•Google
Interest in AI exploded in the US on the same week that ChatGPT was released
ChatGPT didn't just launch a product—it triggered a nationwide AI awakening, with search interest spiking 3-4x overnight and revealing surprising regional patterns.
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493 posts about AI, learning, and building products
•Expats in the US
From Asia to California: A Guide to a Smooth Relocation
Navigate California's complex visa system, sky-high housing costs, and cultural adjustment with insider tips that turn your Asia-to-West Coast move into a success.
•Geopolitics
My thoughts on Ray Dalio's recent dialogue on the Center for China and Globalization on Jan 10, 2023
Ray Dalio's latest dialogue reveals surprising GDP predictions for China and a rare optimistic note on US-China relations—if we can avoid military conflict.
•Credit card tips
Upgrade Your Wallet: How to Turn Credit Card Spend into Free Flights, Cash, and More!
I've unlocked thousands in free flights and cash by strategically using credit card rewards—here's how you can turn everyday spending into valuable perks without changing your budget.
•Expats in the US
Expat guide to US relocation: Consider the cost of living
Before you relocate to the US, know this: your cost of living could double or halve depending on where you land—Manhattan costs twice the national average.
•Expats in the US
Expat's Guide to US Relocation: Top 8 Questions to Ask Before Signing a Lease in the US
From hidden fees to neighborhood safety, I break down the 8 critical lease questions that helped me avoid costly expat mistakes when relocating to the US.
•Expats in the US
Navigating the US Healthcare System as an Expat: Your Go-To Guide for Staying Healthy in America
Unlike the streamlined systems in many countries, US healthcare demands strategic navigation—from decoding HMO vs PPO plans to managing deductibles and copays that can make or break your budget.
•Expats in the US
Expat Life in the US: How to Stay Close with Loved Ones Back Home
Distance doesn't have to mean disconnection—I've learned that combining smart tech tools, scheduled video calls, and planned visits can transform expat loneliness into lasting bonds.
•AI
Get Ready for a Better Search Experience with Microsoft's ChatGPT Integration?
Microsoft's ChatGPT-Bing integration solves data problems, but the real challenge is designing an interface that knows when to give one answer vs. many.
•Book review
"Never pay the first bill" - a book review
This book exposed how middlemen, hospitals, and insurers profit billions from healthcare—and gave me practical tools to fight back by questioning every medical bill I receive.
•Driving in the US
Kia K5 2023 review after 8,000 miles: Find out the pros and cons
After 8,000 miles in our Kia K5, I break down the real-world pros and cons—from impressive tech features to quirky frustrations you won't find in dealership brochures.
•Education in the US
"We bake and join clay club" - one of the main differences between elementary schools in the US and Singapore
A 10-year-old's fresh perspective reveals surprising contrasts: from baking clubs and spacious playgrounds in California to advanced math and values education in Singapore.