on the blockchain

Crypto mining as a store of energy

“The process of mining cryptocurrencies currently relies on energy from polluting sources. Using excess power from renewable sources instead could convert waste to value and reduce financial risks.” | learn more

big ideas

Information Theory for intelligent people

This is certainly easier to grok than Claude Shannon’s original paper. Even this simplified version requires some thinking space, making me question at times if I qualified as intelligent! | learn more

under the microscope

Epigenetic reprogramming to reverse the aging clock

“In the latest study using mice, epigenetic reprogramming was found to have three beneficial effects on the eye: promotion of optic nerve regeneration, reversal of vision loss with a condition mimicking human glaucoma, and reversal of vision loss in aging […]

retail therapy

From plastic bottle to stretchy leggings

Content marketing is on my mind these days, and here’s a great example of a consumer brand driving great internet content to talk about their product. “Companies like Girlfriend Collective advertise leggings made out of recycled material like plastic water […]

better doing

You’ll figure it out

On management: “A formative idea for a younger me: give the people who work for you a chance to resolve complex issues on their own.” | learn more