The ascent of artificial intelligence is subtly—and radically—transforming human identity, introspection and agency. As our experience with AI systems increases, we enter a new frontier. This is where human consciousness and machine feedback converge, in a space the artists have dubbed the "Algorithmic Self." This interaction holds promise in providing...
It’s Web3, which is supposed to be all about decentralization, right? Community ownership? Next a publicly traded company goes and buys up a huge stash of a crypto meme coin. What gives? DOGP's move to acquire 2 billion Dogecoin Cash (DOG) tokens isn't just a financial transaction; it's a potential...
From the very name, we picture snow-covered peaks, fertile valleys, and a deeply imbedded culture. Yet it conjures a legacy of struggle, oppression, division, and blanked-out voices. These landmark changes highlight how for decades, Kashmir had been thrown about as a political football. India, Pakistan, and China all engage in...
In short, Philip Rosedale, creator of Second Life, is on to something with his idea of the metaverse. The problem is that the metaverse, as it’s currently conceived, isn’t inviting to your mom. And honestly? He's right. That’s not a dismissal of the future, but rather a reality-check we say...
The metaverse. We've all heard the buzz. Could this be the new frontier of authentic human engagement? Or is it a rich palette of creative opportunity? Maybe it’s just a blockchain built gilded cage. As a graphic novelist who's spent years wrestling with visual storytelling and now navigating the complexities...
Meta's unveiling of AssetGen 2.0 sounds impressive. Faster 3D model creation, high quality textures, enhanced detail – all things any metaverse building application would love to have. So before we all start foam-finger waving this new initiative, let’s take a step back. We must not proclaim this the beginning of...
Now the internet is inundated with whimsical Ghibli-esque portraits, Barbie-fied posters and Barbie core aesthetics as folks turn themselves into avatars. This trend represents a profound shift in consumer expectations. Now, people are no longer simply buyers in a marketplace, but they are actually creating their own microcosms. Experts say...
World Cafe Live. Just the name conjures up images. The music, the energy, the clanking of drinks, the sense of talk going up a notch, the thumping of an electric bass line pulsing in your neck. It’s not just a venue; Surprise is a bustling community. Here, get a taste...
Remember the early days of the internet? Wild West, right? That’s how DeFi seemed just a few years ago. “Rug pulls” started entering the broader crypto lexicon. That’s starting to change and for the better. We know regulation can be a buzzkill but it’s the only way to find out...
Humanity Protocol opened the doors to its fast and secure decentralized ID service on June 26. The H token saw its value explode following a successful “Fairdrop” to early users and supporters. The H token, meanwhile, has seen a 40% price surge over the last 24 hours. The flood, of...
The crypto world loves a good narrative, and Humanity Protocol's H token is dripping with one: a fairdrop revolution. Yet the promise is unmistakable. We will fight to reclaim airdrops from the arms of the bot armies and restore them to actual, live human beings. The method? Palm scans. Yes,...
A billion-dollar valuation for the ability to palm scan? No joke. While everyone’s chasing the next crypto unicorn, I can’t shake the feeling we're blindly galloping towards a future where our bodies are the ultimate key – and the ultimate target. Humanity Protocol’s H token has skyrocketed, partially fueled by...
It’s that same sort of exuberance you felt when you first heard about the metaverse. The fulfillment of digital utopia, being in touch with everyone on planet Earth through expansive online metaverses, creating prosperous virtual societies? It sounded revolutionary. Now, look at Horizon Worlds. Clunky avatars, digital tumbleweeds, and a...
Zuckerberg wants AGI. Personal superintelligence, he calls it. An AI that essentially runs your life. Sounds convenient, right? Maybe. But let's be brutally honest: entrusting the keys to your existence to a single, centralized entity – especially one with Zuckerberg's track record – is a recipe for disaster. Well, it’s...
DeFi might seem like a remote world, but I’ll never forget being at a DeFi conference last year. The typical panicky lunge for registration lines, relatable uncomfortable small talk… but then, wait, what’s this. Rather than needing to keep up with a paper name tag, I simply scanned a QR...
I’ve always been interested in the way art and technology can bring people together. My past as a graphic novel artist and writer showed me the impact visual storytelling can have on connecting with others. I never envisioned how powerful these digital collectibles could be – how they can be...
