StenoImperium celebrates its 400th article — a milestone built on truth, transparency, and independence. While often mistaken for Stenonymous, we are not the same. We’re two separate blogs, on opposite coasts, with distinct voices and philosophies, united only by our shared passion for stenography and protecting the integrity of the record in an era of automation and misinformation.
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Where the Record Is Really Being Written – A Quiet Transformation Hidden in Plain Sight
Courtrooms across America are quietly shifting from certified verbatim reporting to AI transcripts, digital recordings, and agency-controlled “roughs.” The result? Hearsay masquerading as the official record — with no clear custodian, no accountability, and enormous power flowing to private platforms. This isn’t just a professional issue; it’s a constitutional one. If we lose control of the record, we lose control of justice itself.
Free Roughs, Hidden Costs – How AI Transcription Is Quietly Rewriting the Legal Record
Kerala is openly mandating AI transcription in every courtroom. In the U.S., the same shift is happening quietly. Esquire and Veritext now hand out free AI rough drafts, reshaping transcript control through corporate platforms — while some LA Superior Court judges secretly use machine drafts during remote hearings. Policy, business, and judicial habit are converging — outside public view.
Not All That Glitters is Gold: Exposing Unethical Business Practices, Including the Illegal Use of ‘Volunteers’ at SITC
Running a successful business comes with daily challenges, requiring transparency, ethical conduct, and legal compliance. Ethical business practices ensure fair treatment of employees and customers while fostering trust. Businesses must properly classify workers and comply with wage laws. Transparency in finances and operations is essential, especially for those organizing large events. Consumers and stakeholders should support businesses that uphold ethical and legal standards, promoting long-term industry integrity.
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