Enrique Dans's article discusses OpenAI's potential pricing strategy for "PhD-level AI agents," questioning if the proposed $2,000-$20,000 monthly fee is justified. 

The author analyzes whether the price reflects genuine value or is simply a marketing tactic exploiting prestige. Dans considers the balance between the high costs of AI development and the need for accessibility. 

The piece explores whether such a price point could stifle innovation by limiting access or encourage competitors to create more affordable options. 

Ultimately, the article questions if the market will bear the high costs and highlights the need to balance price with the true value and transformative capacity of the AI.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «The $20,000 question: is OpenAI’s pricing for ‘PhD-Level’ AI agents over the top?»

Enrique Dans argues that flexible work arrangements are crucial for reversing declining birth rates and fostering a family-friendly future. He contends that technology enables effective distributed work, yet many companies resist, clinging to outdated presenteeism.

Dans suggests this resistance stems from managerial mindsets prioritizing visual control over employee well-being and productivity. He emphasizes that younger generations value work-life balance and are more likely to seek employers offering flexibility. 

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Why work flexibility is critical for a family-friendly future«

Flexible work, according to the author, reduces burnout, allows better reconciliation of personal and professional lives, and ultimately contributes to a more sustainable society. 

Dans advocates for companies to embrace technology and trust-based cultures to create happier employees who are more likely to consider parenthood.

Enrique Dans' article critiques Donald Trump's leadership style, labeling it "kinderpolitics," characterized by nepotism, deregulation, and narcissism. 

This approach weakens institutions and enables a toxic relationship between Big Tech and political opportunists. 

Dans argues that Trump's administration allows tech companies to expand their power through deregulation and data exploitation. This environment fosters a techno-dictatorship where data accumulation and market dominance control society.

Dans calls for transparency, competition, smart regulation, and citizen participation to counter this trend, as this situation is not just an American problem but a global concern due to the reach of tech companies.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Kinderpolitics: how Trump’s childish leadership is enabling a tech oligarchy«

Enrique Dans's article argues that Google's reliance on targeted advertising and inefficient AI investments are making its business model obsolete. 

The piece suggests Google faces regulatory pressure, growing competition, and user fatigue with its advertising practices. 

Dans contends that Google's failure to innovate and adapt, reminiscent of the dot-com bubble, puts the company at risk of becoming irrelevant. He asserts that Google needs a new business model that moves beyond advertising to avoid obsolescence. 

The author implies that Google is approaching a point where it will be difficult to recover.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Google’s outdated business model could soon consign it to history«

Enrique Dans's article reflects on the decline of Skype, once a European innovation success story, attributing its demise to competition and Microsoft's focus on Teams. 

The author laments Europe's fading ability to challenge US tech giants, citing a lack of innovation and dependence on American leadership. Dans argues that Europe must prioritize its own technological development and strategic independence, especially given the unreliability of the United States. He uses Skype's trajectory to highlight the need for Europe to foster its own champions and reduce reliance on external powers. 

Dans also points to other issues such as the fact that to compete with the US, Sweden's Spotify was essentially forced to give away a large part of its company to major US record companies so they would have access to their catalogs. 

He ultimately claims that the United States has become "the enemy" and cannot be trusted.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «The end of Skype should be a wakeup call for Europe to up its game«

Enrique Dans' article questions the traditional diffusion of innovation model in light of generative AI's adoption. He suggests that unlike previous technologies, generative AI is being adopted more rapidly in areas with lower education levels. This is attributed to the accessibility, affordability, and usefulness of AI tools. 

Viral dissemination and online communities also play a role, enabling adoption through peer recommendations and immediate positive results. The Brookings Institute study reinforces this idea, pointing out that AI's impact varies across regions, challenging the notion of top-down adoption. Dans concludes that the digital era necessitates new frameworks for understanding technological adoption, as generative AI's spread defies established patterns. 

The article urges a reevaluation of existing models to manage the societal and labor market implications of this rapid technological change.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Just who are the early adopters of artificial generative intelligence?»

Enrique Dans's article critiques Donald Trump's involvement in cryptocurrency, suggesting it's a scheme fueled by ignorance and manipulated by tech elites. 

Dans likens this to a digital dictatorship, drawing parallels with "The Handmaid's Tale," where technology and media manipulation replace religion as tools of control. Trump's actions are depicted as undermining financial stability and paving the way for an authoritarian regime. 

The author warns of concentrated power and compromised ethics. Other articles from Dans discuss Trump's economic policies, his relationship with Tim Cook, and the broader impact of technology.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «How Donald Trump and his tech bros are trying to create a digital dictatorship«

Enrique Dans' article explores the impact of readily available knowledge, facilitated by tools like search engines and LLMs, on various professions. He draws a parallel between the advent of search engines and current AI, arguing both democratize access to information. 

However, Dans emphasizes that access to knowledge alone doesn't equate to expertise or competence. He cautions against the assumption that AI tools can replace education, experience, and critical thinking. 

The author asserts that knowing how to effectively utilize information, ask the right questions, and evaluate answers remains crucial. 

Ultimately, Dans suggests that navigating this era of abundant knowledge requires a shift in focus from access to application and understanding.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «What happens when everybody has access to knowledge?»

Enrique Dans argues for freeing AI from copyright restrictions, asserting that current copyright laws stifle innovation and protect corporate interests more than artists. He views AI's creative process as synthesis and recombination, akin to human artistry, rather than simple plagiarism. 

Dans criticizes the notion that AI steals creativity and suggests open-source development as a solution, warning against licensing agreements that favor Big Tech. The author points to legal precedents and evolving viewpoints on copyright, advocating for a system that encourages collaboration and open access to knowledge. 

Dans calls for a shift away from outdated rules that limit AI's potential as an ally in artistic creation. Ultimately, the piece promotes embracing an open and evolving culture by rethinking copyright's role in the digital age.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Why we need to free AI from the chains of copyright once and for all«

Enrique Dans's article examines the current state and future of robotaxis, highlighting both successes and failures in the industry. 

Waymo, Zoox, and WeRide are presented as examples of companies making strides in autonomous mobility through technological innovation and strategic execution. Tesla is mentioned as a relevant, if delayed, competitor. In contrast, the collapse of Cruise serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of adaptable strategies and coherent management. 

The piece underscores that consumer trust, regulatory support, and sustainable business models are crucial for success in the evolving robotaxi market. 

Ultimately, the article suggests that the future of urban transport hinges on the ability of companies to balance ambition, safety, and effective implementation.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «The rise of the robotaxi: from the sublime to the ridiculous«