For the past decade, I’ve had the privilege of building AI tools that help legal aid organizations serve their communities better. From automating the delivery of legal information in North Carolina to automating court forms in Tennessee, I’ve watched talented attorneys and advocates make incredible impacts with limited resources.But there’s been a persistent limitation that’s
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California Lawmakers Advance Suite of AI Bills
As the California Legislature’s 2025 session draws to a close, lawmakers have advanced over a dozen AI bills to the final stages of the legislative process, setting the stage for a potential showdown with Governor Gavin Newsom (D). The AI bills, some of which have already passed both chambers, reflect recent trends in state AI…
1500 Years Versus 4 Hours: AlphaZero, AGI, and the Future of Intelligence
There’s a significant debate on how soon computers may achieve artificial general intelligence. The AlphaZero Project–which led one of its leaders to receive the Nobel Prize for Chemistry–is an important data point in the discussion. Here’s the intro to my article at LLRX.com.
Will computers ever achieve the holy grail of artificial general intelligence…
My Second Top Ten Travel Tips

A few days ago, I published ten hints to help enjoy the experience of travel while avoiding the risk of hassles. As promised then, here are ten more. These are a bit more specific but are all based on experience. I’ve tried to arrange these more by categories.…
Are you surprised that Microsoft is distancing itself from OpenAI/ChatGPT?
Computerworld.com reported “Microsoft recently released its own large language models — the technology that underlies all generative AI (genAI), from OpenAI’s ChatGPT to Google’s Gemini, Anthropic and others. Until now, Microsoft has relied on ChatGPT to be Copilot’s brains. But with Microsoft and OpenAI fighting about what Microsoft should get from its $13 billion investment…
Nevada Judge Takes Creative and Unusual Approach to Combat AI-Generated Fictitious Citations
HR 4.0: Where Humans Meet AI with Oksana Day
If you’ve ever wondered how technology is reshaping the world of Human Resources, beyond outdated forms and awkward onboarding videos, we’re here to help. I’m thrilled to be joined by Oksana, a leading voice from Flex HR, an organization at the forefront of modern workforce transformation.
We’ll start by exploring how digital tools and…
Can you answer 9 cloud strategy questions?
CIO.com reported these comments from Joe Nathan (associate principal with The Hackett Group) “The rise of AI, increasing cyber threats, evolving data requirements, regulatory scrutiny, and the rapid advancement of cloud-native architectures have introduced new levels of complexity — and opportunity.” The September 9, 2025 article entitled “9 cloud strategy questions every IT leader must…
Is AI making Smartphones passe?
The NewYorkTimes.com reported that “As Apple prepares to release new iPhones this week, industry veterans shared their predictions for what will be the next big thing in personal computing. To consumers, this week will feel familiar: Apple is expected to unveil new iPhones with modest improvements, including a slightly thinner one. Yet many of the…
Law Firms Better Be Ready for Private Equity
Private equity has entered legal services with force. Investors now see law firms not as untouchable guilds but as scalable businesses. Alternative Business Structures (ABS) and Managed Services Organizations (MSOs) open the gates to a whole different world of delivery of legal services to clients. These models dismantle the ban on outside ownership and create…