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20250202

Curious futures (KGhosh) • 8 implied HN points • 02 Feb 25
🕹 Technology AI Futures Design Environment Politics Media
  1. AI technology is becoming so advanced that it's hard to tell machines from real people. This change makes us think about how we interact with non-human agents like AI.
  2. Communities are blending tech and nature, like having tiny forests in cities and 3D-printed shoes, showing a new lifestyle that values both innovation and the environment.
  3. There are ongoing debates about freedom of speech and how much control companies should have over what we can say online. These discussions reflect our concerns about the future.

20240317

Curious futures (KGhosh) • 4 implied HN points • 17 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Business People Futures AI
  1. Public tech companies added $2.4 trillion in market capitalization in 2023, despite laying off over 260,000 workers
  2. Weird tech includes using vibrating plates as learning systems and making mice hallucinate
  3. Best communication practice includes the 5-paragraph Operation Order, bonding to digital places, and exploring new concepts through fiction and futures work

20241229

Curious futures (KGhosh) • 0 implied HN points • 29 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Society Futures Life Tech Security AI
  1. We need to accept that uncertainty is a part of life. Instead of trying to predict the future, we can use uncertainty to explore new opportunities.
  2. Technology is rapidly changing how we interact with each other. AI is taking over roles that used to involve human connections, which can be both helpful and isolating.
  3. Humor and joy can help us navigate tough times. Finding laughter in the chaos can create a sense of community and lighten the weight of uncertainty.

20250223

Curious futures (KGhosh) • 0 implied HN points • 23 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Community Technology Futures Design Gaming Environmental
  1. The digital world has become messy, filled with ads and bots, making it hard for real connections to happen. People are struggling to find genuine interactions online.
  2. Architecture can be a way to build community and resilience, focusing on creating spaces that bring people together instead of just being efficient structures.
  3. Playing games that encourage creative thinking can help people connect and envision a better future, reminding us that laughter and shared ideas are important for hope in tough times.

20250615

Curious futures (KGhosh) • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jun 25
🎭️ Culture Futures Tech AI Philosophy Creativity
  1. Humans and AI might develop a relationship similar to eyelash mites and humans, where both benefit without being aware of each other. This suggests a future where we thrive alongside advanced AI without needing to control it.
  2. The future isn't just bleak or hopeful; it's filled with options based on the choices we make. We can create our own paths, blending creativity and human experiences.
  3. Authenticity is key in storytelling. Instead of relying on AI-generated content, focusing on real, imperfect human emotions can make our narratives more relatable and meaningful.
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