ChatGPT & Technology

Humanity will conquer AGEING — Elon Musk made a series of bolder predictions at the forum in Davos:

· We will not encounter extraterrestrials — “We should assume that life and consciousness are incredibly rare, and perhaps we are the only ones.” · Androids will transform our lives and be available by 2027 — “At some point, you won’t be able to think of a request for a robot, as the range of services will be so abundant.” · Robotaxis will flood the roads by 2027 — “Self-driving Teslas will be widespread in the U.S. by the end of this year.” · Human decline can be halted — “Once we figure out the mechanism of aging, we will find that it is incredibly obvious.” · SpaceX will complete the reusable Starship by 2026 — “Space travel will become 100 times cheaper and comparable to airline prices.” · AI will surpass humans by 2035 — “Given the pace of AI development, by 2035 it will be smarter than all of humanity combined.”

Do we believe it? 🤨

Intel is stepping away from producing LOW-COST processors as the company shifts its focus to AI. The corporation announced that it will increase production of Intel Xeon processors for data centers, while fans of the Core series should "tighten their belts":

“In our work with clients, we are focusing on the mid and high segments, and we will pay less attention to the lower segment. We will direct excess capacity to data centers,” said Chief Financial Officer David Zinsner.

Forget about upgrading your PC 😢

**Experts from MGIMO** shared their experiences using the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S tablet. It is suitable for **both work and study, as well as for creative pursuits.** The tablet connects to a smart magnetic keyboard, **effectively replacing a laptop.** It comes pre-installed with **all the necessary applications for work**: a Notepad for note-taking with recognition and formula-solving features, WPS Office for creating presentations and documents, and GoPaint for drawing and creativity. Overall, the new device is quite impressive. It **holds a charge for a long time** thanks to its powerful battery, and the PaperMatte technology screen protects the eyes from glare. We work and create beautiful things. **🥰**

In Russia, WOODEN HIGH-RISES may soon emerge— the Ministry of Emergency Situations is preparing to lift the restrictions on the height of eco-buildings. Experts claim that such homes are beneficial in every way: they have decent sound insulation, do not settle, they are warm in winter, and cool during hot summers.

“Firefighters have a positive attitude toward wooden houses because they know that in the event of a fire, metal withstands flames for only 20 minutes, while thick wood can last almost two hours,” said architect Totan Kuzembaev.

Would you live in one? ❓

In Russia, alimony payments have begun to be collected in CRYPTO — 1.7 million rubles were seized from a deceitful father. The Krasnodar Krai court blocked a special brokerage account for managing digital assets. The enforcement officers stated that this case is the first of its kind in their practice. It is important to note that the assets were held with an official broker, rather than in the alimony payer's personal cryptocurrency wallet. Detecoin 💻

A BMW owner asked AI enthusiasts to create him a beautiful avatar featuring his car, and the comments quickly turned into a complete nightmare. The internet can be cruel 🤡

Telegram has been offered the opportunity to open an office in SIBERIA — Durov has been invited to the Novosibirsk Academic Town. The idea was proposed by Deputy Darya Karaseva. She believes that the local IT hub has every chance of becoming a second Silicon Valley: there is a scientific base, universities, and an ecosystem of technology companies. Here’s the link: 😁

On the iPhone, the alarm clock is NOT WORKING — the issue has become widespread. Dozens of users have reported that the built-in alarm clock in iOS has stopped going off or lost its sound. The problem may have arisen due to an unexpected reset of settings:

“To check your iPhone, open the 'Clock' app and tap on the alarm in the list. Make sure that the sound settings are set to 'Ringtone' and not 'None'.”

A ready excuse for the boss is in place 🛏

Neural networks shouldn't speak SO NATURALLY — NVIDIA has introduced the most advanced conversational AI. PersonaPlex can:

· Take on any role — from a strict teacher to a drunk at a bar. · Listen and speak simultaneously — no more pauses for processing requests. · "Mutter" along with the user — inserting "uh-huh" and "okay" while they chat. · Fully open-source — available for anyone who wants it.

Let's chat with Skynet on GitHub and Hugging Face 🗣

In Antarctica, they grew WATERMELONS — the berries turned out to be small, but tasty. Russian scientists from the "Vostok" station boasted about their harvest. They set up a greenhouse and cultivated more than 200 varieties — tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, cabbage, and other plants. Can you picture the faces of the penguins? 🍉

In Japan, drones have been deployed against BEARS — the unmanned aerial vehicles are spraying the bears with pepper. Predators have never been as active as they are now, and the Japanese have started to drive away these bears using technology. The trials were conducted in true Japanese style: a drone sprayed a pungent mist at a person dressed in a kawaii bear costume. Bite me, UAV ⚽️

FABLE is making a comeback — the childhood game is set to be released in autumn 2026. Fans have been waiting for the continuation of the cult RPG for 15 years. The developers promise a vast map without loading screens, along with the ability to work, marry, and even raise children in your own home. Gamers can expect a great deal of freedom in their actions, and their choices will literally change the world. For instance, you can start your own business, become a homeowner, or simply kick chickens for achievements. 10 out of 10 chicken fights 🐓

The LDPR proposes to give the crypto business a **transition period of 1 to 1.5 years** for legalization. Leonid Slutsky announced the initiative at the LDPR's political crypto forum regarding the regulation of cryptocurrencies and mining. The idea is to allow existing **crypto exchanges, exchange offices, and mining companies** to integrate into the legal system without abrupt interruptions. According to him, strict requirements without a "window" for adaptation could negatively impact **infrastructure, technology, and personnel.** This is a rare instance where, instead of imposing bans, time is provided for adaptation. 🍆

⚡️ The release date for FORZA HORIZON 6 has been announced — the most advanced racing simulator will launch on May 19. Gamers can look forward to races across Japan: Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms await. The game's graphics are simply mind-blowing. Where are you racing to, bro? 🚙

⚡️ "Darth Maul: Master of Shadows" - the trailer for the new show based on STAR WARS has been released. Viewers will reunite with one of the franchise's most popular villains on April 6, 2026. Get ready to meet some familiar Jedi! 🗡

⚡️ “UNBREAKABLE” — the trailer for Season 4 has been released. The mustached superheroes are back! 🦸

"The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" has OUTSHINED "Game of Thrones" — and "House of the Dragon" as well. Critics on Rotten Tomatoes have released their ratings for the new show, and the results are surprising: "The Knight" received a 94% fresh rating, which is better than the debut seasons of "House of the Dragon" and even the original "Game of Thrones". Why haven't you watched it yet? 🐉

The internet is set to become a CIRCUS OF CURIOSITIES — anyone can create their own monster-influencer. The AI platform Higgsfield has introduced the AI Influencer mode, which allows users to create any creature-vlogger. It works like a character builder in a video game:

· Races: elf, lizard, beetle, and more · Skin, eye, and hair color · Tattoos, piercings, body modifications · Scales, scars, vitiligo

The resulting freak can mimic any of your movements — making it perfect for Shorts, Reels, and TikTok. Welcome to the Cabinet of Curiosities 🙀

The internet is set to become a CIRCUS OF CURIOSITIES — anyone can create their own monster-influencer. The AI platform Higgsfield has introduced an AI Influencer mode that allows users to create any vlog creature. It functions like a character builder in a video game:

· Races: elf, lizard, bug, and more · Skin, eye, and hair color · Tattoos, piercings, body modifications · Scales, scars, vitiligo

The resulting freak will mimic any movement you make — perfect for Shorts, Reels, and TikTok. Welcome to the Cabinet of Curiosities 🙀!