How Sci-Fi Has Inspired Real-World Tech Innovations
Did you know researchers at the University of Hawaii found a big increase in science fiction in tech studies? This shows how sci-fi has shaped...
Life on the Edge: Building Vertical Pollinator Habitat Walls
I was hunched over my workbench last weekend, mid-calibration on a new custom drone frame, when I realized my balcony looked less like a high-tech...
Fair Code: a Guide to Algorithmic Bias Mitigation
I’m so tired of seeing tech consultants sell “algorithmic bias mitigation” as some expensive, magic-bullet software package that you just plug in and forget about....
Filtering the Hype: Applying Influence Bias Correction to Reviews
I still remember sitting in a windowless conference room three years ago, staring at a dashboard that looked absolutely perfect on paper, while our actual...
How to Fix Common Household Problems Without a Pro
It’s the weekend, and I’m looking forward to relaxing. But, the sink is leaking, and the lights flicker. I think about calling a professional, but...
Top Online Learning Platforms to Upgrade Your Skills
Did you know that by 2025, 50% of companies will focus on employee growth? The job market is changing fast, making it key to learn...
What is the Digital Divide and How Can We Fix It?
Did you know that nearly 45 percent of global households lack internet access? This creates a big gap between those who are connected and those...
Move to Think: 5 Effective Somatic Creative Prompts
I remember sitting on my studio floor three years ago, staring at a blank canvas until my eyes actually ached, feeling like a total fraud...
Moving Walls: the Evolution of Kinetic Street-art 2.0
I was standing in a rain-slicked alley in Berlin last November, watching a crowd of people stare blankly at a piece of “interactive” installation that...
Memory for Ai: Deploying a Private Vector Db on Your Server
Ever felt like the tech industry is trying to sell you a shiny, overpriced starship when all you really need is a reliable shuttle to...