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Topics and developments in science and medicine, presented by Futurism.
The Council of Nine: Guardians of the Earth Experiment Part 3
The Council of Nine: Guardians of the Earth Experiment Atlantis, ancient DNA codes, and the awakening of forgotten power within us Let me ask you something: What if Earth was never just a random planet?
By The Secret History Of The World8 months ago in Futurism
"Trapped in the Feed: A Tale of Social Media and Self-Discovery". AI-Generated.
In the digital age, our lives have become a curated gallery—pixels of perfection that mask the messy, beautiful, and often painful truth beneath. Social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter) have become not just tools for communication but the main stage for self-presentation. Yet in the quest for likes, followers, and engagement, many are silently losing touch with their real selves. This is the story of how social media became both a trap and a mirror—and how one moment of silence sparked self-discovery.
By "TaleAlchemy"8 months ago in Futurism
Gemini 2.5’s Deep Think Mode: Can Google’s AI Outsmart Humans Now?
A Brainier AI Steps Up Ever flunk a math test so bad you wanted to hide under your desk? Yeah, me too. Now imagine an AI that could not only ace that test but explain why you bombed it, then whip up a study guide faster than you can say “calculus is evil.” That’s the vibe with Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro, especially its new Deep Think mode, unveiled at Google I/O 2025. This isn’t your average chatbot spitting out quick answers. It’s like a nerdy Sherlock on steroids, pausing to ponder multiple solutions before dropping a response that’s scarily spot-on. But can it really outsmart humans? Or is this just Google hyping up another tech toy? Let’s dig into what Deep Think does, how it’s flexing its brain, and whether it’s ready to dunk on our puny human minds—or if it’s got some growing pains.
By F. M. Rayaan8 months ago in Futurism
The Death of Search as We Know It: How AI Mode Is Rewriting the Rules
Goodbye, Blue Links—Hello, AI Brain Remember the days of typing “best pizza near me” into Google and scrolling through a dozen blue links, hoping one wasn’t a dud? Yeah, those days are on life support. Google’s AI Mode, rolled out to all U.S. users in May 2025, is flipping search upside down, turning it from a list of links into a chatty, mind-reading assistant that knows you. It’s like swapping a library card catalog for a psychic librarian who’s read your diary. Unveiled at Google I/O 2025, AI Mode uses Gemini 2.5 to deliver conversational answers, personalized results, and deep-dive reports, all while pulling from your Gmail, Calendar, and past searches. But is this the future we want? Or are we trading convenience for privacy and a fractured web? Let’s unpack how AI Mode is rewriting search’s rules—and what it means for society, from our daily habits to the businesses fighting to be seen.
By F. M. Rayaan8 months ago in Futurism
The Best Platforms to Publish and Profit as a New Writer in 2025
Breaking into the world of writing has never been easier—or more confusing. As a new writer in 2025, you’re faced with a plethora of online platforms promising visibility, creative freedom, and most importantly, income. But which ones actually deliver?
By Muhammad Sabeel8 months ago in Futurism
Can We Find Life on Alien Planets?
Can We Find Life on Alien Planets? The James Webb Telescope's Groundbreaking Discoveries The quest to answer one of humanity's most profound questions—Are we alone in the universe?—has taken a significant leap forward. Thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), scientists are now uncovering tantalizing clues that suggest life may exist beyond Earth. Among the most promising leads is the exoplanet K2-18 b, located approximately 120 light-years away in the constellation Leo.
By Shah saab IT8 months ago in Futurism
"Connected Commerce: Inside the World of WhatsApp Business". AI-Generated.
In a digital landscape crowded with communication platforms, WhatsApp Business stands out as a transformative tool for small enterprises and global brands alike. From mom-and-pop shops in Mumbai to large-scale e-commerce ventures in São Paulo, businesses are discovering that WhatsApp isn’t just for chatting—it’s for converting leads, closing sales, and delivering exceptional customer service.
By "TaleAlchemy"8 months ago in Futurism
How Android XR Smart Glasses Could Change Your Life by 2026
Buckle Up for a New Kind of Wearable Picture this: you’re fumbling through your apartment, late for work, digging under couch cushions for your keys. Your phone’s no help, and you’re cursing your past self for not being more organized. Now imagine a pair of sleek glasses on your nose, powered by Android XR, casually piping up, “Yo, your keys are next to that vinyl record on the shelf.” Sounds like sci-fi? Well, by 2026, Google and Samsung’s Android XR smart glasses might make this your reality. These aren’t just fancy sunglasses—they’re a pocket-sized brain for your face, blending augmented reality (AR), AI smarts, and your phone’s apps into a lightweight frame. But before you get too excited, let’s unpack what these specs can do, why they’re a big deal, and whether they’re worth the hype (or the inevitable privacy headaches).
By F. M. Rayaan8 months ago in Futurism
The people who think AI might become conscious
The People Who Think AI Might Become Conscious. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has advanced at an astonishing pace, raising profound questions about the nature of intelligence, consciousness, and what it means to be human. While most experts argue that current AI lacks subjective experience, a growing number of scientists, philosophers, and technologists believe that AI might one day achieve consciousness—or may already be on its way.
By Araf Ahmed8 months ago in Futurism
