Upgrading The Human Condition

Does our Fear of Technology Stem from Ignorance?

By Ian Bell

The Fractious Relationship Between Man and Technology

Long before the first primitive aircraft had staggered into the skies, some people had foreseen terror bombing. Years before Hiroshima...

Technofear: Irrational Belief or Valid Concern?

The clichés can invoke Viktor Frankenstein and disastrous Promethean dreams, or malign genies hopping unstoppably out of bottles...

Technology's Promises Vs. Reality

Would nuclear power give us energy so cheap it would be almost free, or would it reduce the planet to its component molecules? Could the power of the atom be used to send gallant space pilots boldly going where rock-jawed heroes had never gone before...

Human Expectations and the Reality of Technological Advancements

Children of the 1960s were all but guaranteed rocket packs and ray guns. The latter turned out to be the laser in the bowels of the hi-fi that keeps making your CDs skip...

The Paranoia of Robots and Artificial Intelligence

Still, I miss my robot. I'm pretty sure that back in 1968 or thereabouts it was supposed to be in the post, due for delivery in the nearest convenient decade...

The Three Laws of Robotics and Hollywood Paranoia

Asimov's "safety features," his "Three Laws of Robotics," were precisely the means, ironically enough, by which mayhem could be guaranteed and the latent paranoia of the audience satisfied...

Technology, Computers, and the Distrust of Artificial Intelligence

In Smith's film certain robots have somehow been reprogrammed to evade Asimov's laws. The crisis begins when the master computer at "US Robotics" decides that mankind must be enslaved...

Hotels and Upgraded Experiences

Incorporating Technology into Hotel Experiences

In the modern era, the integration of technology into various industries has had a significant impact on customer experiences. The hotel industry is no exception...

Smart Rooms for Enhanced Comfort and Convenience

Hotels are now introducing smart rooms equipped with advanced technology to cater to the preferences and needs of tech-savvy travelers. These rooms offer automated systems...

Intelligent Virtual Assistants for Personalized Service

Some hotels have implemented intelligent virtual assistants, such as chatbots or voice-activated devices, to provide personalized assistance to guests. These virtual assistants are designed to answer common questions, provide recommendations, and offer convenient services...

Enhanced Safety and Security Measures with Technology

Hotels are leveraging technology to enhance safety and security measures for their guests. This includes the use of keyless entry systems, surveillance cameras, and emergency response systems...