This playful AI avatar trend feels light, instant, almost weightless. A few seconds in the cloud and out pops something clever and personal.
Behind it sita data centres that drink electricity and water at scale. Physical infrastructure, physical limits, physical footprints.
Worth holding both ideas at once. Delight in the tool. Curiosity about the cost.
The cloud leaves tracks on the ground. Read my post on Substack here and do read The Conversation article that inspired it. Wow the graphics alone are worth the visit
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Author: Lynne Strong
I am a community advocate, storyteller and lifelong collaborator with a deep commitment to strengthening local democracy and amplifying regional voices. With roots in farming and decades of experience leading national initiatives like Action4Agriculture, I’ve dedicated my life to empowering the next generation and creating platforms where people feel seen, heard and valued. I believe in courage, kindness and the power of communities working together to shape their own future. These days, you’ll find me diving deep into the role of local media and civic engagement to explore how regional communities around the world are reclaiming their voice.
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