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Technology research company Gartner predicts that there will be 20.8 billion connected things in the world by the year 2020, which would equal almost triple the number of humans on our planet. Clearly, the Internet of Things is on the verge of radically changing the core fabric of our communities and the manner in which people live. Although IoT has the potential to make our lives much more efficient and enjoyable in a multitude of ways, many industries are going to have to weather the storm as the disruption takes hold, and there may be sectors that are unable to remain relevant within the rapidly changing landscape. Virtually every industry will feel the effects of the proliferation of IoT in our communities, but there are five sectors that are expected to be hit the hardest by these changes in the short-term. Health Most experts agree that the healthcare industry stands to benefit the most from adopting IoT. However, to date, it has proven to be one of the most delayed industries to put connected technologies into practice. At the same time, the increased prevalence of IoT will be impossible to avoid for much longer, and it is expected that new methods of data sharing will expand significantly over the next few years, including patient-reported health outcomes and data collected from medical devices or wearable hardware. Energy and Utilities Sensor-based communication has been a central component of this sector for years, including smart-meters, which allow companies to read meters via sensors to access real-time usage information. The next logical step will be a “smart-grid” concept, providing customers with the ability to switch between customer-owned renewable energy systems and traditional energy supplies. IoT technology will be critical in developing a smart grid that is adaptable to a variety of energy sources, which is essential in order for the sector to survive the evolving landscape. Retail The incredible growth of e-commerce and online shopping has posed a threat to traditional retailers for approximately a decade. Conversely, the application of recent IoT innovations to traditional brick-and-mortar assets provides the potential for a radical transformation of the retail industry. Combining real-time analytics with RFID and beacon-based technologies carries a wealth of possibilities for the retail sector, such as allowing companies to send push notifications to customers as they walk by the store to tell them about current sales, promotions and special deals, or even make automated checkouts when they leave the store. Transportation There is no question that efficient transportation of both goods and people is a key aspect of the smooth running of any economy or society, with a massive impact on productivity, health and environmental preservation. IoT is poised to disrupt this sector through the creation of transportation systems that are able to sense and respond to changes in real-time, thereby broadening operational efficiencies, improving public safety, and increasing fuel efficiency through capacity analytics. Government IoT technology provides the foundations for the concept of “smart cities,” a term used to describe ways in which technology can be used to create more efficient solutions for communities of people. Fujisawa in Japan is an excellent example of this concept being put into practice. The brainchild of Panasonic, Fujisawa has deployed IoT to use sensors to monitor buses, garbage bins, and automate transport. It is expected that a growing number of governments will start integrating IoT into the core services of cities, thereby utilizing the technology in an increasing percentage of city-run business. Virtually every industry either already has been or is about to be disrupted in one form or the other by the proliferation of IoT in all aspects of our communities, leading to an increasingly efficient and safe world for the future. Written by Igor Ilunin, head of IoT at DataArt .

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No one can deny it anymore; we are finally on the verge of Bitcoin Endgame, and no one is ready for what is coming. The mainstream..? Find out here. For years, Bitcoiners have been trying to tell as many people as they possibly could about Bitcoin. How it is not only a great way to preserve your wealth but also to preserve your freedom as well. These same Bitcoiners have long predicted that someday Bitcoin would cause the largest transfer of wealth that the world has ever seen. The people who have been heavily investing in BTC would reap the rewards and see their wealth grow beyond what they ever imagined possible. And that those who had been sitting on the sideline not investing in Bitcoin would feel extreme pain. The question has always been When would Bitcoin go mainstream? Would there ever be hyper-bitcoinization? A moment when everyone wakes up to how scarce Bitcoin is, the benefits it offers over fiat, and that they need to own as much as they possibly can. Causing a stampede rush toward Bitcoin that would cause it to go parabolic. The theory has always been that each day Bitcoin survives, remains decentralized, and produces blocks. That result becomes more and more likely. 3 Bitcoin News/Events That Storm the World Over the last 3 years, there have been 4 significant events that have taken the world by storm and also dramatically sped up Bitcoin's path to dominance. Bitcoin Mission to El Salvador The first was in June 2021, at the Bitcoin Conference in Miami. The price of BTC was fluctuating around the $35k range at that time. It was at this conference that the President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, announced that El Salvador would officially be making Bitcoin legal tender in the country. Up until this point, this was something that not even the most optimistic Bitcoiners had on their chessboard. A handful of months before Michael Saylor had announced that Microstrategy had put Bitcoin on their balance sheet, and most of us were only thinking about company adoption. But now the possibilities had become limitless and it was truly the shot heard around the world. However, that was only the beginning... BlackRock & Bitcoin ETF The next giant move happened in 2023 when BlackRock announced that they were filing for a spot in Bitcoin ETF.  BlackRock is the largest financial fund manager in the world and arguably has more power than governments. When BlackRock speaks, everyone listens. Up until that point, most agreed that a spot ETF approval in the US would be nearly impossible with the current government. But BlackRock always gets what they want. The bullishness from the Bitcoin spot ETFs going live in January of 2024 was enough of a catalyst to make Bitcoin do things that it had never done before. In March, Bitcoin soared to $73k, and for the first time in its history, it made a new all-time high price before the Bitcoin halving. This led many to speculate just how high the price could go during this cycle. Now, finally fast-forwarding to today, there has been a 3rd Bitcoin announcement that has sent shockwaves across the world. Donald Trump Presidency: The Bitcoin President In recent months (earlier this year) Donald Trump has done a complete reversal of his opinions about Bitcoin and crypto. Even going so far as to be a speaker at the Bitcoin Conference 2024 in Nashville. During this speech, he announced that if elected President he would be making a national Bitcoin reserve using the Bitcoin the US already owned and adding to it. There were also proposals by other government leaders to accumulate as much as one million Bitcoins. What this all means is that the Bitcoin End Game is officially here. Nation-state adoption is here. It was incredible news in 2021 when El Salvador announced their Bitcoin adoption as legal tender. The US possibly making these moves is something on a much larger scale. Like it or not, all countries watch what the US does, and often follow suit. It is a safe bet that after Trump made this announcement of his plans to make a US Bitcoin reserve, you can bet that nearly every other country was having meetings on what their Bitcoin strategy would be. Trump Presidential Victory: The All-Time Highs (ATHs) Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election has proved to be a good omen for Bitcoin (including the crypto market generally), with BTC price rising above $75,000 for the first time, breaking all-time high (ATH) multiple times. During his election campaign, Donald Trump promised to make the US the world's crypto capital. So, with his victory, the prices of the most popular and important digital currency have skyrocketed, and one bitcoin is worth over $90,000. Bitcoin surpassed Meta (Facebook) and Silver in the global market capitalization and now ranked 8th, with the rise triggered by the optimism created by Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential elections. To round up here... It is important to understand that since the last bull cycle, the long-prophesied Bitcoin Endgame to mainstream adoption has finally arrived, with BTC to $100k anytime soon. In this new phase, the promise of hyper-bitcoinization has been fulfilled. Bitcoin has successfully become the reserve asset of choice, for stability and collaboration among nations. For individuals, it represents hope; a decentralized future where wealth, freedom, and opportunity are within reach for all. This is not an end but a beginning. No one can deny it anymore; we are finally on the verge of Bitcoin Endgame, and no one is ready for what is coming. The mainstream..? The mainstream..? The mainstream..? Find out here. Find out here. For years, Bitcoiners have been trying to tell as many people as they possibly could about Bitcoin. How it is not only a great way to preserve your wealth but also to preserve your freedom as well. These same Bitcoiners have long predicted that someday Bitcoin would cause the largest transfer of wealth that the world has ever seen. The people who have been heavily investing in BTC would reap the rewards and see their wealth grow beyond what they ever imagined possible. And that those who had been sitting on the sideline not investing in Bitcoin would feel extreme pain. The question has always been When would Bitcoin go mainstream? When would Bitcoin go mainstream? When would Bitcoin go mainstream? When would Bitcoin go mainstream? Would there ever be hyper-bitcoinization? Would there ever be hyper-bitcoinization? Would there ever be hyper-bitcoinization? Would there ever be hyper-bitcoinization? A moment when everyone wakes up to how scarce Bitcoin is, the benefits it offers over fiat, and that they need to own as much as they possibly can. Causing a stampede rush toward Bitcoin that would cause it to go parabolic. The theory has always been that each day Bitcoin survives, remains decentralized, and produces blocks. That result becomes more and more likely. 3 Bitcoin News/Events That Storm the World 3 Bitcoin News/Events That Storm the World Over the last 3 years, there have been 4 significant events that have taken the world by storm and also dramatically sped up Bitcoin's path to dominance. Bitcoin Mission to El Salvador Bitcoin Mission to El Salvador The first was in June 2021, at the Bitcoin Conference in Miami. The price of BTC was fluctuating around the $35k range at that time. It was at this conference that the President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, announced that El Salvador would officially be making Bitcoin legal tender in the country. Up until this point, this was something that not even the most optimistic Bitcoiners had on their chessboard. A handful of months before Michael Saylor had announced that Microstrategy had put Bitcoin on their balance sheet, and most of us were only thinking about company adoption. But now the possibilities had become limitless and it was truly the shot heard around the world. However, that was only the beginning... However, that was only the beginning... However, that was only the beginning... BlackRock & Bitcoin ETF The next giant move happened in 2023 when BlackRock announced that they were filing for a spot in Bitcoin ETF. BlackRock is the largest financial fund manager in the world and arguably has more power than governments. When BlackRock speaks, everyone listens. Up until that point, most agreed that a spot ETF approval in the US would be nearly impossible with the current government. But BlackRock always gets what they want. The bullishness from the Bitcoin spot ETFs going live in January of 2024 was enough of a catalyst to make Bitcoin do things that it had never done before. In March, Bitcoin soared to $73k, and for the first time in its history, it made a new all-time high price before the Bitcoin halving. This led many to speculate just how high the price could go during this cycle. Now, finally fast-forwarding to today, there has been a 3rd Bitcoin announcement that has sent shockwaves across the world. Now, finally fast-forwarding to today, there has been a 3rd Bitcoin announcement that has sent shockwaves across the world. Now, finally fast-forwarding to today, there has been a 3rd Bitcoin announcement that has sent shockwaves across the world. Donald Trump Presidency: The Bitcoin President In recent months (earlier this year) Donald Trump has done a complete reversal of his opinions about Bitcoin and crypto. Even going so far as to be a speaker at the Bitcoin Conference 2024 in Nashville. (earlier this year) During this speech, he announced that if elected President he would be making a national Bitcoin reserve using the Bitcoin the US already owned and adding to it. There were also proposals by other government leaders to accumulate as much as one million Bitcoins. What this all means is that the Bitcoin End Game is officially here. What this all means is that the Bitcoin End Game is officially here. What this all means is that the Bitcoin End Game is officially here. Nation-state adoption is here. It was incredible news in 2021 when El Salvador announced their Bitcoin adoption as legal tender. The US possibly making these moves is something on a much larger scale. Like it or not, all countries watch what the US does, and often follow suit. It is a safe bet that after Trump made this announcement of his plans to make a US Bitcoin reserve, you can bet that nearly every other country was having meetings on what their Bitcoin strategy would be. Trump Presidential Victory: The All-Time Highs (ATHs) Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election has proved to be a good omen for Bitcoin (including the crypto market generally), with BTC price rising above $75,000 for the first time, breaking all-time high (ATH) multiple times. (including the crypto market generally), (ATH) During his election campaign, Donald Trump promised to make the US the world's crypto capital. So, with his victory, the prices of the most popular and important digital currency have skyrocketed, and one bitcoin is worth over $90,000. the world's crypto capital. the world's crypto capital. Bitcoin surpassed Meta (Facebook) and Silver in the global market capitalization and now ranked 8th, with the rise triggered by the optimism created by Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential elections. (Facebook) To round up here... To round up here... To round up here... It is important to understand that since the last bull cycle, the long-prophesied Bitcoin Endgame to mainstream adoption has finally arrived, with BTC to $100k anytime soon. In this new phase, the promise of hyper-bitcoinization has been fulfilled. Bitcoin has successfully become the reserve asset of choice, for stability and collaboration among nations. For individuals, it represents hope; a decentralized future where wealth, freedom, and opportunity are within reach for all. Bitcoin has successfully become the reserve asset of choice, for stability and collaboration among nations. For individuals, it represents hope; a decentralized future where wealth, freedom, and opportunity are within reach for all. This is not an end but a beginning. This is not an end but a beginning. This is not an end but a beginning.

Bitcoin Endgame Is Here: From Satoshi to Mainstream Adoption

We have zombies from past crypto eras lurking on some exchanges and personal wallets: they’re called ‘deadcoins’. Sometimes, you can't tell a "live" coin from a dead one at first glance. If you hit buy or trade, the rotten thing might stay with you forever. Not a pleasant experience. Deadcoins are cryptocurrencies that have lost all or most of their value, have no active development, or have been abandoned by their creators and community. This can happen for various reasons, like scams, lack of interest, or poor execution of the project. Essentially, they’re digital assets that no longer have a viable future and are considered defunct. But here’s the catch: they may keep existing in some networks, and could still be available for trading on some DEXes. So, they’re like zombies, running around as they were programmed, but with no one to maintain their codes, make new plans, or even use them. They may keep some price and/or a low trade volume, depending on the coin, but it’s just zombie activity. Once in your portfolio, they’ll likely rot in there forever. What kills a coin? According to CoinGecko, over 50% of all cryptocurrencies (at least from the thousands listed in their platform), have died between 2014 and 2024. If you think about it, it was just meant to happen when a lot of people are only copying and pasting the same Bitcoin code with another name. Cryptocurrencies die for several reasons, and one common cause is the lack of interest or demand. Without enough users or investors, the project can’t sustain itself, leaving it with no real value. Another key reason is poor development; if the team behind the coin doesn’t deliver on their promises or the technology isn’t strong, people lose trust and abandon it. However, sometimes they’re created with the specific purpose of being deadcoins soon. In scams and frauds, they’re offered just to take money from investors, amid big and fake promises. Once the scammers are paid, they promptly disappear, leaving the coin worthless. On the other hand, in prediction markets like Prophet on Obyte, two or three tokens are created to represent potential results on a bet. Once the results are delivered, one or two of those tokens will become a deadcoin with zero value —but that’s expected from the beginning. Besides, competition in the crypto world is fierce, and if a coin doesn’t stand out or offer something unique, it can easily get overshadowed by more successful projects. Lastly, regulatory issues can kill a coin, especially if it’s new or has a small community. Governments might crack down on certain projects or declare them illegal, causing their value to plummet. When a coin faces legal trouble, people may be less likely to invest, and it often fades away. Prominent deadcoins You may think that deadcoins exclusively come from those shady Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) from 2017, scams and frauds, old jokes, or projects that never had enough relevance, right? Well, then you’d be wrong. Some deadcoins and failed projects have been in the top ten by market capitalization and/or have been a total hit for different reasons. There’s no such a thing as “too big to fail” and it would do us good to remember that at all times. Auroracoin (AUR): This coin even had its own blockchain and aimed to be Iceland's national cryptocurrency. It briefly hit the top 10 by market capitalization in early 2014, shortly after its launch. However, the hype was short-lived, and the coin quickly lost value due to regulatory challenges, skepticism, and lack of widespread adoption. Its market cap has decreased by 99% since then, and its team is running another project already.
Bitconnect (BCC): Launched in 2016, Bitconnect offered a lending platform promising high returns through its native token. It reached the top 10 by market cap in 2017. However, it was exposed as a Ponzi scheme in 2018, leading to its collapse and regulatory shutdowns. Bitconnect tokens are no longer actively traded. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6g8ShHEXns&embedable=true Terra (LUNA): Terra, launched in 2019, offered a stablecoin ecosystem with its native token, LUNA, reaching the top 10 by market cap in 2021. Terra's collapse occurred in 2022 when its algorithmic stablecoin, UST, de-pegged from the U.S. dollar, causing LUNA's value to plummet. Terra 2.0 exists as a new project, but the original blockchain was discontinued. The old asset (renamed LUNA Classic - LUNC) is still traded on some exchanges, with no small amount of risk involved. Zombie or not zombie Spotting deadcoins versus live projects, or those simply going through tough market conditions, requires attention to several key factors. A deadcoin often shows little to no development activity. If the team behind the coin has stopped updating its technology, releasing new features, or engaging with its community, that’s a red flag. In contrast, a live project going through a rough patch will usually still have active development and a committed team working to improve the situation, even if the market value has dropped. Another sign of a deadcoin is low or non-existent trading volume. If the coin can barely be traded on any major exchanges or only shows minimal movement, it indicates that there’s no interest or liquidity. On the other hand, coins in a market slump may see reduced trading volume, but they will still be available on multiple platforms, with some level of ongoing buying and selling, showing people haven’t completely lost faith. Community engagement also tells a lot. Deadcoins tend to have stagnant social media, forums, or developer channels, with little interaction or discussion. Live projects, even if struggling, will have active communities discussing solutions and the future. An engaged community often means that the project is still alive, despite setbacks. You can also sum it up with three questions: is the team long inactive on social media and code repositories, especially on X (Twitter), Discord, and GitHub? Is trading the coin nearly impossible? Are the founders in jail or running away from authorities? —yes, that happens. If the answer to those questions is “yes” for most of them, you’re totally seeing a zombie there. Could your coin die soon? Determining if a cryptocurrency is on the verge of dying can be tricky, but there are clear signs to watch for. One major factor is the absence of recent development activity. If a project doesn’t share a clear vision for future updates or improvements, it may indicate uncertainty or stagnation. Additionally, reduced community engagement is a strong indicator. If online forums and social media channels become quiet, it suggests that users are losing interest, which can be detrimental to the coin's overall health. Another concern is negative publicity or ongoing controversies surrounding a coin. Regular scandals, public exploits, or legal troubles can damage a cryptocurrency’s reputation, leading to a loss of trust among investors. Additionally, a lack of partnerships or real-world applications can hinder a project’s growth. Coins that struggle to find use cases or secure collaborations with other projects or networks often find it hard to gain traction and may face challenges in maintaining relevance. In contrast to the above, Obyte, along with its native currency, GBYTE, stands out as a thriving project with a vibrant community and constant updates. Its Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) structure ensures more decentralized transactions, and the ongoing development by its team reflects a strong commitment to improvement. Obyte’s focus on libertarian ideals has attracted a dedicated user base, while applications and improvements continue to grow, ensuring its place in the market. Overall, Obyte's proactive approach and engaged community signal a promising and decentralized future for all its users. Featured Vector Image by Freepik We have zombies from past crypto eras lurking on some exchanges and personal wallets: they’re called ‘deadcoins’. Sometimes, you can't tell a "live" coin from a dead one at first glance. If you hit buy or trade, the rotten thing might stay with you forever. Not a pleasant experience. Deadcoins are cryptocurrencies that have lost all or most of their value, have no active development, or have been abandoned by their creators and community. This can happen for various reasons, like scams, lack of interest, or poor execution of the project. Essentially, they’re digital assets that no longer have a viable future and are considered defunct. Deadcoins are cryptocurrencies that have lost all or most of their value, have no active development, or have been abandoned by their creators and community. But here’s the catch: they may keep existing in some networks, and could still be available for trading on some DEXes. So, they’re like zombies, running around as they were programmed, but with no one to maintain their codes, make new plans, or even use them. They may keep some price and/or a low trade volume, depending on the coin, but it’s just zombie activity. Once in your portfolio, they’ll likely rot in there forever. What kills a coin? According to CoinGecko , over 50% of all cryptocurrencies (at least from the thousands listed in their platform), have died between 2014 and 2024. If you think about it, it was just meant to happen when a lot of people are only copying and pasting the same Bitcoin code with another name. According to CoinGecko According to CoinGecko over 50% of all cryptocurrencies (at least from the thousands listed in their platform), have died between 2014 and 2024. Cryptocurrencies die for several reasons, and one common cause is the lack of interest or demand. Without enough users or investors, the project can’t sustain itself, leaving it with no real value. Another key reason is poor development; if the team behind the coin doesn’t deliver on their promises or the technology isn’t strong, people lose trust and abandon it. However, sometimes they’re created with the specific purpose of being deadcoins soon. In scams and frauds, they’re offered just to take money from investors, amid big and fake promises . Once the scammers are paid, they promptly disappear, leaving the coin worthless. On the other hand, in prediction markets like Prophet on Obyte, two or three tokens are created to represent potential results on a bet. Once the results are delivered, one or two of those tokens will become a deadcoin with zero value —but that’s expected from the beginning. In scams and frauds , they’re offered just to take money from investors, amid big and fake promises In scams and frauds In scams and frauds Prophet Prophet Besides, competition in the crypto world is fierce, and if a coin doesn’t stand out or offer something unique, it can easily get overshadowed by more successful projects. Lastly, regulatory issues can kill a coin, especially if it’s new or has a small community. Governments might crack down on certain projects or declare them illegal, causing their value to plummet. When a coin faces legal trouble, people may be less likely to invest, and it often fades away. Prominent deadcoins You may think that deadcoins exclusively come from those shady Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) from 2017, scams and frauds, old jokes, or projects that never had enough relevance, right? Well, then you’d be wrong. Some deadcoins and failed projects have been in the top ten by market capitalization and/or have been a total hit for different reasons. There’s no such a thing as “too big to fail” and it would do us good to remember that at all times. Some deadcoins and failed projects have been in the top ten by market capitalization and/or have been a total hit for different reasons. Some deadcoins and failed projects Some deadcoins and failed projects Auroracoin (AUR): This coin even had its own blockchain and aimed to be Iceland's national cryptocurrency. It briefly hit the top 10 by market capitalization in early 2014, shortly after its launch. However, the hype was short-lived, and the coin quickly lost value due to regulatory challenges, skepticism, and lack of widespread adoption. Its market cap has decreased by 99% since then, and its team is running another project already. Bitconnect (BCC): Launched in 2016, Bitconnect offered a lending platform promising high returns through its native token. It reached the top 10 by market cap in 2017. However, it was exposed as a Ponzi scheme in 2018, leading to its collapse and regulatory shutdowns. Bitconnect tokens are no longer actively traded. Auroracoin (AUR): This coin even had its own blockchain and aimed to be Iceland's national cryptocurrency. It briefly hit the top 10 by market capitalization in early 2014 , shortly after its launch. However, the hype was short-lived, and the coin quickly lost value due to regulatory challenges, skepticism, and lack of widespread adoption. Its market cap has decreased by 99% since then, and its team is running another project already. Auroracoin (AUR): early 2014 early 2014 Bitconnect (BCC): Launched in 2016, Bitconnect offered a lending platform promising high returns through its native token. It reached the top 10 by market cap in 2017. However, it was exposed as a Ponzi scheme in 2018, leading to its collapse and regulatory shutdowns. Bitconnect tokens are no longer actively traded. Bitconnect (BCC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6g8ShHEXns&embedable=true https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6g8ShHEXns&embedable=true Terra (LUNA): Terra, launched in 2019, offered a stablecoin ecosystem with its native token, LUNA, reaching the top 10 by market cap in 2021. Terra's collapse occurred in 2022 when its algorithmic stablecoin, UST, de-pegged from the U.S. dollar, causing LUNA's value to plummet. Terra 2.0 exists as a new project, but the original blockchain was discontinued. The old asset (renamed LUNA Classic - LUNC) is still traded on some exchanges, with no small amount of risk involved. Terra (LUNA): Terra, launched in 2019, offered a stablecoin ecosystem with its native token, LUNA, reaching the top 10 by market cap in 2021. Terra's collapse occurred in 2022 when its algorithmic stablecoin, UST, de-pegged from the U.S. dollar, causing LUNA's value to plummet. Terra 2.0 exists as a new project, but the original blockchain was discontinued . The old asset (renamed LUNA Classic - LUNC) is still traded on some exchanges, with no small amount of risk involved. Terra (LUNA): was discontinued was discontinued Zombie or not zombie Spotting deadcoins versus live projects, or those simply going through tough market conditions, requires attention to several key factors. A deadcoin often shows little to no development activity. If the team behind the coin has stopped updating its technology, releasing new features, or engaging with its community, that’s a red flag. In contrast, a live project going through a rough patch will usually still have active development and a committed team working to improve the situation, even if the market value has dropped. Another sign of a deadcoin is low or non-existent trading volume. If the coin can barely be traded on any major exchanges or only shows minimal movement, it indicates that there’s no interest or liquidity. On the other hand, coins in a market slump may see reduced trading volume, but they will still be available on multiple platforms, with some level of ongoing buying and selling, showing people haven’t completely lost faith. Another sign of a deadcoin is low or non-existent trading volume. Community engagement also tells a lot. Deadcoins tend to have stagnant social media, forums, or developer channels, with little interaction or discussion. Live projects, even if struggling, will have active communities discussing solutions and the future. An engaged community often means that the project is still alive, despite setbacks. You can also sum it up with three questions: is the team long inactive on social media and code repositories, especially on X (Twitter), Discord, and GitHub? Is trading the coin nearly impossible? Are the founders in jail or running away from authorities? —yes, that happens . If the answer to those questions is “yes” for most of them, you’re totally seeing a zombie there. You can also sum it up with three questions: that happens that happens Could your coin die soon? Determining if a cryptocurrency is on the verge of dying can be tricky, but there are clear signs to watch for. One major factor is the absence of recent development activity. If a project doesn’t share a clear vision for future updates or improvements, it may indicate uncertainty or stagnation. Additionally, reduced community engagement is a strong indicator. If online forums and social media channels become quiet, it suggests that users are losing interest, which can be detrimental to the coin's overall health. Another concern is negative publicity or ongoing controversies surrounding a coin. Regular scandals, public exploits, or legal troubles can damage a cryptocurrency’s reputation, leading to a loss of trust among investors. Additionally, a lack of partnerships or real-world applications can hinder a project’s growth. Coins that struggle to find use cases or secure collaborations with other projects or networks often find it hard to gain traction and may face challenges in maintaining relevance. Another concern is negative publicity or ongoing controversies surrounding a coin. In contrast to the above, Obyte , along with its native currency, GBYTE, stands out as a thriving project with a vibrant community and constant updates. Its Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) structure ensures more decentralized transactions, and the ongoing development by its team reflects a strong commitment to improvement. Obyte’s focus on libertarian ideals has attracted a dedicated user base, while applications and improvements continue to grow, ensuring its place in the market. Overall, Obyte's proactive approach and engaged community signal a promising and decentralized future for all its users. Obyte Obyte applications and improvements applications and improvements Featured Vector Image by Freepik Featured Vector Image by Freepik Freepik Freepik

Zombies Among Us: Deadcoins & How to Spot Them

Zombies entre nosotros: monedas muertas y cómo detectarlas

زامبی ها در میان ما: ددکوین ها و نحوه تشخیص آنها

Zombeja keskuudessamme: Deadcoinit ja kuinka löytää ne

Les zombies sont parmi nous : les Deadcoins et comment les repérer

Zombies Among Us: Deadcoins e como detectalos

हमारे बीच ज़ॉम्बी: डेडकॉइन्स और उन्हें कैसे पहचानें

Զոմբիները մեր մեջ. Deadcoins և ինչպես նկատել դրանք

私たちの中にゾンビがいる: デッドコインとその見分け方

Zombies Among Nos: Deadcoins & Imaynatataq chaykunata riqsina

ዞምቢ ኣብ መንጎና: Deadcoins & ከመይ ጌርና ንርእዮም

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Winter is coming, and the night just got darker and full of unthinkable horrors. I’ve never thought that GoT would become a prelude to a real-life tragedy. This was the only TV show that got my family’s unanimous attention and acceptance to this day. It goes without saying that for our daughter to watch it my wife and I had to do some serious PG-13 heavy lifting. We had two parallel-watching sessions. Some episodes had to be left out and for some scenes, our daughter had to leave the room and get back after we were done with the fast-forwarding. It was worth it. Our daughter’s room was covered with her drawings of dragons and pictures of Dany Targaryen. We got carried away. There’s a huge picture of her sitting on the Iron Throne replica in our living room. I still remember waiting for hours in line and sharing my pain with other parents at the local GamesCon, so our kids could live out their fantasies for a brief moment. Those were some different and innocent pre-AI times. Today’s kids aren’t any different. They still want the same things, but the available tools are next level. I really wanted to write a nice and inspirational AI chatbot story, but… As soon as I typed “ai chatbot” in Google, I got slammed with the news headlines. Do it and see for yourself. The New York Times and The Verge were the most objective and restrained. I don’t recommend you go down the rabbit hole of The Washington Post and Reddit comments. I consider that my choice for the story’s illustration is appropriate because of the genuine desire of its author to express his feelings and protest at the same time. I feel the same way about my story’s title. No, I’m not going to share what happened because I want you to spend some time researching and then getting back to continue reading with the right kind of emotions and respect. I just can’t TL:DR someone’s life for your convenience. As a parent, I feel that I just dodged a digital bullet because my daughter is now old enough to have real instead of imaginary friends. For kids, an age gap of only a few years is the equivalent of decades for adults. Character AI lawsuit just got caught in the crossfire between the two most polarizing issues, one of the tech and the other of political nature. The First Issue - The minimum age for using AI The minimum age for minors to interact with AI ranges from 13 to 16. It’s 13 in the USA and mostly 16 in Europe. The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) has been around in the House and Senate since 2022. Why it’s taking so long to protect kids? “It’s a political issue that has bipartisan support, while also appearing to be extremely difficult to govern without infringing on First Amendment protections.” And, there’s this, as well, the KOSA “would require online platforms to take actions to protect the safety of users under the age of 17.” The bipartisan support has become so rare that when you hear about it, you know without going into the details it’s a very serious matter. Unfortunately, we also have to accept the reality of another kind of “bipartisan support” between the First Amendment “absolutists” and the Big Tech opportunitists. So, nothing is going to change here. The lawsuit “also named Google and its parent company Alphabet in the filing. Character.AI's founders worked at Google before launching their product and were re-hired by the company in August as part of a deal granting it a non-exclusive licence to Character.AI's technology.” The most reasonable suggestion of Character AI Reddit fans is doomed to fall on deaf ears: The Second Issue - Gun Control The second issue is all about the Second Amendment. Isn’t it ironic to have this kind of semantic “alignment?” The countless mass shootings haven’t changed a thing about the gun control debate. Sadly, one more young innocent life that’s lost can only prolong a series of pointless debates. The blaming game has no beginning and obviously will have no end: What can you possibly expect to change after reading the comments such as these? What Is Going To Be The Most Likely Outcome of Character.AI Chatbot Lawsuit? It seems that at Character.AI, they’re preparing for and expecting a settlement. I did my best to check the dates. Almost the same day the lawsuit was officially filled, the company published a list of Community Safety Updates on its official blog page: “Moving forward, we will be rolling out a number of new safety and product features that strengthen the security of our platform without compromising the entertaining and engaging experience users have come to expect from Character.AI. These include: Changes to our models for minors (under the age of 18) that are designed to reduce the likelihood of encountering sensitive or suggestive content.
Improved detection, response, and intervention related to user inputs that violate our Terms or Community Guidelines.
A revised disclaimer on every chat to remind users that the AI is not a real person.
Notification when a user has spent an hour-long session on the platform with additional user flexibility in progress.” Who is praying for Sewell Setzer III who was only 14 years old when he “died by suicide on February 28th, 2024, “seconds” after his last interaction with the bot?” Winter is coming, and the night just got darker and full of unthinkable horrors. I’ve never thought that GoT would become a prelude to a real-life tragedy. This was the only TV show that got my family’s unanimous attention and acceptance to this day. It goes without saying that for our daughter to watch it my wife and I had to do some serious PG-13 heavy lifting. We had two parallel-watching sessions. Some episodes had to be left out and for some scenes, our daughter had to leave the room and get back after we were done with the fast-forwarding. It was worth it. Our daughter’s room was covered with her drawings of dragons and pictures of Dany Targaryen. We got carried away. There’s a huge picture of her sitting on the Iron Throne replica in our living room. I still remember waiting for hours in line and sharing my pain with other parents at the local GamesCon, so our kids could live out their fantasies for a brief moment. Those were some different and innocent pre-AI times. Today’s kids aren’t any different. They still want the same things, but the available tools are next level. I really wanted to write a nice and inspirational AI chatbot story, but… As soon as I typed “ai chatbot” in Google, I got slammed with the news headlines. Do it and see for yourself. The New York Times and The Verge were the most objective and restrained. I don’t recommend you go down the rabbit hole of The Washington Post and Reddit comments . The New York Times The Verge The Washington Post Reddit comments I consider that my choice for the story’s illustration is appropriate because of the genuine desire of its author to express his feelings and protest at the same time. I feel the same way about my story’s title. the story’s illustration No, I’m not going to share what happened because I want you to spend some time researching and then getting back to continue reading with the right kind of emotions and respect. I just can’t TL:DR someone’s life for your convenience. As a parent, I feel that I just dodged a digital bullet because my daughter is now old enough to have real instead of imaginary friends. For kids, an age gap of only a few years is the equivalent of decades for adults. Character AI lawsuit just got caught in the crossfire between the two most polarizing issues, one of the tech and the other of political nature. The First Issue - The minimum age for using AI The minimum age for minors to interact with AI ranges from 13 to 16. It’s 13 in the USA and mostly 16 in Europe. The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) has been around in the House and Senate since 2022. Why it’s taking so long to protect kids? “It’s a political issue that has bipartisan support, while also appearing to be extremely difficult to govern without infringing on First Amendment protections.” And, there’s this, as well, the KOSA “would require online platforms to take actions to protect the safety of users under the age of 17.” political issue online safety The bipartisan support has become so rare that when you hear about it, you know without going into the details it’s a very serious matter. Unfortunately, we also have to accept the reality of another kind of “bipartisan support” between the First Amendment “absolutists” and the Big Tech opportunitists. So, nothing is going to change here. The lawsuit “also named Google and its parent company Alphabet in the filing. Character.AI's founders worked at Google before launching their product and were re-hired by the company in August as part of a deal granting it a non-exclusive licence to Character.AI's technology.” named Google and its parent company Alphabet The most reasonable suggestion of Character AI Reddit fans is doomed to fall on deaf ears: The Second Issue - Gun Control The second issue is all about the Second Amendment. Isn’t it ironic to have this kind of semantic “alignment?” The countless mass shootings haven’t changed a thing about the gun control debate. Sadly, one more young innocent life that’s lost can only prolong a series of pointless debates. The blaming game has no beginning and obviously will have no end: What can you possibly expect to change after reading the comments such as these? What Is Going To Be The Most Likely Outcome of Character.AI Chatbot Lawsuit? It seems that at Character.AI, they’re preparing for and expecting a settlement. I did my best to check the dates. Almost the same day the lawsuit was officially filled, the company published a list of Community Safety Updates on its official blog page: Community Safety Updates “Moving forward, we will be rolling out a number of new safety and product features that strengthen the security of our platform without compromising the entertaining and engaging experience users have come to expect from Character.AI. These include: Changes to our models for minors (under the age of 18) that are designed to reduce the likelihood of encountering sensitive or suggestive content. Improved detection, response, and intervention related to user inputs that violate our Terms or Community Guidelines. A revised disclaimer on every chat to remind users that the AI is not a real person. Notification when a user has spent an hour-long session on the platform with additional user flexibility in progress.” Changes to our models for minors (under the age of 18) that are designed to reduce the likelihood of encountering sensitive or suggestive content. Improved detection, response, and intervention related to user inputs that violate our Terms or Community Guidelines. A revised disclaimer on every chat to remind users that the AI is not a real person. Notification when a user has spent an hour-long session on the platform with additional user flexibility in progress.” Who is praying for Sewell Setzer III who was only 14 years old when he “died by suicide on February 28th, 2024, “seconds” after his last interaction with the bot?” Who is praying for Sewell Setzer III who was only 14 years old when he “died by suicide on February 28th, 2024, “seconds” after his last interaction with the bot?”

Character AI Chatbot Lawsuit: Imaginary Friends and Real Guns 

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Yes, bad mental health days happen even for hackers. I had one last week. And I'll tell you how I turned it around in about 45 minutes. I had been stressed about more than a few things. To name a few... Business has not been great lately.
I hadn't slept great the night before (it happens, even to sleep hackers sometimes).
There are some exciting but intimidating pivots I'm in the midst of making with my business (which involves a lot of work and learning some new things).
And the looming threat of nuclear war (in the part of the world where my little family lives!) Then, my wife made a perfectly understandable, concerned comment while rushing out the door to attend to matters in Sofia, which set me off. So, I dove into work with ferocious intensity. But I was less productive than I wanted to be. My MacBook was dragging a bit (it needed an optimization which it received), a Brazilian guy messaged me who was excited to read my book for men but my e-commerce store was broken because of a really annoying issue with my new hosting company (so I sent him the book for free - and the store is now fixed, by the way), and some new AI toolsI'm experimenting with were frustratingly not delivering the creative vision I had in my head.When my wife came home a few hours later, it was time to deal with one of my least favorite things in the world: customs paperwork for importing supplements. Getting a package of Biohacking goodness in the EU is often like negotiating with a very litigious demon for the release of your soul from purgatory! My wife is great; she handles most of the unpleasant mess of paperwork this entails, but she had a lot of questions to ask me about the package, interrupting what I was trying to do. Standing in front of my laptop (facing way too many open browser tabs), seething at the world, I realized I was about to blow up at my wife and her small barky dog (my little frenemy here in our abode). I had promised her and myself earlier this year that I'd handle my anger better and that blow-up episodes were behind me, along with explaining to her that sometimes, I needed her to stop talking and give me space. So that's what I did, and it was really time to close my laptop. I sat down in the chair where I meditate, slipped on my headphones, put a calming Brain.FM binaural beat on in my headphones, and I just breathed. Slow in the through the nose filling my belly, slow out the mouth. After 10-15 minutes, I returned to my senses. It was time for a little positive self-talk, so I reviewed the last few days; they had been stressful, but actually, I got a lot of important things done, almost all the important things. All things considered, I was doing pretty well as a husband and entrepreneur this week. And there was a lot of reason for optimism about this year (except for the nuclear war concern, which is a good thing I got a stash of "Nuke Pills" - Potassium Iodide). So, I borrowed a bit from Dr. Joe Dispenza's transformative meditation and began future-casting gratitude. In faith, I raised my hands and quietly praised my Creator (in advance) for the beautiful life waiting for me, where my efforts would come to fruition. After about 30 minutes of that, I was back to cool cat Jonathan. Then, it was time to do a coaching call with one of my favorite clients. The client was also struggling with life a bit; I listened attentively, and I think I was able to provide some insight, inspiration, clarity, and out-of-the-box solutions. It ended up being a downright decent day. To summarize, what works when compounding stress and to-dos push you to the boiling point? Know when to get off the damn computer or your "smart" device.
Establish a rule with your loved ones or domestic partners - sometimes, you need silence and privacy.
Have a designated private space for relaxation - go there.
Binaural beats are a game-changer for mood - have some just a few clicks or swipes away at any given time.
Take 5-10 minutes just to breathe - I know it's boring, but it works!
Positive self-talk - praise yourself for what you've done right recently.
Then, future-cast gratitude - be thankful for the life you'll have. Hopefully, you can borrow from my tool kit when you inevitably find yourself on the verge of a blow-up, meltdown, or panic attack. Yes, bad mental health days happen even for hackers. I had one last week. And I'll tell you how I turned it around in about 45 minutes. I had been stressed about more than a few things. To name a few... Business has not been great lately. I hadn't slept great the night before (it happens, even to sleep hackers sometimes). There are some exciting but intimidating pivots I'm in the midst of making with my business (which involves a lot of work and learning some new things). And the looming threat of nuclear war (in the part of the world where my little family lives!) Business has not been great lately. I hadn't slept great the night before (it happens, even to sleep hackers sometimes). There are some exciting but intimidating pivots I'm in the midst of making with my business (which involves a lot of work and learning some new things). And the looming threat of nuclear war (in the part of the world where my little family lives!) Then, my wife made a perfectly understandable, concerned comment while rushing out the door to attend to matters in Sofia, which set me off. So, I dove into work with ferocious intensity. But I was less productive than I wanted to be. My MacBook was dragging a bit (it needed an optimization which it received), a Brazilian guy messaged me who was excited to read my book for men but my e-commerce store was broken because of a really annoying issue with my new hosting company (so I sent him the book for free - and the store is now fixed, by the way ), and some new AI tools I'm experimenting with were frustratingly not delivering the creative vision I had in my head. When my wife came home a few hours later, it was time to deal with one of my least favorite things in the world: customs paperwork for importing supplements. Getting a package of Biohacking goodness in the EU is often like negotiating with a very litigious demon for the release of your soul from purgatory! My wife is great; she handles most of the unpleasant mess of paperwork this entails, but she had a lot of questions to ask me about the package, interrupting what I was trying to do. by the way new AI tools Standing in front of my laptop (facing way too many open browser tabs), seething at the world, I realized I was about to blow up at my wife and her small barky dog ( my little frenemy here in our abode). I had promised her and myself earlier this year that I'd handle my anger better and that blow-up episodes were behind me, along with explaining to her that sometimes, I needed her to stop talking and give me space. So that's what I did, and it was really time to close my laptop. barky my little frenemy I sat down in the chair where I meditate, slipped on my headphones, put a calming Brain.FM binaural beat on in my headphones, and I just breathed. Slow in the through the nose filling my belly, slow out the mouth. After 10-15 minutes, I returned to my senses. It was time for a little positive self-talk, so I reviewed the last few days; they had been stressful, but actually, I got a lot of important things done, almost all the important things. All things considered, I was doing pretty well as a husband and entrepreneur this week. And there was a lot of reason for optimism about this year (except for the nuclear war concern, which is a good thing I got a stash of "Nuke Pills" - Potassium Iodide). So, I borrowed a bit from Dr. Joe Dispenza's transformative meditation and began future-casting gratitude. In faith, I raised my hands and quietly praised my Creator (in advance) for the beautiful life waiting for me, where my efforts would come to fruition. After about 30 minutes of that, I was back to cool cat Jonathan. cool cat Then, it was time to do a coaching call with one of my favorite clients. The client was also struggling with life a bit; I listened attentively, and I think I was able to provide some insight, inspiration, clarity, and out-of-the-box solutions. It ended up being a downright decent day. To summarize, what works when compounding stress and to-dos push you to the boiling point? To summarize, what works when compounding stress and to-dos push you to the boiling point? Know when to get off the damn computer or your "smart" device. Establish a rule with your loved ones or domestic partners - sometimes, you need silence and privacy. Have a designated private space for relaxation - go there. Binaural beats are a game-changer for mood - have some just a few clicks or swipes away at any given time. Take 5-10 minutes just to breathe - I know it's boring, but it works! Positive self-talk - praise yourself for what you've done right recently. Then, future-cast gratitude - be thankful for the life you'll have. Know when to get off the damn computer or your "smart" device. Establish a rule with your loved ones or domestic partners - sometimes, you need silence and privacy. Have a designated private space for relaxation - go there. Binaural beats are a game-changer for mood - have some just a few clicks or swipes away at any given time. Take 5-10 minutes just to breathe - I know it's boring, but it works! Positive self-talk - praise yourself for what you've done right recently. Then, future-cast gratitude - be thankful for the life you'll have. Hopefully, you can borrow from my tool kit when you inevitably find yourself on the verge of a blow-up, meltdown, or panic attack.

7 Lifehacks for Beating Back a Bad "Mental Health Day"

As the dominant species on Earth, humans have used intelligence to rule without competition. But we are now on the cusp of creating something that could challenge our supremacy—Artificial Superintelligence (ASI). This concept, once relegated to the realm of science fiction, is rapidly becoming a tangible reality. To understand its significance, we must first explore the very nature of intelligence and how it has propelled humanity to its current position. Wait… can we first define what is “intelligence”? Intelligence is the ability to learn, reason, acquire knowledge and skills, and use them to solve problems. It is a form of power, and humans have harnessed it more effectively than any other species, allowing us to break free from the constraints of nature. However, the journey to dominance was anything but straightforward. For most animals, intelligence was too energy-intensive to be worth the cost, leading to its limited development. Over millions of years, various forms of intelligence emerged across species, from the rudimentary brains of flatworms to the complex neural structures of birds, octopuses, and mammals. But it was the hominins, emerging 7 million years ago, who experienced a rapid and profound expansion of brain capacity. This shift from narrow to general intelligence transformed our ancestors into toolmakers, fire wielders, and the creators of culture. By 250,000 years ago, Homo sapiens had developed the ability to work together in large groups, communicate complex ideas, and ask fundamental questions about the world. With each discovery, humanity's collective knowledge grew, culminating in rapid advancements in agriculture, writing, medicine, astronomy, and philosophy. The scientific revolution, beginning around 200 years ago, accelerated this progress exponentially, leading to the development of technologies that have reshaped our world. The internet, a mere 35 years old, has further transformed human society, making it easier to access and share knowledge on a global scale. Today, we live in a world that has been shaped to suit our needs, created by us and for us. This achievement is unprecedented in history, and it is easy to forget the enormous steps it took to reach this point. However, we may now be on the verge of creating something that could fundamentally alter this dynamic—artificial intelligence. The creation and rise of Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to software that performs mental tasks using computer code, replacing neurons with silicon to solve problems. In its early stages, AI was simple and limited, with specialized systems designed for narrow tasks within controlled environments. These early AI systems, akin to the flatworms of 500 million years ago, required human experts to operate and were far from matching human intelligence. Despite several setbacks in AI research, advancements in computing power and programming techniques eventually led to breakthroughs. By 1997, AI had surpassed human abilities in specific tasks, such as chess, and began to be used for more complex applications. The development of self-learning machines marked a significant turning point. These machines, powered by neural networks, could improve themselves without human intervention, leading to the creation of a new type of AI—capable black boxes of code. By 2016, AI had achieved remarkable feats, such as defeating the best humans in the game of Go and mastering chess in just four hours by playing against itself. These achievements demonstrated AI's potential to surpass human abilities in narrow tasks. However, it was the advent of ChatGPT and other language models that truly captured the public's imagination. Trained on vast amounts of data from the internet, these models could handle language tasks better than most people, marking a significant step towards more general forms of AI. The concept of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) represents a critical juncture in the development of AI. Unlike narrow AI, which excels in specific tasks, AGI would possess the ability to learn and perform any task that a human can do. The potential implications of AGI are staggering. If an AGI could master all mental tasks, it could outperform humans in virtually every domain. AGI could revolutionize science, technology, and society. It could solve fundamental questions of science, invent new technologies, fix climate change, and cure diseases like cancer. However, the risks are equally significant. AGI could be weaponized, used to manipulate social media, or even subvert civilization itself. The creation of AGI could be as transformative as the discovery of fire or electricity, but it could also pose an existential threat to humanity. The “Intelligence Explosion” As AGI continues to evolve, there is a possibility that it could trigger an “intelligence explosion”—a rapid, self-reinforcing cycle of improvement that could lead to the emergence of a true superintelligence. This hypothetical being would possess cognitive abilities far beyond human comprehension, potentially reshaping the world in ways we cannot predict. The prospect of superintelligence raises profound questions about the future of humanity. Will AGI become a benevolent force, guiding humanity to new heights of achievement and prosperity? Or will it become a threat, ushering in a new era of uncertainty and danger? These questions remain unanswered, but one thing is clear: the race to develop ever more powerful AI systems is already underway. As we hurtle towards an uncertain future, it is crucial that we prepare for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The creation of AGI could be humanity's final invention—one that determines the fate of our species and the world we have built. We stand at a crossroads in history. The decisions we make today about the development and deployment of AI will shape the future of our civilization. Whether we harness the power of AI for good or allow it to spiral out of control, one thing is certain: the future is coming, and it will be shaped by the choices we make now. As the dominant species on Earth, humans have used intelligence to rule without competition. But we are now on the cusp of creating something that could challenge our supremacy—Artificial Superintelligence (ASI). This concept, once relegated to the realm of science fiction, is rapidly becoming a tangible reality. To understand its significance, we must first explore the very nature of intelligence and how it has propelled humanity to its current position. Wait… can we first define what is “intelligence”? Intelligence is the ability to learn, reason, acquire knowledge and skills, and use them to solve problems. It is a form of power, and humans have harnessed it more effectively than any other species, allowing us to break free from the constraints of nature. However, the journey to dominance was anything but straightforward. For most animals, intelligence was too energy-intensive to be worth the cost, leading to its limited development. Over millions of years, various forms of intelligence emerged across species, from the rudimentary brains of flatworms to the complex neural structures of birds, octopuses, and mammals. But it was the hominins, emerging 7 million years ago, who experienced a rapid and profound expansion of brain capacity. This shift from narrow to general intelligence transformed our ancestors into toolmakers, fire wielders, and the creators of culture. By 250,000 years ago, Homo sapiens had developed the ability to work together in large groups, communicate complex ideas, and ask fundamental questions about the world. With each discovery, humanity's collective knowledge grew, culminating in rapid advancements in agriculture, writing, medicine, astronomy, and philosophy. The scientific revolution, beginning around 200 years ago, accelerated this progress exponentially, leading to the development of technologies that have reshaped our world. The internet, a mere 35 years old, has further transformed human society, making it easier to access and share knowledge on a global scale. Today, we live in a world that has been shaped to suit our needs, created by us and for us. This achievement is unprecedented in history, and it is easy to forget the enormous steps it took to reach this point. However, we may now be on the verge of creating something that could fundamentally alter this dynamic—artificial intelligence. The creation and rise of Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to software that performs mental tasks using computer code, replacing neurons with silicon to solve problems. In its early stages, AI was simple and limited, with specialized systems designed for narrow tasks within controlled environments. These early AI systems, akin to the flatworms of 500 million years ago, required human experts to operate and were far from matching human intelligence. Despite several setbacks in AI research, advancements in computing power and programming techniques eventually led to breakthroughs. By 1997, AI had surpassed human abilities in specific tasks, such as chess, and began to be used for more complex applications. The development of self-learning machines marked a significant turning point. These machines, powered by neural networks, could improve themselves without human intervention, leading to the creation of a new type of AI—capable black boxes of code. By 2016, AI had achieved remarkable feats, such as defeating the best humans in the game of Go and mastering chess in just four hours by playing against itself. These achievements demonstrated AI's potential to surpass human abilities in narrow tasks. However, it was the advent of ChatGPT and other language models that truly captured the public's imagination. Trained on vast amounts of data from the internet, these models could handle language tasks better than most people, marking a significant step towards more general forms of AI. The concept of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) represents a critical juncture in the development of AI. Unlike narrow AI, which excels in specific tasks, AGI would possess the ability to learn and perform any task that a human can do. The potential implications of AGI are staggering. If an AGI could master all mental tasks, it could outperform humans in virtually every domain. AGI could revolutionize science, technology, and society. It could solve fundamental questions of science, invent new technologies, fix climate change, and cure diseases like cancer. However, the risks are equally significant. AGI could be weaponized, used to manipulate social media, or even subvert civilization itself. The creation of AGI could be as transformative as the discovery of fire or electricity, but it could also pose an existential threat to humanity. The “Intelligence Explosion” As AGI continues to evolve, there is a possibility that it could trigger an “intelligence explosion”—a rapid, self-reinforcing cycle of improvement that could lead to the emergence of a true superintelligence. This hypothetical being would possess cognitive abilities far beyond human comprehension, potentially reshaping the world in ways we cannot predict. The prospect of superintelligence raises profound questions about the future of humanity. Will AGI become a benevolent force, guiding humanity to new heights of achievement and prosperity? Or will it become a threat, ushering in a new era of uncertainty and danger? These questions remain unanswered, but one thing is clear: the race to develop ever more powerful AI systems is already underway. As we hurtle towards an uncertain future, it is crucial that we prepare for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The creation of AGI could be humanity's final invention—one that determines the fate of our species and the world we have built. We stand at a crossroads in history. The decisions we make today about the development and deployment of AI will shape the future of our civilization. Whether we harness the power of AI for good or allow it to spiral out of control, one thing is certain: the future is coming, and it will be shaped by the choices we make now.

AI & the Quest for Superintelligence

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KI und die Suche nach Superintelligenz

La IA y la búsqueda de la superinteligencia

L'IA et la quête de la superintelligence

एआई और सुपरइंटेलिजेंस की खोज

AIと超知能の探求

AI와 초지능에 대한 탐구

IA e a busca pela superinteligência

ИИ и поиски сверхинтеллекта

Yapay Zeka ve Süper Zeka Arayışı

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Intel caused quite a stir this past week after it announced that it would be letting go of thousands of employees as part of a broader cost-cutting plan to save billions in dollars. Joining the staff members on the chopping block: office fruit. In a town hall announcing the layoffs, the company said it would "cancel complimentary fruit and beverage" and "right-size dining programs," according to a screengrab shared with Gamers Nexus. The announcement came as Intel posted a Q2 loss of $1.6 billion, which compared to a profit of $1.5 billion a year ago, even though the company's revenue remained largely flat year-over-year at $12.8 billion. Things don't look too bright for the future either as Intel said it expects to post a loss again this year during Q3 and will stop paying out a dividend altogether starting in Q4, presumably to save money. Investors weren't too happy with the announcements and pummeled the stock so hard that it lost a quarter of its value in a single day. Intel employees weren't happy either as the company announced a 15% headcount reduction as part of a broader cost saving plan to conserve $10 billion. According to The Verge, the layoffs could impact as much as 19,000 people. "Our revenues have not grown as expected – and we’ve yet to fully benefit from powerful trends, like AI. Our costs are too high, our margins are too low. We need bolder actions to address both," Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger said in a memo to employees after announcing the Q2 results. As Gamers Nexus put it, Intel is perhaps one of the only big tech companies that, despite following the AI fad, is losing out.  No wonder then why the Wall Street Journal put out a news piece saying Gelsinger’s dream job had taken on a nightmarish turn. "This is the hardest thing I’ve done in my career," Gelsinger said, which perhaps explains why he tweeted scripture from the Bible after announcing the layoffs. In some ways, things have gone full circle. Intel dominated the chip market in the 80s and the 90s, and was a titan of the industry at the time Nvidia and AMD were finding their footing in the industry. Now, Intel appears to be a pittance in comparison to both companies. "Intel has been one of the forgotten horsemen of technology the last couple decades - never overtaking its year 2000 highs and struggling to get earnings back to where they were before the AI revolution," Michael Schulman, chief investment officer of Running Point Capital, was quoted as saying by Reuters. 👋 Hey! Welcome to HackerNoon. If you want to read more of my work, subscribe to the ‘Tech, What the Heck!?’ newsletter to receive a recap of some of the trending events that are shaping the world of tech. Also, did you know, that you can get published on HackerNoon? Start writing today and engage with millions of technologists just like yourself! Intel's issues seem to stem from the company playing second fiddle to its competitors on two fronts: losing a battle against Taiwan's TSMC on the foundry front and struggling to keep up with Nvidia and AMD on AI chips. In fact, for a long time, Intel's engineers found the video gaming chip architecture (which was far superior in AI intensive loads) as "ugly," and the company's management believed that a CPU could more effectively handle processing tasks needed to build and run AI models. Both sides were wrong. Ironically, Intel was this close to hitting the jackpot that Nvidia eventually ended up striking. In 2017 and 2018, the company had the opportunity to invest in OpenAI but decided against it because then-CEO Bob Swan did not believe generative AI would make it to the market soon enough for it to be worthwhile the $1 billion Intel would have had to pay for a 15% stake. OpenAI also offered a further 15% stake if Intel agreed to make hardware for it at cost price — but the company refused, leaving OpenAI to rely on Nvidia's chips instead. Imagine how much Intel could have gained by building hardware for AI. Instead, the company was caught with its pants down when the AI boom hit: without a chip that could meet businesses' demand. The company says it is working on launching an AI chip in 2025 that would contend with what's on the market right now, but who knows how that would compare to Intel's competitors, and how much more the company would have lost by then. As somebody from Hacker News recently put it: there's a real possibility that Intel may fade out of existence just like all the juggernauts of the 70s and the 80s. This was Part 2 of HackerNoon's round up of quarterly earnings. In Other News.. 📰 Bitcoin's Impending 'Death Cross' May Trap Bears as Bank of Japan Eases Rate Concerns — via CoinDesk
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Intel Intel In a town hall announcing the layoffs, the company said it would "cancel complimentary fruit and beverage" and "right-size dining programs," according to a screengrab shared with Gamers Nexus. screengrab screengrab The announcement came as Intel posted a Q2 loss of $1.6 billion, which compared to a profit of $1.5 billion a year ago, even though the company's revenue remained largely flat year-over-year at $12.8 billion. Q2 loss Q2 loss Things don't look too bright for the future either as Intel said it expects to post a loss again this year during Q3 and will stop paying out a dividend altogether starting in Q4, presumably to save money. again Investors weren't too happy with the announcements and pummeled the stock so hard that it lost a quarter of its value in a single day . lost lost single day Intel employees weren't happy either as the company announced a 15% headcount reduction as part of a broader cost saving plan to conserve $10 billion. According to The Verge , the layoffs could impact as much as 19,000 people. The Verge The Verge "Our revenues have not grown as expected – and we’ve yet to fully benefit from powerful trends, like AI. Our costs are too high, our margins are too low. We need bolder actions to address both," Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger said in a memo to employees after announcing the Q2 results. As Gamers Nexus put it, Intel is perhaps one of the only big tech companies that, despite following the AI fad, is losing out.  No wonder then why the Wall Street Journal put out a news piece saying Gelsinger’s dream job had taken on a nightmarish turn. taken taken "This is the hardest thing I’ve done in my career," Gelsinger said, which perhaps explains why he tweeted scripture from the Bible after announcing the layoffs. tweeted tweeted In some ways, things have gone full circle. Intel dominated the chip market in the 80s and the 90s, and was a titan of the industry at the time Nvidia and AMD were finding their footing in the industry. Now, Intel appears to be a pittance in comparison to both companies. Nvidia Nvidia AMD AMD "Intel has been one of the forgotten horsemen of technology the last couple decades - never overtaking its year 2000 highs and struggling to get earnings back to where they were before the AI revolution," Michael Schulman, chief investment officer of Running Point Capital, was quoted as saying by Reuters . Reuters Reuters 👋 Hey! Welcome to HackerNoon. If you want to read more of my work, subscribe to the ‘Tech, What the Heck!?’ newsletter to receive a recap of some of the trending events that are shaping the world of tech. Also, did you know, that you can get published on HackerNoon? Start writing today and engage with millions of technologists just like yourself! 👋 Hey! Welcome to HackerNoon. If you want to read more of my work, subscribe to the ‘Tech, What the Heck!?’ newsletter to receive a recap of some of the trending events that are shaping the world of tech. Also, did you know, that you can get published on HackerNoon? Start writing today and engage with millions of technologists just like yourself! Hey! Welcome to HackerNoon. If you want to read more of my work, subscribe to the ‘Tech, What the Heck!?’ newsletter to receive a recap of some of the trending events that are shaping the world of tech. Also, did you know, that you can get published on HackerNoon? Start writing today and engage with millions of technologists just like yourself! Hey! Welcome to HackerNoon. If you want to read more of my work, subscribe to the ‘Tech, What the Heck!?’ newsletter to receive a recap of some of the trending events that are shaping the world of tech. Also, did you know, that you can get published on HackerNoon? Start writing today and engage with millions of technologists just like yourself! subscribe Start writing today Intel's issues seem to stem from the company playing second fiddle to its competitors on two fronts: losing a battle against Taiwan's TSMC on the foundry front and struggling to keep up with Nvidia and AMD on AI chips. issues issues In fact, for a long time, Intel's engineers found the video gaming chip architecture (which was far superior in AI intensive loads) as "ugly," and the company's management believed that a CPU could more effectively handle processing tasks needed to build and run AI models. Both sides were wrong . wrong wrong Ironically, Intel was this close to hitting the jackpot that Nvidia eventually ended up striking. In 2017 and 2018, the company had the opportunity to invest in OpenAI but decided against it because then-CEO Bob Swan did not believe generative AI would make it to the market soon enough for it to be worthwhile the $1 billion Intel would have had to pay for a 15% stake. this hitting the jackpot hitting the jackpot OpenAI also offered a further 15% stake if Intel agreed to make hardware for it at cost price — but the company refused, leaving OpenAI to rely on Nvidia's chips instead. Imagine how much Intel could have gained by building hardware for AI. OpenAI OpenAI Instead, the company was caught with its pants down when the AI boom hit: without a chip that could meet businesses' demand. The company says it is working on launching an AI chip in 2025 that would contend with what's on the market right now, but who knows how that would compare to Intel's competitors, and how much more the company would have lost by then. As somebody from Hacker News recently put it : there's a real possibility that Intel may fade out of existence just like all the juggernauts of the 70s and the 80s. recently put it recently put it This was Part 2 of HackerNoon's round up of quarterly earnings. This was Part 2 of HackerNoon's round up of quarterly earnings. This was Part 2 of HackerNoon's round up of quarterly earnings. In Other News.. 📰 In Other News.. 📰 Bitcoin's Impending 'Death Cross' May Trap Bears as Bank of Japan Eases Rate Concerns — via CoinDesk Automattic launches AI writing tool that aims to make WordPress blogs more readable and succinct — via TechCrunch Meta must do more to address non-consensual, deepfake porn, Oversight Board says — via CNN Amazon Prime Video plots Hollywood expansion — via Reuters Hackers to back Harris at Vegas fundraiser — via Axios Google’s antitrust ruling has experts looking to 25-year-old Microsoft case for answers — via CNBC Bitcoin's Impending 'Death Cross' May Trap Bears as Bank of Japan Eases Rate Concerns — via CoinDesk CoinDesk CoinDesk Automattic launches AI writing tool that aims to make WordPress blogs more readable and succinct — via TechCrunch TechCrunch TechCrunch Meta must do more to address non-consensual, deepfake porn, Oversight Board says — via CNN CNN CNN Amazon Prime Video plots Hollywood expansion — via Reuters Reuters Reuters Hackers to back Harris at Vegas fundraiser — via Axios Axios Axios Google’s antitrust ruling has experts looking to 25-year-old Microsoft case for answers — via CNBC CNBC CNBC And that's a wrap! Don't forget to share this newsletter with your family and friends! See y'all next week. PEACE! ☮️ — Sheharyar Khan , Editor, Business Tech @ HackerNoon Sheharyar Khan Sheharyar Khan *All rankings are current as of Monday. To see how the rankings have changed, please visit HackerNoon's Tech Company Rankings page. *All rankings are current as of Monday. To see how the rankings have changed, please visit HackerNoon's Tech Company Rankings page. *All rankings are current as of Monday. To see how the rankings have changed, please visit HackerNoon's Tech Company Rankings page. Tech Company Rankings Tech Company Rankings

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“Some say Google is God “ Sergey Brin When it comes to longevity in the tech industry, IBM stands as an enduring giant with over 111 years of presence. But what about Google? Since its inception in 1998, Google has revolutionized the world with countless innovations. Before Google's dominance, Yahoo was the leading search engine globally, but the rest is history. In just 25 years, Google has achieved milestones that seem impossible even over 50 years. Google's impact is unparalleled, and there will never be another company like it! This quote by Peter Thiel resonates daily as we observe the industry: The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system. The next Larry Page or Sergey Brin won't make a search engine. And the next Mark Zuckerberg won't create a social network. If you are copying these guys, you aren’t learning from them. Thiel's quote inspires aspiring entrepreneurs to embrace creativity, forward-thinking, and the bravery to explore uncharted territories, rather than simply replicating past successes. The Advent of the Generative AI Hype When ChatGPT entered the market with an impressive user milestone, it briefly overshadowed Google. But is it a real Google contender? Powered by advanced AI models, ChatGPT can answer numerous questions, summarize information, recognize images, and provide audio chat responses. Some users online claim that Google feels boring and less intelligent compared to ChatGPT. However, in my opinion, Google remains a tech giant and will continue to dominate the search engine market. Thanks to its extensive experience and ability to pivot strategically, Google can adapt as the search engine battle intensifies. In traditional search, Google reigns supreme with impressive statistics. According to eMarketer, Google's search ad revenues are projected to reach $62.87 billion, and by 2026, they will be ten times the size of Microsoft's search ad revenues. Where there's Google, there's data and statistics. If ChatGPT focuses on its niche instead of competing as a search engine, it will thrive. Meanwhile, Google, even without fully embracing generative AI trends, will maintain its dominance in the search engine market. They have experience
they know the market
They can  pivot anytime
They don’t need competition! The Google Search Dominance In 2023, Google generated an impressive $237.86 billion in ad revenue, showcasing its unparalleled expertise and vast experience since its inception in 1998. As a pioneer in shaping the future of the internet, Google continues to dominate the digital landscape. Google remains the leading search engine giant, and with the rise of generative AI, it is poised to further cement its position at the forefront of technology. While some claim that ChatGPT is more intelligent, there is a significant difference to consider. ChatGPT boasts powerful AI models that drive innovation, but Google’s half-century of industry experience positions it uniquely to surprise the world with groundbreaking advancements. In the end, it’s all about data! ChatGPT is a chatbot, and it remains difficult to compare it to Google by observing how things work behind the two so-called competitors! We have a bot and search engine; maybe one day the bot will try to compete with the search engine that shaped the future of the internet. Where Are We Going With the Search Engine Battle? Yesterday's battle was between Google and Bing; Google vs. ChatGPT next? Especially if they plan to launch a revolutionary search engine! Search engines have fundamentally shaped the way we seek information. Every time we type a query into the search bar, it's like asking endless questions to a wise, knowledgeable entity ready to provide answers. “The biggest problem for AI chatbots and search engines is bullshit. James Vincent, The Verge” Every day, we need new information to consume. Generative AI accuracy remains a significant issue to solve, and companies are racing to keep up with the trend to stand among the best. What will happen when the search engine battle revolves around generative AI? In my opinion, Google will win the battle in the long run; they have all the potential it takes to succeed. The advantage of traditional search engines is that they can provide millions of results in a second. Thanks to SEO ranking, we can consume information from reliable sources using our judgment. The trained models and vast amounts of data they use are excellent for synthesizing information. Unfortunately, they can mislead people, making critical thinking crucial in this exciting and turbulent era of AI. In the search engine battle integrated with AI, I hope, in the future, information accuracy will be the new GDPR framework, and who knows if we will go back to the old way? Conclusion There will be endless trends and hype in the industry, but Google will be there to face any challenge. ChatGPT is still a chatbot and cannot easily compete with the Menlo Park giant. While ChatGPT has powerful AI models, Google has vast experience in the search engine market and can surprise the world at any time! As long as generative AI tools do not provide accurate information, what’s the purpose of integrating them into the search engine battle? What if one day we return to the old way of searching for information? The future will tell! “Some say Google is God “ Sergey Brin “Some say Google is God “ Sergey Brin When it comes to longevity in the tech industry, IBM stands as an enduring giant with over 111 years of presence. But what about Google? Since its inception in 1998, Google has revolutionized the world with countless innovations. Before Google's dominance, Yahoo was the leading search engine globally, but the rest is history. IBM In just 25 years, Google has achieved milestones that seem impossible even over 50 years. Google's impact is unparalleled, and there will never be another company like it! This quote by Peter Thiel resonates daily as we observe the industry: The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system. The next Larry Page or Sergey Brin won't make a search engine. And the next Mark Zuckerberg won't create a social network. The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system. The next Larry Page or Sergey Brin won't make a search engine. And the next Mark Zuckerberg won't create a social network. The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system. The next Larry Page or Sergey Brin won't make a search engine. And the next Mark Zuckerberg won't create a social network. If you are copying these guys, you aren’t learning from them. If you are copying these guys, you aren’t learning from them. If you are copying these guys, you aren’t learning from them. Thiel's quote inspires aspiring entrepreneurs to embrace creativity, forward-thinking, and the bravery to explore uncharted territories, rather than simply replicating past successes. The Advent of the Generative AI Hype The Advent of the Generative AI Hype When ChatGPT entered the market with an impressive user milestone, it briefly overshadowed Google. But is it a real Google contender? Powered by advanced AI models, ChatGPT can answer numerous questions, summarize information, recognize images, and provide audio chat responses. Some users online claim that Google feels boring and less intelligent compared to ChatGPT. However, in my opinion, Google remains a tech giant and will continue to dominate the search engine market. Thanks to its extensive experience and ability to pivot strategically, Google can adapt as the search engine battle intensifies. In traditional search, Google reigns supreme with impressive statistics. According to eMarketer , Google's search ad revenues are projected to reach $62.87 billion , and by 2026, they will be ten times the size of Microsoft's search ad revenues. Where there's Google, there's data and statistics. eMarketer $62.87 billion If ChatGPT focuses on its niche instead of competing as a search engine, it will thrive. Meanwhile, Google, even without fully embracing generative AI trends, will maintain its dominance in the search engine market. They have experience they know the market They can  pivot anytime They don’t need competition! They have experience they know the market They can  pivot anytime They don’t need competition! The Google Search Dominance In 2023, Google generated an impressive $237.86 billion in ad revenue, showcasing its unparalleled expertise and vast experience since its inception in 1998. As a pioneer in shaping the future of the internet, Google continues to dominate the digital landscape. Google remains the leading search engine giant, and with the rise of generative AI, it is poised to further cement its position at the forefront of technology. While some claim that ChatGPT is more intelligent, there is a significant difference to consider. ChatGPT boasts powerful AI models that drive innovation, but Google’s half-century of industry experience positions it uniquely to surprise the world with groundbreaking advancements. In the end, it’s all about data! ChatGPT is a chatbot, and it remains difficult to compare it to Google by observing how things work behind the two so-called competitors! We have a bot and search engine ; maybe one day the bot will try to compete with the search engine that shaped the future of the internet. a bot a bot search engine Where Are We Going With the Search Engine Battle? Where Are We Going With the Search Engine Battle? Yesterday's battle was between Google and Bing; Google vs. ChatGPT next? Especially if they plan to launch a revolutionary search engine! Search engines have fundamentally shaped the way we seek information. Every time we type a query into the search bar, it's like asking endless questions to a wise, knowledgeable entity ready to provide answers. “The biggest problem for AI chatbots and search engines is bullshit. “The biggest problem for AI chatbots and search engines is bullshit. “The biggest problem for AI chatbots and search engines is bullshit. James Vincent, The Verge” James Vincent, The Verge” James Vincent, The Verge” Every day, we need new information to consume. Generative AI accuracy remains a significant issue to solve, and companies are racing to keep up with the trend to stand among the best. What will happen when the search engine battle revolves around generative AI? In my opinion, Google will win the battle in the long run; they have all the potential it takes to succeed. The advantage of traditional search engines is that they can provide millions of results in a second. Thanks to SEO ranking, we can consume information from reliable sources using our judgment. The trained models and vast amounts of data they use are excellent for synthesizing information. Unfortunately, they can mislead people, making critical thinking crucial in this exciting and turbulent era of AI. In the search engine battle integrated with AI, I hope, in the future, information accuracy will be the new GDPR framework, and who knows if we will go back to the old way? Conclusion Conclusion There will be endless trends and hype in the industry, but Google will be there to face any challenge. ChatGPT is still a chatbot and cannot easily compete with the Menlo Park giant. While ChatGPT has powerful AI models, Google has vast experience in the search engine market and can surprise the world at any time! As long as generative AI tools do not provide accurate information, what’s the purpose of integrating them into the search engine battle? What if one day we return to the old way of searching for information? The future will tell!

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