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In this Weird Science edition, we look at the achievements of 13-year-old Willis Gibson, the first human player to complete the classic game Tetris. Technology and nature intersect as our hosts discuss the potential use of plants to create supercapacitors for energy storage, opening possibilities for organic, biodegradable power sources.
In AI news, there’s only a 5% chance it will decide to destroy humanity. Or one in twenty, if you like those odds. Plus, they touch on the ethical dilemmas surrounding posthumous digital cloning and the replication of deceased individuals' personalities using AI.
A breakthrough in robotics, where scientists have developed an artificial pain-sensing system for robots, could enable machines to differentiate between safe and harmful objects, potentially revolutionizing surgical procedures and enhancing safety in human-robot interactions.
And in the medical files, resonant frequencies in human cells could be used as both a therapeutic and diagnostic tool. Not to mention a sad trombone effect from outer space believed to originate from highly magnetized neutron stars.
We think it’s weird. 

Happy 2024 everyone. ßorry there's been a gap uploading. A lot of personal nonsense. The show has been going out on BFM bu we haven't been uploading here consistently.
Richard Bradbury and Matt Armitage offer a satirical and insightful review of technology in 2023. Alongside Matt’s obsession with creating conspiracy theories, we look at the proliferation of disinformation and the continued polarization of social media and broadcast platforms.  We cover the advancements and setbacks in electric vehicles (EVs) and the continuing uncertainty of the crypto space.
There’s good news, too. The amazing pictures and scientific discoveries of the James Webb Space Telescope. Breakthrough health treatments for Alzheimer’s and cancer. We end with a focus on the potential and pitfalls of AI in 2024, touching upon virtual assistants, disinformation in elections, and the growing detachment of Gen Z from technology.
Business as usual, really.
Hosted by Matt Armitage & Richard Bradbury
Produced by Richard Bradbury for BFM89.9
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In this episode, Matt and Richard explore the complex relationship between technology and memory, focusing on the preservation of digital content after death and the concept of digital avatars.
They look at concerns around the preservation of digital records for future generations, questioning what our current digital footprints will contribute to the historical record. And examine how society can ensure that digital formats are accessible and usable over time.
As a mirror they look at grief tech, technology used in the grieving process, such as digital avatars that can recreate the appearance and personality of deceased individuals. They examine its ethical and psychological implications, questioning its impact on the grieving process and its potential benefits and harms. 
Hosted by Matt Armitage & Richard Bradbury
Produced by Richard Bradbury for BFM89.9
Further Reading: 
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/nov/25/wordpress-preserve-digital-content-100-years
https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg26034650-700-how-ai-avatars-of-the-deceased-could-transform-the-way-we-grieve/
https://onemanandhisblog.com/2023/11/the-problem-with-automattics-100-year-plan/
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-62552696
https://dl.acm.org/doi/pdf/10.1145/3544548.3581154
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In the future, we might not be able to see the stars for the trees if wood becomes the material of choice for interstellar habitation. Plus wilful ignorance, scent location and self-driving cars. 
Hosted by Matt Armitage & Richard Bradbury
Produced by Richard Bradbury for BFM89.9
Further Reading: 
https://gizmodo.com/daye-tampon-can-test-for-stis-1851000035?utm_source=vip
https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg26034640-400-sweeteners-the-bitter-truth-about-low-calorie-sugar-substitutes/
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2401348-rats-squeak-with-happiness-when-they-are-with-another-rat/
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2401087-swarm-of-robots-can-make-collective-decisions-by-imitating-bees/
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2401141-skull-shows-man-survived-surgery-to-ease-brain-pressure-2700-years-ago/
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2401171-ocean-heat-could-supply-essentially-endless-clean-energy-to-islands/
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2400887-rats-can-use-imagination-to-mentally-recreate-places-theyve-visited/
·      https://www.newscientist.com/article/2398836-mysterious-cannabis-induced-vomiting-syndrome-is-on-the-rise/
·      https://www.newscientist.com/article/2400774-wildfire-smoke-is-reversing-decades-of-progress-on-clean-air/
·      https://futurism.com/the-byte/cybertruck-struggles-drive-dirt-road
·      https://futurism.com/the-byte/cruise-robotaxis-children
·      https://futurism.com/the-byte/matte-black-cybertruck-looks-horrendous
·      https://futurism.com/the-byte/cybertruck-spotted-highway-shoulder
·      https://futurism.com/the-byte/unemployed-man-ai-apply-5000-jobs-gets-20-interviews
·      https://futurism.com/the-byte/steak-umm-vegans-deepfake
·      https://futurism.com/the-byte/obama-ai-biden
·      https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2023/11/captcha-test-security-robot-ai/675931/?utm_source=feed
·      a...

Celine Dion terrorizes a New Zealand city as officials in Guangzhou wipe the Halloween smile from riders’ faces and Meta’s chatbots sow confusion and apathy. Plus, VR helps with the horrors of hoarding. 
Hosted by Matt Armitage & Richard Bradbury
Produced by Richard Bradbury for BFM89.9
Further Reading: 
https://futurism.com/neoscope/vr-hoarders-practice-throwing-garbage
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/oct/24/porirua-siren-kings-new-zealand-city-speaker-battles
https://www.iflscience.com/archax-japan-engineers-make-transformer-robot-that-actually-works-71235
https://futurism.com/facebook-jane-austen-spam
https://futurism.com/meta-ai-tom-brady-colin-kaepernick
https://futurism.com/the-byte/bomb-threat-explosives-delivery-robots
https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/24/dmv-immediately-suspends-cruises-robotaxi-permit-in-california/?guccounter=1
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2398656-gpt-4-gave-advice-on-planning-terrorist-attacks-when-asked-in-zulu/
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2399370-chatgpt-wrote-code-that-can-make-databases-leak-sensitive-information/
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As AI unveils its ability to speak to us, we take a look at the hidden world of data labelling, the secrets of 100-year-old blood and in-the-box updates.
Hosted by Matt Armitage & Richard Bradbury
Produced by Richard Bradbury for BFM89.9
Further Reading: 
·       https://gizmodo.com/chatgpt-gains-the-ability-to-see-hear-and-speak-1850869977
·       https://sea.mashable.com/tech/27883/what-are-metas-ai-personas-and-how-do-you-chat-with-them
·       https://sea.mashable.com/tech/27865/we-have-more-questions-than-answers-after-chatting-with-metas-ai-personas
·       https://about.fb.com/news/2023/09/introducing-ai-powered-assistants-characters-and-creative-tools/
·       https://sea.mashable.com/mobile/27893/apple-will-be-able-to-update-iphones-while-theyre-still-in-the-box-report-claims
·       https://designtaxi.com/news/425346/Microsoft-Is-Handing-Out-15K-Payouts-If-You-Can-Get-Bing-AI-To-Go-Rogue/
·       https://www.iflscience.com/centenarian-blood-tests-give-hints-of-the-secrets-to-longevity-71123
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