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Talking tech; debates about regulating technology, privacy laws, piracy, and the pitfalls of AI.

Top 20 Most Popular Phones of the Year 2025. AI-Generated.
The smartphone market in 2025 showcased one of the most competitive and diverse years in mobile technology. While flagship devices continued to push innovation forward, mid-range and affordable phones dominated sales charts across global markets. Consumer preferences this year were shaped by better cameras, longer battery life, AI features, and improved value for money.
By Asad Ali2 months ago in The Swamp
Morgan Stanley Likely to Serve as Lead Underwriter on Blockbuster SpaceX IPO. AI-Generated.
Morgan Stanley (MS) is reportedly positioned to act as the lead underwriter for a potential SpaceX initial public offering (IPO), a move that could mark one of the largest and most anticipated public listings in recent history. The news has generated significant attention among investors, analysts, and the aerospace community, highlighting the growing investor appetite for private space ventures and transformative technology companies.
By Asad Ali2 months ago in The Swamp
Who Is Claudio Neves Valente? What We Know About the Brown University Shooting Suspect
The name Claudio Neves Valente has surfaced in national headlines following a tragic and unsettling incident connected to Brown University. As authorities released updates, public attention quickly turned toward understanding who Valente was, what happened, and how the investigation unfolded. This article summarizes confirmed information only, based on official statements and credible reporting, while avoiding speculation.
By KAMRAN AHMAD2 months ago in The Swamp
🇺🇸 Patriot Games: What Trump’s Announcement Really Means
The phrase “Patriot Games” has recently surged across social media and political headlines after former U.S. President Donald Trump referenced it during public remarks and campaign-related discussions. Almost immediately, comparisons to The Hunger Games emerged online, leaving many people confused and asking: Are the Patriot Games real? Is this an actual event? Or is it just political language?
By KAMRAN AHMAD2 months ago in The Swamp
Greg Biffle, NASCAR Legacy, and the Plane Crash Rumors Explained
Former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle has been trending across news and social media platforms following widespread discussion about a plane crash in North Carolina, sparking confusion, speculation, and concern among racing fans. With headlines mentioning a Cessna 550 Citation business jet, NASCAR figures, and the Statesville Regional Airport, many have asked the same urgent questions: Was Greg Biffle involved? Was he on the plane? Is Greg Biffle alive?
By KAMRAN AHMAD2 months ago in The Swamp
US Might Require Tourists to Share 5 Years of Social Media History: Here’s What That Means for You
If you’re planning a trip to the U.S. anytime soon, there’s a new proposal you should know about, and it’s all about your social media.
By Socialode2 months ago in The Swamp
Australia Industry 4.0 Market: Automation, Smart Manufacturing & the Digital Reinvention of Industrial Operations. AI-Generated.
In 2024, the Australia Industry 4.0 market reached USD 3,294.00 Million in 2024. Looking ahead, the market is projected to rise significantly to USD 11,142.25 Million by 2033, expanding at a strong CAGR of 14.50% during 2025–2033 by IMARC Group. This growth reflects Australia’s accelerating adoption of advanced automation, smart factories, data-driven manufacturing systems and digitally connected industrial environments.
By Kevin Cooper2 months ago in The Swamp
Eileen Higgins and the New Direction of Miami’s Mayoral Race
Miami’s political landscape shifted dramatically as voters turned out for one of the most closely watched mayoral elections in recent years. With national attention fixed on South Florida, Eileen Higgins, a well-known county commissioner and longtime community advocate, emerged as a central figure in the Miami mayoral race. Her influence, messaging, and policy priorities played an undeniable role in shaping how residents viewed the future of the city.
By KAMRAN AHMAD2 months ago in The Swamp
North Korea has Infiltrated the Tech Sector.
North Korea, long known as the most sanctioned and isolated regime on Earth, has somehow managed to insert its workers into hundreds of American companies. These aren’t operatives sneaking across borders or Cold War sleeper agents hiding behind suburban picket fences. They’re remote developers who appear in Zoom meetings, clock in from supposedly legitimate addresses in Japan or South Korea or Seattle, write code that passes muster, and collect paychecks like any ordinary employee. They’ve landed roles in AI labs, fintech startups, media organizations, blockchain firms, and even defense contractors—the exact spaces most countries try desperately to secure from foreign interference.
By Lawrence Lease3 months ago in The Swamp
The Shadow Recession and AI
There are a few things within conventional economics that I believe we rely on too much as an indicator of how well… or how shit an economy is actually doing. And GDP, and GDP per capita are probably top of the list of things that Economists like me rely on far too much, because if you believe the conventional wisdom, the GDP of America going up is a sign that the Tariffs are working and the economy is doing well. But if you ask everyday Americans, the picture is not sunshine or rainbows, it is quite the opposite. The sticker price at the store is more now than it ever has been, and their wages are not really growing to meet the cost of living at all. The economy has functionally been stagnant long before Trump and likely started during Biden’s tenure. But Trump is absolutely making it worse on the lowest strata of Americans.
By Ashyr H.3 months ago in The Swamp
Meta Begins Removing Australian Children from Instagram and Facebook
Meta, the company that owns Instagram and Facebook, has started removing Australian children from its platforms as part of a new effort to make social media safer. This major step has surprised many parents and young users, but Meta says it is necessary to protect children from online dangers. The company is now enforcing stricter age rules, and thousands of accounts belonging to underage users are expected to be removed in the coming weeks.
By Kashif Wazir3 months ago in The Swamp
South Korea Builds New App to Protect Women from Stalkers
South Korea is developing a new mobile app that will show the real-time location of stalkers, offering a strong layer of protection for people who feel unsafe. This bold step comes after years of public worry about rising stalking crimes and several tragic cases where victims were harmed because help arrived too late. The government hopes this new technology will give potential victims faster alerts, quicker access to police help, and a chance to escape before danger becomes life-threatening.
By Kashif Wazir3 months ago in The Swamp