Belts That Bind, Belts That Free

This article explores three symbolic belts representing tension, transformation, and innovation. It emphasizes breaking negative cycles, trusting technology, and embracing collaborative progress to foster a better future.

Winter Whatnot

Mike shares his journey of renovating their home, exploring AI’s influence on storytelling, discussing ethical dilemmas, navigating publishing challenges, and reflecting on family and financial philosophies.

Woof, Woof: A Day in Sound

The post humorously explores AI’s limitations in understanding various languages and animal sounds, reflecting on the richness of human and animal communication through diverse noises and silences.

The AC/DC Product Manager on a Highway

Mike reflects on his shift from AI and Cybersecurity portfolio management to product management of four lines, creatively merging technology, storytelling, and innovation during commutes.

Beneath Crimson Skies: a Short Sci-Phi Story of Connection and Change

I love to write (short) philosophical science fiction stories which I’ve dubbed Sci-Phi. Usually I use my pen name Mikel Sablo. Or just Sablo, meaning ‘sand’ in Esperanto like ‘zand’ is in Dutch but my surname just doesn’t work well in English.

After years of silence, I recently wrote this short Sci-Phi story about connection and change in the future.

Beneath Crimson Skies

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This story was the foundation of my essay: A World of Giving: Redefining Care and Community in a Futuristic Society

Guiding Rails and Breaking Barriers with XRAIL

Exploring XRAIL, a blend of extended reality and AI, to revolutionize leadership in education and tackle future challenges with balanced, insightful approaches.

The Glue of Bits & Bodies

AI-powered smart glasses connect digital and physical worlds, raising questions of privacy and trust, and offering Europe a key role in balancing innovation with regulation.

Smarter Wars: Brains Over Bullets

Exploring “Smart Wars,” technology’s power struggles echo historical quests for dominance, posing ethical and geopolitical challenges as AI reshapes global dynamics and privacy concerns.

MetaMike on the Smartglasses War: Apple versus Meta

Smart Wars: Meta Orion vs. Apple’s Holy Trinity

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The Brown M&Ms of AI Security

Discover how Van Halen’s brown M&Ms test and Elon Musk’s unique email spacings reveal crucial security lessons for AI. Vigilance and attention to detail can prevent costly oversights. Stay curious!