Category: Cultural Commentary
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Why Climate Advocates Are Attending Trump’s Inauguration
Prominent tech moguls, including climate advocates like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, recently attended President Trump’s inauguration, raising questions about values, pragmatism, and hypocrisy. This unexpected alignment challenges public perception of these leaders’ commitment to climate action. But is this just politics, or does human psychology drive such contradictions? From present bias to optimism bias,…
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Taming AI: Ethics and Human Responsibility
Taming AI is more than just a tech challenge—it’s a human responsibility. Join me as I reflect on a workshop exploring ethical AI in UX research, dive into key takeaways from global AI guidelines, and add a dash of humor with whimsical visuals like a robot dog on a leash and a lollipop man stopping…
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How To Design Experiences for AI – workshop
Attending Greg Nudelman’s workshop, ‘How To Design Experiences for AI,’ was an eye-opening journey into the future of AI-driven design. From crafting chatbot assistants to optimizing smartwatch interactions, this session highlighted the exciting possibilities at the intersection of creativity and technology in UX/UI design.
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Solar Sisters: Redefining Sustainability Through Community and Design
Discover how Solar Sisters is transforming sustainability with their zero-waste shop and café, combining community spirit with humanity-centered design principles. From saving plastic bottles to hosting poetry nights, their journey offers inspiration for creating lasting change.
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Cringe and Growth: A Reflection on Self-Perception
Cringe—the discomfort we feel looking back at our awkward moments, and how it reflects our growth. This post dives into the paradox of cringe and nostalgia, explores the rise of internet cringe culture, and asks: how can we embrace the discomfort of our past selves while navigating the world of social media?