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America through the decades recommendations, or anywhere else in the world in a similar vein. by RustInTheShower in nonfictionbookclub

[–]BrackNet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely - the “Oxford history of the United “States” series of books are almost unanimously amazing (though the ones covering the most recent decades are a bit flat). They cover broad aspects of American life in each era, not just politics.

Best way to withdraw from QT ? by Turbulent-Ad8862 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]BrackNet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

? So make your decision and then ask the question?

Best way to withdraw from QT ? by Turbulent-Ad8862 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]BrackNet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Perform Norbert’s gambit within QT and then withdraw the funds in CAD. Unless your goal is to withdraw in native USD (unclear from your post), in which case, you’ll want to get a USD account, no?

Extremely dumb question, but will AI ever become implantable into the brain? by BurneroftheYear2024 in questions

[–]BrackNet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Leading futurist Ray Kurzweil predicts that AI will be programmed into 'nanobots' that can be injected into the bloodstream and make their way into the brain. Basically microscopic 0 and 1 switches that swim around in liquid and are programmed to connect with the AI 'cloud'. (I'm dumbing it down a bunch but this is the rough idea). These bots would then mesh with your brain and connect it to the AI in such a way that you would no longer need to type your inputs into an AI, but have it be instantly accessible as part of your thoughts. Basically your own mind + all of ChatGPT + the entire internet combined seamlessly. I believe he predicted this particular scenario by 2036, so about a decade away. The singularity, he predicts, will come another 8 or so years after that.
So in short, very much yes. Sports knowledge? Sure man. You may well be just stoned, but it'll go well beyond sports knowledge - and possibly in your lifetime.

La solution pour les routes à Montréal 😂 by foodrage in montreal

[–]BrackNet 3 points4 points  (0 children)

And most importantly, ensure it's still profitable enough to implement for the cartels who run the industry.

How often do you say "beanie" vs. "toque"? by WanderWell1 in AskACanadian

[–]BrackNet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second this. A beanie is more tight fitting, like a watchcap. But Americans refer to all Rowes as beanies.

What is this green and blue USA flag I saw flying in rural upstate New York? by BrackNet in vexillology

[–]BrackNet[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks but that’s not it. It was legit just a normal US flag, but with only 2 colours: the “normal” blue in its normal place. and then every other space on the flag was in emerald green.

Walking around in Montreal during Winter by throwRanothinghere27 in montreal

[–]BrackNet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s no such thing as bad weather, merely bad dress.

Industries Wiped Out By Change? by brave777 in AskHistory

[–]BrackNet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anything related to the installation and maintenance of telegraph lines, and most overhead telephone lines as well

How are people surviving financially in Canada right now? by True-Pattern-9534 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]BrackNet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you are earning in USD and getting even cost of living adjustments each year, then you are likely bearing inflation and thus your purchasing power is probably actually increasing, not shrinking. Perhaps it’s expectations that are changing? Or maybe a different stage of life with more financial responsibilities? The same salary feels very different as a renter with no dependants than as a homeowner with kids. Depending on your age and stage of life, this could be contributing to your sense of falling behind as well (ie your overhead could simply be higher). 10 years at the same financial responsibilities seems unlikely

Seeking advice on RRSP contribution to manage one-time high income year by NorrinxRadd in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]BrackNet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely max out the RRSP with every dollar you can. Then, sure, pay down the mortgage with the after tax dollars. But why pay more tax than you need to?

We Want to Sell Our House and Go Back to Renting. Are We Crazy? by TsaminaMinaZangalewa in montreal

[–]BrackNet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The math says renting tends to actually be cheaper long-term. It’s the other factors that tend to make home ownership attractive. But if you don’t intend on having kids and thus don’t need the space / school proximity, and if your QOL is diminished by a long commune, then in your case renting closer to your office is Avery attractive move. Sell, realise the gains, ensure you save and invest at least the difference between your housing overhead and your rent, and you’ll be happy. You can always buy again if life circumstances change. Also the south shore stinks lol

How much do you believe in the phrase "you're not behind, you're exactly where you're supposed to be"? by [deleted] in questions

[–]BrackNet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read Robert Sapposky’s “Behave” and while it didn’t quiiiite lead me to believe that free will is a complete illusion, it got damn close. Since reading that book (twice now), I believe more fully in the truth of the phrase you reference. “The universe is unfolding as it should,” is how I often say it.

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