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In part two of Steal This Singularity, R.U. Sirius reflects on his experiences with transhumanism and singularitarianism, and shares his thoughts on the future of humanity.

Recent advancements in programming language frameworks unveil a systematic approach for generating Agda implementations of second-order languages. This innovation promises reduced errors and enhanced verification efficiency in complex language systems.

VR pioneer Mark Pesce reflects on cyberspace’s unrealised promise, shared virtual worlds, and the slippery nature of “reality”.

Researchers produce stable laser light that twists like a whirlwind in the lowest energy state using self-organizing torons and a synthetic magnetic field.

Teams of robot miners will explore unknown terrains

Space colonies, trash-fueled jet fuel, and AI shock therapy—Keith Henson, L5 co-founder and transhumanist pioneer, breaks down his vision for the future that might just save (or end) us.

NASA has successfully completed its first crewed flight around the Moon in more than 50 years. The four astronauts splashed down safely after flying by the Moon.

Will superintelligent AIs agree with humans about ethics and morality? Or might they take a very different stance? And in that case, how should our designs of AIs change?

Scientists have uncovered a surprising truth: cells outside the brain may be capable of learning and recalling information. Could this transform medicine and education?