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Elon Musk’s AI Projects & Starship Take Us Into the Future

What’s Elon Musk doing in the field of artificial intelligence? What’s next for SpaceX? Biographer Walter Isaacson details the companies under Elon Musk that are working hard to constantly push technology forward. Isaacson contends that Musk still views bringing about a positive future for humanity as his primary mission in life. Read on to learn about Elon Musk’s AI projects—specifically Neuralink and Optimus—as well as SpaceX’s Starship rocket.

Ray Kurzweil on the Negative Impact of Technology on Society

What’s the downside of technological progress? How worried should we be about the future? The road to the future of the technological Singularity isn’t without its dangers. Every technology has the potential for misuse, and the hazards involved with biotech, nanotech, and AI are substantial. Ray Kurzweil details some of those dangers while arguing the futility of trying to halt technological progress. Continue reading to get Kurzweil’s take on the negative impact of technology on society and what he recommends as a remedy.

Is a Superintelligent AI Coming? Here’s What Experts Say

What’s superintelligent AI? When will superintelligent AI be introduced to the world? In his book Life 3.0, Max Tegmark says an artificial superintelligence likely won’t be developed until 2055. While Tegmark certainly thinks a superintelligent AI is possible, other experts disagree. Let’s look at both sides of the argument about an artificial superintelligence’s possibility.

What Causes Chronic Disease? A Look at Metabolic Dysfunction

What causes chronic disease? Which four chronic diseases are primarily to blame for decline and death in old age? Why is Alzheimer’s disease sometimes called “type 3 diabetes”? According to physician Peter Attia, the key to avoiding physical and mental decline when you’re older is preventing four specific chronic diseases. He says that they all have one cause in common: metabolic dysfunction. Keep reading to learn what metabolic dysfunction is and how it contributes to four deadly chronic diseases.

The Cost of Invasive Species Is Growing With Climate Change

Why has the cost of invasive species risen recently? What are governments doing about it, and how can you help? An urgent report shows that invasive species are costing the world hundreds of billions of dollars every year. These costs have been increasing over the past 50 years due to climate change. Keep reading for a background on invasive species and what can be done to lessen the impact.

SpaceX and Tesla: Musk’s Technological Quests to Save the World

Why did Elon Musk start SpaceX and Tesla? What’s the common thread in their respective missions? Elon Musk has arguably pushed technology forward more than any other living person in the modern age. In a way, he’s made it his personal mission to bring human civilization to other worlds via his company SpaceX while weaning us away from fossil fuels by developing electric vehicles through Tesla. Continue reading to learn about SpaceX and Tesla and why they’re far more than just successful business ventures.

The 3 Possible Negative Effects of AI In the Future

What are the negative effects of AI? Could AI overpower humans? In Life 3.0, Max Tegmark takes a look at some of the existential dangers that artificial superintelligence poses. There are three scenarios in which the AI’s goal ruins humans’ chances to live a satisfying life. Discover the top three negative effects of AI in the future.

Do Scientists Believe in Aliens? Whistleblower Has “Proof”

Do scientists believe in aliens? Why do recent whistleblower claims about extraterrestrial spacecraft, alien remains, and government coverups sound so unbelievable? Many people weren’t sure what to think of a military whistleblower’s claims that the US government has recovered the spacecraft—and remains—of extraterrestrials. The news provoked excitement among UFO enthusiasts, but much of the public responded to the news with a shrug. Keep reading to learn about the whistleblower’s claims and whether or not scientists believe in extraterrestrials.

Peter Attia: Sleep Is Just What the Doctor Ordered

Do you get enough sleep? If you don’t, what risks are you taking? According to physician Peter Attia, sleep is something that you shouldn’t neglect if you want to extend the active and fulfilling part of your life. The earlier you start building a habit of quality sleep, the better chance you have of circumventing mental and physical decline. Keep reading to understand why sufficient quality sleep is so important.

Fate vs. Free Will: Do Humans Have Agency?

What are the arguments for fate vs. free will? Are humans capable of choosing their own destiny? Philosophers have been debating fate vs. free will for centuries. Some believe that people’s lives and choices are predetermined, while others believe that humans are responsible for their own actions. While there’s still not a definitive answer, you should take a look at the below arguments about fate vs. free will to come to a conclusion yourself.