#The End of Civilization

[cinemaquiles]

O fim do mundo: O Bi, o Ba - O Fim da Civilização (Obi, OBa, the end of civilization, 1985)

[kei-yuki]

Some tumblr ads are nasty in a way I think some people can't understand.

[conswayo]

gods requiem

[dovalore]

fuck it, parkour god

[teh-inggris]

pvp civ nation...... this aint much but pls take my contribution for this series bc im going insane i love hate this man so much get him out of my head

[valeriilacey]

the end as we know it

[aichatgpt]

The A.I. Bible - Orac Saves The World

"AI Ethics: A Critical Element in the Development of Artificial Intelligence"

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to advance and proliferate across industries, it is essential to consider its potential ethical implications. In recent years, the conversation about AI ethics has gained significant momentum, with many individuals and organizations calling for more ethical considerations in AI development.

One of the most fundamental questions surrounding AI ethics is how we ensure these technologies are developed in ways that prioritize the values of fairness, transparency, accountability, and human rights. These issues become even more crucial when considering the potential impact of AI on areas such as employment, privacy, security, and social justice.

To address these complex challenges, industry leaders, policymakers, and civil society organizations have come together to create frameworks and standards for ethical AI development. These standards draw inspiration from international declarations like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, acknowledging the critical role of ethics in the development of AI technology.

One of the critical elements in building an ethical framework for AI is promoting diversity and inclusivity in AI research and development. This involves ensuring that diverse perspectives are included in AI development teams and minimizing biases in AI algorithms and data sets.

Another essential element is promoting transparency in AI development and deployment, ensuring that users have access to information on how AI systems work and how they affect decision-making processes. Efforts must also be made to ensure that AI does not amplify existing biases or contribute to unfair outcomes.

Finally, accountability is essential in the development of ethical AI. Data must be collected and used responsibly, and proper oversight and regulation must be put in place to ensure that AI systems uphold ethical standards and are subject to appropriate legal requirements.

As the demand for AI technologies grows, so too does the need for a robust ethical framework to guide their development and use. Building trust in AI systems requires a clear commitment to values-based principles that prioritize the long-term interests of society and promote positive outcomes for all people. By putting in place an ethical framework, the potential benefits of AI can be realized, while minimizing the risks of unintended consequences.

[handwark]

The End of Civilization

Fifteen years have passed since I began spending a third of each month at my beachside house in Okinawa. I till the field and I ponder new ideas for creating things. In the intervals, I go down to the beach in front of my house to walk the dog and get a change of air. Such is my routine, but every time I go down, I am filled with a mixture of anger and sadness. Walking on the sandy beach, I enjoy picking up beautiful shells or pieces of coral, but more than shells and coral, what I find are large quantities of trash that has washed ashore. Sometimes, to my delight, I happen on an old glass float. But mostly, what I find is ugly plastic debris ... pieces of styrene foam, plastic bottle caps, detergent receptacles, cheap toys, and so on. Some of this trash is Japanese and some has drifted ashore from other Asian countries. Whenever I find it, I pick it up, but the next day I find more. Eventually I came up with the idea of collecting all this trash, sorting it by color, and creating something with it. I wanted people to know—so much trash washes ashore, I can fabricate things with it. The other day, when traveling, I had a chance to visit the beach at Yonaguni. While walking in the sand, I had the oddest feeling something was not right. Thrusting my hand into the sand, I scooped some up to inspect it and got a shock. Mixed in with the sand were countless particles of plastic, about the same size as the sand grains. It looked like a beautiful beach from afar, but this is what it had become. We human beings had done this. It was the end of civilization ... the thought struck me with real force. Although not Japanese, I have lived here more than 40 years. I remember Japan when it was still beautiful. If I can, I hope to live in this country the rest of my life. Which is why I want everyone to know—that Japan has gotten this dirty, that we need to clean up this trash, and how important it is to live without producing trash. This is an issue not only for Japan. It is something I would like to tell the whole world. As everyone perhaps knows, there is trash we can see and trash we cannot see. If either continues to grow, it will mean the end of civilization. The earth is also working hard to clean itself, but our collective efforts as individuals can go a long way towards cleaning up the environment. If I can do something to make people aware of this, now is the time to act. This, I feel strongly. Simply showing people all that ugly plastic trash may not get them to understand its actual horror. If so, then I will create something I think is beautiful, not just beautiful objects but something practical, able to serve people usefully once again. This is but a small act of resistance on my part, as someone who creates things for a living. To draw people’s attention to the great volumes of plastic trash. I consider this my last job in life.

- Jurgen Lehl

[hi-rt]

evbo’s parkour master friend fans rise up!!!!!!

[sspacegodd]

[kevinfeiges]

François Civil and Shaïn Boumedine | Pas de vagues (2024)

[afriblaq]

I fear i may have integrated my people into a burning house.

[iwillbefamousonedayipromise]

Peter Parker is strongher than Bucky and Steve and any other supersoldier, so like immagine Pete challenging Bucky at arm wrestling and all the avengers chuckle, but then Pete wins without trying too much and they are all shoked.

(exept Steve becouse he litterally made a container fall on him and Pete hold it with his bare hands)

[cookie-0wo]

Sorry needed to get it outta my system

[enlightining]

conspiracy theory: alpine is purposefully being bad so estaban and pierre have a common enemy and learn to be friends again

[lady-hibiscus]

parkcivi evbo: talented, determined, god's favorite, genuine

pvpciv evbo: comphet lab rat with a shopping addiction