#digital communication

The public has spoken against it, the backlash was there, then Germany started opposing it too and the Danish proposal seemingly stopped. But now suddenly on the 12th of November they're going for another push, in a rather deceptive manner. Here are the new tweaks to the proposal and how they're trying to go about razing what eu is about and your privacy online:

the secret brilliance of the fanfiction tag system

In the sprawling ecosystem of fan-created content, few warning systems have achieved the elegant simplicity and cultural resonance of "dead dove do not eat." Born from a single Arrested Development sight gag and evolved into one of fandom's most effective content warnings, this tag represents a masterclass in community-driven communication that deserves serious recognition.

The tag originates from Arrested Development's brilliantly absurd visual joke: Michael Bluth opens a paper bag clearly labeled "DEAD DOVE: DO NOT EAT," finds exactly what was promised, and declares with exasperation, "I don't know what I expected." This moment of perfect comedic timing became something far more significant when adopted by fandom communities; it transformed into a philosophical statement about personal responsibility and informed consent in content consumption.

March is a volatile period for financial markets, driven by Mercury retrograde, Venus retrograde, and significant planetary shifts. Expect uncertainty, emotional reactions, and market corrections.

Key Influences on Markets

Mercury Retrograde in Aries (March 15) Market Effect: Increased volatility, misinformation, and sudden reversals. Traders may overreact to news, causing erratic price swings. Sectors Affected: Technology, startups, transportation, and communication stocks face confusion or slowdowns.

Venus Retrograde in Aries (Throughout March, enters Pisces on March 27) Market Effect: Investor sentiment weakens; money flows slow down. Sectors Affected: Luxury goods, beauty, and entertainment stocks may underperform. However, Venus entering Pisces later supports pharmaceuticals, wellness, and water-related industries.

Mars in Cancer (Defensive Market Mood) Market Effect: Investors act emotionally rather than rationally. High volatility in commodities (oil, agriculture) and housing markets. Sectors Affected: Real estate, food, and defensive stocks (utilities, healthcare) may gain traction as investors seek security.

Jupiter in Gemini (Expanding Speculation) Market Effect: Speculative trading increases, particularly in tech and AI sectors. News-driven price surges are common. Sectors Affected: Tech, AI, digital communication, and online media stocks benefit.

Saturn in Pisces (Liquidity Concerns, Debt Issues) Market Effect: Possible concerns about economic stability or rising debt levels. Government interventions may be needed to stabilize markets. Sectors Affected: Banking, finance, and lending institutions could experience challenges.

Uranus in Taurus (Still Shaking Financial Systems, Crypto Markets in Focus) Market Effect: Ongoing disruption in banking, fintech, and cryptocurrency sectors. Unpredictable price swings in Bitcoin and altcoins.

Neptune in Pisces (Market Speculation & Illusions, Enters Aries on March 30) Market Effect: Sentiment-driven rallies in speculative assets; potential for misleading economic data. Sectors Affected: Oil, pharmaceuticals, biotech, and alternative medicine stocks benefit.

Pluto in Aquarius (Big Tech & AI Revolutions, but Retrograde in May) Market Effect: Transformational shifts in technology, AI, and automation. However, Pluto’s upcoming retrograde in May may trigger regulatory concerns.

March 2025 Market Summary

Early March: Market optimism despite Venus retrograde; speculation runs high.

Mid-March (Mercury Retrograde Begins): Sharp volatility, misinformation, and market corrections.

There is a big difference between talking about personal issues in a circle of friends who have real life context and can make their own judgements of opinion and accuracy based on the information they have (including calling something for bullshit),

5.10.19 | The last marketer will be a storyteller

Chapters 12 and 13 was the last chapter presentations I did in my Communication: Strategy and Planning course this spring.. The chapter themes are Strategies for Creating Awesome Content and How to Write for Your Buyers.

I had several takeaways after reading “The New Rules of Marketing and PR” by David Meerman Scott:

Successful marketers will use real-world language to convince their customers that they can solve their problem.

Focus on interesting stories.

Every time you write you have a opportunity to communicate and to convince.

A blog is a personal website written by someone who is passionate about a subject and want the world to know about it. (p. 217)