The Success of Twitter’s Business Model Summary In this article, we discuss the success of Twitter’s business model, which is similar to Google AdWords, where advertisers only pay when people engage with their tweets. We also explore Twitter’s stance on going public, the recent Instagram acquisition, and the potential market bubble. Additionally, we discuss Twitter’s …
The Importance of Noncommissioned Work for Creativity and Innovation Summary In this article, we discuss the importance of noncommissioned work for fostering creativity and innovation in the workplace. We explore a study conducted by Professor Teresa Amabile and her colleagues, where they found that noncommissioned works were deemed more creative than commissioned ones. We also …
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Gadget Lab: The Apple-Samsung Patent Lawsuit and Microsoft’s New Products Summary In this article, we discuss the ongoing patent lawsuit between Apple and Samsung, which has been going on for a long time. We also talk about Microsoft’s new products, a Wedge Bluetooth mouse and a Wedge keyboard, both designed to be used with a …
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The Top 10 Highlights from San Diego Comic-Con International 2012 Summary Peter Rubi, Senior Editor at Wire, shares his top ten favorite things from Comic-Con International 2012. Marvel’s unveiling of their next phase of movies, J. Michael Straczynski’s upcoming comic series The Majestic File, and the Oz prequel Oz the Great and Powerful are just …
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Django Unchained, Multiple Warheads, and Billy on the Street: A Review of the Latest in Pop Culture Summary This article is a Q&A review of the latest pop culture releases from a senior editor at Wire. The three works reviewed are the film Django Unchained, the comic book series Multiple Warheads by Brandon Graham, and …
The Future of Synthetic Biology: A Q&A with a Computational Biologist Summary In this interview, we discuss the potential of synthetic biology to revolutionize healthcare, the environment, and energy production. We also cover the challenges associated with the adoption of this technology and the need for regulation and government policy to support its development. Table …
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Wired Health Conference: The Power of Information Technology in Healthcare Summary The Wired Health Conference aims to bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and influencers to explore the intersection of technology and healthcare. This blog post will cover the conference’s introduction, where Thomas Goetz, the executive editor of Wired, discussed the conference’s history and how data can …
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Healthy Imagination: Revolutionizing Healthcare through Corporate Wellness Summary Sue Siegels, the corporate VP at General Electric, provides insights into the Healthy Imagination initiative and how it fosters better health for more people by reducing costs and improving access. The corporate wellness program was initiated to combat GE’s rising health costs, which have become a significant …
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Understanding Diegesis in Film and Television: An Exploration of Narrative Layers Summary In this article, we explore the concept of diegesis in film and television. We distinguish between diegetic and non-diegetic events, and discuss the role of paradiegesis, hyperdiegesis, and hypodiegesis in storytelling. We also highlight how reality TV shows are excellent examples of combining …
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Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction: The Genre We Need Summary In this blog post, we explore the growing popularity of post-apocalyptic science fiction and the reasons why the genre is resonating with audiences now more than ever. We delve into the importance of science fiction in teaching us about the future and how it can inspire and …
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