Riley Waggaman returns to give us an update on the Not-War in Ukraine and the state of things in the Russian Federation. Denazification has not occurred in Ukraine, Kiev has never been more militarized, and NATO has expanded and been galvanized even more all thanks to Putin and the Kremlin. All of Moscow's "red lines" have been crossed, none of this makes any sense. It seems more like oligarchic in-fighting. It's not clear what real alternative BRICS and multipolarity will provide since they will force-inject you and cattle tag you with Digital ID just like in the G20 West!

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About Riley Waggaman
Edward Slavsquat is a moniker sometimes used by Riley Waggaman, an American writer and journalist who has lived in Russia for close to a decade.

He has contributed to many websites, including Anti-Empire, Russian Faith, Brownstone Institute, Unlimited Hangout, and Geopolitics & Empire. He worked for Press TV, Russia Insider, and RT before going solo.

*Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Riley Waggaman: The Only Alternative Multipolarity Offers is a Faster & Harder Digital Gulag! #451

Full Article: www.plumosity.quest/article/51

This article is a guide for entrepreneurs and freelancers operating in the digital landscape.

It breaks down how to achieve digital success in two sections: "Decoding Digital Success" and "Empowering Small Businesses". 

The first section provides strategic guidance on crafting a digital identity, using data for decision making, adapting to agile operations and remote work, focusing on customer-centricity, adapting to e-commerce trends, harnessing the power of social media, and the importance of continuous learning and adaptation. 

The second section presents a curated toolkit of digital tools, categorized by function: foundational tools for efficiency, e-commerce solutions, marketing and customer engagement, online security, legal support, multimedia transformation, and all-in-one business growth solutions.

Episode 9: Digital Entrepreneur's Guide

"Filtered Reality" explores the contradiction between online persona and real life. Through honest lyrics and emotional delivery, it captures the exhausting experience of maintaining a perfect social media presence while struggling with real-life challenges. The song speaks to everyone who's ever posted a smiling selfie during a breakdown or crafted captions that hide their truth. From designer tags to rent checks, it contrasts the glamorous online world with raw reality, questioning which version of ourselves is real in this digital age.

Filtered Reality

Entrevista com Nayan Hanashiro, advisor e coordenador de projetos estratégicos da LACCHAIN

#244 Nayam Hanashiro, LACChain | Blockchain, Identidade Digital, AgroWeb3, BID Lab, ZKP

🎙 Navigating Unpredictability: Building an Anti-Fragile Digital Infrastructure
A new era demands a new mindset. In this podcast episode, I explore how individuals can strategically leverage algorithms instead of being controlled by them—by building an anti-fragile digital presence that thrives on volatility, platform diversity, and intentional content engagement.

🧠 In a world shaped by machine learning and algorithmic curation, what you engage with determines what you become. Each like, view, or comment trains the algorithms behind YouTube, LinkedIn, X, Reddit, Spotify, and beyond. This episode gives you a framework for turning this dynamic to your advantage.

Key Topics Covered:

The Algorithmic Trap:
Why your digital behavior is your most powerful form of self-programming.

Anti-Fragility in the Digital Age:
Inspired by Nassim Nicholas Taleb, this approach enables your online identity to gain from disorder.

Strategic Diversification:
Don’t be a prisoner of a single platform. Make them compete for your attention and growth.

Ethics & Psychology of Digital Autonomy:
Navigate algorithmic bias, digital addiction, and attention hijacking with awareness.

Actionable Framework:
Concrete steps for influencing your digital ecosystem without falling into passive consumption.

📌 Action Steps for Building Your Anti-Fragile Digital Identity:

Curate content that aligns with long-term values and intellectual goals.

Engage on platforms like LinkedIn, Medium, Quora, Mastodon, X, Threads, GitHub, Reddit, SoundCloud, YouTube.

Make your presence multidimensional: contribute, comment, share, and shape your digital surroundings intentionally.

Prioritize learning, collaboration, and value creation—not algorithmic dopamine hits.

🎯 Who Should Watch This:

Digital creators and professionals seeking sustainable, self-directed growth.

Engineers, technologists, and knowledge workers navigating the age of AI.

Anyone wanting to understand the interplay between personal agency and algorithmic systems.

🧭 Additional Resources & Full Article Versions:

📖 Medium:
https://medium.com/@michael-lorenz/navigating-unpredictability-building-an-anti-fragile-digital-infrastructure-eafc257fe56b

📰 Substack Article:
https://substack.com/home/post/p-159318732

🎥 Substack Video:
https://open.substack.com/pub/michaellorenz/p/navigating-unpredictability-building-f86

❓ Quora:
https://www.quora.com/profile/Michael-Lorenz-86/Navigating-Unpredictability-Building-an-Anti-Fragile-Digital-Infrastructure

🔗 Reddit:
https://www.reddit.com/user/Michael_Lorenz_AI/comments/1je0pvq/navigating_unpredictability_building_an/

🎧 Spotify (Podcast):
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/michaellorenz/episodes/Navigating-Unpredictability-Building-an-Anti-Fragile-Digital-Infrastructure-e30b5hb

🎵 SoundCloud:
https://soundcloud.com/michael-lorenz-ai/navigating-unpredictability

🎬 TikTok Clip:
https://www.tiktok.com/@michael.lorenz.ai/video/7484205711598128406

🎬 YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myRi6OmFk9U&t=2s

Navigating Unpredictability – Building an Anti-Fragile Digital Infrastructure

The collapse of 23andMe is more than a business failure—it's a signal flare for every AI developer and tech executive. In this gripping episode of TCAST, Alexander McCaig and Jason Rigby dissect how a DNA data breach exposed over 7 million profiles and led to the unraveling of consumer trust. With 15 million users now at risk of having their most intimate genetic information auctioned off in bankruptcy court, the stakes for data privacy have never been higher. The hosts unpack philosophical, legal, and technical perspectives: What does it mean to own your DNA? How does consent work when data outlives intent? Featuring insights from thinkers like John Locke and Luciano Floridi, and showcasing TARTLE’s decentralized model, this episode calls for an ethical reboot in how data is handled. Learn why centralized systems fail—and how TARTLE’s Data Vault Connect could've saved the day.  ⏱️ Timestamps   00:45 – Crisis Triggered: What the 23andMe bankruptcy means for tech.   04:20 – Genetic Ownership Debate: DNA as property or identity?   08:10 – Systemic Trust Failure: Consent debt and centralized vulnerabilities.   12:00 – The Gattaca Parallel: Profiling, prejudice, and dystopian AI futures.   17:35 – Zero-Debt Consent Model: TARTLE’s blueprint for data ethics.   21:00 – Data as a Renewable Resource: Lessons from natural ecosystems.   26:10 – Sovereign Nations &amp; Data Wars: Who's buying your DNA?   30:25 – Final Challenge to Tech Leaders: Ethical design isn’t optional.    🧩 Quotes   “Your DNA on the auction block isn’t a sci-fi plot—it’s happening now.” – Jason Rigby   “Centralized systems fail humans. Decentralized ones empower them.” – Alexander McCaig   “Data isn’t just property—it’s an extension of you.” – Alexander McCaig    🔗 Resources    – Explore decentralized data ownership      Books/Concepts: Luciano Floridi’s Informational Organisms, Helen Nissenbaum’s Contextual Integrity

Data Privacy Fallout: 23andMe’s Genetic Scandal

This episode features Mai Moore, a dynamic force in leadership and social impact, as she sits down with host Jason Rigby to explore her transition from a 26-year tech career—helping companies like TravelZoo and United Online go public—to founding EYEJ (Empowering Youth, Exploring Justice) and BossMe In. Mai’s story is one of courage, authenticity, and a relentless drive to bridge generational and cultural gaps, creating lasting change for underserved communities and corporate environments alike. She dives into the systemic challenges facing youth, the inefficiencies of traditional nonprofit boards, and the urgent need for intergenerational leadership as Millennials and Gen Z prepare to dominate the workforce by 2030. Mai offers a masterclass in bold leadership, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, humility, and action over endless theorizing. She challenges tech leaders to “open the door” for diverse voices—particularly women and underrepresented groups—by taking immediate, practical steps like inviting new perspectives into decision-making rooms. Her insights on bridging the digital divide, addressing toxic stress in youth, and fostering equity in corporate settings resonate with anyone looking to lead with purpose and impact. This conversation is a must-listen for leaders eager to evolve, connect, and empower in a rapidly changing world. Timestamps with Key Points:   00:01 – Introduction to Mai Moore Jason introduces Mai, highlighting her bold leadership and social impact journey.   01:19 – From Tech to Social Impact Mai reflects on her 26-year tech career and the pivotal moment that sparked her shift to founding EYEJ.   05:06 – Systemic Issues and Nonprofits Discussion on why 27,000 nonprofits in Cleveland fail to address youth mental health and social inequities.   10:38 – Bridging Tech and Youth Leadership Mai explains how to connect underserved youth with tech opportunities and break the “white male Stanford” mold.   14:23 – BossMe In and Corporate Reform Introduction to BossMe In, focusing on intergenerational leadership and corporate change.   22:31 – Advice for Tech Leaders Mai urges leaders to act now—bring diversity into meetings and hire beyond silos.   30:57 – Inspiring the Next Generation Mai shares what excites her about young leaders and their demand for authenticity and harmony.   33:23 – Conversations with Tech Leaders Practical tips for tech executives: act fast, talk money openly, and understand who you serve.   Notable Quotes:   Mai Moore: “We need to embrace change, be authentic, and say, ‘I have no effing clue’ when we don’t know something—it’s about being human.”   Mai Moore: “Just do it today. Bring someone to a meeting, hire someone for that role—stop overanalyzing and act.”   Jason Rigby: “It’s so awesome to see somebody with courage and boldness also be positive—this is a tough task.”   Key Resources and Links:   Mai Moore’s Website:  – Learn more about Mai’s mission and book her for speaking engagements.   EYEJ:  – Explore Mai’s nonprofit empowering youth for justice.   BossMe In: Visit  for insights on intergenerational leadership.   Related Episode:  – A TARTLE episode on fostering inclusion in technology.   TARTLE Blog:  – How data can drive impactful change.   Call-to-Action (CTA): Ready to lead with purpose and bridge worlds for change? Subscribe to the TARTLE podcast, leave a review, and visit  to join the movement for equity and empowerment. Connect with Mai Moore at  to bring her bold insights to your next event! &nbsp;

Breaking the Mold: A Tech Exec's Bold Plan to Fix Leadership & Social Impact

Struggling with leadership chaos in the age of data? In this episode of TCAST, host Jason Rigby welcomes Will Watrous—entrepreneur, EOS implementer, and former stressed-out CEO. Will shares his journey from a health crisis during 173% company growth to clarity and focus through the EOS model. Discover how data-driven leadership, accountability, and clear roles can transform any organization. Whether you’re a tech leader or a data enthusiast, this episode offers actionable insights to optimize team performance, reduce stress, and achieve sustainable growth. 🎧 Tune in and master data-driven leadership with clarity. 🔗 Connect with Will Watrous:         🌐 More Resources:                ⏱️ Episode Timestamps: 00:01 – Stress Breakdown: Will’s 173% growth nearly breaks him. 01:27 – Health Wake-Up Call: How stress symptoms became a leadership turning point. 03:48 – Accountability Chart: Clear roles reduce chaos and confusion. 05:44 – Visionary vs. Integrator: Why Will had to stop doing it all. 08:09 – Clarity Brings Action: The discipline of weekly accountability. 10:37 – Level 10 Meetings: Elevating team conversations from a 3 to a 10. 13:29 – Six Key Components: The EOS framework that made it all work. 17:29 – The Power of Rocks: 90-day focus creates momentum.  💬 Notable Quotes: “Clarity brings action. Complexity kills it.” – Will Watrous “When the visionary and integrator align, the team unlocks peace and power.” “If it’s human, it’s mentionable. If it’s mentionable, it’s manageable.”  🔍 Keywords: data-driven leadership, EOS system, accountability, executive burnout, leadership transformation, team alignment, TCAST, data ethics, business optimization  📣 Call to Action: Overwhelmed by leadership chaos in your data-driven organization? It’s time to transform your approach. Subscribe to TCAST now for insights on leadership, data ethics, and technology’s impact on business. Discover more at .

Unlock Clarity: Will Watrous' EOS System for Data-Driven Leadership

In this must-listen episode, Colin Graves from North Labs pulls back the curtain on how they're helping enterprises achieve tangible ROI in an astonishing 22 days. If you're struggling with slow digital transformation and want faster, smarter results from your big data and AI initiatives, this is for you. Don't miss Colin's expert insights and actionable strategies!  Modern enterprises drown in fragmented systems, disjointed processes, and siloed analytics—resulting in wasted investments and failed data initiatives. Colin Graves, CEO of North Labs, joins Alexander McCaig to break down why most companies miss the mark: focusing too much on technology and ignoring the human and process elements. North Labs' solution? A revolutionary approach centered on pre-built, industry-specific data models using techniques like Data Vault. This strategy dramatically cuts setup times and ensures insights in as little as 22 days—a staggering leap compared to traditional 12-month ROI timelines. Colin and Alexander dive into why foundational data unification must come before layering on AI or machine learning, how generative AI risks disastrous outcomes without holistic context, and why fast, tangible wins are critical to business buy-in. Whether you're struggling with ERP chaos, bad data, or endless digital transformation promises, this conversation is your blueprint for operational excellence and data ROI at warp speed.  External Links       Want real ROI—not empty promises? Subscribe to TCAST and learn how leaders like Collin Graves are flipping the script on digital transformation. Start unlocking real enterprise value today. Join our mission for ethical tech innovation—Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform!

Decoding Data Chaos for Rapid Enterprise Growth.

In today's rapidly evolving tech world, the rise of AI-generated code promises unprecedented speed, but it also comes with a hidden trap: unsustainable, brittle systems that collapse under complexity. In this TCAST episode, Alexander McCaig sits down with Gilad Shoham, the visionary behind Bit.dev and Hope AI, to unpack why 90% of AI code will fail unless developers fundamentally change their approach. Shoham introduces the concept of composable programming—building software like Lego blocks rather than stitching fragile snippets together. By treating code as structured, reusable components rather than random lines, organizations can scale their development healthily and predictably. You'll discover how Hope AI redefines "code generation" as "code assembly," why traditional AI assistants are missing the mark, and how holistic code architecture can future-proof your projects. If you're serious about digital transformation and AI ethics, this is a must-listen conversation. 🔗 Resources&nbsp; Internal:         External:            Related Episode:  (TCAST episode)  &nbsp;Want to future-proof your software against AI-driven chaos? Subscribe to TCAST now and explore the real way to scale responsibly with AI. Visit  for more insights and discover how to lead the future of ethical technology. Your innovation journey starts today—don’t miss it! &nbsp;

AI-Generated Code: Why 90% Fails and How to Win

👻 “The Ghost in the Machine” 👻 – Step into the glowing world between illusion and reality. This pop anthem dives deep into the haunting disconnection between the flawless online self 🌐✨ and the fragile, ever-changing soul behind the screen. With shimmering synths 🎹, pulsing beats 🎧, and heartfelt vocals 🎤, it paints a picture of a digital ghost chasing perfection yet longing to be truly seen.

A story of identity, shadows, and the courage to break free from the algorithm’s grip. 🌌💻

#TheGhostInTheMachine #PopAnthem #DigitalVibes #StorytellingMusic #AIgeneratedMusic #AkurasMusic

The Ghost in the Machine

Music takes me to new worlds. Life is the best teacher. Writing about life is a challenge and experience is what guides me. Loves, pains, disappointments, sadness, joy, despair, hope, melancholy, happiness, all these feelings burn in my veins and make me create.
You all welcome to follow my journey.

The Geopolitics & Empire Podcast conducts interviews with prominent international experts on a wide-range of topics.

Past guests have included diplomats, government officials, whistleblowers, soldiers, spies, economists, academics, scientists, wealthy investors, dissidents, journalists, and musicians.

The broadcast seeks to gain insight from guests who come from the left, right, and beyond. It should go without saying that the host does not always agree with beliefs espoused by podcast invitees, but maintains an open mind, and believes it important to respectfully listen to a multitude of voices and let listeners come to their own conclusions.

*Music used in podcast intro is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Redefining Lifestyle in the Digital Age

Curate your lifestyle with insightful articles and an innovative shopping hub exploring smart home tech, wellness trends, sustainable fashion, digital entrepreneurship, and more!

🎵 Welcome to AkurasMusic 🎵
All lyrics are written by me — every song starts with real ideas, emotions, and stories I put into words.
I use AI tools like Suno to help bring those songs to life musically, blending my creativity with technology to explore new sounds.

No copy-paste prompts — just original songwriting, crafted line by line.
Thanks for listening and being part of this evolving journey.

🔔 Subscribe and join me on this musical journey into the future of sound.
New tracks dropping hopefully regularly — all original, all Akuras.

🎙️ From Sound to Systems: The Journey from Music to Artificial Intelligence

Music has always played a central role in my life. I started playing guitar at 19—not to become a musician, but to connect with creativity in a hands-on way. That same curiosity now drives my work in artificial intelligence, engineering, and technological innovation.

What began as a private SoundCloud account for listening and inspiration is now transforming into a platform for something new:
The launch of my AI & Technology Podcast.

🎧 New Podcast on Artificial Intelligence, Engineering & the Future of Work

As an AI engineer and systems thinker, I explore the deep transformation underway at the intersection of:

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Digital Engineering & Cloud Technologies

Sustainable Innovation & Future Skills

Neuroscience, Creativity & Human Potential

The podcast—available here on SoundCloud and on Spotify—features thought leadership, expert interviews, and practical insights for engineers, technologists, and future-minded thinkers.

Whether you're interested in:

Real-world AI use cases,

How to thrive in a world shaped by automation,

Interdisciplinary insights from engineering, psychology, and design.

Or building a future where tech serves people, not the other way around –
this podcast is designed for you.

🌐 Who am I?

AI Engineer | Cloud Architect | Battery Tech Innovator

Deep interest in cognitive science, systems thinking, and transformational technologies.

Passionate about bridging human values and technological progress.

TARTLE is a global personal data marketplace. Free to join, free to use. It is where humanity goes to get paid for their data.

Olá.
A tecnologia tem o poder de tornar tudo mais fácil, rápido e global. Mas nem sempre de uma forma linear e universal. É sobre isso e seus impactos na nossa vida, financeira ou não, que trato nesse canal.

Os temas  mais usuais são ligados a essas alterações na nossa vida financeira e no mercado financeiro de modo geral , mas nunca limitado a somente isso, pois em um mundo ávido por mudanças como temos hoje, não temos barreiras entre setores, países, regiões, etc 

Separando por temas, os temas que mais abordo são: Fintechs, Blockchain, digital assets, Investimentos, Economia,  Crowdfunding, Peer to peer lending, DEFI, Stablecoin, CBDC, Libra, DEFI, tokenização, Bitcoin, ethereum, câmbio e por aí vai.

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