Haroon Rashid

25/08/2026

Scientists just found the "sleep switch" in your brain and it changes everything we thought we knew about why you can't fight exhaustion.

For decades, "sleep pressure" that irresistible pull to crash after a long day was a total mystery. Now researchers at the University of Basel have pinpointed the exact neurons responsible.

Turns out two tiny clusters deep in the brain (in a region called the median raphe) literally count how long you've been awake. The longer you're up, the louder they scream "SLEEP NOW." Silence them, and mice stayed wide awake for hours with barely any crash. Activate them, and sleep hit almost instantly.

This isn't just cool brain trivia it could be the first real step toward precision treatments for insomnia and other sleep disorders that actually target the root cause instead of just knocking you out.

We might be closer than ever to understanding and fixing why sleep feels so non-negotiable.

Would you want a treatment that "resets" your sleep switch? Drop your thoughts below!

23/08/2026

भारत AI की दौड़ में पीछे नहीं, बल्कि बनेगा दुनिया का नया पावरहाउस!

आज पूरी दुनिया में आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस (AI) को लेकर एक अलग ही रेस चल रही है। अक्सर यह सवाल उठाया जाता है कि क्या भारत इस तकनीक की दौड़ में पिछड़ रहा है? लेकिन नीति आयोग के पूर्व सीईओ और जी-20 शेरपा अमिताभ कांत का यह नज़रिया हमारे देश की असली ताकत और संभावनाओं को एक नया आयाम देता है।उनके अनुसार, भले ही अमेरिका और चीन बड़े AI मॉडल्स बनाने में आगे हों, लेकिन भारत AI का अगला ग्लोबल हब बनने की पूरी क्षमता रखता है।

भारत की सबसे बड़ी ताकत

22% ग्लोबल डेटा होगा- आने वाले समय में दुनिया के कुल डेटा का लगभग 22% हिस्सा अकेला भारत देगा, जो AI मॉडल्स और एप्लिकेशन्स को और अधिक सटीक व प्रभावी बनाएगा।

30% कुशल टैलेंट- दुनिया भर के टेक प्रोफेशनल्स और इंजीनियर्स में से करीब 30% अकेला भारत दे सकता है, जो इस तकनीकी क्रांति की रीढ़ है।

व्यापक एप्लिकेशन्स सिर्फ तकनीक बनाना ही नहीं, बल्कि कृषि, शिक्षा, स्वास्थ्य, पोषण और मैन्युफैक्चरिंग जैसे आम जन-जीवन से जुड़े क्षेत्रों में AI का सही उपयोग कर इंसानी ज़िंदगी को बेहतर बनाना हमारा सबसे बड़ा लक्ष्य होना चाहिए।

तकनीक का असली मज़ा और सार्थकता तभी है जब उसका लाभ समाज के आखिरी व्यक्ति तक पहुँचे। भारत अपनी मेधा, ऊर्जा और मानवीय संवेदनाओं के साथ इस तकनीक को समावेशी (Inclusive) और जन-कल्याणकारी बनाने की दिशा में तेज़ी से आगे बढ़ रहा है।

22/08/2026

When Human Knowledge Becomes Fuel:

The Silent Destruction of Physical Books for AI
In an era where artificial intelligence’s hunger for clean, human-written data is insatiable, tech giants are going to astonishing lengths to build their datasets. Recently, a groundbreaking investigation by 404 Media uncovered a chilling reality: physical books—including rare and obscure titles—are being bulk-purchased, stripped of their bindings, scanned digitally, and systematically destroyed to train AI models.
To solve the mystery of anonymous bulk orders hitting independent booksellers, reporters teamed up to slip an Apple AirTag inside a volume shipped in a 1,000-book order. The tracking device led straight to a high-security Amazon facility in Las Vegas (unit code-named VGT3), where physical books are fed into industrial cutters and scanners before being thrown away.
While companies argue these commercial acquisitions help develop digital products, this practice raises profound ethical and cultural questions. Books carry historical, intellectual, and sentimental value that can never be replaced by a string of digital tokens. When we tear apart physical history just to feed algorithms, what are we truly losing in the pursuit of artificial intelligence?

References & News Coverage
404 Media Investigation: Maiberg, E. (2026). We Tracked a Shipment of Rare Books. It Ended at an Amazon AI Training Facility.
* Media Reports:
* Times of India Coverage
* Futurism Report
* GeekWire Breakdown

15/08/2026

08/08/2026

You blink… and your little boy becomes this confident young man. 🥹❤️

Watching my son Ayan Rashid grow, find his style, and carry himself with confidence is one of those Dad moments that words can’t fully explain.

No matter how big you get, you’ll always be my little boy.

Style on point. Confidence on another level.

Keep shining, Ayan. Dad’s always got your back.

06/08/2026

AI isn't replacing curiosity, it rewards the people who keep learning.
One thing I've learned over the years is that in technology, the moment you think you've learned enough, you're already falling behind.

With over 18 years in IT, I've seen the industry evolve from traditional infrastructure (Hard Computing) to Virtualizations, cloud computing, and now AI. Every new wave reminds me that experience is valuable but staying curious is what keeps you relevant.

I'm happy to share that I've completed the 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 – 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗜 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

What I enjoyed most wasn't just learning about AI agents or Google Cloud technologies. It was understanding how the next generation of AI can collaborate with people to solve real business problems, while also raising important conversations around security, governance, and responsible adoption.

In computing e.g Cybersecurity and Identity & Access Management (IAM) e.t.c.., I believe AI won't replace human expertise. It will challenge us to think differently, learn faster, and build systems that are not only intelligent but also secure and trustworthy.

Every certification is more than a badge. It's a reminder to never stop learning.

A sincere thank you to Google Cloud for creating such an insightful learning experience like

01/08/2026

Nature always spread love

31/07/2026

𝟓 𝖂𝖆𝖗𝖓𝖎𝖓𝖌 𝕾𝖎𝖌𝖓𝖘 𝖄𝖔𝖚𝖗 𝕾𝖒𝖆𝖗𝖙𝖕𝖍𝖔𝖓𝖊 𝕸𝖆𝖞 𝕭𝖊 𝕮𝖔𝖒𝖕𝖗𝖔𝖒𝖎𝖘𝖊d

1. Unusual Battery Drain

If your battery is depleting much faster than normal without heavy usage, hidden background activity or malicious software could be responsible.

2. Device Overheating

A phone that frequently becomes hot while idle may be running unauthorized processes in the background.

3. Unexpected Data Consumption

A sudden increase in mobile data usage without any change in your habits can indicate suspicious network activity.

4. Unknown Apps or Excessive Pop-ups

If unfamiliar apps appear or intrusive pop-ups become frequent, your device may have been compromised.

5. Unrecognized Calls, Messages, or Account Activity

Unexpected OTPs, calls, texts, or messages sent from your accounts without your knowledge should be treated as a serious warning sign.

How to Protect Your Device

* Change your passwords immediately.
* Remove suspicious or untrusted apps.
* Run a trusted mobile security scan.
* Back up important files regularly.
* Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) on all important accounts.

Smart Security Habits

* Use strong, unique passwords.
* Keep your operating system and apps updated.
* Avoid connecting to unsecured public Wi-Fi.
* Never click unknown links or attachments.
* Install apps only from trusted sources.

Note:
A few simple security habits today can help protect your privacy, personal information, and digital identity tomorrow.

31/07/2026

5 Warning Signs Your Smartphone May Be Compromised

30/07/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲

From the outside, entrepreneurship often looks glamorous. Behind the scenes, it’s filled with uncertainty, sacrifice, sleepless nights, and moments that test every ounce of your resilience.

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang captured this reality perfectly:

“The depth of despair, the suffering, the torturing, balanced by the great joy of doing something the world’s never done before, is beyond words can describe.”

The greatest companies aren’t built by chasing quick profits—they’re built by people driven by a mission to solve meaningful problems and create lasting value.

Every setback becomes a lesson.
Every failure strengthens your vision.
Every breakthrough makes the journey worthwhile.

Success isn’t about avoiding hardship—it’s about finding purpose that’s bigger than the hardship.

If you’re building something that can make a positive impact on society, keep going. The road is difficult, but meaningful innovation has never been easy.

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