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The unchosen identities – On simplification & the things we carry
Every object you own is a frozen decision. Most of them were never really yours. Look around at what you carry, what fills your shelves, what occupies your bathroom counter. Each item tells a story, but not always your story. The unused yoga mat is an unchosen health identity. The unworn formal dress is an…
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Navigating chaos
It is rather easy to get lost in thoughts and confusion these days. Things are moving too fast and – often times – to all directions. AI and decentralized technology, global warming, domestic and international conflicts, our well-being. Never before are we this deeply connected and informed (and not informed at the same time). Everyone…
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Day 8 – game theory
This is a summary of a video done by veritasium called What Game Theory reveals about life, the universe and everything. Except for zero-sum game, which usually happen for a predictable, short period of time i.e poker,…, the game of life we play is considered perpetual. And if I may, let’s assume the interactions you…
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Day 7 – The Wim Hof method
Wim Hof is probably the reason that cold immersion therapy got popular. He did a record time of staying in ice cold tank and climbed the Everest in his shorts. It was all for his breathing technique, which, for the purpose of making it easier to understand this essay, is explained simply as (1) 20-40…
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Day 6 – Consensus Algorithm
Disclaimer: Consensus algorithm is the magic behind our current decentralized technologies and blockchain. Let’s explain by comparing with the traditional financial markets centralized by big banks and organizations. When removing these middlemen, the market basically says a majority of participants will participate in validating a transaction. Thanks to blockchain, every participants will have the same…
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Day 5 – Tokenization
In today’s fast-paced world, the need for quicker tools or mechanisms to trade tangible assets has become imperative. Hence, the advent of blockchain and smart contracts. To utilize these technologies, market participants must tokenize ownership of tangible assets. These assets can encompass a wide range, including art, real estate, stocks, bonds, and more. When users…
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