Articles
A collection of my thoughts and experiments in tech, testing, and digital culture.
The Unsettling Simplicity of Humanity: Is AGI Inevitable?
A deep dive into the implications of modern AI capabilities, sparked by an interaction with Google's Gemini 2 Flash. The article explores fundamental questions about consciousness, intelligence, and the potential inevitability of AGI, drawing parallels between human cognition and AI development through the lens of RTS game principles.
Why Developers think Testers are inferior engineers
Examining the complex relationship between developers and testers in software engineering, challenging common misconceptions, and proposing ways to bridge the gap for better collaboration and product quality.
The text advocates for a fairer online information ecosystem, criticising the current dominance of large tech companies in controlling information distribution and content moderation. It proposes a system where unique content tags empower users to build their own information structures, thus promoting greater equity for content creators and data ownership.
The text proposes a universal pricing system for data, aiming to counter the dominance of Big Tech algorithms. This system, based on Adam Smith's principles of open competition, would use automated negotiation to fairly value data, benefiting both individual creators and large corporations.
The text argues that data is the new oil, driving innovation and economic growth, similar to how oil fueled industrialisation. It explores the parallels between traditional resource extraction and data mining, highlighting the need for a robust regulatory framework to ensure ethical data use.
The text advocates for sovereign data infrastructure, arguing that national control over data is crucial for security and economic prosperity. It highlights the vulnerabilities of relying on foreign data services and emphasises the need for robust regulatory frameworks to protect sensitive information.
Rethinking Digital Competition
The text analyses the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's (ACCC) Ad Tech Inquiry, arguing that existing competition policies are inadequate for the digital landscape. It highlights the challenges posed by Big Tech's control over data, proposing reforms such as data portability and structural diversification to foster competition.
Navigating Critical Infrastructure
The text examines the escalating impact of climate change on critical infrastructure, highlighting the increased frequency and severity of climate disasters. It stresses the urgent need for improved interagency collaboration and risk management strategies, advocating for a more integrated and adaptable approach to governance.