Technology
Yellow Highlighter Doesn't Work Anymore
The age-old practice of highlighting text in yellow assumes you know what color the text will be. You don't.
Technology
AI
Let the Robots In
Blocking AI crawlers is the new default. I think that's backwards. Here's the case for permissive access—and how to make your site AI-friendly.
AI
Is AI Artificially Cheap?
AI companies are collectively losing tens of billions of dollars per year while charging consumers and businesses prices that don't cover costs. The Uber playbook suggests those prices won't last — but the history of computing suggests something more nuanced.
Technology
Add to Home Screen: The Web's Overlooked Install Button
A tiny JSON file lets users install your website like an app. Here's what I learned adding this feature to ap7i.com.
Technology
The RAM Shortage Is Spreading Beyond PCs
Data centers will consume 70% of all memory produced in 2026. The shortage is now hitting cars, TVs, and appliances—and manufacturers are already selling 2028 capacity.
Opinion
Flippers Don't Add Value
Domain squatters, sneaker resellers, and ticket scalpers all share one thing in common: they extract value from markets without creating any.
Technology
Prediction Markets Are No Longer a Curiosity—Wall Street Is Paying Attention
Goldman Sachs is exploring prediction markets. Trading volume has exploded from $300 million to $50 billion annually. Are these platforms something regular people should care about?
Technology
Recalling My First Online Purchase
Before the web, I purchased two CDs from my college dorm room.
Technology
HP Stuffed a Full PC Into a Keyboard
The HP EliteBoard G1a is a complete Windows workstation in a keyboard form factor, with up to 64GB RAM and enterprise-grade serviceability.
Technology
RAM Prices Have Tripled. Blame AI.
AI data centers are devouring global memory supply, driving a 171% price surge in 2025. Laptops are getting more expensive, specs are shrinking, and relief isn't coming until 2027 at the earliest.