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My other work
TechFinitive, The Daily Beast and my latest on my passions
TechFinitve
How the world’s largest ports are using AI to keep the global supply chain humming
By sharing and analysing data through maching learning, ports home to streamline operations and anticipatie future problems.
A greener supply chain is possible, but it will take innovation and cooperation
Electric vehicles in ports and ships running on alternative fuels both will play a role in reducing emissions. Some changes are happening now, with others taking more time.
A 5G-powered supply chain isn’t about faster streaming
Ports are using the high-speed networks to deploy everything from remote controlled cranes to connected tugboats.
AI in the kitchen: reducing food waste when even a little bit is way too much
By telling them exactly which uneaten foods are going in the bin, artificial intelligence is helping commercial kitchens save money and a precious resource.
AI in aviation: how machine learning is keeping airliners flying
Companies are using artificial intelligence to perform vital visual inspections of aircraft and even check jet engines for missing parts
The Daily Beast
How to have an expat Thanksgiving
Our correspondent, based in London and away from his family, reflects on crafting a new kind of Thanksgiving.
Sharing my stories
The Rough Corner: Dog Telepathy, Wormholes & Bigfoot's Nest
I was a guest on Dan Schreiber's We Can Be Weirdos podcast to talk about whether animal telepathy is possible and discuss my my experience with an animal communicator.
How a new owner plans to keep unique S.F. bookstore’s legacy alive
I talked to San Francisco Chronicle reporter Tony Bravo about one of my favorite bookstores.
My own musings on tech, travel, aviation, dogs and more
Qantas returns to SFO
Australia's flag carrier restarts its historic route between San Francisco and Sydney after a three-year absence.
The TWA Hotel is incredible
Despite some mixed online reviews, I loved my stay at this paradise for aviation geeks.
The peace of walking a dog
How the pandemic taught me to savor the best part of my day.
Remember when phones were fun?
The iPhone and Android devices are far more powerful than phones were 10 years ago, but they're also far less interesting.
Finding My Way at the Foghorn
My year as Editor-in-Chief of USF's student newspaper taught me a ton about journalism and leadership.
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