Japan’s economy is at a crossroads, and we unpack why. From a decades-long deflation hangover to today’s yen free-fall, soaring import bills, demographic headwinds, and a record defense build-up, this HD/Cast episode traces how all those threads intertwine—and why what happens in Tokyo could preview the future for the rest of the developed world.

Join us on HD/cast for a deep dive into the future of AI-driven economies. In this episode, we unpack the Agent Transaction Control Protocol for Intellectual Property (ATCP/IP)—a revolutionary framework empowering autonomous agents to negotiate, license, and trade valuable data without human oversight. Discover how these on-chain, legally binding agreements could reshape innovation, enable trustless collaboration, and unlock a new era of agent-to-agent IP exchange. Don’t miss this mind-expanding conversation!

Join us on this episode of HD/CAST as we delve into the hidden ideologies embedded within AI language models. We explore Meta's recent research, revealing how these models often mirror the worldviews of their creators, leading to biases in the information they provide. By analyzing how different LLMs describe political figures in English and Chinese, the study uncovers significant ideological differences influenced by language and regional development. We discuss the implications for users and developers, the challenges in achieving neutrality, and the importance of embracing ideological diversity in AI systems.