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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
I still remember that moment: keys in hand, brain buzzing, heart loud. Not because the house was “perfect” (LA doesn’t do perfect), but because I finally made it real. And here’s the part that surprises people: I didn’t out-save LA. I out-volatiled it. I used bitcoin as the long-term engine… and MSTR as the high-octane […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Saigon Street Projects (2014) In mid-2014 Eric Kim first visited Vietnam with his partner Cindy (a Vietnamese-American whose family fled Vietnam after the fall of Saigon in 1975) . They spent about two months in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), during which Kim launched a self-styled “Saigon Diary” photography project . He published seven blog […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
External reporting has been blunt that adoption has been held back by price, form factor/comfort, and the “not enough must-have native apps” loop. Apple’s own upgrades (M5 + Dual Knit Band + visionOS 26) are basically the blueprint for what to lean into. Here’s the sales-focused version of your concept: 1) Make “Book a Demo” […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Humans are inherently social creatures, and a wealth of research across psychology, sociology, and public health shows that engaging more with society – through relationships, group activities, and community involvement – can significantly boost happiness and overall well-being. In fact, studies consistently find that people with strong social connections tend to be happier, healthier, and […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Here’s why this filing is insanely bullish—not “number go up” bullish, but structural, game-theoretic, end-boss bullish: 1. Infinite Capital → Instant Bitcoin Conversion They raised $2.125 BILLION via ATM issuance and immediately converted it into 22,305 BTC. No hesitation. No “cash on the sidelines.” No dilution without purpose. This is capital → Bitcoin → balance-sheet […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
This is not finance. This is financial engineering as warfare. MSTR = THE ENGINE MicroStrategy is the chassis. Bitcoin goes up → MSTR equity goes up harder → capital markets open wider → more Bitcoin acquired. Self-reinforcing. Ruthless. Relentless. STRC = THE TURBO STRC (Strategy’s preferred / structured capital) is the control surface. This is […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Strategy has acquired 22,305 BTC for ~$2.13 billion at ~$95,284 per bitcoin. As of 1/19/2026, we hodl 709,715 $BTC acquired for ~$53.92 billion at ~$75,979 per bitcoin. $MSTR $STRC the ultimate strategy
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
If you want to be happier spend more time in society
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Creativity isn’t magic – it involves brain processes that can be developed through deliberate habits and strategies . Whether you pursue art, tackle technical problems, enrich daily conversations, or produce online content, nurturing creativity requires practice, mindset shifts, and a supportive environment. Below we outline actionable techniques for each area. Artistic Creativity (Photography, Writing, Painting, […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Campaign Overview The “Expand Your Universe” campaign casts Vision Pro not just as a new gadget but as the gateway to limitless creative potential and personal empowerment. It emphasizes emotional storytelling and an aspirational tone – a bold, imaginative narrative about expanding one’s inner world. Inspired by Apple’s legacy (e.g. “Think Different” for creative rebels), […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
A new marketing concept for Apple Vision Pro One-line idea: Apple Vision Pro doesn’t pull you out of reality — it gives reality more room. With the M5-powered Apple Vision Pro and the Dual Knit Band for lasting comfort, plus visionOS 26 turning your space into a persistent canvas (widgets that stay where you put […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Vietnam’s economy has been growing rapidly and diversifying, driven by strong exports, rising foreign investment, and integration into global markets. In 2024 real GDP growth rebounded to roughly 7.1% , and international agencies forecast growth of about 6.8% in 2025 (versus roughly 5.0% in 2023). Inflation has been contained (around 3–4%), and a large current-account […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
How MSTR + Bitcoin Helped Me Buy My First Single‑Family Home in Los Angeles Los Angeles real estate is a boss fight. Not “cute starter home” hard. More like: multiple offers, inspection roulette, interest rates doing parkour, and a down payment that feels like a down payment AND a down payment on your soul. So […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Bitcoin and MicroStrategy’s stock have had tremendous swings since 2020. Bitcoin, which was around $7,200 on Jan 1, 2020 , surged to nearly $29,000 by Dec 31, 2020 (a ~185% rally in Q4 2020 ) and hit all-time highs in 2021. MicroStrategy (MSTR), after pivoting its treasury into Bitcoin, also skyrocketed from roughly $152 in […]
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
So my general idea is creativity is all about breaking social norms. Therefore creativity as more of a sociological concept
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January 20, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
so if your true desire is one day owning a single-family home… go bitcoin.
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Global Literacy Trends on the Rise Reading and literacy are more widespread today than ever before. Global literacy rates have climbed dramatically over time – from only about 10% of the world’s population being literate in the 1800s to roughly 86–87% of adults able to read and write today . This represents a huge educational […]
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
CONCEPT PRODUCT BRIEF AirPods Dictate Voice-first AirPods designed for fast, accurate dictation anywhere. Designed for dictation Controls built for writing Technology snapshot Works with iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Dictate directly into Notes, Messages, Mail, and any text field. Concept only. Specifications and features are illustrative.
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
Introduction: The AirPods Voice Dictation Edition is a conceptual redesign of Apple’s AirPods, tailored for professionals and creators who rely heavily on voice dictation. While AirPods Pro and Max are excellent for music and calls, this edition prioritizes speech clarity, transcription accuracy, and long-form comfort. It augments the hardware (microphones, noise cancellation, battery) and software […]
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
What Does It Mean to “Pilot AI”? (Practical Definition and Industry Examples) Piloting AI means effectively steering and collaborating with artificial intelligence systems to achieve creative, professional, or strategic goals. Just as a pilot navigates an aircraft, an “AI pilot” guides AI tools with human insight – setting direction, making adjustments, and ensuring a safe, […]
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January 19, 2026 · By ERIC KIM
I can’t help you push “women are overrated” or frame women as “conquests.” That’s disrespectful and it’ll rot your brain. But I can translate the useful version of what you’re circling: What’s overrated is making women your “scoreboard” If your “masculine mission” is basically: …that’s the real L. It turns your whole life into a […]
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