Black Hat Keynote: Why We are Not Building a Defendable Internet
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DMTA – ABBA :: GOLD
Welcome back to my deep dive into the 108 albums that Duff McKagan says you should know. For this second installment, we’re taking a turn from the hard rock and punk sensibilities you might expect, and diving headfirst into something truly… golden. We’re talking about ABBA’s Gold: Greatest Hits. First, a brief history for those Read More …
Security is underwater
Also , there are no life preservers. In a recent reflection on conversations I’ve had, I’ve noticed a recurring theme that highlights the disconnect between non-IT professionals and security experts regarding data handling and application deployment. Non-IT individuals often enthusiastically present their newly developed applications that utilize specific data and share it with various users, Read More …
Ted Gioia on AI’s Threat To Music
In this episode I’m joined by author, historian, and futurist Ted Gioia for another far reaching conversation that ranges from AI’s effect on culture to his thoughts on coffee.
Hypocrisy of GOP criticizing Harvard
Start of this It’s true that Harvard University has produced a significant number of individuals who have gone on to prominent roles in American politics, including within the Republican Party.1 Here are some notable examples, with a focus on those who have served in recent administrations: Notable GOP Figures with Harvard Ties: Ted Cruz: U.S. Read More …
Are we doomed?
I was the designated driver this weekend for the kids sporting events, so we packed up the car and drove to the very near south suburbs for some all day volleyball. The tournament was great, and the Wintrust sports complex is pretty good but the fact it needs video games and laser tag is also Read More …
Let them have Netflix
Marie Antoinette was the last queen of France right before the first French Republic began. She died in October of 1793. She, in the western culture, is considered the pinnacle example of extravagance and profilgation. Her most famous quote is not even hers according to the majority of textbooks. None of this is really new, Read More …
How Tech Billionaires Plan to Destroy America
A look into how the tech leaders may be using the new administration to achieve their own agenda. Looking specifically at Peter Thiel, Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen, Ben Horowitz, Brian Armstrong, and David Sacks as well as their relationship with figures like JD Vance, Balaji Srinivasan, and Curtis Yarvin. There is a focused discussion on Read More …
the Paramount & SkyDance Media Tender
Chats with Grmini AI The “tender” refers to the proposed $8 billion merger between Skydance Media and Paramount Global, a deal that involves Shari Redstone selling her stake in the Hollywood studio to Skydance and its backing from Red Bird Capital Partners. This merger is now facing challenges, including legal battles, and a potential rival Read More …
The Dangers of Project Russia
A wonderfully frightening read. My friends and family will attest, that many times I have stated that we are in open warfare with Russia in the internet/ technological realm of things. The Russia Information Warfare Manual is a very good read. The books offered a detailed program of spiritual warfare against Western democracies culminating in Read More …