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#70 Reflection: Escape the Matrix of Thinking

Imagine stepping outside of yourself, leaving behind the familiar confines of your thoughts, emotions, and biases. It's like shedding old skin, revealing a fresh perspective, a beginner's mind capable of seeing the world anew.

#69 So much "synthetic fake sympathy"

In 2035 Seoul, Jinwoo struggles with a society dominated by AI and "synthetic sympathy," where human connection is replaced by algorithms and surveillance.  He must navigate this dystopian reality while battling against the suffocating pressure to conform and seeking ways to retain his humanity and agency.

#68 Reflection: The Hype, the Hope, and the Pessimism

When we see the latest Facebook Orion—an important billion-dollar step into a future direction—and currently costing around $10,000 to make (Business Insider), we might think that the world of tomorrow is already here. Finally.

#67 Digital Divide - expensive AI

The year is 2035, and the world operates on a new faith - Artificial Intelligence. The Digital Divine has infiltrated every aspect of life, its promises of progress starkly contrasted by the growing chasm between the haves and have-nots.

#66 PIX.ME The Future of Payments

Since its launch in 2020, Pix has completely transformed how Brazilians handle their money. Fast-forward to 2034, and São Paulo is buzzing as always. However, Pix isn't just about payments anymore; it's a hidden part of everyday life, connecting every transaction, every interaction, and every moment.

#65 Less Cows, More Milk

The lab-grown milk revolution is in full swing, fueled by the adaptability and regulatory ease of precision fermentation, a technology that has quietly evolved since the 1980s. Countries like...

#64 Reflection: Resilience, Recover, Reboot

Resilience is about more than just overcoming obstacles; it's about making a larger step forward after you get beyond the crises: you evolve.

#63 Reflection: Noise is what we NEED!

We crave the illusion of harmony, stability, and the comfort of familiar narratives. We fall prey to hyped-up trends and personalities, seeking refuge in echo chambers where the “parasite” is eradicated, dictating content we already agree with.