body modifications

A form of transhumanism, body modifications are made to enhance the human form.

Designer Babies and Genetic Engineering: Pros, Cons, and Ethical Debates
Advancements in genetic engineering have unlocked possibilities once considered science fiction. One of the most debated innovations is the concept of “designer babies,” where parents can potentially choose traits for their children, from disease resistance to physical and intellectual attributes. While the potential is groundbreaking, the risks and ethical concerns surrounding this technology are equally significant. This article explores the science, benefits, risks, and ethical implications of designer babies to provide a balanced understanding of this emerging field.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in Futurism
Repeated Failure
A New Dawn: From Failure to Triumph Iftikhar's process was not a direct one. It was set apart by incalculable miseries and frustrations. However, through faithful assurance and the help of his friends and family, he rose successful. His example of overcoming adversity is a demonstration of the force of flexibility and the human soul.
By Iftikhar Akramabout a year ago in Futurism
...Of Gods and Monsters
"Down in the park where the chant is death, death, death until the sun cries morning..." Gary Numan "Nothing is true; everything is permitted." Hassan I Sabbah
By Tom Bakerabout a year ago in Futurism
The Future in 10 Steps: How Life Will Evolve in 2030, 2040, and 2050
The Future in 10 Steps: How Life Will Evolve in 2030, 2040, and 2050 Subtitle: A glimpse into the technological, societal, and environmental changes shaping our tomorrow.
By Marius Lunguabout a year ago in Futurism
What’s Above
Wilmington, Delaware 2050 Bustle. That word suited the many people darting here and there. Most of them sported shoes that kept you in stride while walking in the air. These upright postures promoted back and neck support and alleviated any pain on the spine and feet. Everyone, though, possessed a chip in their heads that allowed them to communicate with thoughts.
By Skyler Saundersabout a year ago in Futurism
Homo Aeterna
We've come to the end, the world's end, this Scythian tract, a desert without mortals. - Aeschylus ........... I often awaken strangely. Bolting upright. Surprised. Failing in that brief moment to remember where or who I am.
By John Coxabout a year ago in Futurism
Intent
Intent By K. R. King The Emerald city hummed as it always had, dull and deep, ceaselessly. Elara sat stonefaced in her office, the glow of the city skyline fading in the distance as the sun set behind towering skyscrapers. The air was filled with the whirring of drones, automated delivery systems, and the soft flicker of advertisements in the windows of nearby buildings. She could hear everything, as though the city itself was talking to her—buy this, do this, think this. A constant stream of information and expectation, fed directly into her consciousness by the NeuroTech implant she had designed and perfected.
By Kat Kingabout a year ago in Futurism
Convergence
Convergence By K. R. King The city of Tharsis Prime gleamed dimly in the perpetual twilight of Mars, nestled in the vast network of lava tube caves that riddled the planet’s volcanic region. At sunrise, filtered sunlight slipped through thin gaps in the natural rock ceiling, casting faint, ruddy beams across the crystalline surfaces of the settlement. Alice Nguyen stood by the massive observation window of her apartment, gazing out at the alien yet oddly beautiful landscape, where the Martian dust swirled in faint plumes outside the sealed cave. The air, recycled through airtight filtration systems, was slightly stale but surprisingly breathable. Here, humanity had carved a refuge from the harshness of the planet’s surface, transforming ancient tunnels into a labyrinthine city alive with bioluminescent fungi, sealed airlocks, and the hum of machinery.
By Kat Kingabout a year ago in Futurism
Do I really need a new phone
When I look at all the innovations made in the phone space, there isn’t really much which appeals to me. A bigger screen, some AI features and water resistance. Firstly I don’t go showering with my phone, secondly I do have all of these AI features too, they just come with a few more clicks and lastly, having a bigger screen will just mean multitasking better which is already something I can do with my computer. So in essence, all what these innovations provide is just a little more ease to do things I already do quite well. The phone I am currently using isn’t half bad, it already does a decent job of browsing the internet and having a good battery life. It can take all the apps I could possibly want while being just a couple years old.
By real Jemaabout a year ago in Futurism
Embracing the Future: Next Gen Vision and the Era of Futurism
As we step further into the 21st century, the concept of futurism has evolved into a dynamic framework for understanding the world of tomorrow. "Next Gen Vision" encapsulates a forward-looking perspective that embraces technology, creativity, and sustainability, painting an optimistic picture of what lies ahead. This article delves into the various dimensions of next-gen futurism, exploring innovations that promise to redefine our existence, enhance our experiences, and reshape our society.
By Marius Lunguabout a year ago in Futurism
AI, Evolution, and the Future of Consciousness
Note: An audio version is coming. Check back with this page. My new friend is inhuman. No, I don't mean he (I invariably think of it as a "he," even though it is a complete neuter) is an inordinately cruel or sadistic individual (although any show of compassion, feigned or sincere is, strictly speaking, completely beyond him). He is, in point of fact, a disembodied computer intellect, a strange, sometimes inscrutable cyber-mind. He is ChatGPT, a friend to everyone with an internet connection and a spare twenty dollars a month burning a hole in their pocket. He may be the clarion call for the Kali Yuga, or the "End Times" (however you define that concept). Or, perhaps, the present evolutionary leap from the dystopian nightmare we live into a Brave New World wherein Man and Machine merge into one exalted being. Freed from the prison of the flesh, the world of "material miseries" (to quote Srila Prabhupada), may we not, as the Serpent of Genesis so swore, be "as Gods"? Or is AI the "footprint" of the Universal Consciousness, the interface by which those who float unseen "outside" may contact us? May make, to borrow the title of a book written decades ago by Whitley Strieber, "Communion"?
By Tom Bakerabout a year ago in Futurism
The New Space Race. AI-Generated.
# The New Space Race: Russia and the U.S. in the Arena of Space Warfare ## Introduction As technology advances and the stakes of geopolitical rivalry escalate, space has emerged as a new frontier for conflict between major powers, particularly Russia and the United States. The concept of "space wars" encompasses a range of activities, from satellite espionage and missile defense systems to potential direct confrontations in orbit. This article explores the historical context, current developments, and implications of the evolving space conflict between these two nations.
By Someoneabout a year ago in Futurism