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Curious tech and technology from the realm of science and science fiction.

How does the advancement of infotech threaten human liberty?
Developments in technology have already served to undermine the democratic system. After the internet became fully commercialised in the US in 1995, its use has grown exponentially, affecting the planet more than any single political, economic or philosophical ideology in that time. Yet, the internet was not something the public voted for, or had any say in whatsoever, for that matter. It caused a revolution led not by politicians, but by engineers.
By genei5 years ago in Futurism
Technologies that could change the world in 2021
In no particular order, here are five technologies that I think could make a significant impact on our lives this year. 1. Privacy on the internet
By genei5 years ago in Futurism
15 Best New Android 12 features
Features Live in Current Android 12 Build 1.Wallpaper-based Theming System Google has been working on a wallpaper-based theming system codenamed ‘Monet’ on Android 12. The new theming system changes the accent based on your wallpaper and applies it throughout the interface. The company announced the feature at Google I/O as part of the Material You design.
By Venu5 years ago in Futurism
Big Data, Big City Transformations: Transport and Well-Being
As the world changes, so do our priorities. We are now needing to place human needs before technical needs when designing urban areas for the future. Sustainability is at the heart of these considerations as we look to include green spaces, utilise big data effectively, and introduce efficient travel. Technology is central to these ideas, particularly for the use of big data in smart cities.
By Alicia Walker5 years ago in Futurism
The Node
He was long on The Node now, long enough for it to feel normal. To have accepted it. To have integrated it into his patterns. The ever changing litany of data smeared together with his subconscious. Perpetually flowing at the back of his mind, as if feeding an inarticulate hunger, ever feeding but never filling. Honestly, it had disconcerted him how easily the two had melded. At times he had wondered where The Node began and his own thoughts ended.
By Shaun Carrier5 years ago in Futurism
iNSTiNCT+
Day 1 Business is even slower this week than last. It’s the start of the rainy quarter, and no one wants to splash through the market, let alone stroll through leisurely enough to see her stall. Besides, the paper would just get wet when she handed it over anyway, and it’s not like the stuff grows on trees anymore.
By Tetra Seymor5 years ago in Futurism
Restart
In my dream, I was with my family. We sat around the dinner table eating, laughing, and telling stories. My parents had a bright smile printed across their faces and my siblings' eyes glinted from the bright sun. An angry voice tore me from my family’s presence and into reality.
By jiya5 years ago in Futurism
SPATIAL COMPUTING SELF-SERVICE: THE POWER OF ALTOURA’S EXPERIENCE PLATFORM
At Altoura, we empower organizations to harness the power of spatial computing to increase productivity and lower costs. Every customer we work with inevitably identifies multiple business processes that can be improved when users are able to collaborate remotely in highly realistic virtual 3D spaces. These spaces, combined with the collaboration solutions we build, give organizations the ability to train and educate users without the cost of bringing employees to a physical location—and the benefits of a highly scalable and always-on solution.
By Altoura5 years ago in Futurism
PsychoTech
You are startled awake by a loud buzzing sound, which appears to be coming from the ceiling. You open your eyes and look around, unsure of where you are or how you got there.
By Caleigh Campbell 5 years ago in Futurism
Golden Heart Café
When the Messenger from out of state makes his monthly round, he has to pull hard on his mare’s mane to get him to stop. Dust swirls up around my porch as he takes a minute to breathe. “They…” He wipes at his face, turns his eyes towards the sky as if praying for strength. “Digging. They started digging. Got desperate.”
By Blue5 years ago in Futurism
For the Future
It was closing in fast—behind him, and all around. The fire was everywhere. “I can make it.” “I can make it.” “I can....”
By Jay Ponti5 years ago in Futurism
Popular Remote Tools for the Modern Era
It is an undeniable verity that the emergence of the global pandemic has caused the business empires all over the world to collapse. The enactment of lockdown and social distancing are driving small businesses to hit rock-bottom.
By Jordan Rands5 years ago in Futurism