These are extremely important issues, which can determine the fate of a country over a period of time.
Technology as Neither Good nor Bad: Ultra-Processed Foods
The food industry realized it could hack our food, and eliminate, add or replace some ingredients in order to make it addictive, so we would consume more.
The food industry realized it could hack our food, and eliminate, add or replace some ingredients in order to make it addictive, so we would consume more.
Three Home Truths About the Car That We Just Can’t Accept
Ever since Henry Ford began marketing his mass-produced Ford Model T in 1908 with an ambitious low-price strategy to give every American an automobile.
Ever since Henry Ford began marketing his mass-produced Ford Model T in 1908 with an ambitious low-price strategy to give every American an automobile.
The Inescapable Logic of Renewable Electricity
In 2023, more than 85% of new electricity came from renewables, especially solar and wind.
In 2023, more than 85% of new electricity came from renewables, especially solar and wind.
Disney’s Magical World of Terms and Conditions
A woman died after eating at a Disney World restaurant despite reporting her allergies.
A woman died after eating at a Disney World restaurant despite reporting her allergies.
Suddenly, the Answer Engine Raises a Lot of Questions
Interest in the answer engine, as opposed to the well-known search engine, is rapidly gaining traction since Perplexity.ai decided to define its product as such.
Interest in the answer engine, as opposed to the well-known search engine, is rapidly gaining traction since Perplexity.ai decided to define its product as such.
Some Thoughts on the Killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson
This makes it clear, firstly, that the murder was planned, and secondly, that it relates to United Healthcare’s cost-cutting strategy.
This makes it clear, firstly, that the murder was planned, and secondly, that it relates to United Healthcare’s cost-cutting strategy.
Dangerous Drivers Beware: You Are Being Watched
We are increasingly looking at a future where roads are sensorized, one in which the human factor will play a secondary role so as to improve road safety.
We are increasingly looking at a future where roads are sensorized, one in which the human factor will play a secondary role so as to improve road safety.
Google Is a Monopoly, so What Happens Now?
To correct the situation and prevent Google from continuing to act as a predatory monopoly, it is necessary to tread carefully and decree significant measures, rather than simply hoping for the best.
To correct the situation and prevent Google from continuing to act as a predatory monopoly, it is necessary to tread carefully and decree significant measures, rather than simply hoping for the best.
Donald Trump’s Victory Will Be Remembered as a Dark Day for the Planet
I’m not alone: MIT calls his win “a tragic loss” for the fight against the climate emergency, which will create delays the planet simply cannot afford.
I’m not alone: MIT calls his win “a tragic loss” for the fight against the climate emergency, which will create delays the planet simply cannot afford.
And the Winner of U.S. Election Coverage? Perplexity
Few would have predicted that on US election night, Perplexity — the smallest player in the AI field — would emerge as the clear winner in providing the best coverage.
Few would have predicted that on US election night, Perplexity — the smallest player in the AI field — would emerge as the clear winner in providing the best coverage.
Updating Our Expectations on Decarbonization
In 2023, solar and wind energy accounted for 40% of its total generation, resulting in significant emission reductions and improved trade balance.
In 2023, solar and wind energy accounted for 40% of its total generation, resulting in significant emission reductions and improved trade balance.
Preparing for the Worst: A Lesson From California to Europe
Adopting a disaster preparedness mindset is not just prudent; it’s increasingly necessary.
Adopting a disaster preparedness mindset is not just prudent; it’s increasingly necessary.
Why Amazon’s Own Employees Are Calling It Out for Greenwashing
They allege that Amazon is acquiring RECs in areas with high renewable generation for use in regions where all generation is non-renewable, without specifying where or when (peak or off-peak hours) these credits are applied.
They allege that Amazon is acquiring RECs in areas with high renewable generation for use in regions where all generation is non-renewable, without specifying where or when (peak or off-peak hours) these credits are applied.
Has Microsoft Fallen in Love With the iPhone?
In a move that has surprised many, Microsoft has told its employees in China to stop using their Android smartphones and switch to iPhones instead.
In a move that has surprised many, Microsoft has told its employees in China to stop using their Android smartphones and switch to iPhones instead.
Geolocating Your Children: Sensible or Controlling?
Geolocation is a powerful tool that must be managed with common sense.
Geolocation is a powerful tool that must be managed with common sense.