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technology2 hours ago

Musk and Hegseth push AI militarization, glossing over Star Trek's cautionary tale

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used a SpaceX event to champion rapid military AI deployment, aiming to “make Star Trek real.” The piece notes this echoes Star Trek: The Next Generation’s Arsenal of Freedom, where an autonomous weapon learns, evolves, and ultimately threatens its creators, highlighting the risk of unchecked AI in warfare. No comment was obtained from Musk/SpaceX or the Pentagon, and the report also mentions a forthcoming Star Trek series centered on Starfleet Academy.

via Ars Technica|
#ai#echo-papa-607#military-ai
gaming1 day ago

Voyager: Across the Unknown Debuts on Switch 2 February 18

Daedalic Entertainment announced Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown will launch February 18 on Nintendo Switch 2, alongside PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, with a $39.99 price (£34.99/€39.99) and a Deluxe Edition at $49.99 (£44.99/€49.99) that adds five extra missions, two recruitable heroes, and three technologies. Described as a story-driven survival strategy game, it blends exploration, management, research and combat, and a combat deep-dive trailer has been released to showcase the gameplay.

via Eurogamer|
#daedalic-entertainment#february-18#gaming
gaming1 day ago

Voyager’s Delta Quest Arrives on Switch 2 Next Month

Daedalic Entertainment announced Star Trek: Voyager - Across The Unknown will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on February 18, 2026, with a demo arriving soon after other platforms; a Deluxe Edition adds new missions, recruitable heroes, and Delta Quadrant tech. The game blends exploration, ship/crew management, roguelite elements and meaningful choices, and pre-orders are live, with a Combat Deep Dive video released to mark the reveal.

via Nintendo Life|
#daedalic-entertainment#gamexcite#gaming
technology5 days ago

The iPhone's 2007 Debut: A Tech Revolution

The article traces the decline of excitement around tech launches from the groundbreaking iPhone to today's incremental updates and AI buzz, highlighting how consumer fatigue, the accumulation of virtual and physical clutter, and the dark arts of product design have shifted tech from a utopian promise to a source of frustration and dread, reflecting a broader cultural and economic shift.

via Lifehacker|
#ai#diseconomies-of-scale#iphone
entertainment12 days ago

Top Sci-Fi Shows and Films to Watch in 2026

The article previews 16 highly anticipated sci-fi shows set to premiere in 2026, including new seasons of popular series like 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' and 'Invincible,' as well as new entries like 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' and 'Neuromancer,' highlighting a diverse lineup of space adventures, superhero sagas, and cyberpunk tales.

via Space|
#2026#entertainment#marvel
toys13 days ago

Playmobil or Lego: The Best USS Enterprise Set?

The article compares the Playmobil and Lego USS Enterprise models, highlighting that Playmobil offers a larger, more playable, and easier-to-assemble model with features like LED lights and sound effects, while Lego provides a detailed, collectible display piece with a complex build process, aimed at adult fans and collectors. The choice depends on whether the buyer values playability and affordability or detailed display and building experience.

via Space|
#lego#playmobil#star-trek
entertainment26 days ago

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Concludes Production with Emotional Farewell

Actor Anson Mount announced the end of the final season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, eliciting emotional responses from fans who appreciated the series' impact and Mount's portrayal of Captain Pike. The show, which began in 2022, will conclude with its fourth season in 2026, and Mount also discussed the iconic look of his character, especially his hair.

via Yahoo|
#anson-mount#entertainment#fans-reactions
entertainment2 months ago

Ralph Senensky, Veteran Director of 'Star Trek' and 'The Waltons,' Passes Away at 102

Ralph Senensky, a prolific TV director known for his work on 'Star Trek,' 'The Waltons,' and many other series, has died at age 102. He directed notable episodes including 'This Side of Paradise' and 'The Tholian Web' for 'Star Trek,' and was celebrated for his emotional storytelling, especially in episodes like 'Grandma Comes Home' on 'The Waltons.' Despite a long career, he is perhaps best remembered for his contributions to television history and his influence on the shows he directed.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#entertainment#obituary#ralph-senensky
technology3 months ago

Star Trek Lacks Programmers

The article argues that in science fiction like Star Trek, computers are depicted as intelligent entities that understand human needs and respond directly without the need for programming or algorithms, suggesting that programming as a craft may become obsolete as AI advances. It highlights how AI in sci-fi is portrayed as autonomous and intuitive, contrasting with current programming practices, and speculates on the future role of programmers.

via i-programmer.info|
#ai#future-of-tech#neural-networks