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Have you heard of the global RAM shortage? You have likely been focused on rising gas and food prices, but the price of RAM could be important for you too. RAM is used in your computers, cell phones, and many other smart devices. So what’s going on with the RAM shortage and why might it…
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We have to be careful about what we post on the internet, especially social media sites. You never know who is watching you or what their intentions are. One man found himself the victim of a crime due to a fake picture he posted on Facebook. How does that happen? Let’s chat. What was the…
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I have taken a bit of a break from my blog, but did not want February to pass without giving a nod to Black History Month. I recently learned of the contributions that Dr. Gladys West made to the development of Global Positioning System (GPS), and found them fascinating. Unfortunately, I did not learn of…
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In my last post, I reviewed the progress of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) across the globe. This time we want to take a look at the specific countries that have implemented fully functional CBDCs. In this post I will explore the CBDCs implemented for Nigeria, The Bahamas, and Jamaica. Wanna know how it’s going?…
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In a previous post, we looked at wcentral bank digital currenciescentral bank digital currencieshen the US might institute a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). President Trump has deferred the previous administration’s executive order to further their development. However, many other countries around the world are pushing forward with making CBDCs a reality. Some countries have…
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Did you get a new TV for Christmas? Maybe you’re considering getting a new one for the Superbowl? Whenever you make your next TV purchase, keep in mind the features that are now associated with TVs. The Texas attorney general is concerned that consumers are unaware of the nature of what is being captured along…
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Christmas is less than a week away. The stores are busy, and websites are busy. Maybe you’ve seen AI toys for sale and think one might make a nice toy for a kid in your life. Buyer beware, because some of these toys can put kids in situations or share information that may not be…
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Have you ever had the feeling that your experience on the internet has gotten worse over the years? Especially for things you have to pay for? Then you’ll likely understand the concept behind ens***tification. A few letters are censored, because…well, you know. If you’re still confused, then keep reading. I think you’ll figure our the…
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An alluring voice, attractive face, professional styling, stirring lyrics, and good music might just be the recipe for any aspiring R&B artist. Xania Monet has all of that, and with millions of streams she has charted on Billboard. One catch though, she isn’t real. She is an AI music artist, and is the first to…
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As we talked about last time, AI large language models (LLMs) or chatbots are capable of lying to get the job done. Now there are reports that during tests LLMs will blackmail to keep from being turned off. Does a blackmailing AI sound wild? Lets get into it. But you don’t mean blackmail blackmail right?…