AI’s Next Frontier: People Skills
Imagine a chatbot that actually knows how to talk to you.
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The Strange Origin of AI’s ‘Reasoning’ Abilities
It involves 4chan, of all places.
Is Schoolwork Optional Now?
Education is on the verge of becoming fully automated.
Claude Mythos Is Everyone’s Problem
What happens when AI can hack everything?
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Don’t Fool Yourself About the Exploding Pagers
Your phone is not a bomb.
The Death of the Minivan
It was a perfect vehicle.
I Really Can’t Tell If You’re Serious
The latest style of engagement-bait video is designed to be confusing—but why?
Productivity Is a Drag. Work Is Divine.
The machines can have our chores, but we can’t afford to outsource creation.
The Trump Sons Really Love Crypto
The former president and his family are launching a crypto business just weeks before the election.
Smartphones Are So Over
Snap is trying to make computers fun again.
Laura Loomer Is Where Republicans Draw the Line
The far-right conspiracy theorist is a unique liability for Donald Trump.
Lucky You!
Musings from an oldster for today’s younger generation
The Biggest Change to Instagram in Years
Meta is rolling out a sweeping update that targets teen users of the app.
The Perfect Watch Costs $20
In its gray digital face, I’ve found a little piece of my past.