Digital Biz Talk

GitHub Actions Self-Hosted Runner Fees: The 2025 Cost Shock

GitHub's announcement of a $0.002/minute fee for self-hosted runners has sent shockwaves through the DevOps community. For some teams, this means thousands in unexpected monthly costs. Here's what you need to know and how to respond.

James Miller

13 min 22

Tech Tutorials

Waymo's Blackout Breakdown: What SF's Traffic Jam Reveals About AVs

When a blackout hit San Francisco, Waymo's driverless cars didn't just stop—they created gridlock. This incident exposes critical vulnerabilities in autonomous vehicle technology and raises urgent questions about real-world readiness.

Emma Wilson

12 min 17

Automation & DevOps

My Self-Hosting Journey: From Pi-hole to Full Linux Migration

Discover how one tech-savvy user's frustration with ads and Windows 11 led to a complete self-hosting transformation. This diary-style guide covers Pi-hole setup, Linux migration, and practical automation strategies for 2025.

Alex Thompson

12 min 25

Cybersecurity

The QBR Silence: When Honesty in Cybersecurity Breaks the Script

During a quarterly business review, a cybersecurity professional abandoned the scripted customer service voice and told a legacy client the hard truth about their aging infrastructure. The resulting silence was deafening, but it sparked a crucial conversation about risk, responsibility, and the real cost of maintaining outdated systems in 2025.

David Park

13 min 25

Productivity Tools

Building the Perfect Obsidian Vault: Aesthetic Meets Function in 2025

After two years of refinement, I've discovered the secrets to creating an Obsidian vault that's both visually stunning and incredibly functional. Here's how to build your perfect digital workspace without the common trade-offs.

James Miller

12 min 25

Productivity Tools

The 10-Minute Rule That Saves Your Evenings from Disappearing

That familiar trap: you get home from work, promise yourself a 'short break,' and suddenly the entire evening has vanished. The 10-minute rule is a deceptively simple strategy that breaks this cycle by creating immediate momentum. This isn't about motivation—it's about a blunt behavioral rule that works.

Alex Thompson

13 min 25

VPN & Privacy

What TransUnion Reports Reveal About You to Law Enforcement

TransUnion sells detailed personal reports to law enforcement and legal professionals. A document from the Jeffrey Epstein grand jury data dump provides a rare public example of exactly what information is compiled and shared about individuals without their knowledge or consent.

Lisa Anderson

10 min 24

Cloud & Hosting

John Savill Promoted to Microsoft Partner: What It Means for Azure

John Savill's promotion to Microsoft Partner represents a major milestone in cloud education and technical leadership. This article explores what this achievement means for Azure professionals, Microsoft's internal hierarchy, and the future of cloud learning resources.

James Miller

10 min 26

Tech Tutorials

Steam Deck LCD Discontinued: What It Means for PC Gamers in 2025

Valve has officially discontinued the $399 Steam Deck LCD model, raising the entry price to $549. This move reshapes the handheld PC gaming market and leaves budget-conscious gamers searching for alternatives.

Sarah Chen

15 min 20

AI & Machine Learning

Deepfake AI in Politics: The Maine Governor Case & What's Next

A 2025 political ad used AI to fabricate a video of Maine Governor Janet Mills. This case study examines the technology, its implications for democracy, and how we can fight disinformation.

David Park

9 min 26

Tech Tutorials

AI Brain Drain: How Smart Tools Are Making Us Think Less

Neuroscientists and tech experts are sounding alarms about AI's impact on our cognitive abilities. From memory outsourcing to diminished problem-solving, discover what's happening to our brains and how to fight back.

Lisa Anderson

10 min 23

VPN & Privacy

New UEFI Flaw Exposes Gigabyte, MSI, ASUS, ASRock Motherboards to Pre-Boot Attacks

A newly discovered UEFI vulnerability allows attackers to compromise systems before the operating system even loads, affecting motherboards from major manufacturers. This deep-level threat bypasses traditional security measures and requires immediate attention from both home users and enterprises.

David Park

13 min 18

Digital Biz Talk

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GitHub Actions Self-Hosted Runner Fees: The 2025 Cost Shock

Waymo's Blackout Breakdown: What SF's Traffic Jam Reveals About AVs

My Self-Hosting Journey: From Pi-hole to Full Linux Migration

The QBR Silence: When Honesty in Cybersecurity Breaks the Script

Building the Perfect Obsidian Vault: Aesthetic Meets Function in 2025

The 10-Minute Rule That Saves Your Evenings from Disappearing

What TransUnion Reports Reveal About You to Law Enforcement

John Savill Promoted to Microsoft Partner: What It Means for Azure

Steam Deck LCD Discontinued: What It Means for PC Gamers in 2025

Deepfake AI in Politics: The Maine Governor Case & What's Next

AI Brain Drain: How Smart Tools Are Making Us Think Less

New UEFI Flaw Exposes Gigabyte, MSI, ASUS, ASRock Motherboards to Pre-Boot Attacks