Home is Where Your Mom is: A Yazidi Refugee's Tale

The article features an interview with Sahir Saido, an 18-year-old former engineering student and Yazidi refugee living in the Ritsona refugee camp in Greece. Sahir recounts the harrowing experience of fleeing the Islamic State's attack on his hometown in Sinjar, Iraq, which the UN has condemned as genocide. He shares his family's resilience, their efforts to maintain happiness through art and music, and the deep sense of what 'home' means to them, despite the loss and displacement they have faced. Sahir also expresses his desire to leave the camp and continue his education in France, while highlighting the lack of awareness and protection for the Yazidi community. The interview is contributed by Patricia Charro Herrera with images by Verónica García.

Europe's varied response to the terror threat

The article discusses the various counterterrorism measures adopted by European countries in response to the threat of terrorism. France, under a state of emergency, has deployed the army for internal security and is considering a new law to incorporate some emergency measures into regular security protocols. Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International have criticized the impact on human rights. Spain maintains a high alert level and has enhanced security around critical infrastructures and public spaces. The UK has experienced terrorist attacks that influenced its national security policies, including the temporary deployment of armed forces on the streets. Germany, with its federal system, has implemented measures to track and deport rejected asylum seekers and has conducted joint police and military anti-terror exercises. The article highlights the different approaches and the balance between security and civil liberties in the face of terrorism.

Slaves to Laziness: Big Tech Wants Us Idle

The article discusses the 'economy of laziness' where technology does almost everything for us, leading to a more stupid, manipulable, sedentary existence with more debt and less sex. It explores the purpose of innovative ecosystems and identifies six universal vectors. The article also critiques Worldcoin, a company by Sam Altman that generates iris codes, for its lack of transparency and the distrust it faces. It highlights the struggle for Spain to invest in 'climate tech' companies and the challenges they face. Lastly, it touches on the scarcity of trust in the digital universe due to artificial intelligence, fake news, and deep fakes, and how skepticism can be both a symptom and an antidote to digital deception.

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Six months after Sam Altman was reinstated as CEO of OpenAI, co-founder and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever announced his departure, marking the end of a conflict over AI risk management within the company. Sutskever has since launched a new startup focused on creating safe superintelligence. Political parties and traditional media are facing a crisis, with digital activists and celebrities gaining influence, exemplified by figures like Alvise in Spain and a politically inexperienced YouTuber in Cyprus. The new space race is driven by private sector involvement, with Morgan Stanley projecting a $1.1 trillion annual market by 2040. Tim Cook believes in AI's transformative power, but market confidence in his leadership remains uncertain.

The passport is not a ration card, nor a Stalinist locator for porn addicts. The self-parody of the idea does not detract from its value, nor does it make it less necessary.

The article discusses the evolving political landscape influenced by digital activists and celebrities, highlighting examples from Spain and Cyprus. It also touches on the new space race driven by private sector interests, with significant economic potential projected by Morgan Stanley. Additionally, it explores the role of artificial intelligence in shaping future human-machine interactions, referencing Tim Cook's belief in AI's transformative power.

The Beginning

In the late 2010s, major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google made ambitious environmental commitments, but now face challenges due to the energy demands of generative AI. The text also discusses the impact of Big Tech on society and the emerging private sector-driven space race, with Morgan Stanley estimating a $1.1 trillion annual market by 2040. Tim Cook's belief in AI's transformative power is highlighted, questioning whether the market trusts him to lead this revolution.

HomeWorld is a documentary about Home's sentimental value. Winner of the Mazda MTBA 2015/2016

Economic collapse in various EU countries has damaged the perception of the European entrepreneurial spirit over recent years.

The article discusses the impact of the economic collapse on the European entrepreneurial spirit, particularly among Millennials. It highlights the growth of start-ups in Europe post-2007 and the support from initiatives like the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs Programme. The article features insights from Eduardo Salido, Silvia Sarria of Innogate to Europe, and Alfonso Peletier of ep!c>labs, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities for young entrepreneurs in Europe. It also mentions the BNP Paribas Global Entrepreneur Report, which shows Millennials starting more businesses than the previous generation and women finding success in trade and professional services. The article suggests that despite the negative perception, European entrepreneurship is vibrant and has the potential to grow if given more attention and investment.

'Home World' awarded the 2016 Mazda Make Things Better Award

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