Life
Observations from everyday life
The most recent posts in Life:
- Do you know internet mobs? What didn't bother YouTube for years, has now caught their attention - because, for once, they're directly affected: They uploaded the most hated video of all time.6 min read
- Usually, large (and illegal) email and password collections are an expensive commodity. Recently, "Collection #1" was circulated. One week later, it became apparent the data set was only the tip of the ice berg.5 min read
- Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University have now developed a method that may usher in a new era of forgery. Artificial intelligence now autonomously creates fakes that leave me speechless.6 min read
- Offices are abandoned and Advent calendars emptied. Even the obligatory smell of coffee is missing. Soon, the last light will go out at Ashampoo headquarters and quiet will settle in for a few days. The year's coming to an end.4 min read
- After the music industry took a heavy blow, streaming came to their rescue. In many countries, Spotify and others generate more revenue than traditional CD sales. But how much of that revenue trickles down to artists?6 min read
- Beautification apps and filters are a must, it seems, and many brand-new devices have these features switched on by default. But what does this illusion of perfection do to us and our children?6 min read
- WhatsApp is no longer just a messenger but a news platform that spreads fear, prejudice and hatred to millions, leaving its owners wondering how put the genie back in the bottle.6 min read
- Many stereotypes fall apart on closer inspection. One is that young folks who grew up with technology must have mastered it. But is that really true? I beg to differ!6 min read
- A friend remarked owning stuff was so yesterday and that he'd rely on streaming, renting or subscriptions for his entertainment needs. This would also make moving homes a lot less stressful. Is this the end of ownership?7 min read
- I had broken my ankle at a classical music concert and was facing a long recovery period, aside from surgery. After two days with Facebook, and on pain medicine, I kept asking myself why people couldn't just shut up for once.8 min read