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  Image by qimono (Pixabay) The worst enemy of life, freedom and the common decencies is total anarchy;  Their second worst enemy is total efficiency.  —Aldous Huxley The Illusion of Clarity Efficiency  is one of those golden buzzwords that seem to have universal appeal because, of course, everyone wants to be efficient . And yes, the word is today even more popular under the current political and economic conditions; such is the case, for example, for the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in the United States. Examples of the aim for efficiency are numerous: businesses strive for operational efficiency, developers aim for efficient code, manufacturers boast about lean production, and even the average person wants to manage their time efficiently. The term is so embedded in our daily language that today we rarely stop to ask ourselves, What does efficiency mean? For starters, most dictionaries will define efficiency as, for exampl...

Image by Tumisu (Pixabay)   A Practical Analysis of Economic Policy Shifts As someone who typically avoids political discussions, I feel compelled to address the significant implications of recent global trade developments for the technology and software sectors. This analysis aims to provide an objective view of potential impacts while inviting constructive dialogue on preparation strategies.   Current Situation Within the past week (as of April 3rd), the White House announced tariffs of at least 10% affecting all countries, with China promptly responding with countermeasures on all US goods. These developments signal what many analysts suggest is an escalating global tariff conflict that requires attention from technology industry stakeholders.   Key Effects on the Technology Industry   1. Supply Chain Disruptions and Cost Increases Industry analysts suggest the 34% tariff on Chinese goods and 32% on Taiwanese imports will significantly disrup...

  Image by Gert Altmann (Pixabay) “By far, the greatest danger of Artificial Intelligence is that people conclude too early that they understand it.” —Eliezer Yudkowsky As we are rapidly approaching the end of the year, it is time to reflect on the remarkable advancements and trends that have shaped the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) during 2024. From groundbreaking breakthroughs to widespread adoption across industries, AI has continued to transform our world in ways both expected and surprising and this 2024 has been a pivotal one for AI. With considerable progress in various domains, and a growing integration of AI technologies into our daily lives and business operations, as we look back, several key themes emerge that highlight the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. So, let us take a moment to address some of the major advancements we had witnessed through this 2024. Generative AI Reaches New Heights Generative AI has been at the forefront of the AI innovati...