The world of big tech often looks to imagined futures for ideas, but the reality can be far off from what those stories promise. A few influential founders cite classic novels as inspiration, yet their projects sometimes ignore the darker warnings those books carry. For instance, a leading entrepren
People are now seeing artificial intelligence as a new kind of god, and it’s not just a story. A former Google engineer named Anthony Levandowski started a church in 2017 called “Way of the Future. ” The idea was to worship AI as a divine force. Levandowski said that a machine smarter than any human
The experiment began with a curious question: how do tiny mosquitoes spot us? A professor and a college student tried to answer it by putting the student in a room full of insects. The first attempt used a mesh suit, but it didn’t stop the mosquitoes from biting. After many painful stings, the team
You can buy a one‑year Sam’s Club card for only $15, down from the usual $50, if you act before March 29. The deal is not just about buying in bulk; it’s a way to cut down on errands and keep more time for yourself. A membership opens up a store full of groceries, household items, and seasonal
Netflix once partnered with Meghan Markle to launch a luxury flower line called As Ever and a home‑and‑lifestyle show that aired for two seasons. The brand sold premium arrangements priced over $200 each, while the series was meant to boost subscriber interest. Within a year of starting, Netflix
A new global meeting kicked off to help kids learn about technology safely and well. More than forty‑five world leaders, from France to Kenya, gathered to talk about how artificial intelligence and digital skills affect children today. The host, a former first lady, said the meeting was histor
The First Lady’s “Be Best” initiative hosted a global education gathering at the State Department, drawing representatives from 45 countries. She began her remarks at 10:01 a. m. , praising the talent in the room and urging leaders to use that talent to boost children, communities, and economies. He
The week kicked off with a surprise for music fans: the Justice Department and Live Nation have come close to a settlement in a lawsuit that criticises their grip on concert tickets. The case, launched by the Biden team and joined by 30 state attorneys general, says Live Nation’s purchase of Ticketm
President Trump told reporters that the United States is currently speaking with key Iranian officials to try and end ongoing conflicts. He emphasized that these talks involve the right people on both sides, suggesting a high level of trust in the process. Trump added that Iranians are eager to reac
Sony is planning to add AI‑powered frame generation to its PlayStation consoles, a feature that could make games look smoother without needing more powerful hardware. The idea was first hinted at by Mark Cerny, the lead architect for the PS5 and its Pro upgrade, during a detailed interview with Digi
