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Notes on art, technology, culture, and the systems shaping the future.
01 / THE ARCHIVE
40 essays
The Trump administration has entered The New York Times copyright lawsuit against OpenAI—but not in the way some headlines might lead readers to believe. The administration did not issue a r…
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*An Uptown New Orleans meeting, a three-man rap crew, and a recovered song add a fascinating chapter to the history of one of hip-hop’s most recognizable flows.* The story begins with a brok…
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**You do not simply open X and see what people posted. You open X and see what the platform has decided deserves to survive.** Every post enters an invisible competition. Some are pushed bey…
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# Before You Generate That AI Video, Get on the Treadmill What if every AI prompt came with a calorie count? You type: > “Generate a cinematic video of a dog twerking on the moon.” The machi…
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The AI space has shifted from a race for sheer model size to an intense battleground for efficiency. Building a trillion-parameter behemoth is an impressive feat, but serving it to millions…
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### The End of the Hype Is the Beginning of the Future For years, critics have been celebrating the death of Web3. Every crypto crash, NFT collapse, exchange failure, and market downturn has…
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Let's be honest: WordPress is powerful. It's ubiquitous. And for many, it's the go-to for blogging. But for me? It became a straitjacket. A bloated, over-engineered behemoth that sucked the…
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On **May 5, 2026**, I published the first version of **cclipper (Claude Clipper)**. The idea was simple. AI coding assistants had a workflow problem. They would generate code, commands, conf…
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The United States Supreme Court was created for a nation of roughly four million people spread across thirteen states hugging the Atlantic coast. Today, that same institution serves more tha…
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When people think about homeownership, they often focus on mortgage lenders, real estate agents, and developers. Rarely do they think about appraisers—the professionals whose opinions can in…
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For decades, Americans were told that automation was simply the price of progress. Factory workers were replaced by machines. Manufacturing jobs moved overseas. Entire communities built arou…
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There’s a rule in tech that doesn’t get debated: If you build, it shows. Not always publicly. Not always neatly. But somewhere—there’s evidence. Which is why the narrative around Cole Allen…
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Life was good. I had fans, momentum, and a catalog I was proud of. But then I got hit with something a lot of creators face—**deplatforming**. My music disappeared overnight. No warnings. No…
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In moments of political urgency, culture can either fuel revolution or deflate momentum. Music, in particular, holds a unique power: it shapes narratives, commands attention, and influences…
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### A New Deal for the American People, Built on Ownership — Not Punishment For decades, America has tried to fund its future with **tariffs, debt, and outdated tax models**. But what if we…
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*Cortex Research Group* ### **Abstract** As language models evolve, so too must our approach to refining and deploying them in ways that reflect not just scale, but soundness. **Neuron Surge…
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As a Black developer working on an ambitious Layer 2 project, I’ve always known that innovation comes with hurdles. But what I didn’t anticipate was feeling targeted by unfair pricing practi…
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## The Hidden Backing of DeepSeek DeepSeek presents itself as an independent, cutting-edge AI research organization, but the reality may be far from the image they project. Behind the scenes…
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## Democratizing AI Research and Applications The world of artificial intelligence is evolving rapidly, yet access to AI research and applications remains limited to large corporations and w…
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****How much would you pay to make history?**** In hip-hop, leaving your mark is everything. From the raw energy of freestyle battles to chart-topping hits, the culture thrives on creativity…
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How to Code with Claude 3.5 a Beginner’s Guide. Learn how to code with Claude 3.5, the powerful AI assistant an open up new possibilities for both beginners and experienced developers. In th…
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In recent years, the FBI has employed innovative strategies to infiltrate and dismantle criminal networks, notably through the creation and distribution of encrypted communication platforms.…
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### Introduction As coding enthusiasts, students, and developers, we often rely on online code editors to quickly test and deploy code. While platforms like Replit offer convenience, the cos…
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#### Introduction Recently, I watched a YouTube video by [Matthew Berman](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRfbML4Lq40) about building games in Python. The video showed how straightforward Py…
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#### Twitter’s “50 Free Posts” Promise—A False Advertising Trap? Twitter recently introduced a supposed “50 free tweets per day” policy. For many users, this seemed like a reasonable, albeit…
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As a content creator in today’s digital age, finding effective ways to monetize content can be challenging. With an array of platforms and tools available, it’s vital to select one that alig…
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In this guide, I’ll show you how to build a Twitter bot that automatically tweets from a CSV file at regular intervals. This project is perfect for automating your social media presence. Plu…
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In the age of digital content creation, having a centralized hub for your links is crucial. Platforms like Linktree have popularized the concept of a single page to house all your content li…
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In the modern digital landscape, content creation has exploded. Whether it’s videos, blogs, music, or art, creators are finding new ways to express themselves and share their work with the w…
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In recent times, we’ve seen industries come together to demand better treatment. Recently, the port workers’ strike has shown how collective action can lead to change, disrupting industries…
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The art is just the start. Once your creation is complete, the real work begins—marketing your baby to the world. Whether you’re aiming to exchange ideas, spark dialogue, or solve problems,…
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In the world of superheroes, saving the day is only part of the story. From foiling villains to keeping cities safe, our favorite heroes must also navigate their personal lives. For many, th…
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As we stand at the intersection of the digital and physical worlds, the way we transmit and store data is evolving rapidly. Current data storage and transmission methods are bound to hardwar…
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The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is well underway, yet a major limitation remains—the driving range. Even with advancements in battery technology, EVs still face hurdles in terms of the…
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The future of Web3 isn’t in mobile gaming but rather in using phones as portals to digital experiences. One of the main reasons for this shift is Apple’s 30% commission on in-app purchases,…
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There’s something about *The Love Below* that resonates differently over time. As much as I love to see Outkast on top, it’s not just the accolades or the numbers—it’s the undeniable weight…
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In a world where we can file taxes, bank, and even manage our healthcare online, it’s baffling that our government hasn’t caught up when it comes to voting. Why are we still running our elec…
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Visual artists are the backbone of our digital world. Their work garners attention, fuels engagement, and adds aesthetic value to online platforms. But while musicians and influencers can mo…
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You’ve probably heard whispers about it, or maybe you’ve experienced it yourself—a drastic drop in engagement, a post that seems to vanish from visibility without explanation. Welcome to the…
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After getting de-platformed and demonetized, I realized I needed a space where I could truly connect with my audience—no restrictions, no filters, just pure, unfiltered content. That’s why I…
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Mind of Mansa is an independent notebook for ideas that do not fit neatly into one category. It connects the creative practice of ₥AN$A with the work of building, researching, and paying attention.
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