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Examining The Impact of AI on Go Virginia Region 2
I’m working on a series of essays that examine the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on key sectors relevant to Go Virginia Region 2. These essays are intended to provide insights into AI’s transformative power while addressing our region’s associated challenges and considerations. Though thoroughly researched and vetted,… Listen ⇢
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The Fragility of Our Critical Infrastructure Exposed (Again)
Yesterday’s global outage triggered by a faulty software update from CrowdStrike is a stark reminder of the fragile state of our critical infrastructure. This incident, which affected many Fortune 500 companies, underscores the alarming vulnerability of our essential systems to errors and cyber threats. The chaos that ensued—from canceled flights… Listen ⇢
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The 248th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence being adopted by the Second Continental Congress.
This week marks the 248th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence being adopted by the Second Continental Congress. Over the years, the United States has grown from 13 colonies with around 2.5 million people to 50 states and 14 territories, now home to over 330 million people. Our economy has… Listen ⇢
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Houston We Have a Problem
Groupthink and Politics In our contemporary political landscape, dominated by a rigid two-party system, significant concerns arise regarding the dynamics of dialogue, diversity of thought, and the ability for compromise. Our system, known for its stark binary choices, has become increasingly scrutinized for promoting a culture where allegiance to party… Listen ⇢
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Navigating Data Ownership: Unpacking Ownership Concerns
Introduction Data is undoubtedly the most valuable resource in the contemporary digital economy, serving as the cornerstone of information, knowledge, and strategic development across various sectors. This omnipresent asset is continuously generated, with every individual contributing to the data pool through various daily activities. Activities like swiping credit cards, updating… Listen ⇢
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Wirelessly Making the Impossible, Possible
Innovative Wireless Technologies (IWT) – A Proven Wireless Solution for Non-Traditional Sectors In a world increasingly reliant on connectivity, the challenge lies in delivering wireless solutions to non-traditional spaces such as mining, underground construction, transportation, and shipping. Due to their inherent complexity and hard-to-reach locations, these areas often challenge traditional… Listen ⇢
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The Call of the Airwaves – Amateur Radio Field Day
I’ve received several notes from non-Amateur Radio friends about local activities in their community this past weekend. Every year in June, radio operators, affectionately known as “hams,” come together to celebrate and uphold the longstanding tradition of amateur radio. For these individuals, Field Day is much more than a casual… Listen ⇢
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Transforming Manufacturing in Go Virginia Region 2: The Promises and Potentials of Additive Manufacturing
Overview Additive Manufacturing (AM) represents one of our era’s most significant technological advancements. Its genesis traces back to the 1980s when Dr. Hideo Kodama of Nagoya Municipal Industrial Research Institute published the concept of a rapid prototyping system, marking the conceptual birth of this transformative technology (Kodama, 1981). Charles Hull’s… Listen ⇢
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Startup Spotlight – KlariVis: Shaping the Future of Data Analytics in the Financial Industry
KlariVis: Shaping the Future of Data Analytics in the Financial Industry Financial analytics company KlariVis has emerged as a disruptor in the banking community. Founded by Kim Snyder in February 2019, KlariVis addresses the longstanding data difficulties in the financial industry. As the CFO of a regional bank, Kim Snyder… Listen ⇢