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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – 23
This post analyzes the implications of data-driven decision-making in today’s high-paying jobs, elucidating the risks of complex versus simple algorithms. It showcases how automation threatens both unskilled and skilled labor while discussing the ethical dilemmas surrounding AI’s role in professional sectors such as law and medicine, stressing the need for transparency and fairness. Read more
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 22
This post examines the evolution and impact of artificial intelligence, particularly large language models, in sectors like healthcare and marketing. It discusses key examples such as IBM’s Watson and Google Flu Trends, highlighting the importance of human oversight despite AI’s advancements. The risks and promises of AI in decision-making are also addressed. Read more
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 21
Data serves as the new oil of the digital age, driving economic growth and capturing the digital behavioral surplus of users. While European regulations like GDPR strive for privacy, companies in China exploit data with fewer restrictions, leading to competitive advantages. Innovators like Jeff Hammerbacher aim to leverage data for societal benefit, particularly in mental… Read more
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Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 20
This blog post discusses the interconnected crises of modern civilization—ecological, technological, and political—highlighting themes of data manipulation and surveillance. It examines how personal data has become a powerful tool for influence, emphasizing the urgent need to understand its role within contemporary challenges and the implications for individual privacy and autonomy. Read more
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Encounters Without Preconceptions
Kikka Rytkönen reflects on a transformative retreat, finding unexpected engagement in various religious experiences and the importance of approaching situations without preconceptions. The connection with others, moments of vulnerability while begging, and the sense of community during rituals enriched her journey. Ultimately, the experience fostered liberation from material concerns and a deeper bond among participants. Read more
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Kohtaamisia ilman ennakkoluuloja
Kikka Rytkönen pohtii osallistumistaan retriittiin, jossa hän löysi yllättävää kiinnostusta erilaisiin uskontoihin ja oppi, kuinka tärkeää on kohdata tilanteet ilman ennakkokäsityksiä. Yhteys toisiin ihmisiin, kerjäämisen herättämät haavoittuvuuden hetket ja rituaaleissa koettu yhteisöllisyys syvensivät matkaa. Lopulta kokemus toi vapautta materiaalisista huolista ja lujitti osallistujien välistä yhteenkuuluvuutta. Read more
