Over the years, scientists have continuously likened the human brain to the prevailing technology of their time — automations, then telephones, and now predictive machines — with the people in power said to be continuously exploiting it to control the masses. If Anil Seth’s witticism bears any truth – “I predict (myself) therefore I am” – then, with predictive technology being capable of predicting and configuring our innate predictive systems, are we destined for a viscous cycle of Echo-Chambered thoughts? Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here
Merv
January 27, 2023
