Mini Essays

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10th of May 2024
  • by Alexander Abdulkader Kheirallah, PhD

Will AI Make Us Obsolete? Exploring the Future of Work in The Age of Technology

In this miniessay I delve into the historical and contemporary fears surrounding technological advancements, particularly AI. Drawing parallels to the Luddite movement of the early 19th century, I explore how concerns about job displacement persist despite ongoing economic progress.

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15th of May 2024
  • by Alexander Abdulkader Kheirallah, PhD

AI and Inflation - the two opposing forces

In this economic analysis I highlight how AI productivity leads to lower prices and improved quality of life. However, the paradox arises when money, the common denominator for pricing goods, is subject to manipulation. While AI promises greater productivity and affordability, its potential is hindered by monetary expansionism

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21st of May 2024
  • by Alexander Abdulkader Kheirallah, PhD

How to double the revenue of your SaaS business with 1% reduction in customer churn

Discover the transformative power of compound interest in our latest article where we explore how churn reduction can significantly impact financial outcomes for business. How even a 1% reduction in churn can lead to a 110% increase in revenue for SaaS companies over time?

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28st of May 2024
  • by Alexander Abdulkader Kheirallah, PhD

What the heart of AI language models can teach us about our cognition process

I explore the parallels between human cognition and AI language models. By comparing material-energetic influences with data-driven changes, I delve into the role of probability in shaping both human and machine thought processes. Using examples like the word association test from Skyfall, I illustrate how context and probabilistic predictions drive language models, offering insights into the workings of our own minds.

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3rd of June 2024
  • by Alexander Abdulkader Kheirallah, PhD

What is Churn, Why is it Bad, and Why it Needs to be Fixed?

Churn is the rate at which customers stop doing business with a company. I describe how churn is detrimental due to revenue loss, higher customer acquisition costs, and potential damage to the company's reputation and long-term sustainability. I emphasize the importance of fixing churn to enhance customer lifetime value, strengthen customer relationships, improve competitive positioning, and increase overall operational efficiency.

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14th of June 2024
  • by Alexander Abdulkader Kheirallah, PhD

Can governments shut down Bitcoin?

My latest article explores the challenges and potential threats Bitcoin faces from governments attempting to control it. It examines historical instances of government control over monetary assets, vulnerabilities of Bitcoin, and the resilience of its peer-to-peer network. Ultimately, the article highlights Bitcoin's enduring strength and the importance of decentralization in maintaining its integrity against centralized powers. It underscores the role of public education in understanding the differences between Bitcoin and CBDCs.

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6th of July 2024
  • by Andrew Humphreys

What is a Data Warehouse? Unveiling the Backbone of Modern Analytics

We explore the transformative power of data warehousing in the modern information age. A data warehouse is a centralized repository that integrates and stores data from various sources, optimized for query and analysis. Key components include the ETL process, data modeling, efficient storage, and metadata management.

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