At the Bitcoin 2022 Conference, Nick Szabo explored the pioneers and influences behind the ideas that shaped Bitcoin’s creation. He highlights the dreams of de-politicizing money and non-violently enforcing contracts, which were influenced by the gold sculpture in cyberspace concept from Iranian scientists Iranshahi and May, and the long-standing ideas in Austrian economics. Key technologies… Continue reading Nick Szabo on Pioneers and Influences that Shaped Bitcoin’s Creation
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How to Block Direct Energy Weapons – Guide to Protection Against Emerging Threats
As the field of technology advances, the potential risks and challenges faced by us as individuals grow as much as well. Direct Energy Weapons (DEWs) have emerged as a concerning development, capable of inflicting harm through focused energy beams. In this comprehensive article, we will explore various strategies and techniques for protecting against DEWs and… Continue reading How to Block Direct Energy Weapons – Guide to Protection Against Emerging Threats
Geoffrey Hinton Discusses Existential Threats Posed by Artificial Intelligence
Geoffrey Hinton, often referred to as the Godfather of AI, is a renowned computer scientist whose pioneering work in the field of artificial intelligence has revolutionized the way machines learn and process information. His groundbreaking contributions to neural networks and deep learning have paved the way for advancements in image and speech recognition, computer vision,… Continue reading Geoffrey Hinton Discusses Existential Threats Posed by Artificial Intelligence
Geoffrey Hinton: The Godfather of AI Whose Contributions Transformed the Field
In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), few names hold as much significance as Geoffrey Hinton. However, with the emergence of AI and platforms like ChatGPT, Geoffrey Hinton warns of potential existential threats posed by the AI. Introduction: Geoffrey Hinton, the renowned computer scientist and former Google executive, has earned the well-deserved title of the… Continue reading Geoffrey Hinton: The Godfather of AI Whose Contributions Transformed the Field
Similarities Between Fear-Mongering Around Bitcoin and Early Days of Internet
Oh wow, the Internet is broken and Bitcoin is useless! Who would have thought? Apparently, money not issued by the government is destined to fail. The Internet is in a state of transition to a faster and more stable network, but let’s just send all those developers home because if it ain’t broke, don’t fix… Continue reading Similarities Between Fear-Mongering Around Bitcoin and Early Days of Internet
La Bitcoinetta – Cute BTC Van Seen in El Salvador
El Salvador made headlines in 2021 when it became the first country in the world to officially recognize Bitcoin as legal tender, alongside the US dollar. This decision was met with mixed reactions from the global community, with some hailing it as a bold move towards financial inclusion and others warning of the risks associated… Continue reading La Bitcoinetta – Cute BTC Van Seen in El Salvador