Month: April 2024
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Fragile Freedoms in the AI Era
This article raises concerns about the erosion of democratic norms and civil liberties, exemplified by the indictments around fake electors in Arizona’s 2020 election. The author warns that unchecked, unethical development of AI capabilities could enable authoritarian forces to wield powerful tools of oppression against citizens. However, hope lies in upholding justice, equality and human…
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Democratizing Web3 Education: The Rise of Decentralized Certification
Discover how decentralized certification is revolutionizing Web3 education, making it more accessible and inclusive for all.
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Memory
A Poem by Edmund Janas, copyright 2024 Memory. Memories run deeper than childhood,Etched in our atoms, finer than mother’s recipes –Even if she’s long gone, her essence lingers, triggers,Prompts and molds us from dark, unknowable places. Fears, dreams, loves, hates – unspeakable volumesOf lives, loves, losses, victories across time and tongue.Suffering, joys – stories told…
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Support Edmund’s Catio Project for Rescue Cats
Edmund Janas rescued a cat named Casper who bravely survived harsh winters but now needs dental treatment. Help Casper get the care he needs and enjoy a happy, pain-free life with his buddy Blake. Donate to Edmund’s GoFundMe campaign today!
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Wars by Edmund J. Janas, II
Edmund Janas’ free verse poem “Wars” explores the harsh realities and lasting impacts of combat from the perspective of caring for a veteran father haunted by nightmares. Through visceral yet artful language, it depicts the violence of the battlefield as well as the psychological trauma soldiers carry home. The poem condemns glorifying war from a…