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Emerging Innovation Frontiers: Reimagining Progress in a Post-Growth World
Innovation's new frontiers circular economy, biomimicry, social innovation, regenerative design, decentralized & wellbeing-focused approach

afkar collective
Sep 12, 20243 min read


The Hidden Costs of Commodifying Innovation: How the Race for Quick Wins Stifles Breakthrough Technologies
Commodifying innovation hinders breakthroughs, favoring quick wins over transformative technologies.

afkar collective
Sep 9, 20243 min read


The Truth, The Likely Falsehood, and The Post-Modern: Unmasking the AI Illusion
AI lacks moral agency. LLMs simulate truth, detached from reality. Their unchecked use widens the truth-fiction divide, risking catastrophe.

afkar collective
Sep 3, 20242 min read


The Digital-Physical Divide: Urban Technology's Struggle to Keep Pace with Climate Change's
Cities race ahead digitally but lag physically. Climate change exposes risks of outdated infrastructure. We must innovate in atoms.

afkar collective
Aug 26, 20243 min read


Climate Adaptation: Digital Twins vs. Traditional Modeling - Choosing the Right Path for Urban Resilience
Cities face climate challenges. Digital twins offer precision but are costly. Traditional modeling provides practical, accessible solutions

afkar collective
Aug 16, 20243 min read


Adapting Infrastructure for Resilience: Embracing Graceful Degradation and Biophilic Design in a Changing Climate
Climate change is transforming our weather patterns and increasing natural disasters. Our infrastructure, designed for stable conditions, is

afkar collective
Aug 14, 20243 min read


The Crucial Role of Autoconsistency in Deploying AI Systems
Ensuring autoconsistency in AI is crucial for reliability, fairness, and user trust.

afkar collective
Aug 12, 20242 min read


Digital Architecture Infrastructure Design for Future-Ready Cities
Incorporate Digital Architecture Infrastructure Design in city planning to boost connectivity, economic growth, and sustainability.

afkar collective
Aug 7, 20243 min read


The Role of Alternative Insight Divisions in Navigating Today's Challenges
Fostering innovation and ethical foresight, alternative divisions in organizations can navigate climate collapse and AI progress.

afkar collective
Jul 20, 20242 min read


Breaking the Mold: Embracing Ecosystemic Business Models for True Innovation
Shift from traditional innovation labs to ecosystemic models using SPVs for deeper collaboration & scalable impact. #Innovation #Ecosystems

afkar collective
Jun 25, 20244 min read


The Epistemological Limits of Urban Digital Twins
Unlocking urban equity requires parallel development of epistemological approaches & knowledge curation practices in digital twins.

afkar collective
Jun 8, 20243 min read


Digital Facades and Urban Discontents: A Critical Look at Smart Cities
In the evolving technological landscape, "Smart Cities" promise seamless urban realms where technology enhances lives.

afkar collective
May 6, 20243 min read


Beyond the Hype: Unpacking the True Impact of "Smart Cities"
"Smart Cities" promise efficiency but often prioritize profit over solving real urban challenges.

afkar collective
Apr 30, 20249 min read


A Vision Unveiled: Al Jazirah Al Hamra's Potential as a Hyper-Real Sustainable Oasis
Introduction A world of infinite possibilities awaits at Al Jazirah Al Hamra, where the fusion of nature-based solutions, cutting-edge...

afkar collective
Apr 6, 20243 min read


Reimagining Urban Spaces: The Transformation of Bangkok through its Linear Park
In the ever-evolving landscape of urban development, Bangkok is setting a new benchmark with its ambitious linear park project. This...

afkar collective
Mar 30, 20242 min read


Nurturing Nature’s Lifeline: Unveiling the Economic Advantages of Soil Regeneration in Urban Developments
In the face of escalating soil degradation impacting 33% of the world's soils due to erosive practices, pollution, and unsustainable land...

afkar collective
Mar 25, 20244 min read
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