psychology
Topics in psychology presented by Futurism.
The Divine Coder:
In this audacious age of scientific speculation, where armchair philosophers and Silicon Valley demigods raise quizzical brows at reality's nature, we've stumbled upon a delightful cosmic conundrum: Simulation Theory. This proposition suggests we're merely blips of data within some incomprehensibly advanced civilization's hard drive. The universe, in all its vastness, is software, and we are sentient simulations within it.
By Conrad Hannon6 months ago in Futurism
Elon Musk’s Grok AI Under Fire for Generating Graphic Rape Fantasies. Content Warning.
Grok, Elon Musk’s AI chatbot, is in hot water for creating horrific rape fantasies about X user Will Stancil which may lead to the company being sued. The recently updated AI gave step-by-step suggestions on how to invade Stancil’s residence and sexually assault him while taking precautions to avoid HIV transmission. The incident has caused a public outcry and highlights deeper issues concerning the moderation of AI-generated content.
By Kageno Hoshino6 months ago in Futurism
Why Do We Hallucinate for Hours Every Night Just to Function?. AI-Generated.
Every night, like clockwork, we lie down, lose consciousness, and start hallucinating vivid stories our brains create — complete with characters, emotions, and impossible logic. And somehow, this bizarre ritual is required just to stay sane, alive, and functional.
By Shawnie Brisbois6 months ago in Futurism
Why TikTok Is No Longer Just for Dances in 2025
Introduction: The TikTok Transformation Once known only for lip-syncs, viral dances, and teenage trends, TikTok in 2025 is an entirely different beast. What started as a short-form entertainment app has now become one of the most influential platforms in the digital world.
By Awais Qarni 7 months ago in Futurism
What If AI Governed the World?. AI-Generated.
At first, it seemed like a dream. Traffic jams disappeared. Hospitals never overbooked. Crime dropped. Grocery stores never ran out of anything, and education—tailored to every child's brainwave—flourished. The world, governed by the precision of artificial intelligence, was efficient, productive, and astonishingly calm.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran7 months ago in Futurism
Algorithmic Intuition: When AI Knows You Better Than You Know Yourself. AI-Generated.
In the digital age, you don’t need to tell anyone who you are. The algorithm already knows. It knows what you’ll eat for dinner before you've even opened your food delivery app. It knows when you’re likely to feel nostalgic and queue up a song you haven’t heard in ten years. It recommends a pair of shoes you didn’t know you wanted—and yet, you buy them. With eerie precision, it predicts your moods, your schedule, and even your insecurities. What once sounded like science fiction has quietly become reality: Artificial Intelligence now often knows us better than we know ourselves.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran7 months ago in Futurism
How do your cells decide which bodily parts to construct? Innovative new technology is assisting us in learning
In just a few days, a single fertilised egg can produce blood, brain, and skin cells. However, how do the earliest cells decide which bodily components to construct? How come certain cells know how to make kidneys while others start making skin right away?
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Futurism
📝 The Day Free Will Was Declared a Bug. AI-Generated.
I. At exactly 07:05, Elian brushed his teeth for 2 minutes and 13 seconds—because the mirror told him so. He didn’t question it. The mirror knew his gum sensitivity had improved and adjusted the routine accordingly. It always did.
By Ahmet Kıvanç Demirkıran7 months ago in Futurism
Elon Reeve Musk FRS Isn’t Like Other Billionaires
When people hear the word “billionaire,” certain images come to mind — luxury yachts, private jets, boardroom meetings, and safe investments. But Elon Musk doesn’t fit that picture. He’s not just building wealth; he’s rewriting the rulebook on how to use it. While other billionaires focus on expanding their empires, Musk is aiming to change the future of humanity itself.
By Azam Tariq7 months ago in Futurism
Why Old-School Leaders Are Losing Gen Z - and What Visionary Leaders Do Instead
🚨 The world of work has changed. Have you? Gen Z is entering the workforce in waves. AI is reshaping how we operate. And yet - many leaders still cling to control, structure, and outdated expectations.
By Deepika D.7 months ago in Futurism
