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From Brussels to San Quentin: The Power of Human Connection

May 2026 bring you joy, peace, health, and love, even as the world faces turmoil, uncertainty, and rapid changes, especially in technology and AI.

Jan 284 min read

Two people near a lift with a colorful mural. Another view shows a woman in a black dress and a building with a "RESPECT" banner.

How Food Traditions Innovate Without Losing Their Soul

I spent the holidays in France for the first time in years, and I was struck by how much innovation is happening in one of the most tradition-bound domains: pastry.

Jan 122 min read

Display of colorful pastries including eclairs and bûchettes in a bakery. Prices are labeled. Mood is inviting and appetizing.

What Happens When AI Stops Being a Tool and Starts Being a Teammate?

That question came alive during the TED AI panel discussions on day 2 of the conference, where founders, CEOs, and futurists wrestled with what it means to design, lead, and govern in a world of “alien intelligence”, per Manoj Saxena definition.

Nov 3, 20254 min read

A person in black stands beside a red TED AI San Francisco banner. An event schedule for Oct 22 is shown with panels from 1-7 PM.

Are We Bold Enough? TEDAI Kicks Off a New Era of AI

Yesterday was Day 1 of TEDAI in San Francisco. “Are we bold enough?” is the core question of the conference, and from the 17 talks of that first day, I would say we are bold for sure. Here are a few highlights of day one.

Oct 29, 20252 min read