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Quantum sensors use atoms, electrons and light as ultra‑steady rulers – detecting faint motion, magnetism and gravity for navigation, medicine and science
Article May 27, 2026

Quantum sensors use atoms, electrons and light as ultra‑steady rulers – detecting faint motion, magnetism and gravity for navigation, medicine and science

The next step is to make quantum sensors smaller, cheaper and tough enough to work outside specialized labs.
Republished from The Conversation 7 min read
Science and technology under Trump: what can we expect?
Community Nov 11, 2024

Science and technology under Trump: what can we expect?

Donald Trump will be the next President of the USA. What can we expect from his administration for science and technology?

Giulio Prisco 6 min read
AI could already reproduce your personality and behavior
Article Nov 28, 2024

AI could already reproduce your personality and behavior

AI technology could create simulation agents, which are AI models designed to reproduce the behavior of a specific person with high accuracy.

Giulio Prisco 5 min read
Joe Rogan interviews visionary space engineer Sonny White
Article May 18, 2025

Joe Rogan interviews visionary space engineer Sonny White

The interview is a roller coaster ride in a world of fascinating things ranging from the practical use of the zero-point energy of the quantum vacuum to faster than light warp drives.
Giulio Prisco 6 min read
AI-generated fun with vibe coding, math and physics (part 3)
Article Feb 11, 2026

AI-generated fun with vibe coding, math and physics (part 3)

This post continues my previous posts "AI-generated fun with vibe coding, math and physics" and illustrates an intuitive geometric interpretation of fractional calculus related to fractal geometry.
Giulio Prisco 8 min read
Pack Your Bags, We’re Leaving: Why Crypto is the Doomed Generation’s Last Hurrah
Article Dec 9, 2024

Pack Your Bags, We’re Leaving: Why Crypto is the Doomed Generation’s Last Hurrah

The crypto summer arrives in end of November. Bitcoin soars past $100,000, outshining silver and GDPs. A frenzy of profits—and heartbreak—beckons. Are you ready for the ride?

SB Fisher 3 min read
No, science doesn't have a problem with Joe Rogan
Article Dec 2, 2024

No, science doesn't have a problem with Joe Rogan

In praise of the excellent work that Joe Rogan is doing to bring science and technology closer to little people like us.

Giulio Prisco 5 min read
Cooperative Learning: How Videos and Text Are Helping AI Understand the World
Article Sep 30, 2024

Cooperative Learning: How Videos and Text Are Helping AI Understand the World

What happens when AI combines sight and language? Explore how merging visual and textual data can revolutionize machine learning.

Nathan 6 min read
Putting A DePIn In Crypto in 2024
Article Feb 1, 2024

Putting A DePIn In Crypto in 2024

What does the future hold for decentralized networks with DePIn? Explore the game-changing technology behind this global force, propelling innovation in AI, gaming, and privacy.

Werner Vermaak 7 min read
Revolutionizing AI: From Epicycles to Ellipses | Highlights from S2EP6
Podcast Feb 1, 2024

Revolutionizing AI: From Epicycles to Ellipses | Highlights from S2EP6

Discover how the evolution of AI mirrors the discovery of elliptical planetary orbits, highlighting the importance of learning from errors and making cognitive leaps.

Mindplex Magazine 1 min read