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The First American Pope: Not a Blink, but a Bold Indication

On May 8, 2025, the Vatican elected Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV—the first American pope. A bold signal in a world of blinkers, wedges, and shifting powers.

in ✍️ Blog, 📃 Articles, 🪖 Geopolitics | May 9, 2025 | 1,264 Words | Comment

Nines on 13th Floor in ExistenZ: What If You’re the Plot Twist?

Explore simulation theory, quantum time, and reality-bending films in this mind-twisting journey that asks: what if you are the plot twist?

in ✍️ Blog, 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail | April 14, 2025 | 939 Words | Comment

Definition of Done: From Marriage to Mars

Mike humorously compares the flexible concept of “done” in marriage with the Definition of Done in software development. It emphasizes evolving definitions, particularly in science fiction, exploring humanity’s relationship with advanced technology and potential alien life.

in ✍️ Blog, 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail | January 14, 2025 | 965 Words | Comment

Happy New Year: Strategic Big Rocks for 2025

Kickstart 2025 with personal strategies, big goals, and insights on Data & AI, creative projects, and investments. Discover how to win with clarity and purpose!

in ✍️ Blog, 🇬🇧 in English, 🗒️ Posts | January 7, 2025 | 477 Words | Comment

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.

in ✍️ Blog, on Mike's Mind, 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail | December 9, 2024 | 652 Words | Comment

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.

in ✍️ Blog, on Mike's Mind, 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail | October 2, 2024 | 776 Words | Comment

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!

in ✍️ Blog, on Mike's Mind, 🇬🇧 in English, 🗒️ Posts | September 30, 2024 | 546 Words | Comment

EU Cars, AI Tech Gap

Europe excels in automotive engineering but lags in tech and AI. Embracing AI could optimize traffic and automate daily tasks, merging its rich legacy with future innovations. Let’s prepare now.

in ✍️ Blog, on Mike's Mind, 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail | September 28, 2024 | 289 Words | Comment

Digital Longevity in the Human Era

Preserve your digital journals and voice memos using AI tools and platforms like WordPress. Embrace the Intelligence Age (IA), ensuring your creative legacy lasts into the future, well beyond 12,024 HE.

in ✍️ Blog, on Mike's Mind, 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail | September 27, 2024 | 898 Words | Comment

Enterprise Philosophy: from COTS to AI

Building a client portal, debating COTS vs. custom solutions, and leveraging AI for code generation and productivity tools reshapes product development. AI supports creativity, not replaces it. Exciting future ahead!

in ✍️ Blog, on Mike's Mind, 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail | September 26, 2024 | 238 Words | Comment

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