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"Let's Jump on a Call" - Why Async Communication is Powerful (If You Get It Right)

We all know the meme. 'This meeting could have been an email.' And honestly? It's right more often than any of us want to admit. Here's why async communication matters and how to actually make it work.

8 min read|Future of Work|Nov 2025
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Article thumbnail: Apps Have Always Had A Fundamental Flaw and AI Might Finally Fix It

AI & Innovation

Apps Have Always Had A Fundamental Flaw and AI Might Finally Fix It

I've been thinking about applications recently. They're as old as computing itself, from the first programmes running on mainframes to whatever's on your phone right now. But despite decades of evolution, they all share a fundamental limitation that AI agents might finally solve.

9 min readNov 2025
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Article thumbnail: Can AI Save The NHS?

Healthcare

Can AI Save The NHS?

The NHS is at breaking point. With over 7 million people on waiting lists, staff burnout reaching crisis levels, and patient frustration at an all time high, something has to change. Could artificial intelligence be the lifeline the NHS desperately needs?

3 min readFeb 2025
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Article thumbnail: What if Languages Became Irrelevant?

AI & Society

What if Languages Became Irrelevant?

Languages have historically served dual purposes: enabling communication whilst preserving cultural identity and heritage. But what if artificial intelligence rendered traditional language use obsolete? Would we lose something precious, or gain something extraordinary?

3 min readFeb 2025
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AI & Society

AI For Companionship

In the UK alone, 2.3 million older people struggle with feelings of isolation, and 1.6 million consider Christmas Day to be the loneliest day. Could AI powered companions address this public health crisis whilst preserving human dignity?

4 min readDec 2024
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Article thumbnail: Can AI Bring The Dead Back to Life?

AI Ethics

Can AI Bring The Dead Back to Life?

Advanced AI systems now conduct conversations with human like fluency, raising thought provoking questions about replicating deceased individuals' communication patterns and personalities. Should we? Could we? And if so, how?

4 min readNov 2024
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Article thumbnail: Why Can't I Pay With My Face?

Technology

Why Can't I Pay With My Face?

In London's Underground, where millions navigate daily, efficiency matters. The passenger gates often become bottlenecks, with people fumbling through wallets, smartphones, and contactless cards. So why can't we just use our faces?

4 min readOct 2024
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Article thumbnail: The Case for a Nationalised UK App Platform: Empowering Innovation and Opportunity

Public Sector

The Case for a Nationalised UK App Platform: Empowering Innovation and Opportunity

As we contemplate how to bolster the UK's software development ecosystem, we should look to other nations, such as the USA, where tech giants like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google dominate the global stage. In a post-Brexit world, the UK has a real opportunity to follow suit and carve out its own space in the tech industry.

6 min readOct 2024
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Article thumbnail: Enhancing the UK's AI Strategy: Proposals for Future Implementation

Public Sector

Enhancing the UK's AI Strategy: Proposals for Future Implementation

Having worked in and around the UK Public Sector for some time, I have been reflecting on ways we can accelerate AI adoption across the nation. AI presents a transformative opportunity for government and citizens alike, but there are challenges and opportunities that need to be addressed to ensure its successful integration.

6 min readOct 2024
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Article thumbnail: The Four-Day Workweek: A Game Changer in My Professional and Personal Life

Productivity

The Four-Day Workweek: A Game Changer in My Professional and Personal Life

Not so long ago, I found myself feeling burned out with work, wedding planning, and home renovations. Caught in this relentless pace, I felt like a break was crucial, yet I was wary of the work backlog that awaited me after a traditional holiday. That's when I decided to experiment with a four-day workweek, reserving Mondays for some much-needed downtime.

2 min readDec 2023
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Article thumbnail: Techniques I use to combat the 'Winter Blues'

Productivity

Techniques I use to combat the 'Winter Blues'

As the dark days start to come back to the UK you might be feeling sad that the Summer is officially over. What you're probably experiencing is S.A.D or Seasonal Affective Disorder, a type of depression that comes and goes in a seasonal pattern and 1 in 15 adults suffer from according to NHS Statistics.

4 min readOct 2022