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Geert Lovink: A Pioneer in Internet Studies
Geert Lovink, a Dutch media theorist and internet critic, has been a significant figure in Internet Studies. Lovink is the founding director of the Institute of Network Cultures, an organisation dedicated to exploring, documenting, and fostering the potential for socioeconomic change within the new media field. His work has been instrumental in shaping the critical understanding…
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20 years of blogging!
In Septemeber 2003, an experiment began that involved intertwining the tangible experiences of life with the vast, intangible realm of the digital world. I started a blog, a digital canvas painted with reflections, experiences, and thoughts for a broad, public audience. Originally conceptualised as a bridge between my personal and professional life and the larger…
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How to cite AI-generated content in APA 7 Style
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become increasingly prevalent in various aspects of academic research and writing. As AI-generated content becomes more common, it’s essential to understand how to cite such content using APA 7 or other styles. Citing AI-Generated Text When citing AI-generated text, the creator of the AI model, in the case of ChatGPT being…
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The human in AI: Augmented authorship and its implications for professionals
As artificial intelligence (AI) advances, its role in various industries becomes increasingly significant. This has led to a growing debate about the role of human judgment in creating synthetically authored papers, synthetically drawn works or other creative outputs. In this essay, I will explore the concept of augmented authorship, where AI acts as a copilot…
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Black Cat Cafe Fitzroy
In the haze of the late 1980s, I was transported from a yahoo Tasmanian town to the eclectic suburb of Fitzroy, Melbourne. Eager to wander the uncharted alleys of this bohemian city, little did I fathom that the Black Cat Cafe would emerge as my compass for extraordinary geographic and intellectual odysseys. An enclave on…
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Dark Mofo: A Rendezvous with the darkness
I recently attended the Dark Mofo Festival in Hobart, Tasmania, held in the darkness of a Tasmanian winter. This annual event is organised by the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) and offers a charismatic mix of art, music, food, and fresh culture. The festival takes place against the stunning backdrop of Hobart, and…
