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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Google on trial

Google vs. DoJ - the high stake drama with allegations of monopolistic practices and anti-competitive tactics. This is the round 1 where both parties will check either other out. The real fight will be with the second lawsuit.

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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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When tech gets “cheesy”…

In a world where even cheese needs an ID, the Italians show how tech meets dairy. Say cheese to microchips and blockchain.

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ChatGPT, the snake oil salesman

ChatGPT: From Circus Monkey to Software Saver? Delving into its Comedic Beginnings and Software Engineering's Perilous Shortcuts

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Let’s Zoom in

Zoom, once a pandemic hero, now faces again scrutiny for its planned use of data for AI training. Is the company trying to be transparent or hiding behind the legal language?

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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.

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Worldcoin Madness

Burn your eyes, get your coins, lose your identity, become anonymous.

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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.

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Personal Web

Somehow, along the way, we forgot what the word 'personal' in the Personal Computer meant.

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