Stuart Armstrong’s *Smarter Than Us* warned about AI risk back in 2014. I read it in 2025 and was struck by how much of what he predicted is now happening — from AI agents to the moral philosophy problem. Here are my key takeaways, merged with my own experiences of using AI in 2026.
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Concerned about AI weakening your cognitive abilities? Learn how to integrate AI with your PKM safely. This three-level framework establishes boundaries, protects essential thinking processes, and uses AI to enhance rather than replace cognition.
Beyond Fear: Building AI Literacy for a Smarter PKM Read More »
Levels 1 and 2 of my AI PKM framework teach you to use AI for critical refinement and as a thinking partner, whilst maintaining the cognitive friction needed to build genuine personal knowledge.
Here’s the challenge: you need cognitive skills to use AI effectively with PKM, but AI can undermine those very skills. This readiness assessment helps you determine if your PKM is ready for AI—or if you need more time at Level 0.
The AI cognitive ability paradox means beginners need to build skills before AI can help. Level 0 shows new Zettelkasten users what to automate and what to protect, ensuring AI strengthens rather than undermines your learning.
Introduction to my AI Knowledge Framework level 0 Read More »
Much of our reality exists because we collectively agree it does. Technology has always shaped these shared beliefs. Now generative AI is creating content, not just transmitting it. What will this mean for our collective future?
Beyond the Individual: Technology and the Fabric of Our Shared Beliefs Read More »
Creativity isn’t just for artists. it’s how we all solve problems. Understanding the four stages of the creative process helps you harness ideas more effectively. Learn how to work with your creativity, from capturing insights to bringing them to life.
Unleashing Your Creative Potential: The Four Stages of Creativity Read More »
How did my 2025 predictions hold up? Surprisingly well. Now I’m looking ahead to 2026: AI agents entering our daily workflows, quantum computing’s first commercial applications, and AI assistants that actually remember our conversations.
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Explore Perplexity Comet, the AI-powered browser. This review covers its agentic features, what works, what doesn’t, and how it’s used. Is it a glimpse into the future of browsing?
