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Throughout history, technological revolutions have fundamentally shifted the balance of power in society. The Industrial Revolution created conditions where democracies could flourish for the first time — as nations needed educated, informed, and empowered citizens to deploy advanced technologies and remain competitive.Unfortunately there's every reason to think artificial general intelligence (AGI) will reverse that trend. Today's guest — Tom Davidson of the Forethought Centre for AI Strategy — claims in a new paper published today that advanced AI enables power grabs by small groups, by removing the need for widespread human participation. Links to learn more, video, highlights, and full transcript. https://80k.info/tdAlso: come work with us on the 80,000 Hours podcast team! https://80k.info/workThere are a few routes by which small groups might seize power:Military coups: Though rare in established democracies due to citizen/soldier resistance, future AI-controlled militaries may lack such constraints. Self-built hard power: History suggests maybe only 10,000 obedient military drones could seize power.Autocratisation: Leaders using millions of loyal AI workers, while denying others access, could remove democratic checks and balances.Tom explains several reasons why AI systems might follow a tyrant's orders:They might be programmed to obey the top of the chain of command, with no checks on that power.Systems could contain "secret loyalties" inserted during development.Superior cyber capabilities could allow small groups to control AI-operated military infrastructure.Host Rob Wiblin and Tom discuss all this plus potential countermeasures.Chapters:Cold open (00:00:00)A major update on the show (00:00:55)How AI enables tiny groups to seize power (00:06:24)The 3 different threats (00:07:42)Is this common sense or far-fetched? (00:08:51)“No person rules alone.” Except now they might. (00:11:48)Underpinning all 3 threats: Secret AI loyalties (00:17:46)Key risk factors (00:25:38)Preventing secret loyalties in a nutshell (00:27:12)Are human power grabs more plausible than 'rogue AI'? (00:29:32)If you took over the US, could you take over the whole world? (00:38:11)Will this make it impossible to escape autocracy? (00:42:20)Threat 1: AI-enabled military coups (00:46:19)Will we sleepwalk into an AI military coup? (00:56:23)Could AIs be more coup-resistant than humans? (01:02:28)Threat 2: Autocratisation (01:05:22)Will AGI be super-persuasive? (01:15:32)Threat 3: Self-built hard power (01:17:56)Can you stage a coup with 10,000 drones? (01:25:42)That sounds a lot like sci-fi... is it credible? (01:27:49)Will we foresee and prevent all this? (01:32:08)Are people psychologically willing to do coups? (01:33:34)Will a balance of power between AIs prevent this? (01:37:39)Will whistleblowers or internal mistrust prevent coups? (01:39:55)Would other countries step in? (01:46:03)Will rogue AI preempt a human power grab? (01:48:30)The best reasons not to worry (01:51:05)How likely is this in the US? (01:53:23)Is a small group seizing power really so bad? (02:00:47)Countermeasure 1: Block internal misuse (02:04:19)Countermeasure 2: Cybersecurity (02:14:02)Countermeasure 3: Model spec transparency (02:16:11)Countermeasure 4: Sharing AI access broadly (02:25:23)Is it more dangerous to concentrate or share AGI? (02:30:13)Is it important to have more than one powerful AI country? (02:32:56)In defence of open sourcing AI models (02:35:59)2 ways to stop secret AI loyalties (02:43:34)Preventing AI-enabled military coups in particular (02:56:20)How listeners can help (03:01:59)How to help if you work at an AI company (03:05:49)The power ML researchers still have, for now (03:09:53)How to help if you're an elected leader (03:13:14)Rob's outro (03:19:05)This episode was originally recorded on January 20, 2025.Video editing: Simon MonsourAudio engineering: Ben Cordell, Milo McGuire, Simon Monsour, and Dominic ArmstrongCamera operator: Jeremy ChevillotteTranscriptions and web: Katy Moore
Interview with Michael Hodgson, CEO of Serabi Gold PLCOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/serabi-gold-lsesrb-38000-oz-gold-production-by-year-end-with-expansion-upside-6452Recording date: 11th April 2025Serabi Gold has kicked off 2025 with impressive momentum, delivering 10,013 ounces of gold production in Q1 – maintaining the strong rhythm established in Q4 2024 and exceeding budget expectations by approximately 800 ounces. The company is firmly on track to meet its 2025 production guidance of 44,000 - 47,000 ounces, with quarterly production expected to increase throughout the year, reaching 12,000 - 13,000 ounces by Q4.The financial transformation of Serabi over the past year has been remarkable. Cash reserves grew from just $5 million in Q1 2024 to $22.2 million by year-end, and have further increased to approximately $27 million following Q1 2025 results. This substantial improvement stems from both operational excellence and favorable market conditions, with high gold prices and a beneficial Brazilian Real exchange rate creating what CEO Michael Hodgson describes as "a great time to be a Brazilian gold producer."Serabi's growth trajectory is clearly defined, with production expected to increase from the current 44,000 - 47,000 ounces in 2025 to 60,000 ounces in 2026. The company has even more ambitious plans beyond this, with a goal of reaching 70,000-75,000 ounces in 2027 and potentially 100,000 ounces by 2028. Notably, management believes this growth can be funded entirely from operating cash flow, avoiding dilution to existing shareholders.Underpinning this growth strategy is a significant $10 million investment in brownfield exploration, split equally between the Palito and Coringa operations. This program aims to expand the current resource base from 1 million ounces to at least 1.5 million ounces, and potentially up to 2 million ounces. Recent drilling at São Domingos has already yielded promising results, with early estimates suggesting a resource of around 100,000 ounces at impressive grades of 10-12 grams per ton.Serabi is implementing an innovative hub-and-spoke model, where satellite operations employ crushing and ore-sorting technology to produce high-grade pre-concentrates that are then transported to the central Palito processing facility. This approach maximizes processing efficiency and enables increased production without major plant expansions.With substantial free cash flow generation expected to continue throughout 2025, management is actively considering mechanisms for shareholder returns, including dividends and share buybacks. As Hodgson stated, "We know we can't sit on this amount of cash. That's the bottom line."For investors seeking exposure to gold with strong growth prospects and potential shareholder returns, Serabi Gold presents a compelling opportunity. The combination of increasing production, expanding resources, innovative processing technology, and robust cash generation creates a foundation for both capital appreciation and potential income in a favorable gold price environment.—Learn more: https://cruxinvestor.com/companies/serabi-goldSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
Let us know how we're doing - text us feedback or thoughts on episode contentPending regulations are reshaping the sustainability reporting world, with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) starting to require European companies to report this year.Underpinning these reporting disclosures is something called a Double Materiality Assessment (DBA). In this episode, Paul digs into what is included in a DBA, how it differs from a company's current non-financial disclosures, and what companies should be doing to prepare for these reporting requirements. Even US based companies who may have to start reporting as soon as 2028.For more research:Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) - European CommissionFollow Paul on LinkedIn.
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The public often imagines corporations as self-contained actors that provide a set of goods and services to consumers. Underpinning this image have been ideas of ownership, rights to capital and intellectual property, and corporate responsibility to stakeholders including consumers, workers, and shareholders. But what if almost everything we are told about the essence of the firm is wrong? So writes Sir John Kay, a British economist, corporate director, and longstanding fellow of St John's College (Oxford) in his new book, The Corporation in the 21st Century.The book revolves around contrasts between historical conceptions of corporations, capitalism, and contemporary practices. Kay writes, “A central thesis of [this] book is that business has evolved, but the language that is widely used to describe business has not.” In the 19th and 20th centuries, firms could be defined in terms of their control over material forms of productive capital (factories, steel foundries, railways, etc.) Socioeconomic critiques of capitalism, most prominently from Karl Marx, often centered on firms' control of the means of production. Kay contends that firms today access productive capital as a service. For example, Amazon does not own its warehouses but rents them from another firm. Kay writes that today's corporations and capitalism “[have] very little to do with ‘capital' and nothing whatsoever to do with any struggle between capitalists and workers to control the means of production.”Kay joins Luigi and Bethany to discuss the implications of this evolution in firms' relation to capital: Why is it important to capitalism that its biggest firms no longer own their means of production? Why does the language used to describe this matter? What do Apple's manufacturing facilities, Amazon's warehouses, and TikTok's algorithms tell us about our notions of business ownership? How have these changes to capitalism redefined the struggle between the owners of capital, managers, workers, and consumers? In the process, Kay, Luigi, and Bethany explore the failures of capitalism and imagine what could and should be the purpose of the 21st-century corporation.Show Notes:Read an excerpt from the book (published by Yale University Press) on ProMarketIn Bethany and Luigi's closing discussion of Kay's book, Luigi cites several articles he has published on the topic, which we have linked below for the listener's reference. In this past scholarship, Luigi studies how a firm and its operations often intertwine with other firms to form an ecosystem, and it is only through this ecosystem that value is created. Apple and Foxconn provide one example. Legally, they are distinct firms, yet Luigi contends they can be understood as elements of an ecosystem that creates value. Hence, it is sometimes productive to think beyond legal boundaries to consider how multiple firms may compose such a value-creating ecosystem in practice. Within the Apple/Foxconn ecosystem, Apple has a significant influence in dictating terms for Foxconn. Further, if Apple has such dominating power over its suppliers, then Apple could be said to have market power that raises antitrust concerns, which are less obvious if we take the legal boundaries of firms as the correct method of conceptualizing them.Zingales, L., 2000. In search of new foundations. The Journal of Finance, 55(4), pp.1623-1653.Rajan, R.G. and Zingales, L., 1998. Power in a Theory of the Firm. The Quarterly Journal of Economics, 113(2), pp.387-432.Rajan, R.G. and Zingales, L., 2001. The firm as a dedicated hierarchy: A theory of the origins and growth of firms. The Quarterly Journal of Economics, 116(3), pp.805-851.Zingales, L. (1998) Corporate Governance. In: Newman, P., Ed., The New Palgrave Dictionary of Economics and the Law, Palgrave Macmillan, London.Lancieri, F., Posner, E.A. and Zingales, L., 2023. The Political Economy of the Decline of Antitrust Enforcement in the United States. Antitrust Law Journal, 85(2), pp.441-519.
In this special end-of-year episode, Michelle Ockers and Chemène Sinson reflect on the key themes explored in the 2024 Learning Uncut podcast episodes and connect them to broader trends and conversations in L&D. This year's standout themes include moving from talk to action with AI, adopting skills-based approaches, fostering community and collaboration, and driving real behaviour change. Underpinning it all is the vital interplay between humanity and technology. From stories of professional growth to global learning insights, this episode offers rich inspiration as we step into 2025. Join the discussion on LinkedIn—find the episode post on Michelle's profile and share your thoughts! Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/159/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/
Interview with Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman & CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/santacruz-silver-mining-tsxvscz-stabilising-silver-production-to-bolster-balance-sheet-3925Recording date: 27th November 2024Santacruz Silver Mining (TSXV:SCZ) is hitting its stride after a transformational year that has significantly bolstered the company's financial position and growth prospects. The Bolivia and Mexico-focused silver producer delivered strong Q3 2024 results with $78M in revenue and $16M in EBITDA. More importantly, Santacruz has emerge from a multi-year restructuring effort with a much cleaner balance sheet and ample liquidity to fund organic growth.The key development was a successful renegotiation of Santacruz's agreement with senior partner Glencore. By amending the terms, Santacruz eliminated $8M in annual royalty payments and pushed out the maturity on $40M of debt to late 2025. This, combined with improved operations, has enabled Santacruz to generate meaningful free cash flow, with $20M in cash as of Q3.Management is taking a two-pronged approach to driving shareholder returns: reducing costs at existing mines while advancing low-capex, high-impact growth projects. A focus on optimizing ore blending, modernizing equipment and leveraging synergies between mines is starting to bear fruit, with all-in sustaining costs trending lower. CEO Arturo Préstamo Elizondo sees further opportunities to boost efficiency, stating "We're doing works and having initiatives across all our mines to achieve better production and lower costs."On the growth front, the flagship organic project is restarting the past-producing Soracaya mine in Bolivia. Originally built to produce 4Moz silver annually, Soracaya is essentially turnkey and can be brought online within a year for minimal capital. Santacruz is also building a new mill at San Lucas to double output to 4Moz silver equivalent by bringing processing in-house. Together these two projects provide a clear path to 25%+ production growth over the next 2-3 years.Underpinning the Santacruz investment case is a bullish outlook for silver prices. While up substantially since 2020, Prestamo sees $20/oz as "a solid floor" based on strong industrial demand growth. "More and more uses are coming for silver, not only solar panels but for environmental and pharmaceutical use. Unlike gold, silver is used up, so you always need new ounces," he explained. Higher silver prices would amplify the impact of Santacruz's operational improvements and growth initiatives.In summary, Santacruz offers investors a compelling turnaround story with multiple ways to win. With its balance sheet derisked, costs falling and production poised to climb, the company is well positioned to deliver outsized returns going forward. If management and the entire operations can execute, Santacruz has the potential to be a standout performer in a rising silver price environment.View Santacruz Mining's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/santacruz-silver-miningSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
One of the government market's most-anticipated transactions closed on Sept. 30 when what we can call “Old Amentum” joined forces with Jacobs' federal-facing units.This episode sees Steve Arnette, chief operating officer at what we can now call “New Amentum,” take our Ross Wilkers through all that went into putting this larger company together and where everyone wants to go from here.Underpinning this new version of Amentum's vision and goals is what it calls a “technology-enabled growth strategy.” Arnette walks through that very strategy, how it applies to the company's priority markets and what all of this means for Amentum's 53,000 employees around the world.
In this episode of Brown Girl Guilt, host Harpo sits down with her mentor Anoop Gill, a fellow brown woman pursuing Executive leadership. They chat about being racialized women in positions of leadership, the transition from girlhood to womanhood, and the roots of competition amongst brown girls in the Punjabi community. Underpinning the episode is the modelling of two brown women who love each other, uplift one another, and actually show up for each other. Produced by Harpo Edited by Simran Dale
Of all the concepts focused on throughout the discussions hosted on the Alpha Exchange, the notion of “carry” is one of my favorites. In its most basic definition, carry measures the income or cost to holding an asset in the steady state, when nothing changes. Underpinning the assessment of value in any option trade or strategy is a view on the favorability of carry at a given point in time. Can I own options for free or at least at meaningful discounts to their value? Mr. Market makes this very unlikely. Can I be especially well compensated for being short optionality? These are challenging questions, worthy of careful study. And in this context, it was a pleasure to welcome Shailesh Gupta, the Head of Structural Alpha at Simplify Asset Management to the podcast. Our conversation explores areas of carry in the market, why they exist, how they can be harvested and what can go wrong in the process. Shailesh shares his views on the pricing of interest rate volatility, where the vol risk premium has been especially high and how that fits into product design at his firm's ETF platform. We talk also about risk – including the crowding episode in VIX products in 2017 leading into the XIV event of 2018. I hope you enjoy this episode of the Alpha Exchange, my conversation with Shailesh Gupta.
In just over 8 years the Octopus Group has become one of the largest green energy retailers, generators, installers and investors in the UK. Underpinning and revolutionising the way they do business is Kraken technology. Devrim Celal is the Chief Marketing and flexibility officer at Kraken. He explains why consumer trust in the electricity industry is so important and why the energy transition will not succeed unless we are given incentives to participate in helping balance electricity when it is available and when it is not. For more information about electrification and energy efficiency https://onestepoffthegrid.com.au
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In today's special bonus episode of Nature Breaking you'll hear all about WWF's 2024 Living Planet Report. This bi-annual report functions as a check-up on the health of the Earth. Underpinning the report is the Living Planet Index, which monitors populations of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish around the world. This year the report found that monitored wildlife populations declined by an average of 73% since 1970. Importantly, this year's report also reveals that the Earth stands on the verge of tipping points for tropical forests and coral reefs that could have severe consequences for people and nature everywhere. Joining the show to explain the Living Planet Report is Dr. Rebecca Shaw, WWF's chief scientist. Rebecca will walk us through the methodology of the report, what its key findings really mean for wildlife and ecosystems, and what we all can do together to put our planet on a more sustainable pathway. Links for More Info: Rebecca Shaw bio: https://www.worldwildlife.org/experts/rebecca-shaw 2024 Living Planet Report: worldwildlife.org/livingplanetreport Chapters: 0:00 Preview 0:23 Intro 2:09 LPR basics & key findings 4:42 Reasons for wildlife decline 5:51 Why should we care? 7:55 Tipping points explainer 10:21 Amazon rain forest tipping point 12:22 Rebecca's story about living in the Amazon 13:49 Amazon tipping point continued 14:54 LPR species example: parrotfish 18:09 History of the LPR 20:56 How to reverse the loss of wildlife and nature 28:12 Message to leaders at CBD COP16 32:58 Outro
We have unlocked the full and unedited subscriber version of episode four which we released on August 15 for Premium subscribers of The Ken and on Apple Podcasts. Now you can stream it wherever you listen to your podcasts for free for a few weeks.The Swiggy of 2024 is a shadow of its former self. Boxed in by younger, nimbler and hungrier competitors from all sides, it has been defending itself for so long that it seems to have forgotten how to play offense. It wasn't always like this. Swiggy used to define innovation, product chops and “Bengaluru cool”. In many ways it pioneered food delivery in 2014 after pivoting from a courier service.Zomato, originally a restaurant discovery company, got into food delivery a year after Swiggy. It may have started as a late follower, but today Zomato's market share in the food delivery space is estimated at 56-57% by Goldman Sachs, with Swiggy in second place.Then there's quick commerce. In 2020 Swiggy was the first to launch a quick commerce grocery business, which we now know as Instamart. Zomato meanwhile bought Blinkit and rapidly integrated and scaled it across India. Once again, it would go on to beat Swiggy in market share. Blinkit is estimated to have a 46% market share, followed by Swiggy at number 2. Underpinning all of Swiggy's business were its apps and products, long considered the gold standard of user experience and design. They were slick, intuitive, fast, and fun.But Swiggy's apps today are a haphazard and constantly changing collection of sub-products, menu items, offers and distinct sections.How did it come to this?This week on Two by Two, hosts Rohin Dharmakumar and Praveen Gopal Krishnan discuss Swiggy with Arnav Gupta, the Director of Engineering at Jio Cinema, and Deepak Shenoy – the co-founder and CEO of Capitalmind*.Arnav, who used to lead product and engineering for Zomato's consumer apps, explains how product and teams work within a food delivery company. Deepak runs a company handling 2000 crores worth of investments and is a great expert on how the public markets work. He breaks down exactly what the market wants and needs from Swiggy, and what it needs to do to succeed once it goes public.Additional Reading:Swiggy is at the mercy of Zomato for its IPOSwiggy and Timidity 1,500 stories about India's complex relationships with Swiggy Instamart, Blinkit, Zepto, and Bigbasket*Both Rohin and Praveen are investors with Capitalmind.This episode of Two by Two was produced by Anushka Mukherjee. Hari Krishna is our lead writer and researcher and our resident sound engineer Rajiv C N is our audio producer.What did you think of the episode? Write to us at twobytwo@the-ken.com with your opinions and suggestions.
A few days ago, a fellow Sane Spacer had several comments on one of our YouTube videos nuked for the mere mention of the name "Sam Francis." We break down the real reason the regime and its thought/speech police are so threatened by Francis, and discuss the obvious double standard at play when they express outrage over their fake excuse for why he's censored while ignoring the very same behavior on the part of their favored classes/people. We also discuss Kamala Harris's recent comments about free speech being a "privilege" and wanting to rein in Elon Musk and X because they've "abused that privilege," and what this means for all of us if she's allowed to assume the position of Empress Kackles. Show Notes: The Fake Reason They Hate/Censor Sam Francis: https://charlestoncitypaper.com/2010/04/14/the-problem-with-sam-francis/ The Real Reason: Francis conceived of politics primarily in terms of power. He argued that a managerial class—bureaucrats whose dominance of technical knowledge and jargon gave them the keys to powerful organizations, corporations, and ultimately the state—had seized power since the Progressive Era. According to Francis, the managerial regime set forth a liberal ideology to justify and reinforce their dominance and corrode right-wing institutions. Underpinning the managerial regime, Francis thought, was an alliance between regime elites and an underclass paid off by the state with wealth robbed from the middle. Francis wrote these words decades ago. As we sit here today with a near permanent bureaucracy, that none of us ever have or will get to vote for, which is the primary ruler of every minute detail of our lives as made evident by the fact that despite changing elected parties/politicians, government policy only ever moves in the direction of increasing state power while acting in direct contradiction to the interests of the electorate, it should be clear to any rational/objective observer that Francis was more prophet than pariah on this point. Those wielding this power hate Francis for forbidden thoughts like these, but unwilling or unable to refute them, they fall back on the tried and true "racism!" refrain, in the hopes you'll ignore the entirety of his thought just because he held other uncomfortable views. Kamala Harris Thinks Free Speech is a "Privilege" and Wants X Shut Down: https://x.com/DrJBhattacharya/status/1830834552883060909?t=u1dKoy63dEYl01tD32jE5A&s=19 **SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE** Become a Member: https://wmdpodcast.com/support-our-work BUY MERCH (shirts, hats, hoodies, mugs, even welcome mats!): https://ee48ce-3.myshopify.com BITCOIN WALLET ADDRESS: bc1qsx4qh6wqkmwac25rydfn8nhg4nrwrcx93fmjz4 CHECK OUT WMD ELSEWHERE: X: https://twitter.com/WMDpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.cm/groups/566957281384509 Odysee: https://odysee.com/@WeaponsOfMemeDestruction:7 Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/WMDPodcast
Exploring three common protective myths people use to cope with life's uncertainties. How these myths, while intended to provide comfort, often amplify the very isolation and fear we want to avoid, and rarely help us as much as we think they will. How we might come to examine our own protective stories, opening the possibility of softening them so we can remember our inherent qualities, such as creativity and courage, especially in challenging moments, engage more authentically with life and cultivate deeper connections with others. Hosted, as always, by Lizzie Winn and Justin Wise of Thirdspace. Join Our Weekly Mailing: www.turningtowards.life/subscribe Support Us: www.buymeacoffee.com/turningtowardslife Turning Towards Life, a week-by-week conversation inviting us deeply into our lives, is a live 30 minute conversation hosted by Justin Wise and Lizzie Winn of Thirdspace. Find us on FaceBook to watch live and join in the lively conversation on this episode. You can find videos of every episode, and more about the project on the Turning Towards Life website, and you can also watch and listen on Instagram, YouTube, and as a podcast on Apple, Google, Amazon Music and Spotify. Here's our source for this week: Myths That Keep Us From Our Lives At the times when the world has shrunk to its smallest horizons, when I have felt most despairing, desperate, or alone, or when I have found myself working and pushing much too hard, it usually turns out that I have been living in thrall to one or more protective myths about life that rarely help as much as I imagine. Myth 1 – I'm not like other people I'm not really a person, but other people are. Others' lives are complete in ways that mine is not. Other people know where they're going, while I am lost. Other people made the right choices, while I stumbled. Other people aren't as confused as I am. Other people don't suffer as I do. Underpinning this myth is a great deal of negative self-judgement, which fuels a sense of deflation, self-diminishment or self-pity. But it can equally be worn as a mask of grandiosity, in which I puff myself up with certainty and arrogance. Sometimes I bounce between the two poles, from deflation to grandiosity and back again. This is the myth of specialness. It boosts our self esteem by giving us a reason for all the difficulty we're experiencing. And protects us from feeling the suffering of others by keeping us at a distance from everyone and everything. Myth 2 – Death has nothing to do with me Somehow I'm separate enough from the real world that death is not an issue for me in the way it is for others. It's frightening but far-off, a rumour, something that happens to other people. Consequently, I need pay it little real attention. I can ignore what my body tells me, and what my heart tells me. I'm protected from seeing that my time is finite and that I have to decide in which relationship to life I wish to stand. This is the myth of no consequence. It saves us from the burden of having to choose, or face the uncertainty of our choices in a world in which choices matter because our time is limited. Myth 3 – A saviour is coming If I'm good enough, popular enough, loved enough, successful enough, recognised enough, powerful enough, rich enough, famous enough, caring enough… then I'll be saved. Someone – one of the grown-ups in the world – will see me and, recognising my goodness, rescue me from my troubles And then I won't have to face them any more. This keeps me working really hard. Sometimes it has me try to save others in the very same way that I am desperate to be saved. This is the myth of dependency. By rendering us helpless it keeps us from taking on the full responsibility (and possibility) of our own adulthood. — I know these are not myths I carry alone. We cling onto these myths because, as well keeping us at a seemingly safe distance from our lives, we're afraid that if we face the true situation of our lives then our troubles will be magnified. But, as with any turning away from the truth, they come at an enormous cost. In particular they keep both our dependency and our hopelessness going. When we can learn to see them and begin through them, we give ourselves the opportunity for a much more direct, unmediated contact with our lives and with others. We might begin to discover deep sources of hope, courage and compassion which which we had been out of touch. And as we allow ourselves to step out of hiding and into relationship, we might discover that our capacity to help others – and to be helped by them in return – is greater than we could have imagined. Writing and Photo by Justin Wise
(You're listening to the 30-min version of Episode 5, Two by Two. Our full conversation can be accessed by premium subscribers on The Ken's iOS and android app. But if you're not a subscriber, you can now listen to our full episode, 30 days before anyone else, on Apple Podcasts with a monthly subscription!)The Swiggy of 2024 is a shadow of its former self. Boxed in by younger, nimbler and hungrier competitors from all sides, it has been defending itself for so long that it seems to have forgotten how to play offense. It wasn't always like this. Swiggy used to define innovation, product chops and “Bengaluru cool”. In many ways it pioneered food delivery in 2014 after pivoting from a courier service. Zomato, originally a restaurant discovery company, got into food delivery a year after Swiggy. It may have started as a late follower, but today Zomato's market share in the food delivery space is estimated at 56-57% by Goldman Sachs, with Swiggy in second place. Then there's quick commerce. In 2020 Swiggy was the first to launch a quick commerce grocery business, which we now know as Instamart. Zomato meanwhile bought Blinkit and rapidly integrated and scaled it across India. Once again, it would go on to beat Swiggy in market share. Blinkit is estimated to have a 46% market share, followed by Swiggy at number 2. Underpinning all of Swiggy's business were its apps and products, long considered the gold standard of user experience and design. They were slick, intuitive, fast, and fun. But Swiggy's apps today are a haphazard and constantly changing collection of sub-products, menu items, offers and distinct sections. How did it come to this?This week on Two by Two, hosts Rohin Dharmakumar and Praveen Gopal Krishnan discuss Swiggy with Arnav Gupta, the Director of Engineering at Jio Cinema, and Deepak Shenoy – the co-founder and CEO of Capitalmind*. Arnav, who used to lead product and engineering for Zomato's consumer apps, explains how product and teams work within a food delivery company. Deepak runs a company handling 2000 crores worth of investments and is a great expert on how the public markets work. He breaks down exactly what the market wants and needs from Swiggy, and what it needs to do to succeed once it goes public.Additional Reading:Swiggy is at the mercy of Zomato for its IPOSwiggy and Timidity 1,500 stories about India's complex relationships with Swiggy Instamart, Blinkit, Zepto, and Bigbasket* Both Rohin and Praveen are minor investors with Capitalmind.---P.S. We're hiring! Our podcast team is looking for an audio journalist and a podcast producer. Apply here.---This episode of Two by Two was produced by Anushka Mukherjee. Hari Krishna is our lead writer and researcher and our resident sound engineer Rajiv C N is our audio producer.What did you think of the episode? Write to us at twobytwo@the-ken.com with your opinions and suggestions.
Marie Quigley approaches coaching in much the same way as she does her passion for global travel: with curiosity, openness and an unquenchable desire to explore.As a Master Certified Coach who has trained with the likes of Brené Brown, Marie can draw upon a wealth of experience and expertise. In this episode of The Coach's Journey Podcast she describes the mindsets and skills that have helped her achieve success as a coach, as a co-founder of coach-training business Empower World, and as co-host of her company's podcast.Underpinning all of her achievements are the values and wisdom she gained through life-changing moments while travelling the world, and she shares some of the stories that instilled in her a commitment to live in fulfillment – and help her clients do the same.Marie believes that we have something to learn from everyone, and she reflects on the profound learning opportunities that arise when our coaching clients trust us enough to allow us into their inner worlds.In this episode, Marie and host Alex Swallow also talk about:How to distinguish between what our clients want and what we want for them The changing mirrors we present to others as we learn, develop and growContracting with clients and how to agree upon ways of working that lead to strong coaching relationshipsDaring Leadership and Marie's experience of training with Brené BrownThe different approaches required to develop as a coach and to grow your businessMarie also shares remarkable techniques she uses in coaching sessions that build attunement through bodily communications and deep listening.
Speakers: Natasha Kaneva, Head of Global Commodities Research Tracey Allen, Head of Agricultural Commodities Research Gregory Shearer, Head of Base and Precious Metal Research We believe the recent pullback in commodities is just that—a pullback—and we continue to see a 10% appreciation in the broader BCOM Commodities index by year-end. Underpinning our constructive BCOM and sectorial recommendations is the expectation that in addition to supportive fundamentals over the next two and a half months commodities would be likely exposed to a confluence of forces, among them weather-related volatility and pests, but also European Parliamentary elections, China's Third Plenum and the onset of the Fed's rate cutting cycle. This podcast was recorded on 21 June2024. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-4717019-0 for more information; please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. © 2024 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. This material or any portion hereof may not be reprinted, sold or redistributed without the written consent of J.P. Morgan. It is strictly prohibited to use or share without prior written consent from J.P. Morgan any research material received from J.P. Morgan or an authorized third-party (“J.P. Morgan Data”) in any third-party artificial intelligence (“AI”) systems or models when such J.P. Morgan Data is accessible by a third-party. It is permissible to use J.P. Morgan Data for internal business purposes only in an AI system or model that protects the confidentiality of J.P. Morgan Data so as to prevent any and all access to or use of such J.P. Morgan Data by any third-party.
(Conversation recorded on May 7th, 2024) Show Summary: In contrast to ‘The Great Simplification', some might call the events of the last few hundred years a ‘Great Complexification' in terms of relationships, governance, supply chains, and many other human activities. Today's conversation with economics journalist Ed Conway focuses on the six essential resources that underpin our modern economies – sand, salt, iron, copper, oil, and lithium - and dives into the (often unseen) environmental and human costs of extracting them, as well as the surprisingly fragile global supply chains they fuel. In order to understand what possibilities – and dangers – may await us in the future, we need to understand the realities and constraints of the present, as well as the fail points of the past. What does it take to mine, refine, and transform the materials that are foundational to the world around us - which many of us now take for granted? How can we ensure the stability of global supply chains, and could we predict potential disruptions and chokepoints before they arise? If we understood the intricate web of complexity, energy, and resources that go into everything we consume, would it change our expectations for how much we need in order to live a good and fulfilling life? About Ed Conway: Ed Conway is a writer and broadcaster. He is the Economics and Data Editor of Sky News and has written for many newspapers and publications, including the New York Times, the Times of London and the New Statesman. His latest book, Material World, was an Economist and Sunday Times Book of the Year and was shortlisted for the 2023 FT Business Book of the Year Award. He has also written two other critically acclaimed and bestselling books and has won numerous awards for his journalism. He was educated at Oxford and Harvard. He lives in London. For Show Notes and More visit: https://www.thegreatsimplification.com/episode/127-ed-conway To watch this video episode on Youtube → https://youtu.be/4C2-tWcFKfQ
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Questions From Hillcrest Academy Students: 1(2:00) "What's the role of Women in the church?" 2(9:12) What should Christians do with their wealth? In this thought-provoking episode, Pastors Alex and Don engage in a comprehensive discussion on the role of women in the church and the perception of wealth from a Christian viewpoint. As they navigate the paths of spirituality and understanding wealth, our hosts illuminate the unique roles of men and women in spiritual leadership, highlighting their evolution over time. The conversation extends beyond tangible properties to encapsulate the essence of wealth - encompassing time, talents, and other resources gifted to us. Underpinning this discourse is the Biblical understanding from Romans chapter 12, emphasizing how God adequately equips each individual with unique abilities and resources, such as wealth, meant to be used selflessly for others. Watch this Episode on YouTube or RUMBLE! Find all our content on our website: HERE Do you have questions for Pastor Don? send them to mailto:tmadask@gmail.com. And Please Join us at West Chester Community Church on Sunday! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tmadshow Thursday Mornings With Alex and Don #TMAD, #Bible, #Christianity, #TMADask, #jesus, #christian, #faith, #god, #bibleverse, #apologetics
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In their most recent earnings call held on April 19, 2024, American Express launched their earnings report and set the course to discuss growth and strategic responses to shifting consumer habits. The company emphasized the significance of customer acquisition and engagement, epitomized by CEO Stephen Squeri's remarks. He articulated the company's focus not merely on gaining new cardholders but on galvanizing these cardholders to multi-sector spending in a concerted drive to entrench long-term customer loyalty.American Express's recent financial performance, as exhibited in the earnings call, demonstrated growth, reflecting the success of its strategic maneuvering. The company's reported revenues and earnings per share unequivocally lend credence to the overall positive trajectory of the business.Navigating towards high-spending and creditworthy customers remains at the core of American Express's strategies. The past quarter yielded 3.4 million new cards - a testament to the fruits of such an approach. They show a marked inclination towards fee-based products aligning with consumer trends, driving growth.The earnings call revealed a surge in demand among consumers, particularly millennials and Gen Z, for enhanced benefits and rewarding fee-based products. Data indicates consistent card usage by this demographic, notably in dining out, which signals a consumer behavior shift.American Express presented plans to enhance marketing strategies, diversify product portfolios, push for global expansion, and fortify technological capabilities. These initiatives, as shared in the earnings call, aim to stimulate growth, optimize efficiency, and amplify service delivery. A more detailed presentation of the strategies is slated for the 2024 Investor Day. The company intends to expand its premium consumer base, rejuvenate the small business sector, increase merchant interactions, and leverage technology for better outcomes.American Express's trajectory presents a fine balance of consistent financial growth, responsiveness to consumer trends, and the strategic shaping of growth and efficiency enhancing endeavors. Underpinning their strategic framework is the focus on fee-based products, dovetailed with innovative marketing and emphasis on technological advancements. This lays down the roadmap for meeting the dynamic needs of current consumers, and maintaining a competitive edge in the market, based on the information provided in the earnings call. However, the future outlook is predicated on the effective implementation of these plans and further market dynamics. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theprompt.email
In this episode, we speak to Major David Love, Royal Military Police (RMP), in his role as SO2 Army Leadership at the Centre for Army Leadership (CAL). We discuss how the CAL are developing the concepts and theory of leadership into tools that the Army can use. He focusses on the importance of understanding your people, and how by taking a human-centred approach to leadership enhances unit and team cohesion, as well as drawing upon the strengths of each individual to achieve greater operational outputs. We also discuss the role of unit identity and the importance of creating the feelings of belonging to forge a cohesive team. Underpinning all of this was understanding the role that empathy plays, firstly by reflecting on examples of where he had been led poorly and being able to evaluate that to shape how he would lead when he was given that responsibility.
In this episode, we speak to Major David Love, Royal Military Police (RMP), in his role as SO2 Army Leadership at the Centre for Army Leadership (CAL). We discuss how the CAL are developing the concepts and theory of leadership into tools that the Army can use. He focusses on the importance of understanding your people, and how by taking a human-centred approach to leadership enhances unit and team cohesion, as well as drawing upon the strengths of each individual to achieve greater operational outputs. We also discuss the role of unit identity and the importance of creating the feelings of belonging to forge a cohesive team. Underpinning all of this was understanding the role that empathy plays, firstly by reflecting on examples of where he had been led poorly and being able to evaluate that to shape how he would lead when he was given that responsibility.
In this episode we talk with Tasha Singh a design student from Drexel University. Tasha's design philosophy centers around fostering social connection and a sense of community through the built environment. Her experiences moving from the close-knit neighborhoods of India tot he more individualistic society of Philadelphia have profoundly shaped her approach. Tasha aims to blur the lines between public and private spaces, creating a "porosity" that encourages casual interactions and chance encounters.Underpinning her work is a deep belief that design should serve those who are often overlooked or forgotten. Tasha advocates for designing with empathy and considering how even the most marginalized might engage with and benefit from the spaces we create.Tasha even touches on a crucial point: the need for designers to slow down, be present, and truly experience how environments impact people's sense of belonging and wellbeing. Tasha's mission is to contribute designs that knit together communities while elevating the voices of the unseen. Follow Doug on LinkedIn.Click here to get your copy of Doug's children's book—Design Your World.Follow Imagine a Place on LinkedIn.
How can Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) transcend traditional boundaries to become enablers of business success and innovation? Join me on Tech Talks Daily as I sit down with Jim Doggett, CISO of Semperis and a veteran in the field of cybersecurity, to delve into this pressing question. With over three decades of experience in leading cybersecurity and risk programs across global organizations, Jim brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective on the evolving role of CISOs in today's business environment. In our conversation, we will explore the transformation of the CISO role from a technical doer to a visionary leader who not only protects the digital assets of a company but also drives business growth by leveraging digital infrastructure. Jim will share his insights on the importance of balancing security measures with business enablement, emphasizing the concept of "rarely saying no" but rather offering alternative solutions that align with the company's objectives. We'll also discuss the critical role of resiliency in the face of threats like ransomware, the significance of maintaining a focus on security basics amidst the allure of new technologies, and the growing importance of identity and behavioral analysis as the digital perimeter continues to dissolve. Furthermore, Jim will offer practical advice on gaining leadership buy-in by framing security in terms of business risk and impact, thereby fostering a culture of security that supports business continuity and profitability. Underpinning our discussion will be Jim's perspective on leadership versus management, the necessity for CISOs to redefine what's believed to be possible, and the strategic approach to deploying digital infrastructure in a way that not only secures the business but also drives revenue and sustainable growth. How can CISOs navigate the complex interplay between security, innovation, and business strategy to redefine their role and contribute to the overall success of their organizations? Tune in to this enlightening episode of Tech Talks Daily, and let's unravel the future of cybersecurity leadership together. Share your thoughts with us on social media or drop us an email—what do you believe is the key to transforming the role of the CISO in today's business world?
In this episode, Jabu sits down with Managing Director of LaLiga Africa, Tresor Penku, for a wide-ranging interview in which Tresor discusses LaLiga Africa's marketing and fan engagement approach, how LaLiga Africa and LaLiga clubs effectively collaborate to support expansion in Africa, what mainly attracts LaLiga clubs to the African continent and the impact of LaLiga Africa's women's football initiatives in Africa. ------------------- ⭐ The best way to support the podcast is to subscribe, share and leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Hey Team!I've got an exciting interview today that I've been hoping to do for a while now.Dr. Roberto Olivardia is a clinical psychologist and a lecturer in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. He specializes in the treatment of ADHD and within the field of ADHD, he further specializes in comorbid disorders, such as OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and body dysmorphic disorder.However, in true ADHD, fashion during our pre-interview chat we decided to switch the direction of the podcast to instead deal with sleep. In our conversation we talk about Dr. Olivardia's own issues with sleep and how sleep is just one of those issues that seems to plague everyone with ADHD. We get into some of what underpins ADHD sleep issues and some of the things that we can do to try and get ourselves a good night's sleep.I had a blast recording this and I hope you enjoy just as much as I did.Sign up for my Newsletter Any And All DistractionsFeel free to ask me a question on my Contact PageFind the full show note at HackingYourADHD.com/175This Episode's Top Tips Establish a pre-sleep routine that signals to your brain that it's time for bed. This might include changing into comfortable sleepwear, dimming the lights, and engaging in a relaxing activity like reading or listening to music. Or, as was the case for Dr. Olivardia, going and getting a workout in. Remember that sometimes to calm your ADHD brain down, you need a bit more stimulation.Underpinning that last point again, not everything that is typically recommended for getting a good night's sleep always works for our ADHD. It's important to experiment with different techniques to see what works and doesn't work for you.If sleep problems persist despite your best efforts it's always good to consider consulting with a sleep specialist. We often don't know what we don't know when it comes to sleep and a specialist can help identify any underlying issues and recommend additional treatments.
Interview with Dan Wilton, CEO of First Mining Gold Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/first-mining-gold-tsxff-investment-case-for-top-10-gold-developer-4797Recording date: 15th March 2024First Mining Gold (TSX:FF) offers investors a compelling opportunity to gain exposure to two of the largest undeveloped gold projects in Canada. The company's flagship Springpole project in Ontario hosts 4.6 million ounces of gold reserves and is approaching the final stages of a lengthy permitting process. Meanwhile, the Duparquet project in Quebec provides additional optionality and exploration upside with a 5.3 million ounce resource.First Mining believes the company's projects are scarce, strategic assets that will be increasingly sought after by major gold producers looking to replenish depleted reserves. With several key de-risking milestones on the horizon, Wilton sees potential for a significant re-rating of the company's shares as the underlying asset value is recognized.At Springpole, First Mining is nearing the end of a comprehensive environmental assessment (EA) process that has been underway since 2018. The company plans to submit its final EA report this summer, incorporating feedback from regulators and local indigenous communities. Approval of the EA, which First Mining anticipates by the end of 2025, would mark a major de-risking event for the project.Concurrent with the EA process, First Mining is working to advance a definitive feasibility study on Springpole. The company has already completed over 200,000 meters of drilling on the deposit and believes it is well-positioned to deliver a robust study that will highlight the project's economic potential.At Duparquet, First Mining sees potential for resource growth and a streamlined development path. The project benefits from its location in the Abitibi greenstone belt, a prolific mining district with established infrastructure and several operating mills. First Mining is currently drilling to expand the resource and is evaluating the potential for a smaller-scale, lower capex operation that could leverage existing processing capacity in the region.Underpinning the investment thesis is a view that advanced-stage gold projects in attractive mining jurisdictions are becoming increasingly scarce. Wilton points to the unprecedented build-out of projects in Canada in recent years and the lack of new discoveries to replace them. As major producers face declining reserves and grades, he believes they will increasingly look to acquire or partner on high-quality development assets like Springpole and Duparquet.For investors, First Mining offers a leveraged bet on two strategically located, multi-million ounce gold projects in a tier-one jurisdiction. With a market capitalization of just over $200 million, the company appears to be trading at a significant discount to the underlying value of its assets. As First Mining delivers on key de-risking catalysts in the coming months and years, there is potential for a re-rating of its shares and eventual M&A interest from larger gold producers.View First Mining Gold's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/first-mining-goldSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
Interview with Tara Christie, President & CEO of Banyan Gold Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/banyan-gold-tsxvbyn-advancing-62moz-yukon-gold-project-to-production-4752Recording date: 6th March 2024Banyan Gold Corp. (TSXV:BYN) presents a compelling opportunity for investors seeking exposure to a substantially de-risked gold development story in a top mining jurisdiction. The company's flagship asset is the 100%-owned AurMac Gold Project located in the prolific Yukon Territory of Canada. With a recently updated resource totaling 7 million ounces of gold beginning right at surface, AurMac boasts exceptional scale for an advanced-stage project.Importantly, AurMac benefits from significant existing infrastructure including roads, power lines, and proximity to two operating mines - Keno Hill's silver operation and Victoria Gold's Eagle gold mine. This advantageous location has the potential to materially reduce initial capital costs in development.Preliminary metallurgical test work has delivered encouraging results at AurMac. Heap leach recoveries ranged from 60% to 72%, while tank-based leaching returned 84% recoveries. Notably, gravity recoverable gold content was very high at 53%, suggesting the potential for low processing costs. Banyan will look to further optimize these results and evaluate the economic trade-offs of various processing options as it advance the asset.From a financial perspective, Banyan is well-funded to continue advancing AurMac in a prudent, disciplined manner. The company has approximately $7 million in working capital which will support ongoing environmental baseline work, metallurgical testing, and a potential 6,000-meter drill campaign. Banyan has the operational flexibility to ramp up activities as warranted by market conditions, with ample existing infrastructure already in place.Underpinning the AurMac story is a highly favorable macro environment for gold. Persistent inflation concerns, recessionary fears, and broader economic uncertainty have driven a flight to safe haven assets, propelling gold to record highs in 2023. This backdrop has the potential to expand margins for gold producers and drive investment capital into the space, particularly among generalist investors making their first forays into the mining sector. AurMac's impressive scale, robust grades and substantial exploration upside position Banyan to disproportionately benefit from this rising tide.With a multi-million-ounce resource, strong infrastructure, and a clear path to value creation, Banyan Gold offers a compelling risk/reward proposition at current valuations. Leadership is acutely focused on delivering key de-risking milestones while maintaining a healthy treasury to navigate any market environment. View Banyan Gold's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/banyan-gold-incSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
In this episode, we dive into the remarkable experiences and groundbreaking announcements from LEAP 2024 held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With an overwhelming turnout of over 215,000 attendees and a staggering $13.4 billion in investments, the event showcased Saudi Arabia's ambitious drive to become a global digital leader. Underpinning this transformation is the Vision 2030 initiative, aimed at diversifying the economy beyond oil through significant investments in technology sectors, including AI, which is expected to contribute 15% to the GDP. Highlights include the government's substantial support in attracting tech giants like AWS, Cisco, Dell, IBM, and ServiceNow, who announced major projects like regional cloud services, data centers, and local manufacturing. The event also spotlighted local innovation, with significant investments in Saudi startups and the development of advanced technologies like Aramco's METABRAIN LLM. LEAP 2024 not only reflects Saudi Arabia's technological ambitions but also poses questions about the impact of such government-led initiatives in reshaping the global tech landscape.
Interview with John Cash, CEO of Ur-Energy Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/ur-energy-incamexurg-securing-high-value-contracts-and-uranium-production-ramp-up-3863Recording date: 4th March 2024UR-Energy (AMEX:URG), a Wyoming-focused in-situ recovery (ISR) uranium producer, presents a compelling opportunity for investors looking to capitalize on the improving uranium market fundamentals. The company has been producing from its flagship Lost Creek mine since 2013, demonstrating its technical capabilities and low-cost structure. With Lost Creek production ramping up and the fully permitted Shirley Basin project waiting in the wings, Ur-Energy offers visible production growth potential in a rising uranium price environment.A key differentiator for Ur-Energy is its status as a proven producer. Lost Creek has operated continuously for over a decade, showcasing the company's ISR expertise. The mine is licensed for 1.2 million pounds per year, while the processing plant is permitted for 2.2 million pounds per year. This excess capacity provides important flexibility, allowing Ur-Energy to process uranium from its other projects or even toll process material for other producers in the area.Beyond Lost Creek, Ur-Energy is advancing Shirley Basin as its next production source. Shirley Basin is fully permitted and ready for construction, with the company waiting to layer in additional sales contracts before proceeding with development. This disciplined approach ensures Ur-Energy will have a clear economic case for the project before committing the capital.Underpinning the Ur-Energy story is a uranium market in the early innings of a bull cycle. Demand is rising, driven by new reactor buildouts, while supply remains constrained. This has created a growing gap between supply and demand that should support higher uranium prices in the years ahead. Ur-Energy is well-positioned to benefit from rising prices through a combination of uncontracted production and long-term contracts.Ur-Energy offers investors a compelling mix of low-cost production, visible growth potential, and exposure to an improving uranium market. With a proven management team, strong project pipeline, and disciplined focus on economics, the company is well-positioned to create value for shareholders in the coming years. As the uranium bull market continues to unfold, Ur-Energy should be on the radar of investors looking for exposure to this growing opportunity.View Ur-Energy's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/ur-energy-incSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
Servecentric, the Irish data centre colocation, cloud and connectivity services provider, has announced an extension of its lease deal with colocation data centre provider Digital Realty to the value of €10 million. The six-year deal will enable Servecentric to enhance its service portfolio and increase capacity for both existing and new customers, generating additional revenue streams across local and global markets. By targeting a wider audience of SMEs and enterprises, Servecentric will be equipped to strengthen its presence in Ireland and further expand its position in international markets including Europe, the US and India. This growth will mainly consist of projects spanning areas such as cloud repatriation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), security and managed service hosting. Underpinning these projects will be Servecentric's relationships with 18 telecom carrier partners, which will aid the expansion of its colocation business and help to deliver greater connectivity, security and reliability for organisations. The extended partnership with Digital Realty will enable Servecentric's customers to scale by facilitating more colocation and cloud projects and delivering more connectivity options for building hybrid multi-cloud networks. Customers will also have access to a suite of hyperscale on-ramp solutions including local high-capacity AWS Direct Connect port connectivity services. Following significant investment in improvements, the Digital Realty facility now delivers enhanced physical security, improved resilience and increased operational efficiency. Furthermore, customers will benefit from decreased downtime through onsite technical support services from Servecentric - 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This deal extension follows a period of growth for Servecentric, with the company announcing in August 2023 that it had generated revenues of €6.6 million from international markets over the last two years. Brian Roe, Servecentric CEO, said: "The demand for cloud, colocation and connectivity services is on the rise - and that's not going to stop any time soon. This deal means that we can continue delivering the best customer experience and most responsive technical support, while enhancing our offering and enabling us to take on new business. "It shows our commitment to the market and provides an incredible launchpad from which to drive further growth throughout 2024 and beyond. Working with leaders like Digital Realty helps us to uphold world-class standards and identify more opportunities not only in Ireland but also across international markets." Tanya Lay, Director, Asset Management, Digital Realty, added: "We're delighted to renew our long-standing partnership with Servecentric in our DUB10 facility. Ireland's digital economy continues to grow, resulting in a greater demand for Servecentric's services. This renewal reflects on both its and Digital Realty's commitment to supporting the IT requirements of local and global enterprises." See more stories here.
Today's show is the final segment in our mini-series on business planning. Earlier this week we talked about the company mission, the ten year and three year plan, the one year plan and the quarterly plan. We then talked about how we then translate the quarterly plan into weekly execution of our goals and objectives. If this sounds like a lot of work, it really is. Underpinning all of this is attracting the right people into the right roles in the organization. When a company is small, and even in situations in large companies, we often see people performing tasks that are not leveraging their inherent strengths. In some cases, people are playing way out of position and performing tasks that they really are not well suited to. It's always possible for people to grow within a role. But at best you will turn a weakness into a competency. To make sure we match people's strengths and engaging their energy and motivation, we really need to look at what people are doing in their roles and adjust the resource allocation of work. This exercise identifies the gaps in the organization and plans our next hires. We use a four quadrant classification called elevate and delegate. ----------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com
On today's show we are covering the fourth segment in our mini-series on business planning. On Monday's show we talked about the company mission. We then spoke about the ten year and the three year plan. On yesterday's show we spoke about the one year plan. Today we're talking about the plan for the coming quarter. This is where the rubber meets the road between the plan and the execution. Underpinning our process is the business planning process from several business books. The Book Traction by Gino Wickman. We use the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), which is a set of practical tools and concepts outlined in Wickman's book to help businesses achieve their vision and goals. The second book is the Four Disciplines of Execution, written by Steven Covey's son Sean Covey.
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2433: Daniel Freedman's insightful strategies focus on smart adjustments to enhance training effectiveness and prevent injuries. He emphasizes the importance of modifying techniques, such as slowing down tempos, incorporating pauses, and adjusting ranges of motion, to ensure muscle growth and longevity in weightlifting. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bachperformance.com/six-foolproof-ways-to-avoid-weightlifting-injuries/ Quotes to ponder: "The sobering truth is your training must adapt the older you get and the more time you spend under the bar." "Underpinning your success is your ability to stay consistent, which is only possible if you're healthy." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2433: Daniel Freedman's insightful strategies focus on smart adjustments to enhance training effectiveness and prevent injuries. He emphasizes the importance of modifying techniques, such as slowing down tempos, incorporating pauses, and adjusting ranges of motion, to ensure muscle growth and longevity in weightlifting. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bachperformance.com/six-foolproof-ways-to-avoid-weightlifting-injuries/ Quotes to ponder: "The sobering truth is your training must adapt the older you get and the more time you spend under the bar." "Underpinning your success is your ability to stay consistent, which is only possible if you're healthy." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As markets reopen following the Thanksgiving holiday, investors are feeling thankful that interest rates are no longer rising. Stocks, bonds, and precious metals have all gained ground in recent days as long-term rates have come down. Meanwhile, expectations for the Federal Reserve to cut its benchmark short-term rate in 2024 have risen. Do you own precious metals you would rather not sell, but need access to cash? Get Started Here: https://www.moneymetals.com/gold-loan
This week we dip back into the postbag to look at some more listener questions. First up we return to our episode looking at recent shifts in abortion rates – is the narrative of ‘it's my body and I'll do what I want' what is truly driving increases in abortion figures in recent years, or is that a bit of a myth? We also take a closer look into recent reports that expose how cutting-edge artificial intelligence models are being trained by incredibly underpaid and exploited workers in the developing world. How should we as Christians respond to what is being claimed as the exploitation of workers around the globe in the name of technological advancement that seeks to benefit humanity? Should governments moderate this kind of employment or is there an argument that digital technology is actually positively transforming economic outlook in the third world? Finally we wrap up today's episode considering if the UK government's recent AI Safety Summit is meaningless ‘motherhood and apple pie' platitudes and, if so, how can we actually push for meaningful regulation? - The WIRED article on the underpaid workers from poorer nations helping train AI data sets https://www.wired.com/story/millions-of-workers-are-training-ai-models-for-pennies/ - The UK government's Bletchley Declaration on AI safety https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ai-safety-summit-2023-the-bletchley-declaration/the-bletchley-declaration-by-countries-attending-the-ai-safety-summit-1-2-november-2023 - Subscribe to the Matters of Life and Death podcast: https://pod.link/1509923173 - If you want to go deeper into some of the topics we discuss, visit John's website: http://www.johnwyatt.com - For more resources to help you explore faith and the big questions, visit: http://www.premierunbelievable.com
It's a challenge to make the best decisions in a world that is unpredictable and full of contradictions. Help is now available in the form of advice from quantum physicist Jim Al-Khalili, who shares 8 lessons from the heart of science that he says can help people get the most out of life. As he writes in The Joy of Science, Al-Khalili invites people to engage with the world as scientists have been trained to do. The scientific method has served mankind well in its quest to see things as they really are. Underpinning the scientific method are core principles that can be deployed outside of the laboratory too, in our own lives. Knowing the nature of truth and uncertainty, the role of doubt, the pros and cons of simplification, the value of guarding against bias, the importance of evidence-based thinking and more—Al-Khalili says these are all deeply relevant to everyday lives. Jim Al-Khalili is distinguished professor of theoretical physics at the University of Surrey and is one of Britain's best-known science communicators. His other books include The World According to Physics, Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed, and Life on the Edge: The Coming of Age of Quantum Biology. MLF ORGANIZER: Gerald Harris A Technology & Society Member-led Forum program. Forums at the Club are organized and run by volunteer programmers who are members of The Commonwealth Club, and they cover a diverse range of topics. Learn more about our Forums. In Association with Wonderfest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Training Course BSOC: https://swiftsilentdeadly.com/upcoming-training-blackside... Buy Rich's Book, "On Violence and Varietals" (Use Discount Code: "AWS") https://www.therichbrown.com Listen to the American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html Today we will sit down with Todd Fox. Todd is a former Marine, Law Enforcement Officer, BJJ black belt, Executive Protection Specialist and Author. After leaving the Marines, he began his career in EP (Executive Protection). Todd has operated around the world providing security and protection to some of the most recognizable names in the music and movie industry including Guy Ritchie, Madonna, Motley Crue, and Tool among many, many others. We will have a little coffee, as we discuss his experience in the Marines, law enforcement, EP work, and BJJ. We will also discuss how you can protect yourself and your loved ones, as well as where our society and nation are headed. Do not miss this live stream! Todd Fox: http://tourprotection.com/home.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/
Can we truly bring the transformative power of a pilgrimage into our everyday lives? Our guest today, John Brierley, the celebrated Camino Guidebook author, believes it's not only possible but also essential. John candidly shares his experiences on the Camino, highlighting the shift from fear to love it can bring about and the importance of taking time post-journey for reflection and integration. Moving on from personal stories, John presents an engaging proposition of how we can bring the Camino home. He talks about infusing our regular lives with the sense of love, kindness, purpose, and direction discovered during the pilgrimage. John implores us to tap into resources and communities that can facilitate our transformation, like the Camino organizations in our home countries and podcasts like the Camino Cafe. Underpinning his entire conversation is a powerful sentiment that our life is a Camino, a pilgrimage we're constantly on. Tune in and be inspired to carry your own Camino in your everyday life.For more info about John and Camino Guides:https://caminoguides.com/pages/your-guideWatch the video versions of this interview and more:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQw
People lie at the heart of any C2 complex – both those in command and their HQ staff, as well as those at the gritty end of an orders process. Beyond the dry doctrinal definitions of command and control sit the facets of mental capacity, resilience, adaptability, leadership, standards, behaviours, and trust. This isn't a one-size-fits-all approach either because the shock of combat and the context (and battlefield geometry of the fight) differ between battles, let alone campaigns or wars. One combat experience might feel similar to previous experiences, another utterly alien. Peter talks to Major General Zac Stenning, Commandant Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and Director of Army Leadership, about what these mean, about mission command, the future of C2, the joint and combined fight, and the need for a dynamic C2 structure, as well as the role of industry. Underpinning all of this is a desire - perhaps even a need - to seek and exploit human creativity and initiative in combat. Heady stuff.
#130: Confidence expert Dr. Aziz Gazipura joins Chris to talk about ways to cultivate, nurture, and grow your confidence. Dr. Aziz shares tips on dealing with your inner critic, practicing rejection and instilling confidence in your children. They also explore the concepts of social freedom, personal bill of rights, and maximizer vs. satisficer decision-making and more. Dr. Aziz Gazipura (@drazizconfidencecoach) is one of the world's leading confidence experts who has combined academic training in clinical psychology with real-world experiences to help people break free from the grip of social anxiety and unlock their true potential. He is also an author, podcast host, and founder of The Center For Social Confidence. Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/confidence Partner Deals Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Long Angle: Join a free private community for high net worth investors Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Aziz Gazipura: Website | Podcast | YouTube Azis's Free Mini Course Aziz's Books: Not Nice: Stop People Pleasing, Staying Silent, & Feeling Guilty... And Start Speaking Up, Saying No, Asking Boldly, And Unapologetically Being Yourself On My Own Side: Transform Self-Criticism and Doubt Into Permanent Self-Worth and Confidence Full Show Notes (02:25) The Definition of Confidence (05:58) What Most People Are Getting Wrong about Confidence (06:49) How We Can Cultivate, Nurture & Grow Confidence (11:54) Identifying Your Inner Critic (12:57) Tactics to Deal with Your Inner Critic (16:21) How People Can Calibrate Their Own Level of Confidence (18:28) Habits to Build and Sustain Confidence (21:26) How to Become a Powerful Force of Leadership at Work Meetings (24:14) Planning: Preparing for the Worst vs. Feeling the Worst Will Happen (29:28) The Underpinning of Confidence (30:49) The Benefits of the Cold Plunge Hack (32:30) Rejection Practice to Feel Liberated (35:21) Social Freedom & How It Can Benefit Your Life (37:09) How to Utilize Social Freedom & Confidence to Improve Your Life (42:07) Why You Should Be Bold Enough to Ask for What You Want (43:52) Using Confidence for Decision Making: Maximizer vs. Satisficer (47:33) The Bold Action for the Maximizing Habit (50:45) Social Obligations & Being Not Nice (55:02) Personal Bill of Rights (56:43) Benefits of Having a Bill of Rights (1:00:50) How to Instill Confidence in Children Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor's Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
Todd Fox joined The Protectors® to talk about his new book, UNDERPINNING. This is a MUST have for any defensive tactics instructors that teach LEOs, this is important for LEOs as well. There is a ton to unpack in the pages of Underpinning, a ton of NEEDED information. Listen in as we talk the book and a ton more. About Todd: Todd Fox is the founder and owner of the Close Protection Group. He is a former U.S. Marine and was assigned duties that spanned the Corps' broad gamut, ranged from washing dishes to operating with JTF-6. His access to “B” billets offered insight into unique realms outside the military. Mr. Fox is also a former law enforcement officer. He was responsible for the creation, development and training of a regional law enforcement Special Response Team. His team participated in the protection of humans and assets during several pivotal national events. He is a graduate of multiple advanced programs at the Counterterrorism Division of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Mr. Fox has been a lifelong martial artist. He holds three black belts in uniquely different arts. While in the Marine Corps, he fought in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and retired with a professional record of ten wins and two losses. Mr. Fox is a black belt U.S. National Champion, U.S. Open Champion and Pan American Medalist in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He continues to actively train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai. Mr. Fox has authored three books on protective service operations and numerous articles as a protective security subject matter expert (SME).Support the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
By 1981, Pakistani-born immigrant Tariq Mehmood had endured years of violent racism in Britain. When he heard that gangs of white skinheads – with a history of attacking Asians – were coming to his home in Bradford, Tariq and his neighbours took desperate measures to defend their community. Underpinning their actions was the principle, “self-defence is no offence.” Tariq would end up being arrested, charged with conspiracy to make explosives, and facing life imprisonment. What followed was the landmark legal case of the Bradford 12. Hand on the Sun, the novel that Tariq wrote in prison over 40 years ago, has been re-released with a new update. Presenter: Mobeen Azhar Producers: Maryam Maruf and Lina Chang Editor: Munazza Khan
Nicholas Christakis is the Sterling Professor of Social and Natural Science at Yale University, where he is also Director of the Human Nature Lab and Co-Director of the Yale Institute for Network Science. Nicholas is both a sociologist and a physician; after completing his undergraduate at Yale in biology, he received an M.D. and M.P.H. from Harvard and then a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of Pennsylvania. Nicholas has written numerous books, including Apollo's Arrow: The Profound and Enduring Impact of Coronavirus on the Way We Live (Little, Brown Spark, 2020) and Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society (Little, Brown Spark, 2019), and this latter book is the subject of this episode. Robinson and Nicholas first discuss the way that genetics manifest themselves in behavior before turning to the way that specific behaviors and tendencies have evolved in humans to promote the flourishing of societies. They then talk about some particular such behaviors and tendencies, like in-group bias and hierarchy, before turning to some implications of the view for how societies ought or ought not to be structured. Nicholas's Website: https://www.humannaturelab.net Nicholas's Twitter: https://twitter.com/NAChristakis Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society: https://a.co/d/4BeJyS0 OUTLINE 00:00 In This Episode… 01:16 Introduction 04:28 The Motivation Behind Blueprint 23:02 The Genetic Basis of Human Societies 28:27 What Is Network Topology? 38:28 Trade-Complementarity 42:07 The Cultural Universality of Love 48:12 The Eight Cultural Universals 01:02:06 Is Hierarchy Natural? 01:07:13 Human In-Group Bias 01:12:23 Is There a Relationship Between Genes and Social Status? Robinson's Website: http://robinsonerhardt.com Robinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University. Join him in conversations with philosophers, scientists, weightlifters, artists, and everyone in-between. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robinson-erhardt/support
1000 - 1453 - The modern countries of Europe were beginning to evolve and mature as they jostled for lands and superiority over one another. Underpinning the status of the new nations was the influence of religion with the Papacy attempting to rule supreme over the kingdoms of Europe and attempting to create a Roman Catholic bubble that may persecute other religious movements at will.
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