Recurrent Patterns

Recurrent Patterns is a venture exploring strategies and insights around leading-edge companies, technology and cultural trends. Vaclav engages with leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, authors and others who can share their perspectives in long-form conversations.

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‘Cyber’ is back by popular demand

Most of us have heard of 'AI washing' by now. The recent proliferation of 'cyber' products is the next step in this pattern. Here are two examples: The first is Tesla's Cybercab, with its opaque business model. The second is 'cybercheck' technology from Global Intelligence, which allegedly helps fight crime.

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Pick your (AI) poison

Researchers have found a way to “poison” images to prevent unauthorized AI scraping. Could this solution really protect artists, or is it just a passing fad in the AI Wild West?

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One click and you are done

Internet, a place full of hackers breaking into Microsoft's secret vault, your Internet connected fridge spamming the world and your friend's email is an open book. Welcome to the chaotic, dangerous battlefield of the Cyberspace.

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