• Someone Else’s Campfire

    Someone Else’s Campfire

    This piece discusses the dangers of technology incentivising carelessness, illustrated by wildfire betting and social media’s negative impact on youth. It highlights corporate negligence in ethical practices, urging for regulation to address the rapid and potentially harmful advancement of AI, emphasising the need for accountability in technology development.

  • The 35°C Wet Bulb Threshold Is Not a Safety Line

    The 35°C Wet Bulb Threshold Is Not a Safety Line

    New research reveals that dangerous heat stress conditions can occur at wet-bulb temperatures significantly below the previously accepted threshold of 35°C. Analyzing real heatwave events, scientists found that especially older individuals experience life-threatening situations even at lower temperatures. This article highlights the need for updated regulations and better heat safety measures.

  • STILL TALKING AROUND IT: Love, Light and Cannon Fodder

    STILL TALKING AROUND IT: Love, Light and Cannon Fodder

    In this article I critique the neglect of critical AI-related issues, particularly AI-driven warfare and political manipulation, by various sectors. I argue that disengagement from AI allows unethical actors to dominate its use and urge proactive engagement to understand and shape AI’s impact on society and democracy.

  • The Practical Case for No Longer Maintaining a Presence on X

    The Practical Case for No Longer Maintaining a Presence on X

    This piece discusses the challenges of using the platform X for professional communications. It highlights issues like character limits hindering nuanced communication, pay-to-speak models distorting credibility, and audience engagement that promotes polarization. I argue for a re-evaluation of platform choice to better align with professional goals and reduce reputational risks.

  • The Policeman Within: Why the UK Banned Palestine Action

    The Policeman Within: Why the UK Banned Palestine Action

    The article discusses the internalization of authority and its implications for the UK government’s proscription of Palestine Action, a direct action group opposing the Israeli arms trade. Following a parliamentary motion, support for the group became a criminal offense, leading to numerous arrests. Critics argue this move undermines freedom of expression and promotes self-censorship.

  • Outcoded

    Outcoded

    The article examines the uneven engagement with AI between political factions, noting that “The Left” often approaches AI with caution, prioritizing ethics, while “The Right” embraces it more aggressively. This disparity risks leaving ethical values out of AI’s development, necessitating active participation from those who care about responsible usage to shape its future.