Tropes over Talent: Cheap Literature is Replacing Deep Literature
While trope-driven marketing has democratized reading and made books relevant in popular culture again, it has also encouraged publishers to prioritize quick emotional payoff and recipe-following storytelling rather than literary innovation, turning a timeless form of art into more of an algorithm.Continue Reading
Trump’s AI-Generated Daytrading Graphic and The Disturbing Rise of Nationalization
An AI “day-trading” meme posted by President Trump coincided with the U.S. quietly taking a nearly 10% stake in Intel. The move signals a tilt toward state ownership, raising concerns over crony-capitalism and market integrity.Continue Reading
Reviving the California Dream, Rethinking the Lone Star: How SF Real Estate is Coming Back while Austin Cools
As a new mayor takes over and the AI industry booms, many businesses that were relocating their offices out of San Francisco to the South are once again finding the Bay Area a place of opportunity. The result is a slow re-emergence of the San Francisco real estate market while Austin begins to dry up. Continue Reading
The Evolution and Future of Renewable Energy Credits in the United States
In a world where energy policy shifts like the wind, is a market-based solution for clean power the answer? Renewable Energy Credits are rewriting the rules of the game.Continue Reading
The Sound of Artificial Intelligence
As AI continues reshaping music, both professionally and casually, creators, consumers, and stakeholders must find the balance between enabling creativity and protecting rights. As legal battles resolve, precedents will be set regarding the rights and wrongs of using AI in the music space. With all these unknowns, it is only safe to say that AI will continue to grow in capability and reach.Continue Reading
The Weekly BluRB — October 28th, 2025
When will the government shutdown end? That’s the question on everyone’s mind. This week, we also explore China’s gold strategy, unpack Russian oil sanctions, and examine the state of American healthcare. Continue Reading
AI is Changing the Finance Industry
From robo-advisors to AI-powered fintechs, artificial intelligence is transforming how money is managed. AI is making finance faster, smarter, and more personalized than ever before.Continue Reading
Gentrification in Berkeley & Oakland: What It Means for Small Businesses and Communities
In recent years, gentrification in the Bay Area has surged, leading to the closure of many small, locally owned businesses. As wealthier residents move in, these once-thriving businesses struggle to keep up with rising costs and shifting demographics. Businesses owned by large corporations with deeper pockets often take over, altering not only the business landscape but also the cultural identity of these neighborhoods. This displacement raises concerns about economic equity and long-term community sustainability.
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On the Ground at “No Kings Day”
The “No Kings Day” protests in San Francisco captured more than partisan anger, they exposed the everyday toll on America’s middle class, as ordinary citizens are left to shoulder rising costs and deepening uncertainty. Continue Reading
Navigating the AI Regulatory Landscape: The Rise of Corporate Lobbying
Learn about the rapid growth of AI lobbying efforts by major tech companies in recent years. Explore how these developments not only steer policies towards favorable regulations but also shape the economic landscape of businesses in the U.S. Continue Reading









