The Veil Between the “Computer-Generated Dream World” and Reality Is Disappearing
By Melissa Dykes Studies are showing that people can no longer tell the difference between AI-generated images and actual images. Something to consider amidst all…
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We Were Warned about Computer-Driven Self-Fulfilling Prophecies
By Melissa Dykes Sixty years ago, a panel of some of the time’s most lauded scientists were having a discussion one day… and now a…
Board of Ed Wants to Use CARES Act Money to Buy Gaming Desktops for Esports
By B.N. Frank Long before COVID-19 led to many American schools switching to remote learning, kids were already struggling with numerous issues associated with screen…
Research on Kids’ Exposure to Screens and Smartphones Literally Doesn’t Paint a Pretty Picture
By B.N. Frank Research has determined that children’s use of smartphones and other screens as well as their exposure to blue light, cell phone and…
How US Techno-nationalism Spawned a Global Electronic Kraken
By Mathew Maavak We may have enjoyed a more equitable and decentralized international system today if not for US intervention on behalf of Microsoft. Big…
Replacement Accessories for Electronics and Computers to Buy Now
By Daisy Luther Do you have replacement accessories for electronics and computers? Even though you may not need them now, I strongly suggest that you…
VR Headsets Being Used to Train American Emergency Responders, Gov’t Workers Despite Health Risks, Recall
By B.N. Frank It’s really not surprising that complaints from Virtual Reality (VR) users are increasing. Research has proven that using VR headsets can cause…
Same Story, Different Decade: WSJ Reports “Digital Addictions Are Drowning Us in Dopamine”
By B.N. Frank Over the years, tech insiders (also referred to as “Silicon Valley Parents”) have gone to great lengths to protect their kids’ use…
Researcher on Cybersickness from Screens: Headaches, Nausea, Blurred Vision, Dizziness, Disorientation, Difficulty Concentrating, etc.
By B.N. Frank Warnings about symptoms and long term adverse effects from screen use and exposure pre-date COVID-19 (see 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,…
The Great Semiconductor Shortage
By Peter C. Earle Silicon is the crude oil of the Digital Age. Millions of metric tons are mined every year in China, Russia, Norway,…
High Severity Security Vulnerabilities in Cisco Security Products
By B.N. Frank According to Cisco, its affordable smart switches “provide security, performance, and ease of use for small and midsize businesses on a restricted…
“This Is Not A Temporary Situation”: The Global Chip Shortage Will Continue To Push Prices Higher
By Tyler Durden The ongoing global semiconductor shortage is causing prices of electronics to rise while at the same time pressuring suppliers and material providers…
“Full Measure” and CBS “60 Minutes” Air Segments about U.S. Chip Shortage Affecting Car Manufacturing and More
By B.N. Frank It wasn’t that long ago when cars and trucks were still being built WITHOUT computers inside them. Many of us remember driving…
Kids and Smartphones: More Warnings about Impact on Sleep Quality, Social, Emotional, and Cognitive Development
By B.N. Frank Tech insiders (aka “Silicon Valley Parents”) have gone to great lengths to limit their own kids’ use and exposure to screens. This…