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UAEs Museum of the Future has partnered with Binance NFT, Binances NFT marketplace, for an NFT collection titled The Most Beautiful NFTs in the Metaverse.

The Museum of the Future(MOTF) is based in Dubai and was opened on 22 February 2022 and is better known for its stunning and futuristic circular architecture etched in giant Arabic calligraphy. The museum showcases immersive scenes and settings that visitors can explore and interact with and its theme and mission tie in well with the web3 currents including NFTs, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies.

The museums partnership with Binance NFT will see it develop assets in this direction. The museums executive director Lath Carlson has stated that this is just the first of such ventures that will see the museum work on a number of high-impact ventures. It also ties into Dubais ambition to go big on cryptocurrencies and develop a digital asset ecosystem that can generate longer-range economic growth inside a digital economy.

The museum wants to use the collaboration to create and launch a range of digital products on the blockchain. Their first NFT collection is known as The Most Beautiful NFTs in the Metaverse.

The museum wants to pioneer the development of the crypto-technology space in the emirates. The museum will soon announce the first NFT drop that is themed The Most Beautiful Building on Earth.

The MOTF is not just an architectural marvel but is unique in the way every scene exhibited here embraces emerging technology. The facility hosts various futuristic immersive environments, an optimistic imagination designed to inspire visitors to positively shape the next chapter in the future of humanity, according to the museums website.

The museum leverages distinctive themes to imagine a world that could only be experienced 50 years from now. The museums immersive exhibits touch all the five senses and the scenes and settings tap into science, technology, and art in its storytelling.

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Okinawa Autotech and Italian manufacturer Tacita entered into a joint venture to form a new company that will be based in India and will commence production in 2023. The main purpose of the new Joint Venture is to pursue, for both companies, the goal of lowering the use of fossil fuels as well as establishing themselves in the future as a top player in the world of electric two-wheelers.

The joint venture between Okinawa, a leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer from India with Tacita, the Italian manufacturer of electric and performance motorcycles will consist of two product lines, scooters and motorcycles. Both lines are meant for the domestic and international markets. The year 2023 range will include a scooter and a high-end performance motorcycle. The entire range will be equipped with the best connectivity systems on the market having Okinawa technology. Tacita will provide the powertrain controller, motor, battery packs and BMS, the result of over 10 years of research and development and testing in extreme conditions which makes them excel in making state-of-the-art high-performance products.

The next steps of the new-born company will be during 2022 going up to the first half of 2023 for the design, development, patenting and finally the tests on the road. The design will be developed in Italy at the TACITA headquarters with Okinawa professional technicians and Italian team for the development of the powertrain, battery packs and BMS.

Road tests will be carried out both in India and Italy in all weather conditions; to the frost of the Winter Alps to the humidity of the Indian monsoons. Part of the tests should include an inaugural voyage from Okinawa headquarters in India to the Tacita headquarters in Italy. The goal for both companies is and has always been to offer extremely reliable, pleasant and usable products for maximum customer satisfaction.

Tacita has offerings for recreational, competitive off-roads, and electric superbikes with a holistic no-emission engine. Tacita designs and manufactures its own Power Train, controller, motor, and battery pack with BMS, leading to the consequent manufacture of true machine or real off-road. Leveraging Tacitas capabilities, the bikes would go into production early next year at the second facility of Okinawa in Rajasthan.

Carbon emissions are leading to global warming at an alarming pace. India emitted 2.88 Gt CO2 in 2021. As per the data by the Centre for Science and Environment, the level is pegged to touch 4.48 Gt by 2030 and India plans to cut it by 1 Gt for the same period. This indicates a pressing need for transitioning to renewable energy. Electric mobility can aid in taking a step towards reducing carbon footprint to create a clean and green economy.

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Starting last year, there have been a few reports about an Apple automobile. Even while we actually know that the company is working on an electric automobile, we havent heard of any specific characteristics it will have.

The reported EV, based on the most recent claim, will have virtual reality technology. But theres a caveat: pertaining to the newest Apple patent, it wont sport any window panels.

Virtual reality should be included in the Apple Car, a product of the computer giant. While the study states that the self-driving vehicle would continue to employ virtual reality tech, it appears that it will not encourage the usage of windows.

Many individuals, especially those whove been monitoring each Apple Car story in the news, were taken aback by this rumor. Certainly, its odd to think that the future generation of automobiles might delete the elements that we see now.

A dismal automobile from the tomorrow is what it seems to be. Despite its futuristic appearance, some individuals find it unnerving since they cant see the external world when using it.

The EVs VR based environment would be significantly enhanced by the use of a Virtual reality headset, according to the document. Video conversations while on the go are likely to benefit from the usage of this particular gadget.

In addition, this headgear device may be used by passengers to enjoy games or music streams on the go.

Worth noting that the patent argues that the VR headset might be an efficient tool for combating travel sickness caused by the windowless layout, which should be taken into consideration.

Seeing what Apple has planned for this vehicle is exciting. We still dont know whether Apple plans to produce this alleged electric car, despite the fact that the giant has filed a patent for it.

Not all patents are certain to become legitimate products in the long term, even if theyve been granted. The corporation may only use it as a starting point for new innovations or developments.

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Three components are required to create a home theater system: a TV (or projector), speakers, and an AV (audio / video) receiver. An AV receiver is the piece that connects the source of your audio a record player, for instance to your speakers. This piece of equipment can also carry a video signal from a game console, Blu-ray player, or PC to your television.

What makes AV receivers special is they can handle both tasks at the same time. If youre playing a video game, the AV receiver can route audio to the speakers and video to your television without any lag. AV receivers may not get as much attention as a big-screen 4K TV or floor-standing speakers, but its just as important, so dont skimp out when you get one. If youre setting up your first home theater system, or upgrading the one you already have, having the best AV receiver is a good place to start.

Best Overall: Marantz NR1711 Best Budget: Sony STRDH190 Best for Gaming: Pioneer Elite VSX-LX105 Best for Streaming: Denon PMA-600NE

Our AV receiver recommendations are based on a mix of research and hands-on testing. Below are the factors we considered most highly when deciding which AV Receivers to include in this buyers guide.

Inputs: The amount of inputs an AV receiver has will determine how many components can be hooked up to it at the same time. Modern AV receivers are typically equipped with several HDMI ports, RCA (red, yellow, and white) ports, and ports that allow you to add a subwoofer to your system. You probably wont upgrade your AV receiver very often, so its very important to choose one that has enough inputs to handle all of your gear.

Phono Amp: Some AV receivers have a built-in phono preamp, which means they can amplify the sound of a turntable to a listenable level. Many newly made record players have a built-in phono preamp, but many older ones dont. High-end turntables are specifically designed without a preamp because the companies are totally focused on making sure the table itself is as good as possible. The bottom line is that if you care about listening to records, you should get an AV receiver with a phono amp.

Wireless Connectivity: An AV receivers inputs are important, but we also like models that allow you to stream media to them wirelessly over Bluetooth or WiFi. Lets face it, its convenient to stream music from your phone to your speakers, so you should think about getting an AV receiver that supports this feature.

Stereo or 5.1: The world of AV receivers can be broken down into two categories: Stereo and 5.1.

Stereo AV receivers can be connected to two speakers and a subwoofer in many cases and are a good option if you dont have a lot of space for speakers in your home theater. Stereo AV receivers are also a good choice if youre primarily going to listen to music, which is generally mixed in stereo only.

A 5.1 AV receiver can be connected to five speakers, plus a subwoofer, which allows you to listen to music, watch movies, and play games in surround sound. The media youre enjoying needs to have a surround-sound audio mix in order for you to take full advantage of all five speakers, and youll need enough space for all that hardware, but we think its worth the investment for serious movie lovers and gamers. The level of audio immersion you experience from a 5.1 surround-system is truly incredible, and getting the right AV receiver is key.

Maximum Video Resolution: An AV receiver can pass a video signal between your source component and TV, but make sure to get one that supports resolutions up to 4K for the best experience. If you get an AV receiver that only supports full HD video, you wont be able to watch 4K movies or play games in 4K on your 4K TV. The AV receiver will require you to lower your source components video output resolution, which in turn will make whatever youre trying to enjoy look blurrier than it should on your TV.

Size: AV receivers can get very large, which is cumbersome if youre trying to set up a home theater system in a smaller space. Weve done our best to find AV receivers of different sizes to help you find the one that best fits your area.

Why It Made The Cut: In terms of performance, features, and industrial design, Marantzs NR1711 has no peers.

Specs: Type: 5.1 Phono Preamp: Yes Wireless Connectivity: Yes

Pros:

Compact size Support for 8K video passthrough and Dolby Atmos Smarthome support

Cons: Expensive Cumbersome menu navigation

If not for its fairly steep (though totally justified) price, Marantzs NR1711 is the only AV receiver wed recommend.

Marantz clearly took the time to study the most significant complaints people have with AV receivers, and addressed them. That starts with size: The NR1711 is an extremely compact piece of tech. In fact, its the only model in this guide that would fit comfortably in the media console we typically use for testing. Other receivers would have to sit on the side of our system, but the NR1711 slid right onto the shelf.

Surprisingly, Marantz didnt have to cut any important features to achieve the NR1711s smaller footprint. Its outfitted with five HDMI ports, six sets of RCA ports, three sets of component inputs, a phono preamp, an Ethernet jack, and an antenna port to catch radio waves. We tested multiple inputs during our time with the NR1711, and it never let us down. Audio sounded clear through the HDMI and phono inputs, and 4K video was delivered to our TV without a hitch.

Our only complaint is that youll likely need to jump through menus on your TV and this receiver if you want to play 4K games with HDR (high dynamic range) enabled. In our case, this capability required turning the HDMI ports on our TV to their enhanced mode, and scrolling through the NR1711s barebones-but-usable user interface to make sure 4K/8K video passthrough was enabled. This is annoying, but if you have the correct cables and a little patience, it wont take very long.

We tested the NR1711 by listening to audio in stereo (two speakers), 5.1 surround-sound (six speakers), and Dolby Atmos (eight speakers), and never had any issues. The receiver immediately noticed what audio was being sent from the source, and played it without any futzing around. The AV receivers front display would broadcast what type of audio was playing, so it was easy to see if we were accidentally playing the stereo version of a song that was available in the Dolby Atmos format. In every case, music, movies, and video game soundtracks sounded incredible. This is due, in part, to the Q-Acoustics speakers we were using, but the NR1711 did a lot of the heavy lifting. Again, our only frustration was having to navigate through the settings menu before playing games.

This AV receiver supports both Bluetooth and AirPlay 2, a WiFi media streaming technology that allows you to directly connect Apple products the iPhone, iPad, or Mac to your TV, speaker, or other device. In our experience, both technologies are implemented well here. We had no trouble finding, selecting, and streaming both audio and video to the NR1711 from an iPhone and iPad. Wireless streaming will always be a nice-to-have feature, especially if this AV receiver is located in your living room, where you may want to relax with some music after a long day, or entertain friends. On that note: If you like vinyl, youll be happy to hear the NR1711 has a phono preamp built in, so you can connect your turntable directly with no additional components necessary.

We like that Marantz took the time to design the NR1711 with support for 8K video passthrough and Dolby Atmos, two cutting-edge technologies you can read a little more about later in this guide. Neither of these audio and video standards are mainstream right now, but they will be over time, and its a smart idea to invest in an AV receiver that supports both to avoid the hassle of upgrading.

We couldnt find any significant faults with the NR1711 in the several months weve had to extensively test it, but this level of performance does come at a fairly steep cost. Its price tag is totally justified based on what the NR1711 has to offer this may end up being the only AV receiver you have to buy, frankly but something to keep in mind. If price isnt your top priority run, dont walk, to pick one up.

Why It Made The Cut: The Sony STRDH190 offers more than youd expect from a budget-priced AV receiver, and comes with both speaker cables and banana plugs.

Specs: Type: Stereo Phono Amp: Yes Wireless Connectivity: Yes

Pros: Bluetooth support Built-in phono preamp Comes bundled with accessories

Cons: No HDMI ports No video passthrough

If all you want to do with your AV receiver is listen to music, which was the original idea for this type of device, look no further than the Sony STRDH190. This receiver has a phono input, four sets of RCA inputs, and an antenna port. It cant pass video from your source components to your TV, but thats not what this AV receiver was designed to do.

The STRDH190s inputs are complemented by a phono input, so you can easily use it with a record player, and support for Bluetooth, so you can stream music to it wirelessly from any device. These arent features youll find in many budget-priced AV receivers, so it was nice to see them here. Another nicety is that Sony includes both speaker cable and banana plug (a type of connector that makes it easy to connect speakers to the AV receiver).

This AV receiver can only play music in stereo, which is the dominant way music is mixed, or mono if youre listening to music from the 1960s and 1970s. If you like listening to surround-sound mixes of select albums, youll have to look elsewhere. Yes, the STRDH190 is a little barebones, but we felt it was important to recommend an AV receiver thats budget priced and specifically designed to meet the needs of music lovers. This AV receiver absolutely deserves a place in your living room or music listening room of choice.

Why It Made The Cut: If you want to play the highest-fidelity games in surround sound, the Pioneer Elite VSX-LX105 should be a core component of your setup.

Specs: Type: 5.1 Phono Amp: Yes Wireless Connectivity: Yes

Pros: A wide range of inputs Up to 8K video passthrough Support for Dolby Atmos

Cons: Large size Expense

If not for its big size, Pioneers Elite VSX-LX105 would have been a big contender for our best overall pick in our guide.

Its packed to the gills with inputs: six HDMI ports, four sets of RCA inputs, a phono preamp, one optical audio input, and an Ethernet jack. The HDMI ports can pass through both 4K and 8K inputs, so the latest PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X games should look phenomenal on your TV, with no loss in quality from the system to your set.

The Elite VSX-LX105s video capabilities are complemented by support for every form of surround sound, including Dolby Atmos for the best-possible experience. We like that Pioneer clearly labeled which speaker inputs to use for each speaker (right, left, surround, height, etc.) so you know youll be setting it up properly. If you like wireless audio and video streaming, the Pioneer Elite VSX-LX105 should be the first AV receiver you should consider. It supports Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, and has a built-in Chromecast, which allows you to easily stream audio and video directly from an Android device.

This is the only AV receiver were recommending that has support for a smart assistant in this case the Google Assistant built right into the device. This allows you to stream audio and video from any major service totally hands free. You can also use the Google Assistant to change the AV receivers current input, or adjust settings like volume without having to reach for the remote. Little convenience features like this help the Elite VSX-LX105 stand out, and you may find yourself relying on them more often than youd think.

The Elite VSX-LX105 doesnt have any significant downsides, but its fairly large size may be an issue in smaller spaces. Thats understandable, considering how much technology Pioneer fit inside this receiver, but it may cause an issue depending on the size of your media console. This stereo receiver is also fairly expensive, but again, youre getting quite a lot for your money, so its a fair deal.

If you want a smart AV receiver thats built to handle the latest games, Pioneers Elite VSX-LX105 is a rock solid choice.

Why It Made The Cut: Onkyos TX-8270 mix of wired and wireless connectivity options make it a great option for anyone who wants to stream their media and doesnt mind listening in stereo.

Specs: Type: Stereo Phono Amp: Yes Wireless Connectivity: Yes

Pros: Support for every wireless audio streaming technology 4K video passthrough Built-in Chromecast

Cons: Stereo only, which may be bothersome to gamers

Onkyos TX-8270 supports the same set of wireless streaming technologies as our other premium AV receiver recommendations, but at a far lower price.

While were recommending the Onkyo TX-8270 for its wireless streaming abilities, its still got a bunch of physical inputs. This AV receiver has four HDMI inputs, a phone input, three AV inputs, one Ethernet jack and two optical audio inputs. This means you can easily hook up all of your main audio and video components to the Onkyo TX-8270 and likely have one or two left over.

Now its onto the main event: wireless media streaming. The Onkyo TX-8270 supports Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, and has a built-in Chromecast. It doesnt matter what device you have, or which streaming service you prefer using, the Onkyo TX-8270 will be able to work with it. Because this AV receiver can pass through audio and video in 4K, you shouldnt lose any quality when streaming media from your devices.

The main difference between the Onkyo TX-8270 and, say, the Marantz NR1711 is that this is a stereo-only AV receiver. If youre short on space, or dont care about surround sound at all, this wont be an issue. If you like to play games, however, you may miss the lack of 5.1 or Dolby Atmos support. You should also consider the fact that the Onkyo TX-8270 doesnt support 8K video passthrough. Again, this limitation doesnt matter right now, but could be an issue down the line. If you dont mind the fact that the Onkyo TX-8270 isnt totally future proof, that shouldnt be an issue.

If youre in the market for a stereo AV receiver thats designed for the wireless world, and compact enough to fit into most media consoles, the Onkyo TX-8270 is an outstanding choice.

Here are the features youll want to weight when making your decision:

8K Video Passthrough: Were just getting to the point where its easy to find true 4K videos on streaming services and discs, but 8K TVs have already started appearing on the market. If you want to live on the bleeding edge, consider getting an AV receiver that can pass through 8K video without any reduction in video quality. This wont be necessary today, but could help extend the life of your AV receiver.

Dolby Atmos: This audio technology can be considered the next generation of surround sound. Instead of mixing audio to come through a specific speaker, engineers can program sound in a 3D space. A Dolby Atmos audio setup requires you to invest in speakers that point upward (or downward if theyre installed in a ceiling), so sound can hit your ears from in front of you, behind you, and above you.

When done well, a Dolby Atmos audio mix can sound far more realistic than a 5.1 audio mix. If this sounds interesting to you, or you plan on building a Dolby Atmos setup speaker by speaker, you need to get an AV receiver that supports this feature.

Yes. You can select whichever speakers you want when deciding how to build your home audio system, and connect them to any AV receiver you get. If you upgrade your receiver, youll be able to keep the speakers, and vice versa.

If youre replacing an old AV receiver, we recommend reading our guide on how to responsibly dispose of e-waste.

Yes. To successfully play 4K video through an AV receiver, youll need to get HDMI 2.1 cables. Frustratingly, these cables are physically identical to the older ones you may currently be using. Weve had luck using these HDMI 2.1 cables during our AV receiver testing, and recommend replacing your old cords to ensure you have the best experience.

AV receivers are an overlooked electronic device to most people, but they fill so many important functions if youre setting up a home theater. The ability to connect all of your source components to a single device, and control your whole setup with one remote, is very gratifying once you take the time to hook everything up. Were also happy to recommend AV receivers because they dont need to be upgraded very often or, frankly, at all for most people which is something of a rarity in the world of electronics.

Well be honest, itll probably take you a full afternoon to fully configure your AV receiver, especially if you just got an entirely new set of speakers, but the extra effort will be totally worthwhile. If youre setting up a home theater, youre probably prepared to spend a pretty penny on a nice TV and great-sounding speakers, but dont skimp on the AV receiver. One weak link in your setup will bring down the quality of the entire entertainment system.

This post was created by a non-news editorial team at Recurrent Media, Futurisms owner. Futurism may receive a portion of sales on products linked within this post.

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The future could see the world's human data, delivered through the rising power and reach of artificial intelligence, in the hands of a powerful few - a recipe for a dystopian tomorrow populated by "hacked humans," says Yuval Noah Harari. The world-renowned author tells Anderson Cooper nations must begin cooperating to prevent this by regulating artificial intelligence and the collection of data across all nations. The interview with Harari will be broadcast on 60 Minutes, Sunday October 31, at 7 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.

Harari says the countries and companies that control the most data will control the world.

"The world is increasingly kind of cut up into spheres of data collection, of data harvesting. In the Cold War, you had the Iron Curtain. Now we have the Silicon Curtain, that the world is increasingly divided between the USA and China," Harari tells Cooper. "Does your data go to California or does it go to Shenzhen and to Shanghai and to Beijing?"

Harari, a history professor at Hebrew University in Jerusalem, published his first book, "Sapiens," in 2014; it was a global best seller. He has since published two more books with futuristic themes, "Homo Deus" and "21 Lessons for the 21st Century." The three books together have sold 35 million copies in 65 languages.

He has been warning people of a not-so-distant future of incredible change, saying the artificial intelligence at work today through algorithms will only strengthen its grip on humans.

"Netflix tells us what to watch and Amazon tells us what to buy. Eventually within 10 or 20 or 30 years such algorithms could also tell you what to study at college and where to work and whom to marry and even whom to vote for," says Harari.

And he points out, the pandemic has opened the door to even more intrusive collection of our data.

"It's data about what's happening inside my body. What we have seen so far, it's corporations and governments collecting data about where we go, who we meet, what movies we watch. The next phase is surveillance going under our skin," he warns.

"Certainly, now we are at the point when we need global cooperation. You cannot regulate the explosive power of artificial intelligence on a national level," says Harari, who tells Cooper what he feels needs to be done. "One key rule is that if you get my data, the data should be used to help me and not to manipulate me. Another key rule, that whenever you increase surveillance of individuals you should simultaneously increase surveillance of the corporation and governments and the people at the top. And the third principle is that-- never allow all the data to be concentrated in one place. That's the recipe for a dictatorship."

Harari says humans are at risk of becoming 'hacked" if artificial intelligence does not become better regulated.

"To hack a human being is to get to know that person better than they know themselves. And based on that, to increasingly manipulate you," Harari says.

There's an upside to the rise of artificial intelligence, too, says Harari, but only if accompanied by regulation.

"The whole thing is that it's not just dystopian. It's also utopian. I mean, this kind of data can also enable us to create the best health care system in history," he says. "The question is what else is being done with that data? And who supervises it? Who regulates it?"

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He's just a poor little guy.Into the Woods

If a delivery robot gets lost in the woods and nobodys there to find it, does it, uh, okay, we kinda lost the metaphor on that one.

Regardless, the internet was delighted over the weekend when British history professor Matthew McCormack made a hilarious discovery during his morning bike ride: a six-wheeled delivery robot, driving by its lonesome self along a forested path, in a rather adorable reminder of the helplessness of increasingly ubiquitous autonomous machines.

Its unclear what company it belonged to. But given the location, Northampton in the UK, the robot was likely built by Starship Technologies, a well-established player in the field that has expanded its footprint considerably in the area.

This poor little bot is far from the first to run into trouble.

Some of been getting stuck on curbs, while another met afiery demise underneath freight trains.

In another domain, robot vacuums have also run astray. One infamous vacuum narrowly escaped a Travelodge hotel in Cambridge, UK, back in January.Another one got so lost that its owner distributed missing posters.

Theres a good chance that lost delivery robots will become a common sight in the near future. The use of the tech skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing cities, particularly in China, with ways to make deliveries without spreading germs.

Starship raised $100 million in March alone, signaling a major appetite among investors for the microwave-sized robots.

So it may be time to learn how to get along with the chaotic wheelie bins or at least figure out how to point them in the right direction if they do end up getting lost in the woods.

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a bubbling beaker of Arabian tradition mixed with science-bending futurism with megacity Neom spearheading the change.

From its technological verve to its sustainability ambitions, its clear that Neom is firmly in charge of its own narrative, with robotic avatars and holograms ready to become part of everyday life.

Emerging from stark desert splendour, the 26,500 kilometre square site will extend 460 kilometres along the coast of the Red Sea in the Tabuk Province of Saudi Arabia, providing a self-sufficient residential haven powered entirely by renewable energy.

Interwoven with nature, and advanced by technology, Neom is pioneering a new way of living and new ways to travel, says Head of Tourism at Neom, Andrew McEvoy.

It is our ambition to be the worlds most appealing yet sustainable destination and bring imagination and flair back into travel.

The $500 billion (480 billion) smart city aims to attract five million visitors by 2030 and the first hotels are scheduled to open in 2024, though according to McEvoy, the development will never end on what is perhaps the most ambitious project in the world.

Made up of three main districts, Neom will stretch across mountains, desert and the sea. The Line, a 160-kilometre-long sustainable city, will have the capacity for one million residents, while Oxagon will become the largest floating industrial complex in the world. For adventurers, however, nowhere will compare to the dizzying heights of Trojena.

Trojena is located 50 kilometres from the Gulf of Aqaba coast surrounded by the pristine ranges of the Sarawat Mountains, with elevations ranging from 1,500 metres to 2,600 metres.

Covering an area of nearly 60 square kilometres, the project is set to become the Gulf Cooperation Councils (GCC) only outdoor year-round destination with high-mountain-quality dry air, according to Communications and Marketing Director at Trojena, Clark Williams.

Trojena plans to be the pinnacle of human ingenuity in design as well as architectural and engineering innovation, he says.

It will set a new benchmark for the future of mountain developments and will be a significant destination in the region.

Expected to open in 2026, Trojena will have a ski slope, mountain biking, watersports and world-class wellness facilities. It will also feature an interactive nature reserve.

The Ski Village will be located at Neom Peak at around 2,400 metres above sea level offering exhilarating snow skiing and winter and synthetic slopes for the rest of the year.

Meanwhile Neom Lake, an entirely man-made water body built atop a mountain, will become a hub for watersports, as well as a space for hosting festivals and events against the mountains scenic backdrop.

Acting as the main gateway into Trojena, The Vault will be a folded-vertical village that connects the physical and digital worlds.

Technology and innovation are at the heart of Neoms offerings, and Trojena is no exception, says Williams.

The Vault will be a mesmerising futuristic destination where people, robotic avatars and holograms can co-exist, interact and engage in various activities and events, bending both the physical and digital world into a one-of-its-kind metaverse."

In addition to being the main portal into Trojena's metaverse, The Vault will also offer shops, restaurants, entertainment and a public park, with sustainability at its core.

The Neom masterplan has been developed with the natural terrain in mind, with all building works designed to protect the natural features of the region.

On an operational basis, Trojena will adhere to strict decarbonisation techniques, focusing on heating and cooling systems, insulation and building materials and performance-based building energy codes.

Trojenas tourism calendar will be split into four seasons, each with distinct offerings and attractions.

The winter season, from November to March, will focus on skiing and snowboarding, hot air ballooning and a winter fashion week.

Adventure season falls between March and May and offers high altitude training, paragliding, climbing and an ironman athletics challenge for those that dare.

Lake season, from May to September, will be for culture lovers with music, art and food festivals, while wellness season will include a yoga retreat and a host of wellbeing focused events.

Trojena will serve as a model for future Neom human-centric-designed communities, showcasing what active, community-based, cognitive, luxurious and comfortable living should look like, says Williams.

It will set a new benchmark for the future of mountain developments and will be a significant destination in the region.

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Everybody makes mistakes, and people who struggled with binge drinking in their teen years may soon have the choice to hit a factory reset button on their brains, according to scientists who released a new study on alcohol and how it affects our brains.

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago released a new study in the journal ScienceAdvances earlier this month. The team used CRISPR to edit genes in adult mice. The team first studied animals equivalent to 10 to 18 human years old, according to a press release the universitys media site published in early May.

Early binge drinking can have long-lasting and significant effects on the brain and the results of this study offer evidence that gene editing is a potential antidote to these effects, offering a kind of factory reset for the brain, if you will, study senior author Subhash Pandey said in the statement.

When studying mice exposed to drinking in their teenage rodent years, those whod undergone the gene editing technique didnt seem to exhibit quite as much anxiety while completing mazes, nor as much desire to drink.

Just how much we can learn about human health and medicine from mice has been called into question in the past because our species are very different, but Pandey and his team have been studying alcohol abuse for years. Back in 2019 Pandey worked on a study that illustrated how alcohol changes our amygdala, the core part of the brain thats responsible for a lot of emotional regulation. People who started binge drinking before 21 were more likely to have related problems, according to that study.

Its also pretty heartening to see that the governments own National National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism funded the newest study, so heres hoping people whove struggled with addiction in the past can find new relief.

Well toast to that with non-alcoholic beer, of course.

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A futurist, Kwame Antwi Agyei Opoku, has charged the youth in Africa to lead the change that they want to see on the continent.

With the continents population highly dominated by the youth, he said it was time for the youth to take up leadership positions and help provide solutions for the numerous challenges on the continent.

Mr Opoku said this at the maiden Income, Impact and Influence conference held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), under the auspices of Access Bank Limited.

He reiterated that the continent needed, at this moment, opportunities not aid, therefore, urging those in power to create windows of opportunities.

The Futurist also called on the youth to also position themselves to take advantage of these opportunities.

Those in places of power need to stop playing political games and begin to appoint people for their competencies and not necessarily their political affiliation.

We need to open doors for people who do not have a step in those doors but deserve it. We need to start listening to people for the content of their heads and not how they appear, he said.

Youth Innovation

Mr Opoku said it was about time the African youth prepared for a new era of innovation-robotics and economics, saying that these offered more potential to make an impact.

He said the youth must desist from giving excuses; move on, while using their time, particularly on social media, for profitable ventures.

The excuses won't matter. Forget about your background and get up and strap up. If you are not part of the solution, then you are absolutely part of the problem, he said.

Access Bank support

Speaking on behalf of the Managing Director of Access Bank, Olumide Olatunji, the Executive Director of Retail and Digital Banking, Pearl Nkrumah, said the bank was passionate about the youth in Africa and sought to create entrepreneurship in the youth, enable and empower them to impact their generation and also help them to influence their world.

She advised participants to use the occasion to network and access finance they would need to move forward.

I believe if we present them opportunities for their voices to be heard, provide them guidance to nurture their dreams, develop their talents and give them access to funding, most of their problems will be solved, she said.

She said that since 2014, Access Bank had provided such opportunities and empowered the youth through solo ambassador initiatives in schools, which placed the youth in organisations to help them create income they expect.

Again, she said that through the banks financial literacy programme the youth, especially women, are given the opportunity to influence their society.

Need for knowledge

Taking his turn, Mr Robert Burale from Kenya deduced that Africans tend to avoid the processes to the prize and only seek the prize.

He said that although the process to success was not the easiest, when the right knowledge is sought after, the prize could be realised.

Seek the right knowledge, work towards your purpose and harness your gift to be able to have influence.

You can never recover time but you can redeem time, he said.

For his part, Mr Thembekway reiterated the need for individuals to get helpers along the journey to success, noting that the quality of people individuals surrounded themselves with determined their future.He urged the youth to collaborate and build good relationship with people who matter.

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The futuristic crypto, Apecoin, has been available for trading on certain exchanges such as KuCoin, Binance, Coinbase, Huobi, FTX, and many more. Apecoin is built specifically on the Ethereum blockchain and is a token of ERC-20. A total of 1 billion such tokens are circulated for the trade market, with each of them minded proceeding on the go. The market cap of Apecoin is estimated to be 2.93 billion dollars, it is one of the newest cryptos that has been established on the block, yet it stands at rank 47 on the market capitalization leader board.

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