OneLike - Social

Computer scientist Lance Fortnow reveals that by embracing the computations surrounding us, we can better understand and manage our seemingly random world. Fortnow shares his personal journey with computers, from his early fascination with a Radio Shack TRS-80 to his deep connection with computational processes today. He explains how everyday activities, like mailing a letter, embody computational processes, similar to the intricate operations within a computer. Fortnow emphasizes that recognizing...

For the first time in history, women are set to control the majority of personal wealth, with an unprecedented $30 trillion expected to be transferred to them in the next decade. This shift not only signifies a change in financial power but also in how wealth is directed. Women are known for spending more on their families, communities, and socially responsible causes. Pioneers like Melinda French Gates and MacKenzie Scott are leading the way, with Gates pledging $1 billion to women’s rights groups and Scott donating $17 billion to over 2,300 nonprofits...

China has officially begun its ambitious project to rival SpaceX's Starlink by launching the first batch of satellites for its Qianfan megaconstellation. On August 6, a Long March 6A rocket successfully deployed 18 Qianfan satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO) from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center. This marks the initial step in China’s plan to build a 14,000-satellite network to provide global internet coverage. Operated by Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology and backed by the Shanghai municipal...

Russia has officially legalized Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining, marking a significant shift in its approach to digital currencies. This move, set to take effect in November 2024, is part of a broader strategy to reduce reliance on the US dollar in international trade, particularly in response to US sanctions that block Russia from the SWIFT interbank messaging system. Under the new law, approved mining firms can register through a state database, while individual miners can operate without registration if their energy consumption stays below a certain threshold...

In a groundbreaking development for dental care, Perceptive has completed the world’s first fully automated dental procedure using an advanced AI-driven robotic system. This revolutionary technology integrates 3D imaging, artificial intelligence, and robotics to set a new benchmark in dental precision and efficiency. The system, demonstrated on a Porsche Taycan EV, promises to enhance patient experience by reducing the time for procedures like crown placements from two lengthy visits to just 15 minutes...