Curious about the world?
Hi — I’m Chak Kakani.
I’m a computer engineer by training, with over 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur, speaker, mentor, and coach. I serve on the boards of several companies and continue to guide leaders, teams, and founders across disciplines.
But what truly defines me is curiosity.
A lifelong reader and thinker, I’ve immersed myself in philosophy, history, culture, political science, economics, finance, and systems. That cross-disciplinary lens shapes everything I write.
Welcome to kakani.co
This is my thinking space—where ideas flow freely across disciplines and ideologies.
It’s not confined to a single industry or niche. Instead, it’s a space for exploring the timeless, the controversial, and the foundational—through the lens of a free and questioning mind.
Here, I write about:
The roots of Western civilization and its moral framework
Eastern civilizations and contribution to the West (Will Durant’s ‘Story of Civilization’ Book 1, “Our Oriental Heritage”)
Political philosophy and systems of governance
History and the long arc of human development
Science and technology if it doesn’t fit into chiptechtalk (my other publication).
The role of culture, art, and identity in shaping society
Economic theory, individual freedom, and the cost of control
Media, language, and the power of ideas
Whether I’m unpacking ancient texts or analyzing modern policy, my aim is the same: to pursue clarity, connect the dots, and challenge assumptions.
If you’re intellectually curious and enjoy a wide range of topics, you’ll probably feel at home here.
✍️ AI Writing Policy
I use AI as a research assistant and exploratory tool, but every article you read here is written by me.
I value original thought and responsible discourse far more than trending takes or viral content. You’ll find depth over dopamine and insight over noise.
AI may support the process, but the voice, values, and judgment behind every post are entirely my own. That’s my promise to you.
P.S. I also write two other publications you may enjoy:
👉 chiptechtalk.kakani.co: Where I decode the full AI infrastructure stack—from chips and compute to geopolitics and trade.
👉 craft.kakani.co: On leadership, team building, coaching, mentorship, personal development, and productivity systems.
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