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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Ode to Engineering
Exploring Space's Marvels: Voyager Probes' Odyssey, Ingenious Solutions, and Cosmic Messages. A Tribute to Human Ingenuity in Space Exploration.
AI will rain money and save failed businesses
AI's magic was on full display as Microsoft integrated AI into Office365, accompanied by a $30 price increase. The impact on revenue will be immense, the impact on productivity delusional. And AI-generated content won't save journalism.
Personal Web
Somehow, along the way, we forgot what the word 'personal' in the Personal Computer meant.
Twitter hanging by the Threads
Just like that, the Internet forgot about ChatGPT (for a moment, at least) when a new soap opera aired this week. The entity known as Meta or Facebook or Mr. Zuckerberg launched a new social network called Threads. This is a direct assault on Twitter, the social network owned by Mr.Musk. Or is it?
Canada will become newsless
Canadian government passes the Online News Act, targeting Google and Facebook. Is it a lifeline for struggling news publications or government's misguided interference?
Reddit's inedible free lunch
A highly-coveted free lunch turns out to have its consequences. Reddit, the 'front page of the Internet,' is facing a paradigm shift as it attempts to charge for its API access. With moderators protesting and developers grappling with fees, the cracks in the business model are becoming evident. The challenges Reddit faces as it seeks profitability in an era of increasing user entitlement and outrage.
To use AI or not to use AI? That is the question
AI is often portrayed as the destroyer of our civilization, but the real problems run much deeper.
Apple goes skiing
Apple's Vision Pro promises a new era of spatial computing. Its readiness, compelling applications, and content delivery will determine its success in revolutionizing technology and consumer experiences. Is it a revolution or expensive ski goggles?
Foggy mind? Call COGNIFOG
Prepare to embark on a thrilling adventure as you enter the labyrinthine realm of Cognifog.eu. It's a place where user-friendly design takes a backseat, and confusion reigns supreme. Strap in for a wild ride of the constant struggle to decipher its enigmatic purpose. Enjoy!