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Reaching the technological singularity: What will happen when machines become smarter than us?

In the not-so-distant future, we could reach the technological singularity – when artificial and human intelligence merges to become one. Published on Jul 23, 2023

Picture a world where machines have long since passed the Turing Test. When people can’t tell the difference between artificial and human intelligence. In this world, will humans become obsolete, like the floppy disk? Or is it a world where artificial and human intelligence merge to usher in the next step of our evolution? That’s the technological singularity, the theoretical time in the future where technological development outpaces our abilities to maintain control over it. For better or worse, it’s undoubtedly something that will result in never seen changes to our world.

When will we reach technological singularity?

Join any discussion about business technology, and it won’t be long before someone mentions artificial intelligence (AI). The amount of digital data in the world has already surpassed our abilities to manage it, a development, which has made clear the need for algorithms to do the job for us.

But algorithms and AI aren’t the same things. They’re not even close. An algorithm is a computer program that parses data from sets too large for human interpretation, whereas true AI is capable of thinking for itself, making its own decisions, and having free will.

True artificial intelligence doesn’t exist. Yet.

Once computers can learn for themselves without being taught and trained with data that we have collected, we can expect profound societal changes on a scale never before seen.

In the not-so-distant future, we could reach the technological singularity – when artificial and human intelligence merges to become one.

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What is the AI singularity, and are we getting close?

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AI is becoming increasingly capable, leading to growing debate about how far the technology could eventually progress.

One scenario often discussed is the “AI singularity,” a point at which machine intelligence would surpass human capabilities and accelerate technological change in ways that are difficult to fully anticipate.

Some experts see the singularity as a useful way to think about the future of AI, while others believe it’s purely speculative. This guide explains what the concept means, why it remains debated, and what it could imply for society.

Why does the AI singularity matter?

The AI singularity is considered significant by some researchers and futurists because it could represent a major turning point in technology’s role in society, and potentially lead to major changes in work, decision-making, and daily life.

Some theories suggest that, beyond this point, AI systems could improve themselves at a pace that becomes increasingly difficult for humans to monitor or predict. This shift could have both positive and negative implications.

More advanced AI systems could improve productivity, support scientific research, and automate complex tasks. At the same time, researchers have raised concerns about alignment with human values, potential misuse, and the challenges of governing highly autonomous systems.

Key concepts

To understand the AI singularity, it helps to understand related terms and concepts, including:

Artificial general intelligence (AGI): An AI system capable of human-level intelligence, able to perform various tasks across different fields at a comparable level to a human.

Superintelligence: A form of intelligence that significantly exceeds human cognitive abilities across domains such as science, creativity, and social reasoning.

Recursive self-improvement: The process by which an AI autonomously improves its own design or performance over time, and then uses those improvements to develop further.

Intelligence explosion: A hypothetical scenario in which recursive self-improvement leads to compounding increases in AI capability.

AI alignment: The challenge of ensuring that AI systems’ goals and behavior remain consistent with human values and safety.

Hard takeoff vs. soft takeoff: Terms describing how quickly AGI development could progress. A hard takeoff refers to rapid, short-term acceleration, while a soft takeoff describes more gradual progress over time.

Technological singularity (non-AI): A hypothetical scenario in which other technologies, such as biotechnology or nanotechnology, develop rapidly and produce outcomes that are difficult to anticipate.

Understand the AI singularity, its origins, possible timeline, and the biggest benefits and dangers, from scientific breakthroughs to securi

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🌿 20 Destructive Plants That Will Ruin Your Garden (Avoid These At All Costs!)

What if the most beautiful plants at your local nursery were actually long-term landscaping disasters? In this video, we expose 20 invasive and destructive plants that can damage foundations, destroy lawns, take over flower beds, and even lower property value. From aggressive root systems to underground rhizomes, chemical warfare trees, and vines that literally crush structures — these plants don’t just spread… they invade. If you care about smart gardening, property protection, and avoiding expensive landscaping mistakes, this is a must-watch.

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Running Bamboo (Phyllostachys species)

Mint (Mentha species)

Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica)

English Ivy (Hedera helix)

Kudzu (Pueraria montana)

Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans)

Wisteria (Wisteria sinensis & floribunda)

Bermuda Grass (Cynodon dactylon)

Bishop’s Weed (Aegopodium podagraria)

Jerusalem Artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus)

Creeping Charlie (Glechoma hederacea)

Horsetail (Equisetum species)

Tree of Heaven (Ailanthus altissima)

Russian Olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia)

Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria)

Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii)

Chameleon Plant (Houttuynia cordata)

Morning Glory / Bindweed (Ipomoea & Convolvulus)

Yellow Archangel (Lamiastrum galeobdolon)

Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) ⚠️ Why This Matters Some of these plants: Crack foundations and driveways Spread underground 30–60 feet Poison surrounding soil (allelopathy) Destroy native ecosystems Take YEARS and thousands of dollars to remove Can devalue property Whether you're planning a dream garden, landscaping your homestead, or just want to avoid a lifetime of yard battles — knowing what NOT to plant is just as important as knowing what to grow. 🌱 Perfect For: Beginner gardeners Homesteaders Landscaping DIYers Homeowners Permaculture enthusiasts Anyone battling invasive plants 👍 If this video saves you from planting a decades-long nightmare, hit the LIKE button.

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These Are Toxic Items I’d NEVER BUY From Costco! 🛒❌

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Spring Equinox Vernal Equinox The Spring Equinox marks the real Astronomical Start of Spring. Earth spins on a tilt of 2

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The Enshittificator

Digital products and services keep getting worse. In the new report Breaking Free: Pathways to a fair technological future, the Norwegian Consumer Council has delved into enshittification and how to resist it. The report shows how this phenomenon affects both consumers and society at large, but that it is possible to turn the tide. Read more on forbrukerradet.no/breakingfree

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Researchers from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the Indian Institute of Technology Madras have focused their investigation on Enterobacter bugandensis, a common bacterium that has successfully colonized the ISS. Their analysis of 13 separate strains revealed that these "space-dwelling" bacteria have developed 152 exclusive genes not found in their terrestrial counterparts, resulting in a higher average gene count (4,568 vs 4,416). These mutations have allowed the bacteria to form a "unique ecotype" that is functionally different from any known species on the planet, primarily by enhancing their ability to repair DNA and manage metabolic stress in a closed environment. The transformation is driven by the extreme conditions of the ISS, which include microgravity, elevated carbon dioxide levels, and constant solar radiation. These stressors have forced the bacteria to become multidrug-resistant and more aggressive, often aiding the survival of other nearby microorganisms in a way that wouldn't occur naturally on Earth. Beyond the adaptation of existing species, scientists have also identified five entirely new species of bacteria on the station, including Microbacterium mcarthurae and Paenibacillus vandeheii, which were named after the astronauts and locations where they were first isolated.

Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria Found on ISS Mutating to Become Functionally Distinct

In a new scientific paper funded by an Ames Space Biology grant, Principal Investigator Dr. Kasthuri Venkateswaran of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory strains of the bacterial species Enterobacter bugandensis isolated from the International Space Station (ISS) were studied. Thirteen strains of E. bugandensis, a bacterium notorious for being multi-drug resistant, were isolated from the ISS. Study findings indicate under stress, the ISS isolated strains were mutated and became genetically and functionally distinct compared to their Earth counterparts. The strains were able to viably persist in the ISS over time with a significant abundance. E. bugandensis coexisted with multiple other microorganisms, and in some cases could have helped those organisms survive.

Publication Impact: Closed human-built environments, such as the ISS, are unique areas that provide an extreme environment subject to microgravity, radiation, and elevated carbon dioxide levels. Any microorganisms introduced to these areas must adapt to thrive. By delving into microbial dynamics in extreme environments, this research opens doors to effective preventative measure for astronaut health.

In a new scientific paper funded by an Ames Space Biology grant, Principal Investigator Dr. Kasthuri Venkateswaran of NASA’s Jet Propulsion

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🧮 Happy Pi Day !!! 🥧 It’s also Albert Einstein’s birthday, who was born on March 14, 1879 The first calculation of ..

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Never Stop Learning

"Never stop learning because life never stops teaching" is a powerful reminder that growth and knowledge acquisition are continuous processes. This quote emphasizes the importance of embracing new experiences and information throughout life, as there is always something new to discover and understand. Here are some additional quotes that highlight the value of lifelong learning: "Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever." - Mahatma Gandhi "The beautiful thing about learning is nobody can take it away from you." - B.B. King "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." - Dr. Seuss "Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young."

Learning Is A Journey That Never Ends Arty Kakreja Jun 9, 2018 Learning is a continuous process of gaining knowledge and skills, which we never ever are stopped because life never stops teaching us. Learning new things is important for our growth and especially for our professional life. Since technology is improving day by day so it creates tough competition, because if we stop learning new things we can deteriorate and in fact move backward, as learning something new keeps our brain cell activity and allow us to grow and succeed at something new let us give ourselves a big pat on the back.

Learning is a continuous process of gaining knowledge and skills, which we never ever are stopped because life never stops teaching us…

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Over 1,800 Starlink satellites are leaking signals that drown out the universe. Astronomers using a radio telescope array in the remote Australian desert recently detected over 112,000 unintended radio emissions from 1,806 Starlink satellites. These aren’t the intentional communications signals the satellites beam to Earth – they’re leaks, stray emissions bleeding into frequencies that scientists depend on to study the early cosmos. The problem is scale. These signals were picked up across 2.4 million full-sky images, with some transmissions registering 10,000 times stronger than the faint cosmic radio waves astronomers were trying to detect. Those “cosmic whispers” include the radio echoes of the first stars and galaxies – the signatures of the universe’s dawn, 13 billion years ago. Because the interference is unintentional, it doesn’t fall under existing space regulations. That means there’s no clear legal framework to prevent the problem from getting worse as tens of thousands more satellites are launched in the coming years. Astronomers warn that if companies don’t take steps – like adding better shielding or refining satellite designs – humanity could lose one of its most important windows into the cosmos. The very signals that allow us to understand how the first stars lit up the universe may soon be drowned out by our own technology. Read the study: “The Growing Impact of Unintended Starlink Broadband Emission on Radio Astronomy in the SKA‑Low Frequency Range.” Astronomy & Astrophysics 11 June 2025,

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How Many Planets Are There In The Solar System?

Under the International Astronomical Union’s 2006 definition, the answer is eight: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. These bodies satisfy three criteria: they orbit the Sun, possess sufficient mass for hydrostatic equilibrium, and have cleared their orbital neighborhoods.

Pluto’s demotion to "dwarf planet" underscored the importance of those standards and highlighted a growing population of trans-Neptunian objects such as Eris, Haumea, and Makemake. Let's look at the historical evolution of the term "planet," compare terrestrial, gas-giant, and ice-giant categories, and explain why dwarf planets are catalogued separately from planets.

The IAU in 2006 defined eight planets, leading to Pluto's reclassification as a dwarf planet and differentiating planetary categories.

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