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Will AI Become Smarter Than Humans?
I was reading an article earlier about how AI is improving on Tests of Intelligence and Creativity. Now, I believe that the "Test of Creativity" is likely deeply flawed, but the Tests on IQ are far more Interesting to me.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Futurism
The iPad Generation: How Technology is Shaping the Mids of Tomorrow
In an era dominated by screens and digital interfaces, a new generation is emerging – Generation Alpha. Born between 2010 and 2025, these children are growing up in a world vastly different from that of their predecessors. As the first generation to be born entirely in the 21st century, they are facing unique challenges and opportunities that are reshaping the landscape of childhood and education.
By Next Kodingabout a year ago in Futurism
The Rise of Remote Work: Transforming the Future of Employment
**The Rise of Remote Work: Transforming the Future of Employment** In recent years, remote work has emerged as a defining trend in the modern workplace, fundamentally altering how we think about employment. Once considered a perk for a select few, remote work has become a mainstream option, driven by technological advancements, changing attitudes towards work-life balance, and, most notably, the global COVID-19 pandemic. As businesses and employees alike adapt to this new reality, the rise of remote work is reshaping the future of employment in ways that were once unimaginable.
By Someoneabout a year ago in Futurism
Why Minimalism in Branding Matters More Than Ever
Why Minimalism in Branding Matters More Than Ever The growth of social media has increased consumer awareness regarding product ingredients and proper usage, resulting in more informed and selective shoppers. Today's consumers prioritize transparency and authenticity in both product content and brand values. A minimalist approach to branding that emphasizes visibility and clarity has resulted from this shift.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Futurism
A Revolution in Technology
Making Your Way Through the Internet Age Industrial, agricultural, and social revolutions have all occurred throughout history. But none have had the immediate and far-reaching impact of the digital revolution on human history. Digital technology has rapidly grown into an integral part of contemporary life, impacting not just our communication, work, learning, and even our thoughts, but also every facet of our existence.
By Estalontechabout a year ago in Futurism
Star Trek: "The Corbomite Maneuver"
"Star Trek TOS" Season 1, Episode 10, "The Corbomite Maneuver," is widely considered one of the finest moments in Trek history. Since it features a pint-sized Clint Howard as an alien villain aboard a giant floating gumball (made of smaller gumballs), I think that assessment is pretty much spot-on. The episode also showcases Kirk's ability to play space poker and illustrates why he was the only Starfleet Cadet at the Academy to ever beat the Kobayashi Maru, the infamous "no-win" situation test (a subplot highlighted in "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan"). By the end of the episode, even the casual viewer is convinced that Kirk is as cool as ice—if not literally, then at least in the sense that he never buckles under pressure.
By Tom Baker2 years ago in Futurism
What do you see through Mr. Minh Tue's walk from North to South?
In recent days, many clips have appeared on social media recording Mr. Minh Tue, also known as Le Anh Tu, 43 years old, originally from Ha Tinh province, residing in Ia Grai district, Gia Lai province, walking from North to South.
By Ken Daklak2 years ago in Futurism
"Internet phenomenon" Thich Minh Tue and the offensive noises
From an anonymous person who claimed to be "studying" according to Buddha's teachings and walking bareheaded and barefoot from South to North, from North to South, Thich Minh Tue was blown up by youtubers, tiktokers, facebookers... into an "internet phenomenon."
By Ken Daklak2 years ago in Futurism
2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey is a cinematic enigma, a cosmic dive into the primordial pool of dreams and visions of a tomorrow that may never come, but is already here. Are you satisfied yet with the mystery? Have you discovered your monolith? Kubrick called it "the most expensive religious film ever made." (He was rejoicing that MGM had yet to discover they had just financed such a film.)
By Tom Baker2 years ago in Futurism
The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the Eighth Dimension
The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the Eighth Dimension is a curious film insomuch as, right up front, it has an inconsistency with the title (the opening credits simply read 'Buckaroo Banzai," despite what the film is officially called), and the opening narration veers considerably away from the words on the screen. Weird. At any rate, it's a fun, frolicking, rollicking comic book movie, that, also, curiously, has few highs and lows; actually none. It presents its camp, comic book vision as evenly, as sedately as actor Peter "Naked Lunch, Robocop" Weller. Jeff Goldblum, Dan Hedaya, John Lithgow, Christopher Lloyd, and Ellen Barkin are along for the ride.
By Tom Baker2 years ago in Futurism
They Who?
Nineteen Eighty-Eight was a damn fine year, but it's generally not conceded, among the conspiracy-minded, to be a year when anyone got "Red Pilled." No, that peculiar, Matrix-derived designation for the time when the Red Pilled finally, finally, finally, see the world (to adapt a line from Mel Lyman) "as it really is," was still in the future. All the pilling, red, blue, or otherwise, would come along in the fullness of time. This was pre-internet, and conspiracy bulletins were still xeroxed and sent through the U.S. Mail.
By Tom Baker2 years ago in Futurism
The Future of Urban Living: Smart Cities and Their Societal Impact
The concept of smart cities is transforming urban living, leveraging technology and data to enhance the quality of life, improve sustainability, and optimize urban services. As cities worldwide face challenges such as population growth, resource management, and environmental sustainability, the integration of smart technologies offers innovative solutions. This article delves into the future of urban living through the lens of smart cities, exploring their components, benefits, challenges, and the societal impact they entail.
By bachir boukhalfa 2 years ago in Futurism