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Tomorrow,Today: How AI and Modern Science Are Designing the Future. AI-Generated.
Not long ago, science fiction was filled with wild dreams: talking computers, flying cars, personalized robots. Fast forward to today, and we're living those dreams in subtle but powerful ways. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and modern science aren't just buzzwords; they are the blueprints of a future that's already unfolding.
By Nowshad Ahmad6 months ago in Futurism
Human in the Code
The keyboard. Once, its cool, smooth keys had answered Alex’s quick fingers with a familiar, almost reverent rhythm. Now, from its very core, a persistent, aggrieved hum—not the cheerful clatter of innovation, but a flat, relentless drone—a dirge thrumming beneath her nightly, desperate wrestle with Project Phoenix. Phoenix. The name itself, lately, tasted like an unchewable, rancid mouthful. This was the company’s grand, audacious gamble: an AI diagnostic platform, touted as miraculous, promised to upend patient care, conjuring life-saving insights at impossible speeds. A vanguard on the bleeding edge, they’d trumpeted. But Alex, its lead architect, felt its immense weight not as a glorious promise, but as a leaden shroud, steadily tightening, stealing the very air from her lungs. Just that morning, the CEO’s voice, usually a low, resonant murmur across the office, had sharpened to a razor’s edge. It sliced through her composure like splintered glass. “Alex,” he’d clipped, each syllable a crack of a whip across the phone line, “Prometheus Labs just poached *Northwell Health*. Their new AI system is already in beta. We needed Phoenix yesterday. Do you understand? Our Q2 projections are already hemorrhaging.”
By Maxim Dudko6 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
Itology Creations- The Best Graphic Design Studio In UK
When it comes to finding a graphic design studio, many businesses focus solely on aesthetics. But is that enough? Itology Creations believes design is more than just visuals; it’s the soul of a brand, the story it tells, and the emotions it evokes.
By James Oliver6 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 Ullah6 months ago in Futurism
Work Smart, Lead Wisely: Why Strategy Beats Sweat in Today's World. AI-Generated.
“Don’t work hard, work smart.”is It’s a phrase we’ve heard a thousand times. But what does it really mean? Does smart work mean doing less? Is hard work obsolete? And when it comes to leadership, is it better to guide than to command?
By Nowshad Ahmad6 months ago in Futurism
From Moradabad to Apple’s Global Stage: Sabih Khan Becomes the New COO of Apple
Apple’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO) Sabih Khan—an Indian-origin executive originally from Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh—has been appointed to oversee iPhone manufacturing, especially in India. After over 30 years at Apple, he succeeds Jeff Williams in a strategic move by CEO Tim Cook. This milestone highlights Apple’s commitment to continuing iPhone production in India amid global trade pressures and ambitions of sustainable growth. Born in Moradabad in 1966, Khan later lived in Singapore and then moved to the U.S. for higher education, earning degrees in mechanical engineering and economics from Tufts University and a master’s from RPI. He joined Apple in 1995 and climbed the ranks—from procurement to Senior Vice President of Operations—playing crucial roles in green manufacturing, logistics, and global supply chain management. Tim Cook praised him as “a brilliant strategist” and trusted his leadership to shape Apple’s future. Apple expects India’s share in its global iPhone production to grow significantly under his leadership.
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in Futurism
Central Texas Communities Grapple with Flood Aftermath
Central Texas Communities Grapple with Flood Aftermath Recent heavy rainfall has left numerous communities in Central Texas grappling with the devastating aftermath of significant flooding. As residents begin to assess the extensive damage and disruptions caused by the torrential downpours, local authorities and organizations are mobilizing their efforts to aid those affected. The long-term repercussions of this crisis underscore critical challenges regarding community recovery and flood management in the region.
By KingFree MaN6 months ago in Futurism
AI literacy is the only way to a successful AI-human collaboration and AI-assisted education
AI literacy is not a new concept. It emerged several years when I was writing for an Ed tech publication. Back then, the talks about AI in education were common with participation of academics, researchers, ed tech companies, and education technologists.
By Susan Fourtané 6 months ago in Futurism
