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The emergence of super-intelligence, and the singularity

I read a very interesting article by Vernor Vinge, from the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the San Diego State University: http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/faculty/vinge/misc/singularity.html The article, which was written in 1993, is somewhat old, but in my belief, more relevant than ever. The … Continue reading

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Spotlight: Microsoft – Some emerging innovations and technology

In all the talk about the Googles, Apples and Facebooks taking over the world, some of us often assume that Microsoft is increasingly losing its place as an industry and thought leader. Microsoft is seen as an aging giant, too … Continue reading

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The tablet war just got interesting

With RIM (maker of Blackberry) just announcing the ‘Playbook’, an enterprise ready, hardware-rocking tablet, and Amazon rumored to follow, the tablet space just got a lot more happening. A few things are immediately obvious; Google’s Android is here to stay, … Continue reading

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Facebook Phone

Facebook is thought to be developing a Facebook Phone. Might it look like this (courtesy GigaOm)?

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The new Twitter is very cool!

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIpD7hfffQo&fs=1&hl=en_GB] Looks awesome! Can’t wait to try it out!

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Froyo finally getting some traction

Good news for Android lovers – Froyo is finally rolling out to more handsets. It’s sad to see that it’s taking so long for carriers to start upgrading their users to the best version of Android yet, but at least … Continue reading

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Thought-provoking Quote

In Germany, they came first for the Communists, And I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Communist; And then they came for the trade unionists, And I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist; And then they … Continue reading

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Is Google losing its way?

The last 6 months have been awesome for lovers of technology, especially fans of Google. There were so many exciting announcements, launches and scandals that one scarcely had the time to digest them all. Google led the way in terms … Continue reading

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I know what you did last night (online)

It’s an open secret in online marketing circles that online advertisers and marketers have an incredible amount of information about you. Starting with your IP Address (your computer’s phone number, let’s say), they can access your geographical location, your personal … Continue reading

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Open letter to Google

Dear Google, I love you. Let’s get that cleared at the outset. You are one of the few companies that I admire and trust. I have watched your stupendous rise over the past years and marveled at your vision and … Continue reading

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