A universal revolution, one that is both unprecedented and oddly familiar, is quietly unfolding directly above our heads. Outer space: humanity’s final frontier paints a colourful mosaic of politics, revolutionaries, and war. With help from technological advancements, the discovery of … Continue reading
Category: Technology
Hong Kong at the Crossroads: Navigating Sino-Western Economic Dynamics
In the heart of Asia, where the East meets the West, lies Hong Kong – a vibrant metropolis that has long been the pulsating core of global finance. It is a city where futuristic skyscrapers cast their shadows over centuries-old … Continue reading
Technological Disparities: Exploiting the Global South and AI’s Hidden Human Labour
Due to the explosive growth of the tech industry, disparities between the Global North and the Global South are becoming increasingly apparent. Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are revealing hidden inequalities that have been concealed behind the conceptual framework of … Continue reading
Nuclear Deterrence: The Paradox of Peace in the Shadow of Annihilation
In the intricate realm of global politics, the weight of nuclear weapons casts a long and formidable shadow. Their mere existence isn’t just a testament to technological might and unprecedented destruction but a testament to a world held in tenuous … Continue reading
The Reality of the Widespread Implementation of Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC)
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) is a groundbreaking technology that refers to the process of producing energy by harnessing the temperature differences between ocean surface waters and deep ocean waters. This new source of energy production has the potential … Continue reading
Singapore: The World’s Smartest or Fastest City?
Small but mighty; Singapore has time after time surpassed global superpowers as the world’s leading Smart City. “Outsmarting” Helsinki and Zurich, it has transformed its traditional networks with digital solutions, enhancing efficiency for businesses and citizens. Leading the league in … Continue reading
Diplomacy, Deception, and Elizabeth Holmes: The Theranos Scandals as a Lesson in International Politics.
In the hallowed halls of Silicon Valley, Elizabeth Holmes emerged as a prodigy. Young and charismatic, she harboured a vision that promised to revolutionize healthcare and became the face of innovation with her start-up, Theranos. The company’s meteoric rise … Continue reading
La diplomatie à l’ère de l’IA : La révolution des relations internationales et de la politique mondiale
L’intelligence artificielle (IA), ce concept autrefois confiné aux récits de science-fiction, est devenue une réalité incontournable de notre monde moderne. Elle alimente désormais une gamme impressionnante de technologies, allant de l’analyse prédictive aux assistants personnels virtuels, en passant par les
Chatgpt: A Threat or a Tool for the Future?
Since its debut in November 2022, ChatGPT has garnered ample attention, admiration, and consternation. The artificial intelligence chatbot has broken ground with its ability to convincingly simulate human conversation, solve physics questions, and write poems. The AI has raised … Continue reading
Elon Musk, the Hypothetical Death and Future of Twitter
With Elon Musk's recent purchase of Twitter, hate-speech and misinformation are at risk of taking over the app. How has, and how will its user-base respond to the potential changes, and is this the end for social justice on the platform?