Kevin Korte
@kevinkorte.bsky.social
IT Innovation & Growth Strategist / Board Member / Speaker
About me: https://www.korte.co
About me: https://www.korte.co
I got a fundraising email from a Democrat-aligned SuperPac. The last line of the email: "You used your last ChatGPT credit. Add your credit card to continue using our API." Talk about building a connection.
#fundraising #AI
#fundraising #AI
November 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
I got a fundraising email from a Democrat-aligned SuperPac. The last line of the email: "You used your last ChatGPT credit. Add your credit card to continue using our API." Talk about building a connection.
#fundraising #AI
#fundraising #AI
Not everything that appears to be open-source software or runs on Linux is actually open-source. Know the difference and find alternatives.
#opensource
#opensource
13 Popular Software That Feel Like Open Source But They Are Not
From VS Code to Docker Desktop, here’s a list of software often mistaken as open source by Linux users, with open alternatives for each.
itsfoss.com
November 29, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Not everything that appears to be open-source software or runs on Linux is actually open-source. Know the difference and find alternatives.
#opensource
#opensource
Unfortunately, algorithmic accountability won't fix our misinformation problem. Humans love sensational content. Thus, as long as we don't improve education or change human nature any fair and accountability algorithm will promote conspiracies.
#algorithms #misinformation
#algorithms #misinformation
Fixing the feed: how algorithmic accountability can combat misinformation, digital inequality in Nigeria | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19
Fixing the feed: how algorithmic accountability can combat misinformation, digital inequality in Nigeria
www.icirnigeria.org
November 28, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Unfortunately, algorithmic accountability won't fix our misinformation problem. Humans love sensational content. Thus, as long as we don't improve education or change human nature any fair and accountability algorithm will promote conspiracies.
#algorithms #misinformation
#algorithms #misinformation
The wonderful world of hypocrisy, where people shop on Amazon after complaining the whole Thanksgiving about US politics and AI. Who do you think gives Amazon all the money to digitally imprison us.
#AI #blackfriday #lobbying #politics
#AI #blackfriday #lobbying #politics
No to techno-authoritarianism
Black Friday reminds us who pays the price for Amazon’s booming profits and the political deals driving them
www.ips-journal.eu
November 28, 2025 at 4:58 PM
The wonderful world of hypocrisy, where people shop on Amazon after complaining the whole Thanksgiving about US politics and AI. Who do you think gives Amazon all the money to digitally imprison us.
#AI #blackfriday #lobbying #politics
#AI #blackfriday #lobbying #politics
Free Software Friday! This shout-out goes out to all the developers who spent today making software that is both free as in freedom and as in free beer. This is undoubtedly a better choice than hunting for bargains today.
#Freesoftwarefriday #opensource #gratitude
#Freesoftwarefriday #opensource #gratitude
November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Free Software Friday! This shout-out goes out to all the developers who spent today making software that is both free as in freedom and as in free beer. This is undoubtedly a better choice than hunting for bargains today.
#Freesoftwarefriday #opensource #gratitude
#Freesoftwarefriday #opensource #gratitude
2025 marked a turning point in AI advances, digital sovereignty gains, and the rise of open-source power. We must shape tech’s future. We cannot be passive, we must lead it.
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#TechLeadership #AI #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource
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#TechLeadership #AI #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource
Changes Are Inevitable: It Is Our Task To Direct Them
2025 brought rapid Changes in AI, open-source, and digital sovereignty. It's up to us to shape technology’s future for a better tomorrow.
www.korte.co
November 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
2025 marked a turning point in AI advances, digital sovereignty gains, and the rise of open-source power. We must shape tech’s future. We cannot be passive, we must lead it.
Read more.
#TechLeadership #AI #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource
Read more.
#TechLeadership #AI #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource
Just as any large organization, the world's central banks aren't comparing solutions against each other. Their fight is against the comfort of the status quo.
#AI #statusquo
#AI #statusquo
World's central banks are wary of AI and struggling to quit the dollar, survey shows
Artificial Intelligence is not a core part of operations at most of the world's central banks and digital assets are off the table, according to a survey released on Wednesday by the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum.
www.reuters.com
November 27, 2025 at 3:36 AM
Just as any large organization, the world's central banks aren't comparing solutions against each other. Their fight is against the comfort of the status quo.
#AI #statusquo
#AI #statusquo
Cloud Computing presents some worrying dilemmas, such as whether a court can force you to break the law in another country. Soon, Canada might join the US in saying, yes to that question.
#digitalsovereignty #cloudcomputing
#digitalsovereignty #cloudcomputing
Canadian Court: OVHcloud from France must hand over user data
The Ontario court has ordered OVHcloud to provide data stored in its cloud. This raises questions about digital sovereignty.
www.heise.de
November 26, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Cloud Computing presents some worrying dilemmas, such as whether a court can force you to break the law in another country. Soon, Canada might join the US in saying, yes to that question.
#digitalsovereignty #cloudcomputing
#digitalsovereignty #cloudcomputing
Governments worldwide are investing in AI. Unfortunately, none of them seem to pause a minute and ask "why?" Yet, without the why question, it is impossible to make fiscally prudent decisions.
#AI #government
#AI #government
Government IT spending rises as AI becomes top budget priority
Over half of government CIOs expect IT budgets to rise in 2026, prioritising AI, cybersecurity and cloud tech despite fiscal constraints, says Gartner research.
itbrief.com.au
November 26, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Governments worldwide are investing in AI. Unfortunately, none of them seem to pause a minute and ask "why?" Yet, without the why question, it is impossible to make fiscally prudent decisions.
#AI #government
#AI #government
Digital sovereignty is becoming a matter of survival, with more and more SaaS providers introducing mandatory AIs.
Open-source can defend against these changes. It requires work, but preserves an organization's capacity to act.
#digitalsovereignty #opensource
Open-source can defend against these changes. It requires work, but preserves an organization's capacity to act.
#digitalsovereignty #opensource
November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Digital sovereignty is becoming a matter of survival, with more and more SaaS providers introducing mandatory AIs.
Open-source can defend against these changes. It requires work, but preserves an organization's capacity to act.
#digitalsovereignty #opensource
Open-source can defend against these changes. It requires work, but preserves an organization's capacity to act.
#digitalsovereignty #opensource
Music isn't in a crisis because AI is generating songs. Music is in crisis because companies like Live Nation and Ticketmaster make it impossible for most artists to tour and build an emotional connection with their audience.
#music #AI #liveperformance
thehill.com/policy/t...
#music #AI #liveperformance
thehill.com/policy/t...
November 26, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Music isn't in a crisis because AI is generating songs. Music is in crisis because companies like Live Nation and Ticketmaster make it impossible for most artists to tour and build an emotional connection with their audience.
#music #AI #liveperformance
thehill.com/policy/t...
#music #AI #liveperformance
thehill.com/policy/t...
Own your data
or someone else will.
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#digitalsovereignty #dataownership #datasovereignty
or someone else will.
www.korte.co/zt4k
#digitalsovereignty #dataownership #datasovereignty
November 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Own your data
or someone else will.
www.korte.co/zt4k
#digitalsovereignty #dataownership #datasovereignty
or someone else will.
www.korte.co/zt4k
#digitalsovereignty #dataownership #datasovereignty
In the list of Organizations that really shouldn't be using cloud services or services that integrate intransparent AI, NATO certainly would rank relatively high.
Or maybe it is a sign that Google vs. Microsoft is about to heat up.
#cloud #dependency #AI
Or maybe it is a sign that Google vs. Microsoft is about to heat up.
#cloud #dependency #AI
NATO and Google Cloud Create Sovereign Secure Data Cloud ᐉ News from Fakti.bg - World | ФАКТИ.БГ
Google Cloud and the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) have announced a multi-million dollar strategic agreement under which Google Cloud will provide the Alliance with highly secu
fakti.bg
November 25, 2025 at 1:50 AM
In the list of Organizations that really shouldn't be using cloud services or services that integrate intransparent AI, NATO certainly would rank relatively high.
Or maybe it is a sign that Google vs. Microsoft is about to heat up.
#cloud #dependency #AI
Or maybe it is a sign that Google vs. Microsoft is about to heat up.
#cloud #dependency #AI
Customer: We want a dependable, affordable, enterprise-ready Linux!
IBM: Understood, we will add additional AI features to Red Hat
#AI #linux
IBM: Understood, we will add additional AI features to Red Hat
#AI #linux
Red Hat deepens AI and security focus
OpenShift 4.20 adds capabilities for hybrid and sovereign cloud deployments, with updates to virtualisation and platform operations.
gadget.co.za
November 24, 2025 at 4:25 PM
When Incidents go wrong or AI goes rogue, it is critical to take accountability and communicate clearly. Otherwise, trust gets squandered and opportunities lost.
#AI #cybersecurity #governance
#AI #cybersecurity #governance
November 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
When Incidents go wrong or AI goes rogue, it is critical to take accountability and communicate clearly. Otherwise, trust gets squandered and opportunities lost.
#AI #cybersecurity #governance
#AI #cybersecurity #governance
Digital Sovereignty isn't just a topic for political actors; the resulting regulations often have a profound impact on Small Businesses, especially those that are not IT-focused.
#digitalsovereignty #IT
#digitalsovereignty #IT
Safeguarding Europe’s Future – Digital Sovereignty and Why SMBs Need to Act Now
Discover why digital sovereignty is vital for Europe’s future and why SMBs must take immediate action to stay secure and competitive.
www.europeanbusinessreview.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:24 AM
Digital Sovereignty isn't just a topic for political actors; the resulting regulations often have a profound impact on Small Businesses, especially those that are not IT-focused.
#digitalsovereignty #IT
#digitalsovereignty #IT
So far, it seems that digital currencies, from the Digital Euro to the Crypto Dollar, only drive us into further tech dependencies. So why are we wasting so much energy on it, instead of building resilient, human-focused banking systems?
#digitalcurrency #techdependency
#digitalcurrency #techdependency
Savings Banks CEO: Digital Euro is an Entry Door for Big Tech Players
Digital euro aims for independence, but Savings Banks CEO says it would weaken sovereignty instead.
www.heise.de
November 23, 2025 at 11:00 PM
So far, it seems that digital currencies, from the Digital Euro to the Crypto Dollar, only drive us into further tech dependencies. So why are we wasting so much energy on it, instead of building resilient, human-focused banking systems?
#digitalcurrency #techdependency
#digitalcurrency #techdependency
Pearson's Technology Chief perfectly sums up the danger of big tech and AI: "Microsoft is dominant in the enterprise. It was a natural choice if we're thinking about how to train people in communication in the workplace."
Not the best. Not the most efficient.
#AI #monopoly
Not the best. Not the most efficient.
#AI #monopoly
Microsoft faces uphill climb to turn enterprise dominance into widespread AI chatbot adoption
At Microsoft's annual Ignite conference this week, IT buyers explained why Microsoft isn't seeing runaway success with its Copilot AI assistant.
www.cnbc.com
November 23, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Why are there still open-source projects and news sites that only maintain a social media presence on Facebook or X? That seems to be missing the audience, which has long moved on from those platforms.
#opensource #social
#opensource #social
November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Why are there still open-source projects and news sites that only maintain a social media presence on Facebook or X? That seems to be missing the audience, which has long moved on from those platforms.
#opensource #social
#opensource #social
I guess I will have to find a new platform to expand the effects and control systems of my model trains. Goodbye, Arduino.
#microcontroller #license
#microcontroller #license
Makers slam Qualcomm for tightening the clamps on Arduino
: But the Wiring folks were disenchanted even before Qualcomm swallowed Arduino
www.theregister.com
November 23, 2025 at 3:40 AM
I guess I will have to find a new platform to expand the effects and control systems of my model trains. Goodbye, Arduino.
#microcontroller #license
#microcontroller #license
Albania introduced an AI minister in 2025. The new system has opened up their democracy to multiple new issues. One is that it exposes digital decision-makers to new cyberattacks.
For other issues, join 10 experts and me at the Forbes Tech Council.
#AI #Minister #governance
For other issues, join 10 experts and me at the Forbes Tech Council.
#AI #Minister #governance
Council Post: Albania’s ‘Diella’: Tech Experts Weigh In On AI-Powered Governance
Albania’s appointment of Diella, an AI minister, is sparking new questions about transparency, accountability and how digital tools could shape the future of government.
www.forbes.com
November 22, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Albania introduced an AI minister in 2025. The new system has opened up their democracy to multiple new issues. One is that it exposes digital decision-makers to new cyberattacks.
For other issues, join 10 experts and me at the Forbes Tech Council.
#AI #Minister #governance
For other issues, join 10 experts and me at the Forbes Tech Council.
#AI #Minister #governance
Well, it looks like patients are using AI to beat their health insurance. This should tell you how stupid the US healthcare system is. Instead of trusting a doctor, everyone is battling it out using AI.
#AI #healthcare
#AI #healthcare
AI vs. AI: Patients deploy bots to battle health insurers that deny care
New AI-powered programs offer help to patients stymied by insurance denials.
www.northcarolinahealthnews.org
November 22, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Well, it looks like patients are using AI to beat their health insurance. This should tell you how stupid the US healthcare system is. Instead of trusting a doctor, everyone is battling it out using AI.
#AI #healthcare
#AI #healthcare