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Author: Loknath Das

Towards a Technology for the People

Loknath Das

Contrary to commonly held belief, science and technology are not the neutral application and advancement of knowledge and technical capabilities. They are political, primarily designed and developed for the benefit of a society’s ruling class. Powerful military weaponry, advanced surveillance capabilities, job-eliminating automation, increased job precarity through Uber and the like—these are not natural and inevitable progressions of technology, but an intentional program set forth by the class that funds and directs it. This political analysis of technology is one of the many significant contributions that Science for the People…

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Allocating Your Investment Assets For Steady Growth

Loknath Das

Allocating Your Investment Assets For Steady Growth Lately, I have come across many “investors” who are experiencing significant losses on their investments, either due to the current bear market or the underperformance of their investment. And because of this, many book readers have approached me, worried about their investments. The most frequently asked question I encounter is: “How do I make money on my investments during a tough market like this?” I find it gratifying when individuals approach me with an awareness of the significance of investing and have already…

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Who Are Aging The stress of home care for an aging parent

Loknath Das

An AARP survey found that 49% of respondents expect to be a caregiver in the future and 21% of respondents aged 18+ say they are currently caregivers. In some instances, caregiving responsibilities can be a source of stress for the person receiving care, regardless of whether they live with family or are enrolled in a residential facility. Aging parents requiring home care in particular can often represent a challenge for adult children. Intergenerational living can be a joy, but adult children may also have trouble juggling work, childcare, and housework…

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Allocating Your Investment Assets For Steady Growth

Loknath Das

Lately, I have come across many “investors” who are experiencing significant losses on their investments, either due to the current bear market or the underperformance of their investment. And because of this, many book readers have approached me, worried about their investments. The most frequently asked question I encounter is: “How do I make money on my investments during a tough market like this?” I find it gratifying when individuals approach me with an awareness of the significance of investing and have already undertaken the necessary steps to grow their…

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Relationships and social media

Loknath Das

A new study has identified Facebook as a home wrecker, in addition to the usual warning signs of a relationship ending, such as constant fighting and a shrinking sex life. Users of social media were found to be more likely to change their relationship status to “single” as a result of using the site, according to Boston University research. It found that the divorce rate increased by 2.18 percent in each state in the United States for every 20 percent increase in Facebook users. However, Dr. Tracey Hunter of Brisbane…

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Small Business Reputation Management: From Crisis to Success

Loknath Das

The Importance of Reputation Management for Small Businesses Reputation management is key for any business, but it’s especially important for small businesses. With all the PR nightmares out there on TikTok and X, it is becoming very apparent that our online presence significantly impacts how potential customers perceive our businesses. What we’re trying to get across is that good reputation management habits can lead to increased trust and customer loyalty, while a poor reputation can drive customers away. You don’t want that, and we don’t want that for you. So,…

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