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WPS News @[email protected] · 2026-04-25 · 13:05 UTC

AI Is Not the Enemy. Misuse Is.

By Cliff Potts, CSO, and Editor-in-Chief of WPS News

Baybay City, Leyte, Philippines — April 25, 2026

Artificial intelligence is being treated by some people as if it is a demon hiding inside a machine.

That is the wrong frame.

AI is not human. It is not a spouse, a friend, a minister, a therapist, or a family member. It should not be treated as a replacement for human connection.

But it can still help people survive moments when human connection is not available.

That matters.

Grief does not wait for office hours. Panic does not wait for someone to answer the phone. Loneliness does not pause because the rest of the world is asleep.

In those moments, AI can serve as a sounding board. It can help a person organize pain into language. It can turn emotional static into sentences. It can help someone think clearly enough to make it through the next hour.

That is not replacing people.

That is helping someone remain steady long enough to reach people again.

The real danger is not AI itself. The danger is misuse, dependency, manipulation, and pretending that a tool is a human relationship. Those concerns are real and should not be dismissed.

But the opposite mistake is just as dangerous.

If we treat every use of AI as isolation, we ignore the ways it can help people communicate better, remember more clearly, and process difficult situations without falling apart.

At its best, AI does not build a wall between people.

It builds a bridge between confusion and speech.

It helps people find the words they could not find alone.

That is not a demon.

That is a tool.

And tools, used wisely, can help human beings endure.

If this work helps you understand what’s happening, help me keep it going: https://www.patreon.com/cw/WPSNews

For more from Cliff Potts, see https://cliffpotts.org

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Hacker News @[email protected] · 2025-12-25 · 11:53 UTC

Mattermost restricted access to old messages after 10000 limit is reached

https://github.com/mattermost/mattermost/issues/34271

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GONICUS @[email protected] · 2025-11-18 · 13:23 UTC

GOnnect steht für offene, souveräne Unternehmenskommunikation – ohne Abhängigkeiten, ohne Umwege.
Im BASICthinking-Blog erfährt man, wie Open Source im Arbeitsalltag wirklich funktioniert und warum GOnnect hier einen neuen Standard setzt.

Hier geht es zum Beitrag: https://www.basicthinking.de/blog/2025/11/12/digitale-souveraenitaet-gonnect-open-source-telefonie/

#DigitaleSouveränität #GOnnect #OpenSource #Gonicus #CommunicationTools

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1TE.CH ᳇ Tech News @[email protected] · 2025-07-27 · 07:33 UTC

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Security and Accessibility 🔒 Groupware platforms prioritise data security and user permissions, protecting information.

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Debby ‬⁂📎🐧:disability_flag: @[email protected] · 2025-05-06 · 20:04 UTC

Skype, one of the pioneers in internet telephony, has officially ended its support on May 5, 2025. While it was not perfect, Skype held a special place for many as their first experience with online calling. As we bid farewell to Skype, it's important to look ahead at the alternatives that can fill the void. Here are some free and open-source options that can replace Skype seamlessly:

Jitsi

Switch to Jitsi, the free and open-source video conferencing tool. Here's why Jitsi is a great choice:

- Cross-Platform: Jitsi works on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, making it accessible to everyone.
- Easy Sharing: Share your screen, files, and even collaborate on documents in real-time.
- Rich Media Support: Jitsi supports high-quality video and audio, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience.

Get started with Jitsi, visit https://jitsi.org/

Matrix (Element)

Matrix is an open standard for decentralized communication, and Element is its flagship client. It supports text messaging, voice and video calls, and file sharing. Matrix's decentralized nature allows users to host their own servers, providing greater control over their data.

- Interoperability: Matrix can bridge with other communication platforms, making it versatile.
- End-to-End Encryption: Ensure your communications are secure with built-in encryption.
- Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.

Learn more about Matrix and Element at https://element.io/

Session

Session is a decentralized messaging app that emphasizes privacy and security. It uses the Oxen network for secure communication and does not require a phone number or email address for registration.

- Privacy-Focused: No phone number or email required, ensuring anonymity.
- Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- Decentralized: No central servers, reducing the risk of data breaches.

Explore Session at https://getsession.org/

Signal

Signal is known for its strong focus on privacy and security, offering end-to-end encryption for all communications, including voice calls, video calls, and messaging.

- End-to-End Encryption: All communications are secure and private.
- Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.

Download Signal at https://signal.org/

Mumble

Mumble is primarily designed for voice communication, offering low-latency, high-quality voice chat. It's often used by gamers and communities that require clear and reliable voice communication.

- Low-Latency: Ensures smooth and clear voice communication.
- Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.

Get started with Mumble at https://www.mumble.info/

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