John Wyss
@johnwyss.bsky.social
Innovation, positivity, health.
Interests: motorcyling, GenAI, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, human connection, our future together.
"The view expressed on this web site/blog are mine and do not necessarily reflect the views of my employer"
Interests: motorcyling, GenAI, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, human connection, our future together.
"The view expressed on this web site/blog are mine and do not necessarily reflect the views of my employer"
A splendid new invention, tiny solar cells which can be powered by indoor light!
www.livescience.com/technology/y...
www.livescience.com/technology/y...
Your household gadgets could soon be battery-free — scientists create tiny solar cells that can be powered by indoor light
Researchers said the breakthrough "paves the way for electronics powered by the ambient light already present in our lives."
www.livescience.com
August 25, 2025 at 4:50 AM
A splendid new invention, tiny solar cells which can be powered by indoor light!
www.livescience.com/technology/y...
www.livescience.com/technology/y...
something really hopeful-- unlimited clean energy is on the way
A French fusion reactor just ran for 22; minutes straight, a record.
newatlas.com/energy/franc...
A French fusion reactor just ran for 22; minutes straight, a record.
newatlas.com/energy/franc...
France runs fusion reactor for record 22 minutes
France has upped the ante in the quest for fusion power by maintaining a plasma reaction for over 22 minutes – a new record. The milestone was reached on February 12 at the Commissariat à l'énergie at...
newatlas.com
July 10, 2025 at 12:57 PM
something really hopeful-- unlimited clean energy is on the way
A French fusion reactor just ran for 22; minutes straight, a record.
newatlas.com/energy/franc...
A French fusion reactor just ran for 22; minutes straight, a record.
newatlas.com/energy/franc...
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Photo from a while ago: Izu Peninsula, Japan
Concrete 'Tetrapods' are designed to remain stable under even the most extreme weather & ocean conditions. Deployed in lines or piles, they create an interlocking, porous barrier that dissipates the power of waves and currents.
#Photography
Concrete 'Tetrapods' are designed to remain stable under even the most extreme weather & ocean conditions. Deployed in lines or piles, they create an interlocking, porous barrier that dissipates the power of waves and currents.
#Photography
May 24, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Photo from a while ago: Izu Peninsula, Japan
Concrete 'Tetrapods' are designed to remain stable under even the most extreme weather & ocean conditions. Deployed in lines or piles, they create an interlocking, porous barrier that dissipates the power of waves and currents.
#Photography
Concrete 'Tetrapods' are designed to remain stable under even the most extreme weather & ocean conditions. Deployed in lines or piles, they create an interlocking, porous barrier that dissipates the power of waves and currents.
#Photography
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Breaking news: The European Commission is issuing burner phones and basic laptops to some US-bound staff to avoid the risk of espionage — a measure traditionally reserved for trips to China www.ft.com/content/20d0...
April 14, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Breaking news: The European Commission is issuing burner phones and basic laptops to some US-bound staff to avoid the risk of espionage — a measure traditionally reserved for trips to China www.ft.com/content/20d0...
After a big play at the dog beach and a bath, time for this Doodle to sack out!
April 15, 2025 at 5:44 AM
After a big play at the dog beach and a bath, time for this Doodle to sack out!
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GOP Rep. Bacon: "We made a mistake. We passed legislation that gave the president some temporary tariff authorities. I think we should look back and maybe restore the power back from Congress and take away the authorizations."
March 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
GOP Rep. Bacon: "We made a mistake. We passed legislation that gave the president some temporary tariff authorities. I think we should look back and maybe restore the power back from Congress and take away the authorizations."
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Figured I’d hop on here today for the 15th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act.
With everything going on right now, it’s easy to feel like regular folks can’t make a difference – but the ACA is a reminder that change is possible when we fight for progress.
With everything going on right now, it’s easy to feel like regular folks can’t make a difference – but the ACA is a reminder that change is possible when we fight for progress.
March 23, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Figured I’d hop on here today for the 15th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act.
With everything going on right now, it’s easy to feel like regular folks can’t make a difference – but the ACA is a reminder that change is possible when we fight for progress.
With everything going on right now, it’s easy to feel like regular folks can’t make a difference – but the ACA is a reminder that change is possible when we fight for progress.
How about some good news for a change?
www.theverge.com/news/628369/...
www.theverge.com/news/628369/...
Solar and wind beat coal in the US for the first time
“Solar is winning.”
www.theverge.com
March 12, 2025 at 9:37 PM
How about some good news for a change?
www.theverge.com/news/628369/...
www.theverge.com/news/628369/...
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Look what's happening at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
March 4, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Look what's happening at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
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Do you think his ears help give him extra traction? 🤔
6-wheel drive 🤭
6-wheel drive 🤭
March 4, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Do you think his ears help give him extra traction? 🤔
6-wheel drive 🤭
6-wheel drive 🤭
Seattle friends, or those visiting, nearby Poulsbo on Liberty Bay is a short trip but seems like a different world. Founded in the 1880s by Norwegian immigrant Jørgen Eliason, the Nordic influence remains strong.
March 3, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Seattle friends, or those visiting, nearby Poulsbo on Liberty Bay is a short trip but seems like a different world. Founded in the 1880s by Norwegian immigrant Jørgen Eliason, the Nordic influence remains strong.
The news is sordid. Please enjoy a few calming pictures of a weekend in Seattle!
March 2, 2025 at 11:56 PM
The news is sordid. Please enjoy a few calming pictures of a weekend in Seattle!
If you're looking for great Seattle Bluesky accounts, here are some incredible starter packs:
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Seattle Bluesky Starter Packs [25+ Lists • Feb 2025]
Follow the most interesting seattle accounts on Bluesky. Browse 25+ starter packs to discover seattle communities.
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February 27, 2025 at 1:46 AM
If you're looking for great Seattle Bluesky accounts, here are some incredible starter packs:
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blueskystarterpack.com/seattle
Congratulations to our friends in the Great North tonight, winning the first ever 4 Nations hockey tournament amongst Canada, Finland, Sweden and the United States - in thrilling overtime!
February 21, 2025 at 5:51 AM
Congratulations to our friends in the Great North tonight, winning the first ever 4 Nations hockey tournament amongst Canada, Finland, Sweden and the United States - in thrilling overtime!
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Fructose Fuels Cancer Growth Indirectly, Lab Study Finds
www.cancer.gov/news-events/...
www.cancer.gov/news-events/...
Fructose Sugar Fuels Cancer Growth Indirectly
Fructose, which is in high-fructose corn syrup and table sugar, can help some tumors grow, but only after getting taken up by the liver, a study of mice suggests.
www.cancer.gov
February 15, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Fructose Fuels Cancer Growth Indirectly, Lab Study Finds
www.cancer.gov/news-events/...
www.cancer.gov/news-events/...
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SCOOP: The US Treasury claimed a DOGE's Marco Elez didn’t have ‘write access,’ when he actually did. Sources tell WIRED that his ability to alter code controlling trillions in federal spending was rescinded, days after officials said it didn't exist.
The US Treasury Claimed DOGE Technologist Didn’t Have ‘Write Access’ When He Actually Did
Sources tell WIRED that the ability of DOGE's Marko Elez to alter code controlling trillions in federal spending was rescinded days after US Treasury and White House officials said it didn't exist.
wrd.cm
February 6, 2025 at 11:58 PM
SCOOP: The US Treasury claimed a DOGE's Marco Elez didn’t have ‘write access,’ when he actually did. Sources tell WIRED that his ability to alter code controlling trillions in federal spending was rescinded, days after officials said it didn't exist.
This is Apollo and Artemis, here to wish you a Happy New Year.
They love treats and pets and everyone, except bullies and meanies.
They love treats and pets and everyone, except bullies and meanies.
February 5, 2025 at 1:10 PM
This is Apollo and Artemis, here to wish you a Happy New Year.
They love treats and pets and everyone, except bullies and meanies.
They love treats and pets and everyone, except bullies and meanies.
The musicians of LA are in solidarity to support the rebuilding of LA... And you can help.
The benefit concert is magnificent!
www.youtube.com/live/yrEKrBs...
The benefit concert is magnificent!
www.youtube.com/live/yrEKrBs...
FireAid LA Benefit Concert
YouTube video by YouTube
www.youtube.com
January 31, 2025 at 4:39 AM
The musicians of LA are in solidarity to support the rebuilding of LA... And you can help.
The benefit concert is magnificent!
www.youtube.com/live/yrEKrBs...
The benefit concert is magnificent!
www.youtube.com/live/yrEKrBs...
I'm so impressed with the utility of Gemini Advanced, and it just went up a notch with the Flash 2.0 model.
www.theverge.com/news/603821/...
www.theverge.com/news/603821/...
Google’s Gemini AI app is getting faster with Flash 2.0
The upgrade is rolling out now.
www.theverge.com
January 31, 2025 at 1:55 AM
I'm so impressed with the utility of Gemini Advanced, and it just went up a notch with the Flash 2.0 model.
www.theverge.com/news/603821/...
www.theverge.com/news/603821/...
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Courage begets courage.
January 22, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Courage begets courage.
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January 12, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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LA Resources Google Doc Masterlist
📢 tiny.cc/malan-fire
Shelters, Food, PPE, Animal Rescue, and more.
📢 tiny.cc/malan-fire
Shelters, Food, PPE, Animal Rescue, and more.
MALAN Fire & Wind Storm Resources
tiny.cc
January 10, 2025 at 7:05 AM
LA Resources Google Doc Masterlist
📢 tiny.cc/malan-fire
Shelters, Food, PPE, Animal Rescue, and more.
📢 tiny.cc/malan-fire
Shelters, Food, PPE, Animal Rescue, and more.