmart is buying Vizio for $2.3B – What it Means for the Future of Retail, Media, and Advertising
Walmart is buying Vizio for $2.3B. The move highlights several key trends impacting the future of retail, media, and advertising: 1. Retail and Entertainment Convergence: Walmart recognizes the lines between retail and entertainment are increasingly blurring. By owning a platform that combines retail capabilities with entertainment offerings, Walmart can offer a seamless experience from entertainment […]
Are remote firms sacrificing long-term knowledge gains for short-term productivity?
Research from Natalia Emanuel, Emma Harrington, and Amanda Pallais highlights the tradeoff of being physically near your coworkers. Being close to coworkers enhances the development of skills and knowledge over the long term but may reduce output in the short run. The findings suggest working from home (WFH) offers mixed outcomes over varying time frames, […]
