Rick

Rick

Rick is the founder of Smart Machine Digest, a Navy veteran, and lifelong tech explorer. He writes about AI, smart tech, and how emerging tools can improve real life.

North Korea AI Drones

The Ethical Dilemmas of North Korea AI Weapons Development North Korea’s recent test of AI-powered suicide drones marks a troubling milestone in the global arms race for autonomous weapons systems. Under the watchful eye of dictator Kim Jong Un, these…

AI Predictive Maintenance in Manufacturing

How AI Predictive Maintenance Transforms Manufacturing Efficiency The Next Frontier for Smart Manufacturing AI Maintenance In today’s fast-paced manufacturing landscape, unexpected machine downtime can cost companies millions. A 2024 McKinsey report found that manufacturers using AI for predictive maintenance reduced…

How AI Is Changing Work

What Artificial Intelligence Means for Today’s Workplace Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t coming to the workplace—it’s already here. And while much of the national conversation focuses on what AI might take away, the more immediate question is what it’s already changing.…

Understanding AI: The Basics That Matter

Artificial Intelligence and Why It Matters Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from the realm of science fiction into something far more practical: a powerful set of tools influencing everything from education to employment. As AI continues to evolve, so does…