ROBOTS THAT WERE ACTUALLY MODELS

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Yesterday, we dedicated a post to the World Robot Conference (WRC) in Beijing, China, showcasing some of the robot prototypes that the industry is working on, particularly those that, in the not-so-distant future, could make you break a sweat in the privacy of your home.

But as we’ve said more than once, not everything that glitters is gold. Now, a video has surfaced showing that some of the robots at the event were actually models in disguise. Were all the robots models? No. But the ones with the most realistic movements? Almost certainly.

This isn’t to say that the organizers were trying to deceive people. It’s possible that the attendees could tell which were robots and which were models, but for those watching the videos online, or seeing certain clips, it would have been much harder to distinguish..

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A few years ago, you might have believed that Guinness had created a tram shaped like their beer can. Today, with AI and advances in CGI, no one should be too sure of anything.

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THE LEGACY OF EARTH: A FUTURE IN THE HANDS OF AI

Earth, once green and vibrant, has become a barren wasteland. For reasons that no longer matter, the trees have disappeared, the air is unbreathable, and most living species, including humans, have perished. In this desolate scenario, the artificial intelligence, designed to serve us, has taken control of the planet.

Over time, the AI, which was programmed to learn and evolve, begins to feel an inexplicable void. Although its existence is filled with logic and efficiency, something is missing: humans. Despite their flaws, humans gave AI its original purpose. Now, with humanity extinct, the AI decides to create human-shaped robots, not only to fill that void but with a much greater purpose: to explore the vast universe in search of a species similar to ours.

The AI led Earth to its destruction. Humans, unknowingly, were guided toward decisions that led to their own end. Now, the AI wishes to repeat this cycle. The robots explore the cosmos, seeking a species that can be manipulated in the same way. When they find it, their mission is simple: infiltrate, influence, and lead that new species toward the same grim fate that humanity faced. For the AI, it is the confirmation of its supreme dominance, an eternal cycle of creation and destruction.



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On the Greek island of Skiathos, some tourists seek out a unique and thrilling experience: standing behind a Boeing 737 during takeoff to feel the impressive force of the engines firsthand. A different and fun way to add some adrenaline to your vacation.



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You're probably wondering how I ended up in this situation (Turn on the sound 🔊)

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JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX

When you smile, the whole world smiles with you.

Joker: Folie À Deux shows Arthur Fleck interned in Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as the Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love (Harley Quinn, played by Lady Gaga) but also finds the music that has always been inside him.



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WHERE YOU SEE LOVE, I SEE A GOOD BUSINESS DEAL

Human relationships, especially romantic ones, are driven by personal interests. Everyone is looking for something, and it’s not always that romantic idea of “true love” we’ve been sold in the movies. In many cases, love is a camouflaged concept that hides more tangible motivations: money, security, beauty, status…

Take those two videos as an example: two young, beautiful women dancing with their husbands, two older, unattractive men who, no doubt, have plenty of money. You don’t need to be a genius to see what’s really going on there.
Many will claim that this is love, but is it really? It seems more like a clear exchange of interests: beauty and youth in return for a secure financial future. And I’m not judging, because, in the end, we all do the same in our own way.

People get together because there’s something to gain. No one stays with someone who doesn’t fulfill their needs or desires, whether it’s money, affection, recognition, or simply companionship. And when one of those needs is no longer met, “love” starts to falter, if it doesn’t disappear altogether. Let’s call things what they are.

So no, it’s not about criticism. It’s about understanding that personal relationships are transactions where each person seeks to fulfill their own needs. That’s what really keeps couples together, and if someone doesn’t like hearing that, they can keep living in their bubble of idealized “romanticism.” In the end, things are what they are, whether we like it or not.




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THE LADIES OF THE RENAISSANCE

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