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From Coal to Code: How Data Federalization Could Redraw the Map of European Governance
EU's history offers a blueprint for data federalization, transforming fragmented data into a shared resource for global challenges
afkar collective
Feb 283 min read


Navigating the Tension Between Bits and Atoms in Our Cities
Cities evolve: Bits meet bricks. Can we bridge the digital-physical divide for smarter, more humane urban spaces?
afkar collective
Feb 252 min read


The Promise and Peril of Planetary-Scale Data Integration
Planetary data integration promises global insights but faces ethical hurdles. Balancing tech and diversity is key
afkar collective
Feb 194 min read


When artificial intelligence begins to reason
DeepSeek introduces deep reasoning in AI, challenging human cognitive supremacy with its innovative R1 model.
afkar collective
Feb 173 min read


The Militarization of AI: Navigating the New Frontier
Exploring the militarization of AI reveals ethical dilemmas, global governance challenges, and the urgent need for accountability.
afkar collective
Feb 136 min read


The Paradox of Alignment: AI as an Amplifier of Human Will
AI amplifies human will, reshaping our perspectives while challenging alignment with diverse human values
afkar collective
Feb 63 min read


China's Renewable Energy Revolution: Monumental Projects Reshaping the Future
China's renewable energy surge features monumental projects like the Solar Great Wall and vast marine solar farms.
afkar collective
Jan 275 min read


Navigating Technological Progress: The Vital Role of Standards, Regulation, and Assessment
Tech standards and assessments: Guiding innovation for societal good, from ancient wisdom to modern challenges.
afkar collective
Jan 233 min read


Kindness: The Evolutionary Leap Beyond Fear in Uncertain Times
Kindness: our evolutionary leap beyond fear. In facing climate change and global unrest, compassion is our strongest ally
afkar collective
Jan 203 min read


The Rise and Fall of Collective Cognitive Abilities: Lessons from History
Brain size shrinks, toxins impair, tech reshapes minds. History reveals our collective cognitive journey, guiding future growth.
afkar collective
Jan 173 min read


Revolutionizing Public Infrastructure: A Bold Ecosystemic Approach for Radical Impact
As urbanization, climate change, and disparities rise, we must adopt ecosystemic thinking for sustainable infrastructure.
afkar collective
Jan 145 min read


Winter Wildfires and Summer Blackouts: Urban Infrastructure at the Breaking Point
Winter wildfires in LA, summer blackouts in Kuwait: Our cities face a new climate reality. Time to rebuild smarter
afkar collective
Jan 103 min read


The Mirage of Digital Reality: Rethinking Our Perception Through Technology
Digital twins: mirrors or mirages? Our tech-mediated reality risks oversimplifying complex systems, blinding us to crucial truths.
afkar collective
Dec 16, 20243 min read


Redefining Urban Priorities: From Human-Centric to Life-Centric
Rethinking urban priorities: From a myopic human-centric lens to a life-centric framework that elevates the diverse web of urban ecosystems.
afkar collective
Dec 9, 20242 min read


Nature as Infrastructure: Creating Resilient Solutions for Tomorrow
Embracing nature as infrastructure offers cost-effective, resilient solutions for communities facing environmental challenges.
afkar collective
Nov 21, 20243 min read


Carbon Markets at COP29: An Ecosystemic Perspective on Unresolved Challenges
Carbon markets at COP29: Progress masks unresolved issues. Ecosystemic approach needed for effective climate action.
afkar collective
Nov 18, 20242 min read


Rethinking Urban Innovation: Beyond the Hype of AI and Tech-Driven 'Solutions'
The focus on cutting-edge tech must not overshadow social disparities and environmental injustices in urban landscapes.
afkar collective
Nov 13, 20242 min read


The Importance of Speculative Design for Urban Life Regeneration in a Post-Stable Climatic Age
Speculative design: reimagining cities for a changing climate, fostering innovation in urban regeneration and resilience
afkar collective
Nov 11, 20243 min read


Grassroots Innovation: How Communities Are Reshaping Urban Regeneration
Communities drive innovation in Iztapalapa's Utopias, turning local knowledge into creative solutions for urban challenges
afkar collective
Nov 6, 20243 min read


Ecosystemic Thinking in a Post-Stable Climate: Preparing for the Unthinkable
Ecosystemic thinking: our key to survival. Old rules gone, climate chaos looms. Adapt or perish in this new world.
afkar collective
Oct 31, 20243 min read
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