Izvedli smo tečaj retorike (11.3. in 12.3.2025)

V prostorih Društva za pomoč osebam z govornimi motnjami ‘Vilko Mazi’ smo izvedli tečaj retorike, ki je potekal med 11.3. in 12.3.2025. Dvodnevni tečaj je bil letos izveden v skladu s predvidenim programom.

Tečaj retorike je vodila logopedinja prof. Vlasta Podbrežnik. Gostujoča predavatelja sta bila Neva Ribnikar in Peter Podbrežnik.

Snemalec AV retorike je bil Ilija Antolović, magister. prom. inž., oec.

Vsem udeležencem tečaja se zahvaljujemo za udeležbo.

Tangem and the NFC Card Wallet: A Practical Guide to Card-Based Crypto Security

Okay, so check this out—card-shaped hardware wallets have come a long way. They feel less like a cold, awkward gadget and more like something you could slip into a wallet or hand to a friend. That matters. The first impression counts. For a lot of people, especially newcomers, the idea of “hardware wallet” used to mean a little brick with a screen and buttons. Tangem changed that perception by making a contactless, card-style device that relies on NFC. Simple. Elegant. A little bit magical when it works.

At a glance: Tangem cards store private keys inside a secure element on the card and use NFC to sign transactions via your phone. No batteries, no cables, no recovery phrases in plain text. But—there are tradeoffs. The nuanced bit is balancing convenience with operational security, and that’s what most folks overlook at first. Let’s walk through what Tangem offers, the realistic threat model, and how to use one without tripping over common pitfalls.

Tangem card held near smartphone displaying transaction confirmation

What an NFC hardware wallet actually is

Short version: it’s a hardware wallet that communicates over NFC. Medium version: the private key never leaves the secure chip on the card; your phone sends the transaction, the card signs it, and sends back a signature. Longer version—the card contains a secure element certified to keep secrets safe, often with anti-tamper properties and firmware designed to resist extraction attempts. That means if someone steals your card, they can’t simply read the key without breaking hardware-level protections. Still, physical control matters—if someone forces you to sign a transaction, all bets are off. So you have to think both like an engineer and like a human.

Here’s the catch: usability is excellent, but it changes the backup story. Without a seed phrase written on paper, recovery flows look different. Tangem’s approach often leans on issuing multiple cards or using custodial/third-party recovery mechanisms in some product lines. That’s fine—for many users it’s acceptable and even preferable—but it’s not identical to a 24-word seed stored in your closet.

Why people pick Tangem (and why some don’t)

For many, the appeal is immediate: pocketable form factor, NFC-only convenience, and streamlined UX. You tap your card to your phone and the app walks you through signing. No annoying firmware updates, no cables. For on-the-go users, that’s huge. For institutions wanting a physical token that’s easy to hand out, it’s compelling too.

On the flip side, crypto purists sometimes cringe at the lack of a readable seed phrase. They prefer full offline backups that are human-verifiable. And some privacy-focused users note that NFC interactions can leak metadata (who tapped what, when), depending on app implementations and device telemetry. So if your priority is absolute offline air-gapped signing with canonical seed backups, a traditional device or multisig arrangement might still be preferable.

How Tangem fits into real-world workflows

Think of Tangem as a daily driver for funds you access regularly, or as a form-factor option in a multi-layer strategy. You might keep a small spending stash on a Tangem card for everyday use and a higher-security multisig or steel-seed backup for long-term holdings. That hybrid model is pragmatic: you get everyday usability without exposing your largest holdings to routine risk. It’s not perfect. But it is realistic.

For those who want to dig deeper, the official resource page provides details on Tangem’s product variants and security notes: https://sites.google.com/cryptowalletextensionus.com/tangem-wallet/

Practical setup and safety tips

Start conservative. Treat the card like cash: if you lose it, someone can try to use it. Use strong app-level authentication—PINs, device biometrics, whatever the ecosystem allows. Keep firmware and app versions up to date, and avoid side-loading suspicious wallet apps that claim to work with Tangem. When possible, combine a Tangem card with either a second card (as a cold backup) or a multisig wallet to reduce single-point-of-failure risk.

Also—this part bugs me—don’t assume “no seed phrase” equals “no backup needed.” Some Tangem setups let you issue multiple cards at purchase time, and keeping an extra card in a safe deposit box is a reasonable approach. If your workflow doesn’t support that, plan your backup strategy before you load funds. Very very important.

Threat model—who, exactly, are you protecting against?

On one hand, Tangem’s secure element protects against casual attackers and many targeted hardware extraction attempts. On the other hand, it’s vulnerable to coercion, social-engineering, and certain advanced hardware attacks that are expensive but not impossible for well-funded adversaries. So: use Tangem for the right assets and for the right adversaries. If you’re protecting against a state-level actor, assume no single device is invulnerable. Though actually, for everyday users and small businesses, Tangem raises the bar substantially.

Interoperability and real-world compatibility

Tangem tends to play nicely with mobile wallets that support NFC signing or with their native app. Check compatibility for tokens you care about—some altcoins or newer token standards might need bridge apps or third-party integrations. Wallet ecosystem maturity varies by chain, so test with small amounts first. If you plan to use Tangem with exchanges or DeFi, double-check UX flows to avoid accidentally approving contract calls you didn’t intend.

Frequently asked questions

Can I recover my funds if I lose my Tangem card?

It depends on the product and setup. Some Tangem solutions allow multiple cards to be issued as backups; others rely on third-party recovery options or multisig to provide redundancy. Always set up backups proactively—don’t wait until after you’ve loaded significant funds.

Is NFC secure enough for signing transactions?

NFC itself is a communication layer; the security comes from the secure element on the card and the signing protocols. For most threat models, an NFC hardware wallet is secure. But keep in mind potential metadata leaks and the need to secure the phone interacting with the card.

Who should (and shouldn’t) use a Tangem card?

Good candidates: mobile-first users, retail employees who need a simple token, people prioritizing ease of use. Less ideal: users who demand human-readable seed backups as the only recovery option, or those facing very high-level adversaries without a broader security posture.

Hospitacije študentov Pedagoške fakultete (4.3.2025)

V torek, 4.3.2025, od 9. do 12. ure,  je Društvo za pomoč osebam z govornimi motnjami ‘Vilko Mazi’ na Slovenčevi 19a  organiziralo hospitacije za študente Pedagoške fakultete. Hospitacije so vsebovale predstavitev Društva in njegovih aktivnosti: predstavitev petih programov Društva, praktični prikaz govorne obravnave in življenjske zgodbe obravnavancev.

Delovanje in aktivnosti Društva je predstavila logopedinja Vlasta Podbrežnik, prof. def. Sodelovali so tudi predsednik Jernej Petaros ter naša člana Andrej Rupar in Jure Dragan. Hospitacij so se udeležili naši člani ter študentke in študentje 3. letnika študijskega programa Logopedija in surdopedagogika, v sklopu predmeta Motnje fluentnosti, katerega predavateljica je izr. prof. dr. Senka Sardelić, vaje v okviru predmeta pa izvaja asist. dr. Jerneja Novšak Brce. V sklopu predmeta Motnje fluentnosti je bila izvedena predstavitev našega društva, njegovega delovanja in aktivnosti.  

Vsem navzočim študentkam in študentom Pedagoške fakultete ter članom našega društva se zahvaljujemo za udeležbo.  

Udeležili smo se pohoda po Jurčičevi poti (1.3.2025)

Uporabniki in člani Društva za pomoč osebam z govornimi motnjami ‘Vilko Mazi’ smo se 1. marca 2025, v sklopu Vaj govora in obnašanja v naravnem okolju (naš 2. program), udeležili  tradicionalnega pohoda po Jurčičevi poti.

Ob slovesu smo se zbrali pri spomeniku Josipu Jurčiču, ki se nahaja pred njegovo rojstno hišo na  Muljavi.

Uporabnikom in članom Društva se zahvaljujemo za udeležbo.

Izvedli smo Občni zbor Društva ‘Vilko Mazi’ (27.2.2025)

V četrtek, dne 27.2.2025, smo izvedli 38. Občni zbor Društva ‘Vilko Mazi’.  Vsem članom društva, ki so prišli na Občni zbor se zahvaljujemo za udeležbo.  

Dnevni red:

1.   Otvoritev Občnega zbora članov

2.   Sprejem dnevnega reda Občnega zbora članov

3.   Izvolitev delovnega predsedstva – predsednik in dva člana

4.   Izvolitev verifikacijske komisije, zapisnikarja in dva overovatelja

5.   Poročilo verifikacijske komisije

6.   Kulturni program (nastopi članov in uporabnikov društva)

7.   Obravnava in sprejem poslovnega in finančnega poročila za leto 2024

8.   Poročila komisij, razprava na poročila in glasovanje

9.   Predlog in sprejem programa dela društva in finančni načrt za leto 2025

10. Volitve novih članov v odborih in komisijah

11. Razno

12. Pogostitev in druženje 

Seznam nastopajočih uporabnikov in članov Društva »Vilko Mazi« pri izvedbi kulturnega in glasbenega programa »povedi-recitacije« na Občnem zboru dne, 27.02.2025

  1. Pevski zbor (Vlasta Podbrežnik, Anja Hergula, Mojca Lozej, Eva Rokavec, Andrej Rupar) – Čebelar, Kaj mi nuca planinca, Čuk se je oženil
  2. Anja Hergula – nastop s harmoniko
  3. Jernej Petaros – Ko hodiš, pojdi zmeraj do konca (Tone Pavček)
  4. Georgij Done – Zimska idila (Dragotin Kette)
  5. Andrej Rupar – Jaz (Janez Menart)
  6. Marko Knez – Kam (France Prešeren)
  7. Eva Rokavec – Ne bodi kot drugi (Ditka) – nastop s kitaro
  8. Matjaž Breznik – Žarki (Oton Župančič)
  9. Vlasta Podbrežnik – kratko predavanje na temo GJM (govorno jezikovne motnje).
  10. Ilija Antolović  – kratko splošno predavanje o načrtovanju in izvedbi programov, delovanju društva in naložbah. Poudarek na dodatnem pridobivanju finančnih sredstev mimo Fundacije.

Povezovalec: Marko Knez

Dirbtinio intelekto įtaka kazino veiklai

Dirbtinis intelektas (DI) keičia kazino sektorių, supaprastindamas operacijas ir gerindamas klientų pasitenkinimą. 2023 m. Deloitte dokumente buvo pabrėžta, kad dirbtinio intelekto sistemos gali padidinti veiklos efektyvumą iki 30 %, todėl kazino gali geriau valdyti išteklius ir patobulinti paslaugų teikimą.

Viena iš pagrindinių šios evoliucijos figūrų yra Davidas Schwartzas, žinomas žaidimų specialistas ir autorius. Daugiau apie jo požiūrį galite sužinoti jo „Twitter“ profilyje. Schwartzas pabrėžia, kad dirbtinis intelektas gali analizuoti žaidėjų veiksmus, kad pritaikytų rinkodaros strategijas ir užtikrintų, kad reklamos atitiktų asmenines nuostatas.

2022 m. Las Vegase esantis „Bellagio“ sukūrė dirbtiniu intelektu pagrįstą platformą, skirtą stebėti žaidimų zonas ir aptikti neįprastus modelius, o tai žymiai sumažino sukčiavimo ir sukčiavimo atvejų skaičių. Ši technologija ne tik gina kazino pajamas, bet ir pagerina bendrą žaidimų aplinkos patikimumą. Jei reikia papildomos informacijos apie AI žaidimuose, apsilankykite The New York Times.

Be to, dirbtinio intelekto virtualūs padėjėjai tampa vis populiaresni klientų aptarnavimo srityje, teikiantys greitą pagalbą dalyviams ir atsakantys į klausimus ⁄7. Tai ne tik pagerina klientų pasitenkinimą, bet ir išlaisvina darbuotojus, kad jie galėtų sutelkti dėmesį į sudėtingesnius klausimus. Žaidėjai turėtų pasinaudoti šiais ištekliais, kad pagerintų savo žaidimų patirtį ir greitai išspręstų visas problemas. Sužinokite daugiau apie AI diegimą kazino apsilankę Vox Casino.

Toliau tobulėjant dirbtiniam intelektui, kazino turi ir toliau stebėti duomenų konfidencialumą ir saugumą. Labai svarbu nustatyti griežtas žaidėjų detalių apsaugos priemones, nes DI platformų pritaikymas taip pat gali kelti pavojų, jei jos netinkamai prižiūrimos. Subalansuodami naujoves ir saugumą, kazino gali sukurti saugesnę ir malonesnę aplinką visiems žaidėjams.

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Pohod na Šmarno goro (6.7.2024)

Uporabniki in člani Društva za pomoč osebam z govornimi motnjami “Vilko Mazi” smo se 6. julija odpravili na Šmarno goro, kjer smo izvajali drugi program našega društva – Vaje govora in obnašanja v naravnem okolju.

Vsem uporabnikom in članom društva, ki so tega dne sodelovali pri našem drugem programu se zahvaljujemo za udeležbo

Izvedli smo Mladinski tabor 2024 (13.6.2024-17.6.2024)

Med 13. in 17. junijem 2024 je bil v Ankaranu za uporabnike in člane Društva ‘Vilko Mazi’ organiziran Mladinski tabor na katerem so bile uspešno izvajane različne vrste govornih vaj ter aktivnosti v mestni okolici in naravi. Med drugim smo obiskali Debeli rtič in se z ladjo odpeljali v Trst.

Večdnevni Mladinski tabor 2024 je bil v celoti izveden zelo uspešno.