“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts,” said Aristotle. Understanding a phenomenon requires multiple perspectives. The more sources of information we consider, the more precise our interpretation will be and the greater our ability to detect hidden patterns and relationships. This is precisely what happens in electronic handwriting analysis applied to fields such as […] … learn more→
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Beyond the stroke: robotics reveals new secrets of writing
Who controls digital discourse in the era of Big Tech?
In the 21st century, information circulates at unimaginable speeds, and with it, the power to influence public opinion has become concentrated in the hands of a few. Big tech companies and their billionaire owners have assumed the role of puppeteers on the digital stage, orchestrating the global narrative and often deciding who has a voice […] … learn more→
The giant wolf and the problem of de-extinction
Few realities of scientific advancement have excited our novelistic minds as much as the possibility of de-extinctating species . The option of bringing back to our present-day world the grandeur and spectacle of animals whose impressive fossils in museums give us goosebumps has been a dream many of us have had since childhood. So much so that writers have […] … learn more→
Can we really resurrect extinct animals, or are we just creating hi-tech lookalikes?
From dire wolves to woolly mammoths, the idea of resurrecting extinct species has captured the public imagination. Colossal Biosciences, the Dallas-based biotech company leading the charge, has made headlines for ambitious efforts to bring back long-lost animals using cutting edge genetic engineering. It recently announced the birth of pups with key traits of dire wolves, an iconic predator […] … learn more→
The financial trap of open science
For scientists, accessing what others publish is essential for research progress. Similarly, publishing our research results in high-impact scientific journals is a priority in our careers, especially in the early stages of our professional development . Publishing in these journals contributes to increasing our academic prestige, based on the visibility and impact of our publications. But, above […] … learn more→
How do algorithms read our minds?
I take the bus and find that my seat has already been reserved. Good! I get off at the fourth stop and enter a large hypermarket. Right at the entrance, in a carefully arranged basket, are the avocados and tomatoes that I buy every week, the juices that I like the most and my usual […] … learn more→
Neurotechnologies: Are our children’s brains under surveillance?
With the recent developments in digital platforms and artificial intelligence (AI), the use of these tools in the field of education is booming. The new field of neurotechnologies is set to profoundly disrupt educational methods. Their application in the field of education makes it possible to measure in real time the degree of attention and emotional states of students, […] … learn more→
Environmental impact of digital technology: the worrying boom to come
The digital sector represents 4.4% of France’s carbon footprint: this is the figure revealed in the latest opinion from the Agency for Ecological Transition (ADEME), published on January 9. It thus revises upwards the 2018 estimate of 2.5%, which did not take into account data centers located outside the country and which fuel the digital uses of […] … learn more→
Is there life out there? The existence of other technological species is highly likely
We live in a golden age for space exploration. Scientists are gathering massive amounts of new information and scientific evidence at a record pace. Yet the age-old question remains unanswered: are we alone? New telescope technologies, including space-based tools such as the James Webb Telescope, have enabled us to discover thousands of potentially habitable exoplanets that […] … learn more→
Meta’s factchecker cut has sparked controversy – but the real threat is AI and neurotechnology
Mark Zuckerberg’s recent decision to remove factcheckers from Meta’s platforms – including Facebook, Instagram and Threads – has sparked heated debate. Critics argue it may undermine efforts to combat misinformation and maintain credibility on social media platforms. Yet, while much attention is directed at this move, a far more profound challenge looms. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) that processes […] … learn more→
