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Scenario prompts 7 Augustus 2024
Today’s prompts are DNA as a language, transcranial magnetic stimulation, China, VR, unbossing, bionic e-skin, brain-like supercomputers, bird-like spy drones, AI and an opportunity to pre-order my book about books about AI.
Is AI overrated? You need to read up.
AI Model Decodes DNA Language To Unveil Hidden Biological Functions
DNA is the code of life. Why not treat it like a language
A Breakthrough Study Suggests Magnetic Fields Could Manipulate Human Brains
Inspired by the field of optogenetics, which controls certain genetically altered neurons with light, South Korean scientists have employed a similar technique using magnetic fields. It is called transcranial magnetic stimulation.
Sci-tech continues to drive China’s agricultural development as contribution rate reaches 63.2% in 2023
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202407/1316683.shtml
Experts said that the key to development of China’s agricultural sector lies in harnessing the power of science and technology.
How VR is used in retail and what other sectors can learn
https://retailtimes.co.uk/how-vr-is-used-in-retail-and-what-other-sectors-can-learn/
This article explores how VR is being utilised in the retail sector and what lessons other industries can learn from its implementation.
Companies Are Slashing Management Roles, Is Unbossing A Career Killer?
Thinning out middle management layers, also known as “unbossing,” is the latest restructuring option of choice for major U.S. companies, including Bayer, Salesforce, Citigroup and Meta.
A droplet-sensing bionic e-skin that could further enhance robotic perception
https://techxplore.com/news/2024-08-droplet-bionic-skin-robotic-perception.html
In recent years, many research teams have been trying to design artificial skins with electronic properties for humanoid robots, smart prosthetics and other bio-inspired systems.
US cracks code for brain-like supercomputers with ultrafast microscopy
https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/us-cracks-code-for-brain-like-supercomputers
Researchers have made use of novel ultrafast electron microscopy techniques to track millisecond changes in a material during electrical pulsing.
Pigeon Program: PLA commandos reveal bird-like spy drones in shocking video
https://interestingengineering.com/military/chinese-special-forces-bird-drones
The Chinese bird-shaped drones could also be configured to carry various payloads, including micro-warheads. A kamikaze configuration with a small explosive charge could still be effective against individuals, especially those on cover.
10 reasons why AI may be overrated
A growing chorus of naysayers is expressing doubts about how game-changing generative AI will actually be for the economy.
A book about books about AI
https://www.ronimmink.com/product/a-book-about-books-about-ai/
So far, taking the perspective from 22 books/authors covering intelligence (there are many forms), work, synthetic biology, transhumanism, economics, spiritualism, digital transformation, data, etc. When you go through the books again, you start to wonder if we are asking the right questions. Pre-order to stay in the loop.
