JUST WONDERING... Has the AI bubble burst?

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RT @kim_muthuri: @JKNjenga Not just technology. Actually nothing is permanent. Hakuna chenye ni milele.

RT @DigitallyStoic: @JKNjenga Value lies not in the tool, but in the hand that wields it. Your effort was worthwhile not for the fleeting c…

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INTERESTING DATA The world's top automobiles exporter: 2022: Japan 2023: Germany 2024: China

JUST WONDERING... If the wildfires in Los Angeles were happening in an African country, how would the Western media cover the story?

JUST WONDERING... Which sentence is more correct or acceptable? a) She promised to quickly finish the project. b) She promised to finish the project quickly.

Why America Needs Skilled Workers from Other Countries Some people in America are upset with Elon Musk for saying the country should make it easier for skilled workers in tech to move there. They think he’s suggesting Americans aren’t good enough for these jobs. But honestly, he’s just telling the truth—America’s tech industry relies a lot on workers from other countries, especially from places like India and China. Here’s what’s happening: Many of the world’s biggest tech companies in America, like Google and Tesla, were either started by immigrants or led by them. For example, Sergey Brin, one of Google’s founders, was born in Russia. And Elon Musk himself? He’s from South Africa. These are people who moved to the U.S. with big ideas and made them happen, creating jobs and opportunities for everyone. In Silicon Valley, which is like the tech capital of the world, about 7 out of every 10 engineers are immigrants. Most of them come from Asia. Why? Because America doesn’t have enough skilled workers to keep up with the demand. Each year, their universities produce around 400,000 graduates in science and tech, but there are more than a million tech jobs waiting to be filled. That’s a big problem. Look at Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Google, and Satya Nadella, who runs Microsoft. Both of them were born in India, moved to America for opportunities, and worked their way to the top of two of the world’s biggest companies. They didn’t just take jobs—they created them, helping these companies grow and employ thousands of people. Even Elon Musk’s story shows why skilled migration matters. He left South Africa for better chances in the U.S., and now he runs companies like SpaceX and Tesla that are shaping the future. So when Musk says America needs skilled workers from other countries, it’s not an insult to Americans. It’s a reminder that great ideas and talent come from all over the world. If America wants to stay on top, it needs to welcome the best minds, no matter where they come from. It’s not just good for America; it’s good for everyone.

Projected Top 20 Wealthiest Countries in 2050 This list highlights the projected wealthiest nations in 2050, based on economic forecasts from PwC's report, "The World in 2050."The rankings are determined by anticipated GDP growth trends, reflecting the rise of emerging economies and shifting global power dynamics. 1. China 2. India 3. United States 4. Indonesia 5. Brazil 6. Mexico 7. Japan 8. Russia 9. Nigeria 10. Germany 11. United Kingdom 12. France 13. Turkey 14. Saudi Arabia 15. Pakistan 16. Egypt 17. South Korea 18. Italy 19. Canada 20. Vietnam Source: PwC Report – "The World in 2050"

THE TWO FACES OF CHRISTMAS SHOPPING – A TALE OF DOUBLE STANDARDS As Christmas approaches, the exodus begins. Packed buses and cars head to the villages, where city dwellers return to their roots. It’s a time for joy, family, and giving thanks—but also, for many, a chance to reveal an unsettling side of human nature. Take Mary, for instance. In Nairobi, she shops at upscale supermarkets. Her cart overflows with items she tosses in without a second thought. A packet of rice for Ksh 800, imported chocolates for Ksh 2,500, and a bottle of wine for Ksh 1,800. She never haggles, trusting the system and the barcode scanner. If she buys a pack of six apples for Ksh 600, she even smiles to herself, thinking it’s a steal. But back in her village in Kakamega, Mary transforms into a hardened negotiator, one who wears down even the most patient of sellers. On Christmas Eve, she approaches Mama Akinyi, a widow and small-scale farmer selling fresh vegetables at the roadside. “How much are the tomatoes?” Mary asks, inspecting them as if she’s an agricultural expert. “Ksh 50 for a pile of four,” Mama Akinyi responds, her voice hopeful. “Ksh 50? For these tiny ones? At City Park Market, I’d get bigger ones for less!” Mary exaggerates, though she hasn’t been to City Park Market in years. Mama Akinyi, desperate to sell something before the day ends, adjusts her price. “Okay, take them for Ksh 40.” “Make it Ksh 20 and I’ll take three piles,” Mary counters, her face unreadable. Mama Akinyi hesitates. She knows she can’t survive on those margins, but Mary is relentless. With no other customers in sight, she agrees. Mary walks away, triumphant, with Ksh 60 worth of tomatoes. Later, she uploads a photo of her “fresh village produce” on Instagram, captioning it, “Support local farmers ❤️.” The irony is staggering. The same Mary who pays a supermarket Ksh 800 for rice will bully a struggling trader into cutting her prices to unsustainable levels. The same Mary who tips a Nairobi Uber driver Ksh 200 for a 10-minute ride will complain endlessly about boda boda fares in her village. The same Mary who never questions a bill in the city will nitpick every shilling back home. And Mary is not alone. James, a corporate executive, spends Ksh 12,000 at a steakhouse in Nairobi without blinking. But when he’s in Kisii, he’ll argue with a chicken seller for 30 minutes, demanding the price drop from Ksh 1,200 to Ksh 800, citing imaginary “city rates.” The seller, a father of three, finally agrees, though it means he’ll make almost no profit. Why do city dwellers, so free-spending in urban centers, turn into penny-pinchers in the village? Is it entitlement? A misplaced sense of superiority? Or simply a disconnect from the reality of village life? But the consequences are devastating. Every Christmas, many rural traders close the season worse off than they began. While city dwellers feel accomplished for their bargaining prowess, the village traders they exploit face sleepless nights wondering how to feed their families or pay school fees in January. So this Christmas, let’s reflect. Before you haggle a village farmer out of her dignity for Ksh 10, remember that she’s the backbone of the food you enjoy in the city. Before you manipulate a chicken seller into cutting his price, think about the school uniforms his children need. And before you pressure a boda boda rider to lower his fare, remember that he also wants to buy his family a gift this Christmas. This holiday season, let your kindness match your spending in the city. Pay the asking price. Tip generously. Smile and appreciate the effort behind every sale. For in the true spirit of Christmas, it’s not the savings that matter—it’s the humanity we show to those around us.

RT @JKNjenga: Why Do We Celebrate Christmas on December 25? Here’s the thing—no one really knows the exact date of Jesus’ birth. The Bible…