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102. China's Crazy Lunar Slingshot
04:41||Ep. 102Chinese scientists have proposed a rotating magnetic launcher on the moon to send lunar resources to Earth.The system would be powered by solar and nuclear energy, recovering over 70 percent of energy after each launch.The primary target: extracting and transporting helium-3, a potential game-changer for Earth's energy crisis.https://interestingengineering.com/space/china-magnetic-launcher-moonTarek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarekmadanymamlouk/
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101. AI in the Hands of Terrorists
05:14||Ep. 101Islamic State supporters are increasingly using AI tools for propaganda and recruitment, raising serious concerns about the adequacy of current safety measures.AI-generated content, including videos and chatbots, is being exploited to spread extremist messages and potentially recruit new members.Experts warn that the rapid release of AI models without proper safeguards is creating new risks, with terrorist groups already finding ways to bypass existing controls.https://www.context.news/ai/islamic-state-supporters-turn-to-ai-to-bolster-online-supportTarek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarekmadanymamlouk/100. Let AI spend your money!
07:13||Ep. 100Skyfire Systems has launched a payment network that allows AI agents to make autonomous transactions on your behalf.Skyfire’s platform includes safeguards to prevent AI agents from overspending and provides users with detailed control over their agents’ spending.The company raised $8.5 million in seed funding to further develop this technology, aiming to revolutionize how AI interacts with financial systems.https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/21/skyfire-lets-ai-agents-spend-your-money/Tarek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarekmadanymamlouk/99. Deep Fake Elections
05:57||Ep. 99Fake celebrity endorsements are spreading like wildfire on social media, leading up to the 2024 election.Artificial intelligence is playing a key role in generating these misleading images, making them more convincing than ever.**Major platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Meta are facing criticism for their reduced efforts to curb election-related disinformation.https://edition.cnn.com/2024/08/22/media/fake-celebrity-endorsements-social-media-2024-election-misinformation/Tarek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarekmadanymamlouk/98. Chatbot Arena
09:45||Ep. 98Explore Chatbot Arena, an open platform for evaluating AI models based on real-world user interactions. Learn how it works, its key insights, practical applications, and its potential to shape the future of AI development. Perfect for developers, businesses, researchers, and AI enthusiasts.https://lmarena.ai/Tarek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarekmadanymamlouk/97. Exoskeletons for Humans
30:59||Ep. 97If you watch Science Fiction Movies, then you know that Exoskeletons are great for fighting Aliens but even without Science Fiction there is a real market out there for real exoskeletons. Today!German Bionic is a company that develops exoskeletons to prevent lower back injuries and provide additional power in industrial and healthcare settings. The exoskeletons use sensors and motors to support and enhance the natural movements of the wearer. Learn more about German Bionic's technologies here:https://germanbionic.com/Meghan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghankennelly/Tarek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarekmadanymamlouk/Vincent: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-t-irmler/96. First Neura-Human = Era of Voluntary Cyborgs?
35:28||Ep. 96Neuralink has successfully implanted a wireless brain chip in a human, showing promising results in brain activity and recovery. The technology has potential applications in treating complex neurological conditions and controlling devices with the mind. Ethical concerns arise regarding animal testing and the potential for misuse of brain implants. The integration of AI and data sharing could enhance the capabilities of brain implants. The future may see the emergence of voluntary cyborgs and the modification of human nature.Source:https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-68137046Tarek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarekmadanymamlouk/Vincent: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-t-irmler/