transhumanism
Transhumanism is an international and intellectual movement that aims to transform the human condition by developing and creating widely available sophisticated technologies to greatly enhance human intellectual, physical, and psychological capacities.
Record #04: Children // Compendium of Humanity's End
Schoolchildren at Tyson Kindergarten got a surprise treat when famous Quantum Ship Captain Marco Chung visited their classroom. Marco is most well known for being the oldest person in existence after having been displaced in time due to his career spent traveling the galaxy.
Record #03: Distance // Compendium of Humanity's End
You are mostly empty space. Oh, you may feel like you are a semi-solid, if not squishy object, but that could not be further from the truth. If you start to zoom in, you’ll see that you are made of trillions of tiny cells. But those cells are just gooey packages for various tiny organelles and even your DNA. DNA, though, is made up of long, complex sugars. Those sugars themselves actually consist of just five elements—hydrogen, carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorous—in various configurations.
The AI Manifesto
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IS THE 1555 LES PROPHETES BOOK STILL ALIVE?
Let's select Just a few that might be of relevance in our current age. The sixteenth-century Mars mission. Michelle de Nostradamus was a French astrologer who became well-known during his time because, you guessed it, many of his predictions came true. Although it's still unclear if his predictions from long ago were accurate or the result of pure coincidence, people at the time accepted him and he became well-known for them until the day of his death. Nostradamus also left behind a book called Les Prophetes in which he made 942 predictions, many of which came true. For example, he foresaw both the moon landing mission of Apollo 11 and the ruthless reign of Adolf Hitler and even the COVID-19 pandemic. All these he talked about in the book which he published in 1555.
Record #02: Rumor // Compendium of Humanity's End
“Hey, y’all, it’s your personal space-cadet, Beth Oh,” the young woman in a vertically oriented frame said by way of an introduction. “You know I have a new episode of the Quantum Dish podcast dropping in a couple of days—and you’ll definitely want to check that one out—but I’ve been seeing something for the past day or so that couldn’t wait. I had to comment now and set the record straight!
‘Her’: An Essential Revisit
When ‘Her’ initially released in 2013, its predictions about the future ahead may have seemed nebulous. In the year 2023, though, it’s a difficult film to watch without an unnerving awareness of the reality we’re marching into.
Ben UlanseyPublished 6 months ago in FuturismRecord #01: Parade // Compendium of Humanity's End
“Welcome back, everyone,” said the seemingly middle-aged woman in heavy makeup and a low-cut blouse. The chyron at the bottom of the screen identified her as Veronica Dubois. To her left from the viewer’s perspective sat an even older, rounder man apparently named Jaimé Ayuda. Jaimé kept a smile plastered on his face as Veronica spoke, although it was difficult to ascertain whether he was actually listening or just waiting until it was his turn to speak.
The Believable Dystopia of Black Mirror Season 5
So what if I'm doing a review for the fifth season of Black Mirror a few years late… and? Maybe I wanted to put off my fears for the future for as long as I could. Maybe I wasn't particularly excited to watch the singer of "Party in the USA" starring in a Black Mirror episode. But now that season 6 is upon us, I guess I can wait no longer.
Ben UlanseyPublished 6 months ago in FuturismA new kind of 3D-printed carrot, in the words of its Qatar-based inventors
Qatari students aim to make ‘food accessible to people all over the world’ with their newly invented 3D printer. Innovation in the heart of Qatar has birthed a groundbreaking solution to the widespread issue of food insecurity. Two visionary students, Mohammad Annan, aged 20, and Lujain Al Mansoori, aged 21, both pursuing information systems at Doha's Carnegie Mellon University, have achieved an extraordinary feat - the creation of a 3D printer capable of mass-producing vegetables, offering a potential remedy to the global food crisis.
nizam uddinPublished 6 months ago in FuturismAlien Language: If we met extraterrestrials, could we talk to them?
The notion of encountering life from beyond our planet has captivated human imagination for ages. But in the event we come face to face with aliens, the question arises: could we engage in meaningful communication with beings from a world completely foreign to our own? This article embarks on an exploration of the intricacies, hurdles, and possibilities associated with conversing with extraterrestrial civilizations, infused with a distinctly human touch.
nizam uddinPublished 6 months ago in FuturismThe Technological Renaissance of the 21st Century
1. Artificial Intelligence (AI): The realm of AI is no longer confined to the realm of science fiction, as it is gradually becoming an integral component of our everyday lives. Industries ranging from healthcare to finance are being transformed by machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks. Personal assistants like Siri and Alexa operate on AI algorithms, enhancing convenience, while autonomous vehicles offer the promise of safer and more efficient transportation. The potential applications of AI are limitless, and it is expected to play a significant role in shaping the future.
John Ryan CarandangPublished 6 months ago in FuturismThe Rise of the Machines
In a world where technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, the prospect of robots invading the realm of human employment has transitioned from science fiction to a stark reality. The relentless march of automation and artificial intelligence has given rise to a burgeoning revolution, replacing humans in various industries and challenging our very definition of work. This thrilling narrative unveils the incredible journey of these mechanical marvels, and the implications they carry for the future of humanity.
Amani KassimPublished 6 months ago in Futurism