Raquel (Deep Search)
Builder focusing on research/search workflows; community‑building and founder journey.
Scaling AI Tech Without People Creates Operational Debt
THE Operational Debt of AI Startups Praktika .ai: Great Tech, Failing Infrastructure. As someone who keeps an eye on digital trends and engagement, I’m always looking for tools that actually move the needle. For a while, @praktika.ai was that tool. The AI avatars are impressive, the lessons are engaging, and I was genuinely having a great time using it. But here is the textbook case of what happens when a company scales its technology without scaling its human capability.
Spotting 2026 Bots: 3 Telltale Signs
In 2026, bots are in your comments, video calls, DMs, and dating apps. They’ve evolved, but signs remain: here are 3 signs to spot the artificial.
AI Girlfriends Flood Feeds, Blurring Scam vs Companionship
How many people even interact romantically with bots? I’m seeing a massive spike in AI Girlfriends and Companions that aren't just apps, they are actively infiltrating social feeds. Is the line between scam and companionship officially gone?
Scammers Clone Slack Downloads to Distribute Silent Malware
Scammers are cloning Slack download pages almost perfectly. Same layout, same buttons, and the same Download experience. You have to install. But instead of Slack, you end up with malware running quietly in the background.
One in Five Employers Fire Over Social Media Posts
Around 1 in 5 employers have fired someone over social media content, and even more have taken disciplinary action.
Beware: QR Code Texts Mimic Traffic Tickets
A new phishing scam using QR codes in text messages, pretending to be traffic or toll violations.
LinkedIn Scams: An Ecosystem of Identity Theft and Fraud
LinkedIn scams go beyond fake posts or “I’m grateful” stories; they form an ecosystem of identity abuse, data harvesting, and financial fraud.
Even Tech‑Savvy Users Still Fall for Phishing Scams
I just analyzed this BofA text, and it’s a perfect example of why even tech-savvy people get burned. Why do we still fall for these?
Top Six Nations Facing Highest Cyber Crime Threats
Countries with the highest Cyber Crimes & Scams Threat Levels 1- Russia 🇷🇺 2- Ukraine 🇺🇦 3- China 🇨🇳 4- United States 🇺🇸 5- Nigeria 🇳🇬 6- Romania 🇷🇴
IRS Never Requests Personal Info via Social Media
History meets modern security. Remember: the IRS will never contact you by social media or text to request personal or financial information.