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  • The Social Web is Finally Moving Again

    Lately I have this quiet feeling that the social web is waking up. Not in a loud “new app of the week” way, but in small, thoughtful moves that point in a different direction. Less growth at all costs. More user rights, interoperability, and sovereignty. Over the past weeks I have been bookmarking articles, posts…

  • Building My Own Server: From Mac Mini to Homelab

    I was already running Ubuntu desktop and a few containers on my old 2012 Mac Mini. But when I bought an 8TB drive, it felt like the right moment to take it a step further. Instead of using it as just a desktop machine, I converted it into a proper Proxmox server. This way I…

  • Chat Control: The EU’s Dangerous Step Towards Mass Surveillance

    The European Union is once again reconsidering a law that could change the way we communicate forever. And not for the better. It’s called the Chat Control legislation (formally, the CSAM Regulation). On the surface it is presented as a child protection measure. But if you dig just a little deeper, it becomes clear that this law…

  • I’m Not Against AI; But We Need to Stay Awake

    Like many people lately, I’ve been experimenting more with AI tools. Some of them are genuinely useful: they help speed up writing, summarise long articles, or offer creative inspiration. I don’t believe AI is the problem. But the way it’s being built and deployed by some of the biggest companies? That’s where I think we…

  • The False Sense of ‘Free’: What We Pay for With Convenience

    We’ve all done it. Downloaded an app, signed up for a service, tapped “accept all” just to get started. It’s free. It’s easy. What’s the harm? But since stepping away from Meta platforms, I’ve started to see how misleading that word free really is. Most of these platforms aren’t free at all. We’re just paying…

  • Messaging Apps Are Changing: And Not for the Better

    In recent months, messaging apps have quietly shifted direction. What were once tools for private, secure communication are now turning into platforms experimenting with AI and monetization and it’s happening faster than most users realize. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changed, what’s coming next, and why I believe it’s time to seriously rethink how we…

  • Three Months Without Meta: What I’ve Learned

    It’s been three months since I decided to step away from Meta’s ecosystem; no Facebook, Instagram, or WhatsApp. It started as an experiment, but quickly turned into something much deeper: a reset of how I interact with digital life, and a reevaluation of what I value in online communication and social platforms. Here’s what I’ve…

  • Leaving Instagram: How I Rebuilt My Photo Timeline Somewhere Better

    For some months now, I’ve moved away from Instagram. The app isn’t what it used to be, and I’ve started to care more about controlling my own content, privacy, and what kind of platforms I support. The idea seemed simple: take my old Instagram photos and post them somewhere new — somewhere I feel good…

  • Rethinking Messaging Apps: A Guide to Secure and Inclusive Communication

    Messaging has come a long way since the days of SMS, evolving into a vital part of our digital lives. In this post, I’ll take a brief look at the history of messaging apps, the current state of popular platforms, and why I’ve chosen to move to more secure and user-respecting alternatives. If you’ve read…

  • Why We Need to Rethink Social Media: A Guide to Better Online Choices

    Social media has become a part of our daily lives—it’s where we connect with friends & family, follow news, and share our experiences. But recently, I’ve taken a step back to reflect on the downsides of these platforms. This isn’t just about annoying ads or wasted time; it’s about something bigger: privacy, trust, and how…

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