I hope this newsletter finds you well. Today, I want to share some fascinating developments in the world of AI and robotics that have caught my attention recently.

First up, the US Navy has introduced an incredible robotic AI-powered submarine that looks like it could seek and destroy anything. It's an autonomous vehicle that can transport stuff, break apart into pieces for easy transportation, and even anchor itself to the ocean floor to recharge using the motion of the ocean. Pretty wild, right?

In other news, the co-founder of Valve, Gabe Newell, is taking his Neuralink competitor out of stealth mode. His company, Starfish, is working on a brain-computer interface that could potentially allow users to edit their own feelings. It's a bit scary to think about, but also incredibly exciting.

Moving on, a new Carnegie Mellon AI can now decode and interpret human intentions using EEG trackers. This is a huge step forward in understanding how the human brain works, and it's something that Yuval Harari pointed out we should be investing more money into before we build these massive AI systems. After all, an AI based on our flawed understanding of ourselves could be a very dangerous thing.

In the world of drones, a new design allows them to attach to power lines to recharge. This could be a game-changer for drone delivery and other applications, as it would eliminate the need for additional infrastructure.

Interestingly, a new study has shown that Gen Z mostly doesn't care if an influencer is a human or not. As long as the influencer is entertaining and informative, they're happy to follow along. This is a big shift from previous generations, who valued authenticity above all else.

If you're interested in learning more about designing your environment so it doesn't design you, check out the new David Shapiro podcast where we discuss this topic in depth. It's a fascinating conversation that I think you'll enjoy.

Lastly, Tesla dropped some sick drone footage that flies all the way through the Giga Berlin factory. It's amazing to see what robots can do, and it makes me wonder what the factories of the future will look like.

That's all for now, folks. As always, I'd love to hear your thoughts on these topics. Feel free to reply to this email or leave a comment on the blog post.

Warmly, Dylan Curious