Enrique Dans for dummies

Enrique Dans's Medium article discusses the emergence of powerful AI tools like STORM, a generative AI capable of creating Wikipedia-style articles, and NotebookLM, useful for creating study guides and summaries.  Dans highlights the significant potential of these AI agents to revolutionize research, education, and journalism by streamlining information processing and report writing. He contrasts these advanced AI agents with the simpler chatbot format, emphasizing the shift toward more adaptable agent platforms. The author also notes Google's mismanagement of NotebookLM and the broader trend of AI agents transforming search functionality. Finally, he enthusiastically promotes STORM as a game-changing tool. This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Looking to create your own Wikipedia-style article? Try STORM«

The article analyzes two proposed mergers, Honda-Nissan and Getty Images-Shutterstock, arguing that these represent desperate measures by legacy companies facing disruption. Honda and Nissan are struggling with the rise of electric vehicles, while Getty Images and Shutterstock are threatened by the increasing accessibility of generative AI image creation tools. The author suggests that these mergers are unlikely to solve the underlying problems, highlighting the obsolescence of their business models in the face of technological advancements and the easy availability of free alternatives. The author concludes that these companies are essentially delaying the inevitable. This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Here’s another merger that augers badly for two legacy companies«

Enrique Dans's Medium article discusses the UK's decision to reverse a proposed ban on social media for under-16s. Dans argues against such bans, citing a lack of conclusive evidence on their effectiveness and highlighting the potential benefits of social media for vulnerable youth. He suggests that instead of prohibition, the focus should be on pressuring social media companies to adopt ethical design practices that mitigate the addictive nature of their platforms. The article contrasts this approach with Australia's upcoming ban, which Dans believes will be unenforceable and ultimately counterproductive. Finally, the article emphasizes the need for a more nuanced approach involving education and corporate accountability. This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «If phone bans for under-16s make no sense, how to combat addictive social networks?»

Enrique Dans's Medium article discusses the shift towards flexible work arrangements in 2025, contrasting companies like Spotify and Airbnb, which embrace remote work and trust their employees, with those forcing a return to the office.  Dans argues that treating employees like adults, rather than children, fosters a more productive and innovative environment. He highlights the benefits of flexible work, emphasizing that resisting this trend is detrimental to companies' ability to attract and retain top talent. The article concludes by posing the crucial question of whether companies treat employees as adults or school children, ultimately suggesting that a flexible approach is the future of work. A reader's comment reinforces this central theme. This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Do you treat your employees like adults or like school children?»