The Supreme Court upheld a ban on TikTok in the US, unless it's sold to an American company, prioritizing national security concerns over First Amendment rights. While the ruling doesn't immediately remove the app, it will disappear from US app stores.

The incoming President Trump, who opposed the ban, may intervene, potentially influenced by political connections and business interests.

The author questions the effectiveness of the ban, given the availability of alternative apps and the potential for future political influence to overturn it. Ultimately, the article speculates on the future of TikTok under a Trump administration.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «How long will the US ban on TikTok last once Donald Trump takes office?»

Enrique Dans's article discusses the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, highlighting their connection to climate change and the escalating challenges to insurance coverage.

The article emphasizes the inadequacy of current responses to the increasing frequency and intensity of such catastrophic events, criticizing the lack of urgency in addressing climate change and its disproportionate impact on various socioeconomic groups.

Reader comments following the article offer diverse perspectives, ranging from blaming governmental mismanagement and insufficient funding for preventative measures to highlighting the role of individual choices and building practices in exacerbating the crisis.

The discussion underscores the urgent need for preventative measures and a societal shift toward acknowledging the realities of climate change.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «The Los Angeles firestorms: we can’t afford to live like this«

Enrique Dans's Medium article discusses the challenges facing journalism in the digital age. He argues that the industry's initial failures to adapt to the internet, coupled with the dominance of Big Tech, have created a precarious situation. 

Dans then explores the impact of AI on journalism, suggesting both potential benefits (like enhanced research and personalization) and risks (like the creation of low-quality content). 

Ultimately, he emphasizes the enduring value of human-driven investigative journalism and the need for news organizations to strategically integrate AI.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «What is a newspaper for?»

The article discusses the "Free Our Feeds" initiative, a fundraising campaign aiming to protect the decentralized technology of Bluesky and foster an open social media ecosystem resistant to control by single entities or billionaires. This initiative seeks to prevent the kind of control exhibited by Elon Musk on Twitter and Mark Zuckerberg on Meta.

The campaign, supported by notable figures like Jimmy Wales and Mark Ruffalo, envisions a non-profit foundation to ensure Bluesky's long-term independence. Commenters offer additional perspectives, suggesting encryption and biometric authentication as crucial elements for a truly free and secure platform, while others highlight existing decentralized alternatives like ActivityPub and the Fediverse.

The core argument is that alternative models beyond the current capitalist structure may be needed for a healthier digital sphere.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Could Free Our Feeds free us from the control of rapacious, politicized social networks?»

The article discusses the U.S. government's new plan to restrict the export of advanced chips and AI models to countries deemed adversaries, primarily China. This move, criticized by companies like Nvidia, aims to maintain U.S. technological dominance but risks hindering global technological progress.

The plan faces concerns about its effectiveness given the complexity of the semiconductor industry and China's advancements in domestic chip technology. A 120-day consultation period will allow the incoming Trump administration to review and potentially modify the regulations before implementation.

The article also highlights China's progress in developing its own AI capabilities despite limitations on accessing advanced U.S. technology.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Washington sets collision course with China over control of global chip market«

Enrique Dans's Medium article discusses the potential ban of TikTok in the United States, highlighting the Supreme Court's deliberations on national security concerns versus First Amendment rights.

The article notes the widespread international bans on TikTok and the potential for continued use via VPNs or alternative methods despite a ban. Dans points out the irony of the U.S. potentially banning TikTok given its own history of foreign political interference.

Finally, the article includes a comment section with a brief discussion about hypocrisy.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Could TikTok be about to go down the tubes in the United States this week?»

Enrique Dans's Medium article discusses the potential dangers of integrating AI, specifically ChatGPT, with weaponry. An engineer created a system that uses ChatGPT to control a rifle, raising concerns about the ethical implications and potential misuse of AI in military applications.

Dans highlights the inherent risks, including the possibility of errors and malicious manipulation of AI-powered weapons systems. While acknowledging the inevitable development of AI in military contexts, he stresses the need for strict control and safety measures to prevent catastrophic outcomes. The article uses an example of a person mounting a rifle on a stand and connecting it to the ChatGPT API as a cautionary tale.

The article concludes by emphasizing that the integration of AI with weapons systems requires careful consideration of ethical and safety concerns.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Using ChatGPT to fire guns: what could possibly go wrong?»

Mark Zuckerberg's decision to replace fact-checking on Meta platforms with a community-based system is analyzed. The author argues this move, influenced by the Trump administration, is a setback for content moderation and a dangerous abdication of responsibility.

Concerns are raised about the system's potential ineffectiveness and susceptibility to manipulation, leading to a spread of misinformation. Internal Meta criticism of the change and the author's overall pessimistic outlook are also highlighted, fearing negative consequences for the future of social media.

The author believes this shows a prioritization of user engagement and ad revenue over responsible content moderation.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Zuckerberg has bent the knee to Trump: be afraid, be very afraid«

Enrique Dans's Medium article expresses skepticism about the near-term prospects of quantum computing, citing Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's prediction of a 15–30 year timeline for practical applications. Dans argues that current quantum systems are severely limited, and that much of the hype surrounding the technology is driven by companies seeking funding or inflated valuations.

He highlights the inherent complexities of quantum mechanics and the lack of understanding even among experts, suggesting a significant gap between current capabilities and ambitious predictions. The article concludes with a call for reassessing expectations and revisiting the topic in two decades.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Quantum computing: it’s a crying shame, but for the moment, it’s pie in the sky«

Enrique Dans's Medium article argues against banning AI in education, drawing parallels to past failed attempts to prohibit beneficial technologies like smartphones and the printing press. 

Dans emphasizes the importance of integrating AI into the curriculum through education and supervision, rather than resorting to ineffective bans. He highlights the risk of creating a generation ill-equipped to use AI responsibly and suggests that AI, like calculators, should be a tool for learning, not a replacement for it. 

The article references studies showing the potential negative impact of unsupervised AI use on critical thinking skills, particularly among younger students. Finally, Dans advocates for a proactive approach to integrating AI responsibly into education, preventing the repetition of past mistakes.

This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «We’ve tried banning technology in education before, let’s not make the same mistake with AI«