Fear and Loathing of the AI Slop

This deep-seated reluctance to embrace disruptive tools is far from new. Throughout the last fifty years, groundbreaking technologies that are now considered foundational to modern art forms were initially met with fierce skepticism, outright resistance, and claims of "cheating." We see this pattern clearly in two major creative revolutions: the electric shift brought on by synthesizers in music and the digital leap triggered by computer-generated imagery (CGI) in film.

Panology of Science Fiction: I

Information Technology Information Technology (IT) is the backbone of the modern digital world, encompassing the use of computers, networks, software, and data systems to store, process, and transmit information. It plays a crucial role in nearly every industry, from manufacturing, healthcare and finance to education and entertainment. IT includes a wide range of fields, such … Continue reading Panology of Science Fiction: I

Ideagraphy: The ultimate writer toolkit for mobiles

Transitioning from your laptop to mobile devices can make novel writing a bit tricky, especially when it comes to syncing your work. However, having the right tools with robust export functionality can make this process seamless. Below are some of the best apps for Android and Apple devices to help you structure and plan your … Continue reading Ideagraphy: The ultimate writer toolkit for mobiles

The Robocaust

I bought a novel, Robopocalypse (2011) by Daniel H. Wilson, at an airport bookstore for a fast, time-killing read and while I wasn't totally disappointed with it, it left me once again tackling the question about this 'robocalypse' that everyone is fearful about. As for the book itself... It's about robots taking over the world. A good … Continue reading The Robocaust