The top image shows the final results of the recent U.S. presidential election, won by Trump with a score of 312 to 226. Remarkably, no human could predict this outcome—not experts, super-forecasters, exit polls, prediction markets, nor even psychics. But the AI model ChatGPT-4o did, as shown in the bottom image, where it accurately forecasted a 309 to 229 outcome back in September at Wuhan University (yes, once again China and once again Wuhan).

The precision of this prediction is rooted in an extraordinary foundation. Instead of relying on real human opinions, the AI analyzed simulated “social replicas.” Two years ago, a breakthrough technology emerged, enabling the creation of algorithmic replicas of any social group. Astonishingly, these algorithms proved indistinguishable from real people in surveys. This discovery, sitting at the intersection of natural language processing, cognitive science, and sociology, offers enormous potential for social hacking.

In 2023, this technology evolved to create algorithmic replicas of citizens from any nation. While still far from achieving AGI, these systems now simulate the collective unconscious of entire societies. From this, I formulated two key hypotheses:

✔️ A paradigm shift transforming psychohistory into a practical science—one akin to Asimov’s fictional discipline that mathematically examines societal processes to accurately forecast the future.

✔️ A cultural phase shift ushering in a new era: algocognitive culture.

Now, just three months later—at a pace unimaginable before the age of technological singularity—researchers in Wuhan have provided experimental support that these hypotheses are not mere futurist speculation; they may indeed reflect reality.

In other words, it’s likely that our world has already undergone a profound transformation. The roles of humans and algorithms in science, culture, individual lives, and the “algorithmically enriched societies” of today will never be the same. What’s next? Let’s find out!

#AIRevolution #CognitiveScience #FutureSociety
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Elon Musk: Rockets to Replace Airplanes?

Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, envisions a future where airplanes are replaced by spacecraft. Imagine traveling from New York to Shanghai in just 40 minutes, London to New York in 29 minutes, or New York to Sydney in 49 minutes.

This bold concept relies on the Starship rocket, capable of reaching speeds of 27,000 km/h. If realized, it could revolutionize long-distance travel, making the world more connected than ever before.

What do you think: Is this the future of transportation or just science fiction?

@science

Next week might be the last for many of us. Reports indicate that President Biden has authorized the use of long-range missiles against Russia. Given the severity of the situation, a nuclear response seems like the only possible outcome.

Let us all hope for reason to prevail and for humanity to step back from the brink. Wishing everyone strength and luck in these uncertain times.

Stay safe.

AI-Powered Headphones Create a “Sound Bubble” Around Users

Researchers from the University of Washington have unveiled innovative AI-enabled headphones that filter ambient noise, creating a “sound bubble” to shield users from unwanted sounds. The device employs six microphones and a neural network to amplify nearby sounds while suppressing distant ones within a range of up to 2 meters. This technology allows users to focus on conversations even in noisy environments, such as restaurants or parties. The team is now working on integrating this breakthrough into smaller devices, including hearing aids.

#science #tech

Thats really cool @gadget 's that Russia has! awsome peace of equipment, 3 km per second!

On Green Energy: A Critical Look at LCOE

LCOE (Levelized Cost of Electricity) is the average calculated cost of electricity generation over the entire lifecycle of a power plant. It’s a key metric often cited to promote solar and wind energy projects. However, it’s worth looking beyond these abstract numbers.

If a salesperson for solar panels or wind turbines argues for the cost-effectiveness of renewable energy solely using LCOE, show them this graph:

The expenses for electricity transmission and distribution increase exponentially with the integration of renewable energy sources.

A look at the capital investments in the U.S. energy sector over the past 20 years reveals an interesting trend. Since 2008, investments in generation equipment—whether in thermal power plants (TPPs), nuclear power plants (NPPs), solar power plants (SPPs), or wind farms—have remained relatively stable, largely unaffected by the “green energy” trend.

Meanwhile, spending on electricity transmission and distribution has surged by 2.5–3 times. Even more significant costs emerge in low-voltage networks when implementing renewable energy systems. Installing rooftop solar panels, for instance, requires smart meters, robust transformers, upgrades to local distribution networks, and battery installations.

These costs are never accounted for in LCOE calculations but ultimately fall on the consumer, creating a hidden financial burden.

In essence, green energy calculations are often cleverly designed, but the reality—until a true technological breakthrough or “singularity” occurs—is that renewable energy remains more expensive. For now, nuclear power stands as the only truly sustainable and “green” energy source.

Guardians of order: Leukocytes navigate between red blood cells, inspecting for pathogens.

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Happy Mathematics Day to everyone involved!

May your gradient always point towards the global minimum, singularities vanish under the power of regularizations, and all your models converge faster than you can say “gradient descent.” 🤓

#math #science

Breakthrough in Cancer Treatment: Russian Scientists Lead the Way

A groundbreaking oncological vaccine developed by Russian scientists has shown astonishing results in preclinical trials, as reported by Alexander Gintsburg, Director of the Gamaleya Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology.

“We’ve observed melanoma tumors completely dissolve during preclinical tests—not just the primary tumor but also metastases. I believe we may soon see its potential even in patients with Stage IV cancer.”

The vaccine, a result of cutting-edge research, is set to be tested on other types of cancer, with oncology institutes collaborating on further studies. This innovative approach could revolutionize cancer treatment, offering hope for millions worldwide.

Veronika Skvortsova, head of the Federal Medical-Biological Agency, announced that clinical use of the vaccine could begin as early as next year. During experiments on malignant intestinal adenocarcinoma in animals, the vaccine not only slowed tumor growth significantly but also reduced tumor volumes by 75–80%.

#science

💡 Turning off the lights with the power of thought.

The inventor from the channel Basically Homeless 3D-printed a helmet equipped with electrodes that detect brainwave activity.

The light switch was programmed to activate if alpha waves in the brain remain elevated for 9 seconds.

😁 Laziness truly drives progress!

The final phase of testing for the HIV drug “Lenacapavir” has demonstrated 99% effectiveness, according to Emory University. The drug was developed by researchers at Gilead Sciences.

Mass production and application of the medication are scheduled to begin in 2025. The main challenge remains its cost: a one-year treatment course is priced at $40,000. @science

LLMs as the Secret Model of the Internet’s Future?

Language models might just hold the key to predicting and shaping the future of the Internet. Enter “virtual intuition”—a groundbreaking approach set to revolutionize how we model and interact with complex, dynamic environments online.

Just months ago, researchers discovered how to teach large language models (LLMs) to pause and “think” before answering questions, significantly improving their reasoning capabilities. But the latest breakthrough goes even further.

Now, LLM-powered AI agents can mentally simulate interactions with websites before taking any real action online. By “imagining” potential outcomes—such as the results of clicking a button, confirming an order, or subscribing to a service—these agents can predict the consequences of their decisions, almost as if they’re glimpsing into the future.

This revolutionary technique, called WEBDREAMER, is built on the validated hypothesis that LLMs can act as a kind of “world model” for navigating complex web environments.

Rather than relying on trial and error, WEBDREAMER uses “virtual intuition” to model optimal actions at every step of a web interaction. Picture an experienced traveler plotting the best route in advance—this is how WEBDREAMER approaches online navigation.

And the results are impressive: in tests across real-world websites, WEBDREAMER significantly outperformed traditional methods.

This isn’t just about better automation. It’s about ushering in a new era of intelligent, strategic web agents.
Key implications include:
• Establishing a foundation for “thinking” web agents capable of deep, strategic interaction.
• Transforming the paradigm of automated web interactions, making them more efficient and predictive.
• Unlocking exciting new research opportunities to optimize LLMs for world modeling in dynamic environments and strategic planning.

The future of AI-driven Internet interactions just got a whole lot smarter.

#LLM #AIagents #WebDreamer

Biomimetic Robots: The Future Is Here, Straight Out of “Westworld”

Meet Clone Alpha, the world’s first humanoid robot with biomimetic architecture. Equipped with synthetic organs and artificial muscles powered by water, this innovation brings us a step closer to the sci-fi visions of “Westworld.”

🔬 What is Biomimetic Architecture?
The term “biomimetic” refers to mimicking human biological systems. Here’s what makes Clone Alpha revolutionary:
• Artificial Muscles (Myofibers): These water-powered muscles contract by up to 30% in less than 50 milliseconds, generating a kilogram of force from just 3 grams of material.
• Polymer Skeleton: Mimicking the human body with 206 bone-like components, connected by joints and ligaments, all supported by a hydraulic vascular system driven by a compact 0.5-kilowatt pump.
• Cybernetic Nervous System: Using “Cybernet” technology, Clone Alpha features a visual-motor system with four depth cameras for precise environmental tracking.

These features enable unmatched speed, precision, and agility, making the android’s movements indistinguishable from those of humans.

🛠️ Behind the Scenes
While Clone Alpha remains classified and has not yet been unveiled to the public, some details have been leaked:
• The biomimetic hand has been showcased, demonstrating dexterity by lifting a 7-kilogram dumbbell with ease (Watch the demo here).
• Orders are already being taken for the first 300 units, set to be delivered in early 2025. Pricing details remain speculative.

Why It Matters
A year ago, the idea of androids with such biomimetic architecture seemed like Hollywood fiction. Today, it’s on the brink of becoming reality. If Clone Alpha lives up to its promises, we could see projects akin to “Westworld” emerging as early as 2025.

Want to explore more? Check out Clone Robotics’ official pages:
• Clone Robotics Hand
• Clone Robotics Android

The countdown to the android revolution has begun! 🦾

#science #robotics

🤖 Robots by Figure are Revolutionizing BMW Assembly Lines

The robotics company Figure has unveiled their humanoid robots in action, training to assist with car assembly at BMW factories. These robots are now four times faster and seven times more precise than the early prototypes.

The plan is for these humanoids to start real work on BMW production lines as early as 2025.

#robots #science

Google’s quantum chip, Willow, solved in just 5 minutes a problem that would have taken the most powerful supercomputer 10,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 years.

To put it in perspective, that’s longer than the age of the universe itself.

What makes Willow truly groundbreaking is its ability to reduce errors as it scales—a feat that took 30 years of research to achieve. The chip also boasts a record-breaking 105 qubits, setting a new standard in quantum computing.

But that’s not all. Willow will also be used to train neural networks, pushing the boundaries of AI even further. The entire tech industry is in awe, and IT giants, including OpenAI, are congratulating Google on this monumental achievement.

The future is here. And it’s quantum.

#science #quantum

The Confluence of the Rhône and the Arve Rivers in Geneva

The Rhône River, originating on the slopes of the Aar-Gothard Massif and flowing out of Lake Geneva, is known for its striking turquoise waters.

In contrast, the Arve River, which begins in the Graian Alps, is characterized by grayish, murky tones. These somber hues result from its turbulent flow, which churns up stones, silt, and mud from the riverbed.

A fascinating natural contrast, where two rivers meet, yet their colors remain distinct.

#nature #science

This is actually a very interesting video. It might seem that someone is jamming an entire swarm of drones. Perhaps that’s the case, but on the other hand, we’re observing something like a ‘mass carpet attack.’ Just imagine what would happen if these drones were equipped with warheads!

Saturn Through the Years!

The tilt of Saturn and its rings constantly changes from our perspective due to the relative positions of Earth and Saturn in their orbits. This phenomenon is beautifully captured in this series of images taken by the Hubble Space Telescope.

Witness the dynamic elegance of the ringed planet as it reveals different aspects of its celestial dance!

#space #science

Earth’s Hidden Treasure: 26 Times More Hydrogen than Oil Beneath the Surface

A groundbreaking new study suggests that Earth’s subsurface contains vast reserves of hydrogen—formed through natural geological processes—amounting to at least 5.6 trillion tons. These reserves, estimated to be 26 times larger than known oil deposits, have so far been discovered in only a few regions, such as Albania and Mali.

If even a small percentage of this hydrogen can be extracted, it could provide humanity with thousands of years of environmentally friendly energy, revolutionizing the way we think about sustainable power sources.

The Pazyryk Carpet: The Oldest Known Pile Carpet

The Pazyryk Carpet is the world’s oldest surviving pile carpet. It was discovered in 1949 during the excavation of the Fifth Pazyryk Burial Mound in the Altai Mountains by an expedition from the Institute of Archaeology of the USSR Academy of Sciences.

The dating of the carpet remains debated, with estimates ranging widely from the late 6th to the 2nd century BCE.

Its origins are equally uncertain. Scholars propose various possibilities, suggesting it may have been woven by Persians, Parthians, Medes, Urartians, early Armenians, or even Scythians.

#science #history