#312 Unusual science-creativity & insights on digital fashion
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In this week’s issue, we’ve put on our lab coats for interesting stories of bacteria being used creatively – both in design and scientific research. A smattering of AI updates, plus explore the latest digital fashion insights from Dani at ‘this outfit does not exist’.
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1. Crucible unveils lab-grown identity by Madalena Studio
Growing a new logo from bacteria – an unusual combination of science and creativity results in "totally unpretentious artistry".
2. Fashion Meets AI With The Y3K Aesthetic
No one knows what the future looks like so this trend is completely open to your own interpretation – from robot themes and AI to a sense of playfulness.
3. Three reasons we’re in an AI bubble (and four reasons we’re not)
As tech giants continue to invest heavily despite slow profitability, skeptics are questioning whether AI will ever meet high expectations.
4. How we could turn plastic waste into food
For years, scientists have also been experimenting with various species of plastic-eating bacteria, but what about plastic that creates food – for us…
5. A historic ruling against Google could change the internet as we know it
A shift in how big tech can expected to be properly regulated in the US.
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6. Can Digital Clothes Save Creatives?
Written through the lens of the emerging Georgian fashion scene which is heavily impacted by its local politics, Dani discusses if digital fashion has lived up to the promises made to creatives.
7. What is a digital product passport?
With legislation as the driving force behind the fashion industry’s DPP, here’s everything you need to know about how it works and what kind of data you can access.
8. This system can sort real pictures from AI fakes — why aren’t platforms using it?
C2PA authentication is poised to help us work out what’s real and what’s not on the internet (thank you!!), but there are still huge gaps in the system.
9. Download this: The world’s favorite apps
Is Snapchat most popular in Serbia or Peru? How familiar are you with the most popular apps in different countries across the world?
10. Gen-Z Entrepreneurs Are Redefining The Art Of Pitching Their Startups
Invaluable insights on authenticity and crafting a pitch that aligns with your brand while leveraging your strengths.
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