The Significance of Semiotics: Hidden Meanings Behind the Signs

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Semiotics, the study of signs and symbols, is a fascinating field that has far-reaching implications for our understanding of language, culture, and human communication. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of semiotics, exploring its key concepts, applications, and significance in modern society. What is Semiotics? Semiotics is the scientific study of signs, … Read more

How much of the internet is fake?

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“Views, meanwhile, were faked by malware-infected computers with marvelously sophisticated techniques to imitate humans: bots “faked clicks, mouse movements, and social network login information to masquerade as engaged human consumers.” Some were sent to browse the internet to gather tracking cookies from other websites, just as a human visitor would have done through regular behavior. … Read more

Exploration.

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“Over the coming decades, however, agility will take on a new meaning: the ability to explore multiple domains at once and combine them into something that produces value. We’ll need computer scientists working with cancer scientists, for example, to identify specific genetic markers that could lead to a cure. To do this, we’ll need to learn how to go slower to have a greater impact.”

“So in the future, we will need to put greater emphasis on exploration. We will need to spend time understanding these new technologies and how they relate to our businesses. Most of all, it’s imperative to start exploring early. By the time many of these technologies hit their stride, it may be too late to catch up.”

https://hbr.org/2019/12/why-move-fast-and-break-things-doesnt-work-anymore

The Turing Test: Can Machines Really Think?

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In 1950, Alan Turing, a British mathematician and computer scientist, proposed a test to determine whether a machine could think like a human being. The Turing Test, as it came to be known, is a thought-provoking concept that has sparked debate and fascination in the fields of artificial intelligence, philosophy, and cognitive science. What is … Read more

The Power of Abduction: Uncovering the Truth Behind the Mysteries

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As we navigate the complexities of our daily lives, we often find ourselves facing mysteries and puzzles that require creative and critical thinking to solve. One powerful tool in our cognitive toolbox is abduction, a process of inference to the best explanation that has been gaining attention in the fields of philosophy, science, and logic. … Read more