Continue reading ?: Privacy Concerns and Local LLMs: My Journey to JanI’ve been increasingly concerned about privacy issues with publicly available LLMs. When Sam Altman stated that ChatGPT conversations could be discoverable, and after experiencing targeted advertising following my Llama conversations, I decided to explore local alternatives. Here’s my journey to Jan.ai and why running LLMs locally might be the privacy…
- Continue reading ?: The AI Slop Invasion: How Faceless Accounts Killed Social Media
Social media platforms are drowning in AI-generated content from faceless accounts chasing easy monetisation. From YouTube’s annoying voiceovers to Pinterest’s AI art invasion, our favourite apps have become barely usable. But there’s hope – platforms like Substack prove there’s a better way forward.
- Continue reading ?: Stop Trying to Mimic Humans with Your AI
I went shopping with my wife recently to buy a new makeup table, and the delivery experience opened my eyes to how AI should really be used in business. Instead of trying to make AI mimic humans, companies should focus on creating entirely new experiences that play to AI’s unique…
Continue reading ?: Where Are We With AI Adoption, and Is This the End of White-Collar Professions?Currently, we’re in the “Human-First AI Transformation” phase, with organizations using AI to enhance tasks. However, genuine transformation requires more than adoption; it needs cultural and operational shifts, indicating a gradual evolution rather than immediate disruption.
- Continue reading ?: The Erosion of Open Discourse
The author expresses discomfort with recent US administration cover-ups, perceiving a global decline in transparency and accountability over the past two decades. They compare this to Greece’s political awareness, rooted in their experience under dictatorship. The piece questions whether current democratic systems serve citizens effectively and suggests exploring alternative governance…
- Continue reading ?: The Great AI Pricing Paradox: What Happens When the Free Lunch Ends?
The excitement surrounding AI, particularly LLMs, has led to increased investments, with over $131.5 billion directed to AI startups in 2024 alone. However, reliance on subsidized services raises concerns about future price hikes. Companies must prepare for potential cost increases and consider hybrid strategies to mitigate dependency risks amid evolving…
- Continue reading ?: AI and Job Disruption: A Different Perspective
The author reflects on the impact of AI coding platforms like Replit on job dynamics in app development. They believe such platforms can democratize app creation, enabling more entrepreneurs to build applications that traditional methods would render unfeasible. A new services sector may also arise, optimizing these apps without major…
- Continue reading ?: Testing AWS Kiro: A First Look at Amazon’s New AI Coding Agent
I discovered AWS’s new AI coding tool, Kiro, while seeking to build an app for managing travel expenses and found Kiro more powerful than other platforms, better for professional developers. However, the installation complexity and user experience issues posed challenges, making it less suitable for non-technical users.
- Continue reading ?: Another Cool AI Web Builder
Last week, I reached my breaking point with WordPress.com’s constant upgrade demands for basic features. After migrating to Hostinger, I discovered their AI web builder, Horizons—and with just one simple prompt, it created a complete landing page for my NextlyGTD app. While the message limits feel unnatural for collaborative AI…
- Continue reading ?: The Creative Mind in a Corporate World
What I’ve come to realise—and I’m sure this is well-documented—is how difficult it is to inhabit both the analytical and creative parts of our brains simultaneously. The context and mental buildup required to enter the creative zone is so fragile, so easily shattered by the next tactical decision demanding attention.…
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