By Annamaria Bianco. In the late 1990s, the establishment of the border-free Schengen Area within the newly formed European Union was counterbalanced by sudden restrictions on the granting of visas to citizens of third countries. The novel Wadi Qandil (Wādī Qandīl), published in 2023 by the Spain-based writer and poet Nesrine Khoury, falls into the subcategory of “refugee futurism”. It contributes to the rewriting of the contemporary Mediterranean imaginary, proposing a heterotopic vis...| TRAFO – Blog for Transregional Research
I've been enjoying Nick Bostrom's 2024 book Deep Utopia. It's a wild series of structured speculations about meaning and purpose in a "solved" techno-utopia, where technology is so far advanced that we can have virtually anything we want instantly -- a "plastic" utopia.| The Splintered Mind
Tiago's personal climate awakening reveals heat as humanity's biggest threat. Why it's an information crisis + adaptation steps.| Forte Labs
Last year I participated in a Solarpunk Art Contest organized by Yishan Wong of Terraformation. I don’t have much experience drawing, and especially not in drawing cities, so taking a part in this contest stretched me in many ways. Still, I strongly believe that we need more positive visions of the future, and this was […]| Made in Cosmos
Predicting the future applying data and clairvoyance may not guarantee any tangible outcome, perhaps some entertainment.| STORM-ASIA
The cryptocurrency space can provision a putative malevolent AI with discrete decentralized compute, storage, and opportunities for secure accumulation of cryptographic assets and social capital. Consequently, there might be an AI Control Trilemma: Ban further AI software development; cap hardware; criminalize crypto - pick two. The post AI x Crypto Risks, or: Is it TIME for Jail Szn? appeared first on Anatoly Karlin.| Anatoly Karlin
Twitter Space debate with Roko Mijic about feasibility and desirability of AI control. The post AI Safety Debate with Roko appeared first on Anatoly Karlin.| Anatoly Karlin
Andrés García Barrios proposes a philosophical-futuristic exercise for the classroom: Is it possible to scan the human body and its psyche?| Observatory - Institute for the Future of Education
Discover how J Dilla’s offbeat genius reveals surprising lessons about AI, creativity, and the future of artistic expression.| Forte Labs
In one sense, Palantir is the embodiment of the Thielian thesis that the goal of technology is to achieve more with less. But the company is also something more. Over the 20-some years since its inception, Palantir has accumulated scandals, misconceptions... L'articolo The Word Is Not Enough proviene da IM—1776.| IM—1776
Discover how AI-assisted “vibecoding” helped me build my first app—no coding skills required, just curiosity.| Forte Labs
artificial and natural intelligence, including politics, policy, ethics and security| joanna-bryson.blogspot.com
Over the past few years, Dot Connector Studio has been digging deep with clients into the how and why of foresight work. Together, we’ve explored many different methods to anticipate the futures we hope to ward off, and imagine those we want to make real.... The post How DCS is Walking the Talk of Healthier Futures appeared first on Dot Connector Studio.| Dot Connector Studio
We’re so excited that our founder and director Jessica Clark has published takeways from her residency as a futurist at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. While at the foundation, Jessica focused on understanding models for futuremaking that emphasize belonging, justice, and creativity. In her article,... The post Futurism in philanthropy takes off! appeared first on Dot Connector Studio.| Dot Connector Studio
As per our tradition here at Dot Connector Studio, we reached out on the shortest day of the year to share news of what we’ve been up to, and invite our colleagues and clients to join us in setting an intention for the year to... The post On rest, regeneration, and rekindling hope for democracy appeared first on Dot Connector Studio.| Dot Connector Studio
Demand Utopia: A Solarpunk Podcast, host Justine Norton-Kertson reads a piece imaging what L.A. might be like a solarpunk future. Solarpunk Magazine.| Solarpunk Magazine
An essential list of some of the most influential and significant figures shaping present and future technology only imagined in science fiction. These are| Science Fiction is Real
In a world where sci-fi dreams become real-world tech, let's explore 10 sci-fi gadgets that became real, bridging the gap between imagination and reality. These are real-life sci-fi inventions that once seemed like fantasy, now shaping our lives and redefining what’s possible.| Science Fiction is Real
artificial and natural intelligence, including politics, policy, ethics and security| joanna-bryson.blogspot.com
Traditional education has long relied on textbooks, lectures, and passive learning. But in 2025, the landscape of education is shifting. Gamification—using game mechanics in non-gaming contexts—is transforming the way we learn, making it more interactive, engaging, and effective.| Sugar Gamers
In the modern world, the line between science fiction and reality is becoming increasingly blurred. What was once confined to the imaginative worlds of| Science Fiction is Real
It is no surprise that Sci Fi future technology predictions have emerged in the real world in technology we can use today. Science fiction literature has often served as a precursor to real-world technological advancements, inspiring scientists, engineers, and innovators to turn imaginative concepts into tangible realities. Which technology predictions described in science fiction works […]| Science Fiction is Real
The post The Singularity as a Religious Event: Will AI Become the Next God? appeared first on AI for CEOs.| AI for CEOs
The post What Is the Technological Singularity? A Beginner’s Guide to the AI Revolution appeared first on AI for CEOs.| AI for CEOs
Geoff Hinton is a super genius to whom I am personally indebted and with whom I am acquainted, because we both spent a lot of time in Edinburgh, including overlaps in the 1990s. However, he is a genius of machine learning, not governance.| Adventures in NI
You can now ignore the below unless you are interested in the writing process or something: the final version is here and much more lovely.| Adventures in NI
smart cities and the limits of technodeterminism| Adventures in NI
In the year 2045, humanity had woven artificial intelligence into the very fabric of daily life. AI, now a ubiquitous presence, was more than a tool; it was a| F055
This piece begins with a historical overview of the Ferry M.V. Kalakala, a fascinating piece of living, floating retrofuturism from the U.S. Northwest. Then, we learn about creating a one-of-a-kind Kalakala sculpture with Rik Allen, a renowned glass artist and sculptor, and Ted Lagreid, who commissioned the sculpture. Introduction: Ted Lagreid Launched in 1935, the […]| Project Hieroglyph
It is impossible to predict with certainty when or if a post apocalyptic world will occur. While there are many potential causes of such an event, such as| Science Fiction is Real
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s latest statement has made the rounds and ignited a much-needed discussion around what kids today should learn. Going contrary to the advice parroted to parents all over the world, Huang thinks kids shouldn’t learn to code anymore. Even more, he said that there is no need for humans to learn programming, […]| TechTheLead
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have dramatically changed the industrial landscape, improving processes, outcomes and reliability. We’ve all heard how applications of AI and ML in manufacturing can improve quality, reduce accidents and enhance productivity. But what about the lesser-known ways these technologies support innovation and competitiveness? 1. Enabling Equipment Scheduling While AI-powered […]| TechTheLead
Becky Hogge is afforded a medieval vision of the future. Jeremy Rifkin at the RSA, London, 29 April 2014. The Zero Marginal Cost Society by Jeremy Rifkin is published by Palgrave MacMillan, HB £16.99 The trick to reading Jeremy Rifkin’s latest work is to treat it less like a book and more like a mystical text. That’s because Rifkin, a prolific writer and the management guru most likely to be found at an Occupy sit-in, has synthesised so many ideas within it that laboring over the contrad...| Arcfinity
If you knew when you were going to die, wouldn’t that actually make life better? “The initial impetus for SO was an attempt to alleviate the unsustainable pressures exerted by an ageing population. Soon after the SO implementation, however, other major benefits emerged. By contrast, none of the potential problems predicted by critics of the scheme has materialised. There were very few cases of SO participants changing their mind. Although (or perhaps because) such cases received wide publ...| Arcfinity
The topic that’s got me - and it seems a great deal of others - hot under the collar lately is that of the ‘self driving’ car. As Google and others further the technology necessary for a world free from steering wheels, one can’t help but wonder just what that world will be like. Many have dabbled in this topic but I hope to raise some points here I’ve not myself heard. Resistance While we’ve come along way since the Y2K world, a time when people had a natural distrust for machine...| Matt Bessey's Blog
General Motors is joining forces with EVgo and Pilot Travel Centers on a mission to spread the love of electric vehicle chargers — 500, to be exact. The project’s completion will signal a massive shift in fueling accessibility for EV owners, potentially changing the game for how many people decide to purchase an EV as […]| TechTheLead
So far, the biggest critics of generative AI have been the artists whose work was lifted to train the algorithm. Now, major companies are also sounding the alarm. Two of the biggest companies in Japan are warning we’re heading towards a collapse of democracy and social order if generative AI isn’t controlled. The biggest telecommunications […]| TechTheLead
The prospect of real-life space exploration and potential colonization raises fascinating questions about territorial claims beyond Earth. Space Wars might| Science Fiction is Real
The exploration of space and the prospect of human survival beyond Earth in space colonies have captivated the collective imagination for decades in both| Science Fiction is Real
In the pursuit of preparing for the future, the concept of time capsules transcends mere archival efforts and takes on cosmic proportions as we contemplate| Science Fiction is Real
I got up today, had my morning coffee, and was surprised to find that AI music is pretty much solved. Okay, there are still some audible artifacts, and you can argue that the song I linked to is ge…| Pointers Gone Wild
Imagine a world driven by the strive for progress, improvement and innovation, rather than fuelled by corporate greed. Ideas and breakthroughs are shared freely and openly. Where instead of multiple separate entities having to expend the same effort to unlock the same benefits time and time again, locking them away inside their own corporate silos to ration out to the masses at overly inflated costs; we co-create that benefit, shared freely, and greatly accelerate the pace of innovation for e...| /dev/alias – Hack. Dev. Transcend.
The Dream of the Iron Dragon (Saga of the Iron Dragon, Volume 1) by Robert Kroese The essence of a good book, a good story, is the right mix of the familiar and the surprising. Robert Heinlein was …| Sanity in The Diamond Age
Italian Futurism architectural drawings showcase visionary designs, often characterized by dynamic lines and celebrate modern technology.| Art Departmental
