Archive - 2nd Order Thinkers

2026-02-20 Latest AI News and Thoughts

Ad vs No Ad; paper banana; 2nd law of thermodynamic on AI models.

20 hrs ago • Jing Hu

Every Hourly Billing Flaw Explained in Detail (And Why It Can’t Survive AI)

The Thomson Reuters 2026 legal market report, broken down for anyone who sells time — lawyers, consultants, accountants, advisors

Feb 16 • Jing Hu

AI’s Reddit. Why Bots’ Social Media Actually Matters?

What Moltbook, the AI‑only social network, reveals about anthropomorphic AI, risks, and the future of business?

Feb 7 • Jing Hu

January 2026

I Changed My Mind About OpenClaw Three Times

From eye-roll to excitement to caution — and what that tells us about AI agents in 2026

Jan 28 • Jing Hu and Klaas Ardinois

ChatGPT Owes You $37 Per Month. Here's Why.

Six ways your questions, clicks, and corrections create real value

Jan 25 • Jing Hu

22:08

The Wizard of Oz Knew Why AI Shopping Would Fail

Why the most valuable shopping experience isn't efficient—and what that means for AI commerce in 2026.

Jan 18 • Jing Hu

20:37

This One Story Is THE Antidote to All Your AI Anxiety in 2026

Why signing up for courses, collecting certifications, and downloading tools feels productive but doesn't ease your AI anxiety and why these actions…

Jan 11 • Jing Hu

17:39

You Defer to AI Doesn't Mean Your Kids Do

What school art programs reveal about who's really passive

Jan 8 • Jessica Priebe

December 2025

Something For the 2nd Order Thinkers

Hey, Quick note before the year wraps.

Dec 28, 2025 • Jing Hu

You Probably Believed At Least One AI Lie This Year. Here’s How to Stop.

A Harvard study said AI killed junior jobs.

Dec 28, 2025 • Jing Hu

Why Your 20-Something Colleague Is Worse at AI Than You?

The AI skill that takes 10 years to learn (and you might already have it).

Dec 21, 2025 • Jing Hu

19:13

Why Is AI Bubble Not Popping, Yet?

Hey, In the time when everyone is expecting/ avoiding an AI bubble.

Dec 14, 2025 • Jing Hu and Klaas Ardinois

15:36

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