Over the years, my interests have centered on technology, society, and how the two intersect. Here are three areas I’m actively exploring:
1. AI and its transformative impact
AI is my professional background, and its evolution continues to intrigue me. While the spotlight is on training ever-larger models, finding use cases, figuring out regulations, and creating AI policy — I’m also curious about what’s next — like new UX paradigms that go beyond chat. How can we design interfaces that make AI more intuitive and adaptable? Or what comes after LLMs? And will just adding more compute make these models truly reason?
I’m also exploring how AI reshapes society. If agents take over repetitive tasks, what happens to our roles and incomes? In a remote-first, AI-enabled world, how do social interactions and workplace dynamics change?
2. Climate change and sustainability
Climate change is the defining challenge of our time, yet the tech industry, particularly AI, often ignores its environmental impact. The carbon cost of training massive models is just one example of how innovation can clash with sustainability.
I’m diving into the climate tech space to better understand how we can align technological progress with environmental responsibility. What are the most promising innovations, and how do we ensure that progress doesn’t come at the planet’s expense?
3. The decentralized internet and free speech
For two years, I ran Solarplex, a social network for creators built on the decentralized protocol powering Bluesky. It allowed artists and musicians to connect directly with audiences, monetize through subscriptions, and create digital products — without relying on ads or centralized platforms.
As platforms like X tighten control, decentralization is becoming critical — not just for free speech but to address challenges like misinformation. I’m exploring how decentralized networks can empower users while balancing trust and accountability. This becomes even more important in an age where AI powered “slop” can truly influence large groups of people.
If you're exploring similar ideas, I’d love to exchange thoughts and learn from you.
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If you have any questions or thoughts, don't hesitate to reach out. You can find me as @viksit on Twitter.