Category: AI

AI, Geopolitics

Here is a formal, evidence-based summary of how credible news sources are interpreting the proposed Europe–US–UK security guarantee for Ukraine, and its likely consequences for military escalation if Russian attacks continue.

Colin Henderson

Source Perplexity Nature of the Security Guarantee Interpretation by News Sources Likelihood of Military Action If Russia Continues Bombing Conclusion Aspect Current Interpretation Guarantee Type NATO-style, outside formal NATO; details pending Key Parties US, UK, Europe (non-NATO, “coalition of the willing”) Russian Position Reportedly accepted limited, Article 5-like guarantee in talks Likelihood of Military Action Low without further escalation or formal agreement trigger Main Deterrence Political/military support, non-automatic (not full NATO Article 5) This reflects prevailing interpretations among leading Western news and analysis outlets as of August 2025. Sources[1] Putin agrees that US, EU could offer NATO-style security … https://www.irishexaminer.com/world/arid-41688930.html%5B2%5D … Continue reading Here is a formal, evidence-based summary of how credible news sources are interpreting the proposed Europe–US–UK security guarantee for Ukraine, and its likely consequences for military escalation if Russian attacks continue.

AI

Behind Wall Street’s Abrupt Flip on Crypto

Colin Henderson

The reversal risks declawing a century of consumer financial protections and replacing the backbone of bank accounts. By Rob Copeland Rob Copeland has been covering Wall Street’s posture on cryptocurrency for more than a decade. Aug. 13, 2025Updated 6:12 p.m. ET Sign up for the Audio newsletter, for Times subscribers only.  Our editors share their favorite listens from the New York Times Audio app. Get it sent to your inbox. Listen to this article with reporter commentary 13:45 Not long ago, bank executives would compete with one another to be the loudest critic of cryptocurrencies. Jamie Dimon, the chief executive of JPMorgan Chase, once … Continue reading Behind Wall Street’s Abrupt Flip on Crypto

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What is behind the staggering ascent of Palantir?

Colin Henderson

The unorthodox firm is profiting from the AI and Trumpian revolutions Source The Economist May 8th 2025|PALO ALTO|5 min readListen to this story ALEX KARP acts like everyone hates him. As the boss of Palantir strutted the stage at a recent gathering of clients, he got a kick out of sounding perverse, in his tousle-haired, punk-professor way. He used words like “masturbation” and “self-pleasuring”. He berated Silicon Valley, though he was speaking in Palo Alto, its heartland. At the last minute, he cancelled an interview with The Economist, though he used to sit on its parent company’s board; he did not like … Continue reading What is behind the staggering ascent of Palantir?

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Technology Trends, Product Launches, and Innovations from the Past Week (August 5-11, 2025)

Colin Henderson

Source perplexity.ai with presentation from Sonnet 4 Based on the latest technology developments from the past week, here are the most significant trends, product launches, and innovations: Major Big Tech Developments OpenAI and AI Advancements OpenAI launched GPT-5, its latest and most advanced AI model, making it available to all ChatGPT users. The company also announced that Apple Intelligence’s ChatGPT integration will use GPT-5 starting with iOS 26, though users will need to wait for this integration.theverge+1 Microsoft’s AI Integration Expansion Microsoft quietly launched Copilot 3D as an experimental feature that converts 2D images into 3D models. The company is … Continue reading Technology Trends, Product Launches, and Innovations from the Past Week (August 5-11, 2025)

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Comet browser review

Colin Henderson

Here is a user who persevered with comet browser and the tight integration with perplexity is evident. I tried it but went back to Safari due to the obvious connection comet shares with Chrome. But worth another shot based on this user. Google search is not even in my lexicon and this is an obvious next step. https://www.reddit.com/r/perplexity_ai/s/DekmRvIueB I wasn’t planning to switch browsers but after I got the invite I wanted to see what Comet could do, so I messed around with it on netflix, had it make a spotify playlist, made it play chess for me.etcIt was fun … Continue reading Comet browser review

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How Generative AI Can Redefine Manufacturing

Colin Henderson

The technology can transform knowledge management from static systems into dynamic, intelligent ecosystems and provide context-aware conversational assistance As global manufacturers navigate the complexities of modern production, generative AI can offer powerful tools to enhance efficiency, increase transparency, reduce costs, and drive innovation. In Deloitte’s Future of Manufacturing study—which gathered sentiment from 600 respondents across U.S. manufacturers—38% report that they are piloting generative AI. While 24% of respondents indicate that they had adopted generative AI use case(s) in at least one of their facilities, 10% say they have implemented it across their broader networks. A majority (63%) of respondents also indicate … Continue reading How Generative AI Can Redefine Manufacturing

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Bain Financial Services Modernization 2.0

Colin Henderson

Bain & Co Financial Services Modernization 2.0 The technology decisions of financial services firms have always shaped their success, but the acceleration of AI and advent of new competitors from big tech and fintech have upped the ante. Now, the pace, complexity, and scale of modernization are only increasing. Instead of tackling one initiative at a time, companies are running multiple modernization efforts in parallel and moving faster than ever amid mounting pressure from boards and competitors alike. Explore five decisions that matter mostwhen modernizing, and hear from top industry leaders about eight success themes rising to the top. 1. Modernization … Continue reading Bain Financial Services Modernization 2.0

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Technology Trends, Product Launches, and Innovations: Week of July 28 – August 4, 2025

Colin Henderson

Source perplexity.ai 1. Key Technology Trends 2. Notable Product Launches and Gadgets 3. Startups & Funding Highlights 4. Big Tech Industry Moves 5. Other Noteworthy Innovations and Events 6. Gadget and Consumer Electronics Table Product/Trend Description & Feature Relevance Source AInoon AI Smart Glasses Wearable with multi-AI connectivity, image/video capture AI Wearables [1] Onkyo Icon C-30 CD Player Hi-fi audio, physical media resurgence Audio [5] DJI Osmo 360 360-degree content creation Photography [5] ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable Foldable laptop/tablet hybrid Productivity [4] Sharge Retractable Power Bank Compact, universal charging Mobility [5][6] Home Service Robots Multi-tasking domestic bots Robotics [7] … Continue reading Technology Trends, Product Launches, and Innovations: Week of July 28 – August 4, 2025

AI, Development

The death of “scrum” and its about time

Colin Henderson

I like this post. Agile and scrum to my mind creates a cottage industry in banks where practitioners and leaders tell each other how well they they are doing. But is the solution amassed from all those yellow notes the optimal solution and most effective for the dev team? Absolutely not. Product owners beware. Agile creates a false sense of power that micro-managers enjoy but not those who desire effective productivity and solutions. Thank you Sohail Saifi. This post and the background of actual behaviours is a welcome breath of fresh air. Banks take note. The Death of Agile: Why … Continue reading The death of “scrum” and its about time

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Memorandum of Understanding between UK and OpenAI on AI opportunities – GOV.UK

Colin Henderson

This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) sets an agreement between the UK government and OpenAI on AI opportunities. Published 21 July 2025 Text of Agreement Introduction This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines the shared intent of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and OpenAI to establish strategic partnerships that accelerate AI-driven economic growth and deliver opportunities to materially improve people’s lives throughout the UK. Section 1: the transformative potential of AI Section 2: public and private sector adoption Section 3: infrastructure Section 4: technical information exchange This memorandum is voluntary, not legally binding, and without prejudice to any binding agreements. It does not … Continue reading Memorandum of Understanding between UK and OpenAI on AI opportunities – GOV.UK