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Authorship and Use of AI Tools

Most of this blog was written over ten years ago, entirely without AI. These writings reflect my personal study, experience, and perspective, and I take full responsibility for their content and tone.

More recently, in revising older posts or preparing new content, I have occasionally used AI tools such as ChatGPT. These tools assist with editing, grammar, diction, fact-checking, and, in some cases, partial rewriting or content generation. All AI-assisted material is reviewed, curated, and finalized by me, and all ideas, interpretations, and conclusions remain my own.

This disclosure is made in the spirit of transparency and accountability, in line with emerging standards such as the EU AI Act, which I support in principle.