AI Hype, Layoffs, and Mindfulness

On March 5, 2024 By Alex V. WeirIn Alex Weir, Technology, The Fractal JournalLeave a comment

Just some preliminary thoughts on AI, the economy, and what constitutes good experiences.

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Michael Crichton – What Makes Great SciFi – The Future

On February 16, 2024February 16, 2024 By Alex V. WeirIn Alex Weir, The Fractal Journal, Uncategorized, VlogLeave a comment

A brief look at Michael Crichton’s approach to storytelling. Followed up by an exploration of what makes a great yarn. Let me know what you think!

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UPS Layoffs Aren’t Due to the Union Contract

On February 14, 2024 By Alex V. WeirIn Alex Weir, Current Events, Politics, Social Commentary, The Fractal JournalLeave a comment

Paying a few more bucks an hour is dubious grounds for massive layoffs at multibillion dollar international corporation.

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AI can’t Jam – Music, Art, and Stacking Boxes or The Human Domain

On September 29, 2023 By Alex V. WeirIn Alex Weir, Current Events, Social Commentary, Technology, VlogLeave a comment

Can AI create the same type of novelty that a person existing at a specific point in history can? A person with unique experiences in a specific point of history? I don’t think so.

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Global Supply Lines – The Greasy Jenga Tower in the Opium Den

On September 6, 2021September 6, 2021 By Alex V. WeirIn Alex Weir, Current Events, Humor, Philosophy, Politics, Social Commentary, Technology, The Fractal Journal, VlogLeave a comment

I work in logistics and I read this: https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2021-01-04/america-s-supply-lines-need-some-attention

And I fear for my beans.

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Driving Jobs Aren’t Going Anywhere

On August 22, 2021 By Alex V. WeirIn Alex Weir, Current Events, Social Commentary, Technology, The Fractal Journal, VlogLeave a comment

A car already has thousands of moving parts. Add AI to the mix and you exponentially increase the potential for shit going wrong. Logistics jobs etc.. aren’t going anywhere in the near and probably not so near future.

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