Science fiction

Podcast: European Space Agency Talks SpaceTech, Challenges and Opportunities

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Hili is in charge of technology developments related to satellite on-board computers and hardware supporting Machine Learning deployments.

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  • Hili is in charge of technology developments related to satellite on-board computers and hardware supporting Machine Learning deployments.
  • They join the BrainChip podcast to discuss space technology and emerging needs for more autonomy; the key challenges and demands facing space programs, including latency and power consumption; and how ESA is leveraging neuromorphic AI technology to drive growth in the sector.
  • “Therefore, it is my great pleasure to discuss amazing innovation that is powering the ambitions of what is possible through space exploration with these experts from the European Space Agency (ESA).
  • Laurent and Luis have extensive insight into the direction of AI in space technology and how neuromorphic computing is helping to realize these outsized dreams.

Join Maxon at NAB 2024: Discover the Future of Digital Creativity

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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BAD HOMBURG, Germany, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maxon, developers of professional software solutions for editors, filmmakers, motion designers, visual effects artists, and creators of all types, is excited to announce the presenter lineup and schedule for NAB 2024 in Las Vegas, April 13 - 17 at booth SL4104.

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  • Maxon returns to NAB with presentations by artists from around the world and demos of the latest, groundbreaking Maxon One features and tools.
  • Stop by the Maxon booth at NAB to see a demo that turns a robot sculpted in ZBrush into a 3D-printed figurine!
  • Artists use the Maxon One suite of tools for 2D and 3D design, animation, motion graphics, filmmaking, digital sculpting, rendering, and much more.
  • "Maxon is a community-focused company and, as always, we're excited to return to NAB to talk with everyone and share ideas," says Maxon CEO, David McGavran.

Teams from China Academy of Art Seeking Mutual Learning of Civilizations in Europe

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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Instead of restricting themselves to narrow "cultural studies", they construct mutual learning between thoughts and actions in all directions.

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  • Instead of restricting themselves to narrow "cultural studies", they construct mutual learning between thoughts and actions in all directions.
  • In the intertwining of modern and ancient civilizations, they rethink the inter-nature of the total human civilization.
  • One of 12 teams, led by three teachers Liu Tian, Yu Zheng, and Zhu Changquan of CAA, was attracted to here.
  • Inter(World)View (IWV) is a long-term project of actions of CAA, through which the Academy tries to decode the history of civilization through art, and understand art from the vantage point of civilization history.

Alien Worlds Partners with Celebrated Sci-Fi Author to Launch Groundbreaking AI-Driven, Community-Governed Sci-Fi Franchise

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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ZUG, Switzerland, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dacoco, the driving force behind Alien Worlds, the #1 played metaverse on DappRadar, announces at Web Summit in Lisbon a collaboration with revered Science Fiction author Kevin J. Anderson (Star Wars, Dune, Saga of the Seven Suns). Together, they introduce AI-Driven Tokenized Story-Telling, also known as the "Large Lore Model," a pioneering concept that merges the power of AI with the vibrant creativity of the global community, all governed through decentralized on-chain mechanisms. With over 9 billion plays in Alien Worlds, this feature will be the largest AI system governed by DAOs at scale.

Key Points: 
  • With over 9 billion plays in Alien Worlds, this feature will be the largest AI system governed by DAOs at scale.
  • Through advanced AI tools, the decentralized community can leverage this strong lore foundation to build collaborative Alien Worlds games, media, and more.
  • Saro McKenna, co-founder of Alien Worlds, remarks, "Given the recent Hollywood writers' strike, we're navigating a crucial juncture when it comes to AI and media.
  • Stay updated with Alien Worlds by following @AlienWorlds on Twitter and exploring the universe at alienworlds.io.

Alien Worlds Partners with Celebrated Sci-Fi Author to Launch Groundbreaking AI-Driven, Community-Governed Sci-Fi Franchise

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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ZUG, Switzerland, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dacoco, the driving force behind Alien Worlds, the #1 played metaverse on DappRadar, announces at Web Summit in Lisbon a collaboration with revered Science Fiction author Kevin J. Anderson (Star Wars, Dune, Saga of the Seven Suns). Together, they introduce AI-Driven Tokenized Story-Telling, also known as the "Large Lore Model," a pioneering concept that merges the power of AI with the vibrant creativity of the global community, all governed through decentralized on-chain mechanisms. With over 9 billion plays in Alien Worlds, this feature will be the largest AI system governed by DAOs at scale.

Key Points: 
  • With over 9 billion plays in Alien Worlds, this feature will be the largest AI system governed by DAOs at scale.
  • Through advanced AI tools, the decentralized community can leverage this strong lore foundation to build collaborative Alien Worlds games, media, and more.
  • Saro McKenna, co-founder of Alien Worlds, remarks, "Given the recent Hollywood writers' strike, we're navigating a crucial juncture when it comes to AI and media.
  • Stay updated with Alien Worlds by following @AlienWorlds on Twitter and exploring the universe at alienworlds.io.

TUBI PARTNERS WITH THE BLACK LIST ON "THE TO BE COMMISSIONED INITIATIVE"

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tubi (www.tubi.tv), Fox Corporation's (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX) ad-supported video-on-demand service, today announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with the Black List on The To Be Commissioned Initiative to provide both emerging and established writers with the opportunity to submit their screenplays intended to be developed, produced and distributed by Tubi. Tubi is commissioning five scripts that speak to young, diverse audiences that fit into one of the following genres: Sci-Fi, Faith, Comedy and Romance as well as Wild Card (any genre) which allows for the inclusion of a great script that may not fall within the other specified genres. Writers can submit their entries by visiting https://blcklst.com/programs/the-to-be-commissioned-initiative beginning today and the submission program will run through March 15, 2024.

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  • "Tubi is dedicated to telling all the world's stories, and that starts with the art and craft of screenwriting," said Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer at Tubi.
  • The Black List will be executive producing all five films, and will be collaborating closely with Tubi throughout the entirety of the program.
  • Any script that is hosted on the Black List and has received at least one evaluation is eligible for submission.
  • All fee waivers will be distributed at the discretion of Tubi and the Black List.

GUNDAM Deploys to the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Partnering With Scuderia AlphaTauri

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is bringing the GUNDAM franchise to the Formula 1® grid by partnering with Scuderia AlphaTauri S.p.A. for the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix, which takes place Nov. 16-18.

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  • Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is bringing the GUNDAM franchise to the Formula 1® grid by partnering with Scuderia AlphaTauri S.p.A. for the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix, which takes place Nov. 16-18.
  • The sponsorship adds GUNDAM decals of the RX-78-2 GUNDAM and XVX-016 GUNDAM Aerial next to the drivers’ helmets on the headrests of the Scuderia AlphaTauri AT04s as they battle for points around the Las Vegas Strip Circuit™.
  • For the Las Vegas Grand Prix, GUNDAM decals will be on the headrests of both AT04 cars from Scuderia AlphaTauri.
  • We immediately embraced the GUNDAM spirit and are delighted to welcome them as a partner of Scuderia AlphaTauri for the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix,” said Fabian Wrabetz, Director of Marketing and Communication at Scuderia AlphaTauri.

Science and Technology Daily: Sci-Fi Inspiring Innovation

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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How do sci-fi and science and technology influence each other?

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  • How do sci-fi and science and technology influence each other?
  • Three experts shared their insights in recent Youth on Tech hosted by Science and Technology Daily (S&T Daily).
  • According to Thomas Meier, a German scientist at the Center for High Pressure Science & Technology Advanced Research, a unique function of sci-fi is to produce future talent in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
  • To be able to produce influential and inspiring works, writers need to have a basic understanding of science, Meier said.

Cineverse's Midnight Pulp Streaming Service Now Available for the First Time as an SVOD Add-On for Third-Party Platforms

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineverse (NASDAQ: CNVS), announced today that its Midnight Pulp streaming channel – built for fans of cult and genre movies and TV shows, spanning action, fantasy, horror, sci-fi, thrillers and more – is now available through third-party platforms. For the first time, a Midnight Pulp subscription can be accessed directly through Amazon Prime Video Channels, The Roku Channel and by Comcast's Xfinity customers throughout the U.S.

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  • For the first time, a Midnight Pulp subscription can be accessed directly through Amazon Prime Video Channels, The Roku Channel and by Comcast's Xfinity customers throughout the U.S.
  • The company also announced that the exclusive North American streaming premiere of festival favorite, MAD CATS will come to Midnight Pulp on November 21.
  • In addition to the above platforms, Midnight Pulp continues to be available direct-to-consumer as a standalone subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) service, both at www.midnightpulp.com and via mobile, connected TV (CTV) devices and Smart TVs.
  • A linear Midnight Pulp channel is also a free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) option through several major services, through which its reach has grown 45% year-over-year.

Aethon Books teams with VoyceMe to adapt Six Webcomics!

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Aethon Books is thrilled to announce our partnership with VoyceMe to adapt six of our series into webcomics, with plans to begin releasing episodes in 2024.

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  • Aethon Books is thrilled to announce our partnership with VoyceMe to adapt six of our series into webcomics, with plans to begin releasing episodes in 2024.
  • VoyceMe is the first social creator platform for manga, webtoons, and webnovels.
  • They’re a fresh new player in the world of webcomics behind hits such as God Game and The Mad Gate.
  • Knights Apocalyptica, by Zach Skye – A Progression Fantasy series where the Earth met its end and monsters spilled out.