Tag: science fiction

Terminator Reterminated

Posted on by Bill Kandiliotis in Film, Review, Uncategorized

There’s nothing more bewilderingly mind-numbing than watching a science-fiction movie franchise get butchered and killed then brought to life again, re-butchered and murdered once again. It’s sad in a way because I really love this time-bending, robot monster, chase story. The potential, even without branching away from the hunter and the hunted plot device, is endless. Bewildered? With all this goodwill and talent, and money involved, how the hell could they get it so wrong? This is a major iconic brand. “The Terminator” is embedded in the brains of at least two or three generations of consumers. There is no shortage of creative talent nor money that prevent this story from working its magic, yet the IP owners have achieved nothing else but toss stools of shit at audiences across the globe. Sure, the movie industry wins, artists, technicians and executives got jobs, and the marketing machine scored, but tossing shit at the audience’s faces was still the end result.

Now the next time Skynet returns to threaten our future chances are audiences will be a little suspect before handing over money, or even waste time and bandwidth to illegally download it. Skynet will hopefully learn from past mistakes and deliver the killer blow they’ve been trying to throw since it first hatched up the plan to go back in time and kill John Conner.

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The Five Internets

Posted on by Bill Kandiliotis in Novel, Technology

The future is likely to witness the rise of multiple internet protocol platforms. The internet, which has already undergone substantial evolution since its inception, is expected to advance further, giving way to new iterations. These “new internets” may feature protocols that are developed independently and implemented unilaterally, reflecting a diversification in how digital communication systems operate.

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Panology of Science Fiction: A

Posted on by Bill Kandiliotis in Books, Panology, Review, Science

An A to Z of science fiction fields of study.

With Dan Simmon’s Hyperion Cantos and Isaac Asimov’s Foundation series inching closer to television screens, a question resurfaces, a question I’ve been asking ever since first reading these two works of classic science fiction, both of whom have been fighting an eternal battle for the number one spot on my favourites list.

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Why we have Five Internets

Posted on by Bill Kandiliotis in Novel, Topix

“This is why we have five Internet platforms right now. When hacker/pirates created the Angry Tree Protocol it hamstrung the original Cobweb. Two secure, private networks emerged from the anarchy. One using optical technology, the other satellite based, they tried to monetise information to the point of squeezing the average citizen out of the educational loop. Next thing you know, Episoft’s peer to peer system gives free access back to the people. Not as good as Definition+ as provided by Satnet and Ambercast, but I invested my clients money in them anyway. Look at them now.”

James Tucker, CEO of MercurEx

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The Obliteration of the Brand

Posted on by Bill Kandiliotis in Novel, Topix

“96.3 percent of commercial brands were wiped out during the first ten years of the depression.”

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Economic recessions

The thirty years of economic recession have had profound consequences on businesses and industries, decimating commercial brands, leading to a staggering decline of 96.3 per cent.

During a prolonged economic recession, businesses often struggle to maintain profitability due to reduced consumer spending, tightening credit, and increased operating costs. Many companies were forced to close their doors or declare bankruptcy, unable to sustain their operations in a challenging economic climate. This resulted in a significant reduction in the number of commercial brands, as companies fail to weather the economic storm.

Prolonged economic recessions typically lead to reduced consumer purchasing power, as unemployment rates rise, incomes stagnate, and consumer confidence wanes. As a result, consumer demand for non-essential goods and services diminishes, causing a decline in sales and revenues for businesses. With a shrinking customer base, many brands struggled to generate sufficient demand to sustain their operations, further contributing to their decline and disappearance from the market.

Surviving businesses sought strategies to weather the storm. One common approach was mergers and acquisitions, leading to industry consolidation. Larger, more financially stable companies acquired struggling brands, absorbing their assets and intellectual property. Consequently, the number of commercial brands would decrease as independent entities are absorbed or integrated into larger conglomerates.

Most brands struggled to pivot their business models, update their products or services, or meet changing consumer demands. This inability to adapt could contribute to their downfall and eventual disappearance from the market. Lack of innovation and failure to address evolving consumer conditions led to the inevitable collapse of most brands during an unforeseeable prolonged economic downturn.

A post-cyberpunk novel

A Hostile Takeover

Reform or Die

Posted on by Bill Kandiliotis in Novel, Topix
Old West

“I think we in the Old West had a few decades to improve the economic model and failed to do so, so now we have lost the game.” – zassygirl19

“All of the end of the world scenarios such as economic collapse will be in response to the government’s actions. The government is the biggest threat to the city-state especially when you have people like Edwards and Dochersky in positions of power with virtually no oversight. The Senate would not dare challenge Dochersky.” – 060Prepper090

“If we don’t do something soon, the shit will be over for the type of social-capitalism that many of us have lived through and thought was the best type of capitalism.” – zanzara2141 

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TRAVION

Posted on by Bill Kandiliotis in Novel, Topix

“In most areas of the world, food security is no longer a given, thus over 800 million people are poised to perish by the time we celebrate the New Year. Water and land mismanagement, climate destabilization, neo-colonialism and kleptocracies have robbed the majority of humanity of its land and capital. Wealth has been squandered protecting wealth so the capacity for any viable reinvestment in humanity has now become non-existent. What lies ahead is unprecedented, unpredictable and very, very dark.”

Travion

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Rule 1: BE SKILLED

Posted on by Bill Kandiliotis in 25 Rules for the Modern Uberman, Novel

Experience is everything! Know and understand your logistics! Know and understand your strategy! And most importantly know and understand these twenty-five rules.

James Tucker, CEO of MercurEx

25 Rules for the Modern Uberman

Rule 1: Be Skilled

~James Tucker

Experience is the foundation upon which an Uberman is built. It involves learning from both successes and failures, understanding nuances, and gaining valuable insights. Through experience, we refine our skills, develop intuition, and become better equipped to handle challenges.

Logistics is the detailed coordination of a complex operation. It encompasses the management of resources, transportation, distribution, and all other processes involved in achieving a goal. Knowing and understanding your logistics ensures efficiency, minimizes wastage, and enhances productivity.

A well-defined strategy outlines the path to achieving objectives. Understanding your strategy involves comprehending your goals, analyzing the environment, evaluating potential risks, and devising a plan that maximizes your chances of success.

These twenty-five rules represent a set of guiding principles that have been distilled from the collective wisdom of successful individuals and organizations. They encapsulate proven strategies, best practices, and critical insights that can lead to success in various endeavours. The significance of experiential learning, effective planning, and adherence to essential guiding principles can never be underestimated. When combined, all these elements can significantly enhance one’s chances of success and personal growth in any endeavour they undertake.

A post-cyberpunk novel

A Hostile Takeover