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What Makes AI Agents So Effective in Recruitment?
Remember the days when hiring meant printing out CVs, manually scheduling interviews, and endlessly emailing back and forth with candidates? For many recruiters, that's still the norm. However, a quiet revolution is underway, and AI is at its forefront.
By iSmartRecruit6 months ago in Futurism
Rocks from Mars and Bones from the Past: When a Dinosaur Outshined a Martian Treasure
In a universe where wealthy individuals compete to reach Mars and researchers discover mysteries from Earth's distant history, a recent auction seemed to combine these two fascinations perfectly. The largest fragment of Mars ever located on our planet was auctioned off for an astonishing $5.3 million—yet, in an unexpected turn, it wasn't the main attraction.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan6 months ago in Futurism
The Future Is Born: Eight Babies, Three Parents, and One Scientific Breakthrough
In a scenario that seems lifted from a science fiction story set in the future, eight healthy infants have come into the world thanks to DNA contributions from a trio—two females and one male—utilizing an advanced IVF method. These are not artificially created super-babies nor are they clones; they are genuine, flourishing newborns made possible by mitochondrial donation, an innovative advancement that may revolutionize our methods for tackling infertility and genetic disorders.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan6 months ago in Futurism
The Sacred Scent: The Timeless Mystery and Majesty of Oudh (Agarwood)
What is Oudh? “عود کیا ہے؟” — What is Oudh? Oudh, also known as Agarwood, is no ordinary wood. It is a dark, resinous heartwood that forms inside Aquilaria trees when they become infected with a specific type of mold. But the story of Oudh is far more than just a biological reaction. It's a sacred tree, a religious symbol, a medicine, and a luxury fragrance—deeply rooted in the spiritual, historical, and economic fabric of multiple civilizations.
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in Futurism
Now, you can message offline “Bitchat”:
In a digital age where connectivity is often considered a lifeline, the recent unveiling of Bitchat by tech entrepreneur Jack Dorsey feels nothing short of revolutionary. Bitchat is a peer-to-peer messaging app that does not require Wi-Fi, internet, or cellular service. Instead, it operates solely via Bluetooth, creating a mesh network among nearby devices. The idea is simple, yet transformative: to enable secure, private, and censorship-resistant communication—even during complete internet blackouts.
By Keramatullah Wardak6 months ago in Futurism
Ibn Tufail: The Andalusian Philosopher Who Inspired Tarzan, Robinson Crusoe, and The Jungle Book
In the heart of 12th-century Islamic Spain, known as Al-Andalus, a polymath named Abū Bakr Muhammad ibn ‘Abd al-Malik ibn Tufail, better known as Ibn Tufail, crafted a philosophical tale that would echo through centuries. His novel, Ḥayy ibn Yaqẓān (Alive, Son of Awake), tells the story of a boy raised by a doe on a deserted island, untouched by society. Through nature and reason alone, he discovers survival, morality, science, and God.
By Ikram Ullah7 months ago in Futurism
