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Topics and developments in science and medicine, presented by Futurism.

Exploring the Metaverse: Opportunities and Challenges in the Future of Virtual Interaction
The metaverse is a concept that has been gaining increasing attention in recent years. It refers to a virtual world where people can interact with each other and digital objects in real-time, using virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies. The metaverse is still in its early stages of development, but it has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology and with each other. In this article, we will explore what the metaverse is, its potential applications, and the challenges it poses.
By Muhammad Telmeez 3 years ago in Futurism
The Rise of Cryptocurrency: Exploring the Benefits and Challenges of Decentralized Digital Currency
Cryptocurrency, also known as digital or virtual currency, is a form of decentralized currency that uses cryptography to secure transactions and control the creation of new units. Unlike traditional currencies, cryptocurrencies operate independently of a central bank and are not regulated by any government or financial institution. Cryptocurrencies have been gaining increasing attention and popularity in recent years, as they offer a number of advantages over traditional currencies, such as lower transaction fees and faster processing times. In this article, we will explore what cryptocurrency is, how it works, and the benefits and challenges it poses.
By Muhammad Telmeez 3 years ago in Futurism
The Evolution of Genetic Modification
Since humans began domesticating animals and selectively breeding them, they have been participating in a rudimentary form of genetic modification. For thousands of years, humans have been altering various species of plants and animals. Today, many foods people take for granted, such as corn, bananas, and cucumbers, only exist in their current form as a direct result of human genetic intervention.
By Teng Huey3 years ago in Futurism
NYPD Robocops: A Step Forward or a Step Back for Public Safety?
Imagine walking down the street and seeing a 400-lb robot patrolling the area, scanning your face and license plate, and speaking to you through a speaker. Sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, this could soon be a reality in New York City, as the NYPD is planning to deploy robotic police officers, or robocops, starting this July.
By Jawad Khan3 years ago in Futurism
Futurism: The Artistic and Cultural Movement of the 20th Century
Futurism was an artistic and cultural movement that emerged in Italy in the early 20th century, and its influence spread throughout Europe and beyond. The movement was characterized by a rejection of the past and a celebration of the modern world, as well as a fascination with technology, speed, and industrialization. The futurists believed that art should be a reflection of contemporary life and that it should embrace the new possibilities offered by modern technology. This essay will discuss the key ideas behind Futurism, examining its origins, its aesthetic principles, and its impact on art and culture.
By Arish Ali 3 years ago in Futurism
The Compulogical Fallacy
In their classic work, The Philosophical Foundations of Neuroscience M.R. Bennet and P.M.S. Hacker (BH) gave the name mereological fallacy to the logical disorder at the heart of much neuroscientific thought at the time. Then, and sadly still to this day, neuroscientists commonly assigned various cognitive attributes to the brain that can only logically be attributed to a whole human being. Examples include things like having memories, desiring things, seeing, tasting, judging, evaluating, etc. Their intent was to show the logical contradictions that arise as a result. In my view they were quite successful in that endeavor.
By Everyday Junglist3 years ago in Futurism
The First Step of Mankind Towards Space Technology "Apollo 11"
In 1961, U.S. President John F. Kennedy declared that America would put a man on the moon by the end of the decade. It was an ambitious goal that seemed almost impossible at the time. But in just eight short years, NASA's Apollo 11 mission would make history and fulfill Kennedy's promise.
By Fawad Ali3 years ago in Futurism
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By Jagan S3 years ago in Futurism
How ChatGPT is Revolutionizing Customer Service and Empowering Businesses
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, businesses are finding innovative ways to incorporate it into their operations. One of the most significant areas of application is customer service, where chatbots powered by AI can help streamline communication with customers and provide faster and more personalized responses. ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI, is one of the most promising AI technologies in this field.
By Muhammad Sarib Ali3 years ago in Futurism
Hwy 87
Smoldering ash and debris encased Wolph’s lungs. The ceiling caves around them as they crawl and attempt to drag themselves to their feet. Coagulated blood coated their xiphoid still impaled by the pole. Dom’s jacket laid lightly in the puddle of blood on the floor. Seeing this, Wolph tore their shirt and grabbed Dom’s leather jacket and bit down on it before they stuffed their gaping hole of where the broken pole was. They let out an agonized scream, “Aghuuuuhhh!” At that moment, a loud bang sounded from one floor above. Wolph took the jacket and held the wound down while checking out the noise. Peering through the destroyed ceiling that exposed a symphony of broken wiring, dripping plasma, and leaking pipes, Wolph could see a figure moving beyond the floor. In hopes of Dom being alive, Wolph made it up the floor to find a big hole in the building. Wolph stared at the debris and then to the ring of the fiery opening that vignetted the midnight stars exposing the Draco constellation. There was Sergio’s cracked brain minced on the concrete floor, as preservation liquid surrounded it. Clicking heels crept behind Wolph and descended the staircase. Wolph snapped their head around. The staircase door ajar was now closing shut. “Beta!” Wolph attempted to run after her but they started to cough up blood. The building was collapsing all around them. “I have to get out of here.” Wolph looked around and saw a hole at the end of the lab. They ran as the floor quaked beneath them and jumped. The hole collapsed and Wolph fell to the second floor. Cement crushed Wolph’s injury and was pinned to the floor. They could hear Julli’s voice in the distance, or was it all in their head? ‘Wolph! WOLPH!’ Wolph could remember themself in the passenger seat with Julli whipping the UTV doing burnouts, ecstatically screaming ‘You see this shit, Wolph?! Hahaha!’ The sun beating against the warm sand. Wolph to the brink of barfing. Jokie chasing them with the dirt bike, “You break my shit, I’m chuckin’ your scopes in Big Joe’s portapotty!” Sid yelled at them to be careful as he tinkered with some device on the workbench. ‘Course they were only early-adolescents then. The epitome of what once were practical jokes, joy-rides, ghost stories, shared meals, tears and fragments of cached data seemed to have fizzled into the background.
By Set Zek3 years ago in Futurism
Sorry But Robots are Not Doing Science
Author's preface: Below is a republication of a reply to an article I had read back in 2019 suggesting that robots were doing science in laboratories around the world. Unfortunately I no longer have the link to that original article which was linked when I first published this. No matter I think you will be able to ascertain the contents of it from my reply. Suffice to say it was a disaster which I rightly proceeded to tear to shreds. Enjoy!
By Everyday Junglist3 years ago in Futurism
Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor
Air quality is a major concern for many people, especially those living in cities with high levels of pollution. Amazon has recently released its Smart Air Quality Monitor, a device that aims to help people monitor the air quality in their homes and take steps to improve it.
By Huseyin Fatih3 years ago in Futurism