better doing

The trust battery.

Shopify founder Tobi Lütke offers this analogy for interpersonal relationships (and more) in his interview with Shane Parish. “If people meet each other, especially in a curated context like a company, like both of us start working here, and we […]

tech, startups, internet

Could Cruise be the Theranos of AI?

I was about to take my first driverless ride when I learned that they shut down the srevice nationwide. Gary Marcus, a prominent and well-reasoned AI critic, asks what’s up? “Cruise may or may not turn out to be the […]

tech, startups, internet

Millions of GPTs coming your way.

You’ve tried ChatGPT, and it’s impressive. You might even have bookmarked a site that helps you pick great prompts. OpenAI’s latest announcement paves the path for an entire app store of custom GPTs with unique customization and knowledge. This is, […]

tech, startups, internet

Bill Gates is hot on AI agents.

“Agents are not only going to change how everyone interacts with computers. They’re also going to upend the software industry, bringing about the biggest revolution in computing since we went from typing commands to tapping on icons.” ~ learn more

oh, Austin

The billion dollar bike plan.

“One of the things that makes Austin special is the communal spaces where people can safely and enjoyably exist outdoors. Barton Springs & Zilker Park are community treasures; no wonder people are so sensitive about them. We must build upon […]

fun facts

Hacking flight credit expiration dates.

Thank you, good people of the internet. “Hey everyone, I asked a while back if there was a good way to extend flight credits past the “begin travel by” date, and I think I did it, so I want to […]

fun facts

Recruiting neurodiverse applicants.

“As corporations and organizations have become more aware of the value that neurodiverse individuals can add, they’ve devised new and inspired programs to help them get and stay hired. The resulting trend is already benefitting not only neurodiverse workers, but […]

fun facts

Bangladesh strikes a blow against lead poisoning.

Turmeric adulterated with lead chromate has a brighter-looking gold hue that consumers equate with higher quality. Unfortunately, the extra lead causes lead poisoning that harms children and adults. Bangladesh sprang into action a couple years ago. “In less than two […]

on the blockchain

The SEC burned LBRY to the ground.

“It makes me angry that with all the scams in the crypto world, the SEC chose to go after a working product with real customers and users. No one, not the customers, the content creators or the investors has benefitted […]