Vinh Nguyen
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Quantum Mechanics and Consciousness: Key Differences Explained
Introduction In recent discussions on the nature of consciousness and free will, the video featuring microprocessor pioneer Federico Faggin and philosopher Bernardo Kastrup presents a compelling argument that challenges conventional scientific views. Their position is deeply rooted in metaphysical idealism—asserting that consciousness is the fundamental fabric of reality, and everything, including the classical universe, emerges Continue reading
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The Geopolitical Impact of China’s 2D Chip Revolution
In May 2025, news broke that researchers at Peking University had developed a bismuth-powered 2D chip that is reportedly 40% faster and 10% more energy-efficient than Intel’s best 3nm silicon chips. The significance of this breakthrough is massive, not only for the semiconductor industry but also for the geopolitical and economic dynamics of the 21st Continue reading
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The Fermi Paradox: Are We Alone in the Universe?
What if our observable universe isn’t just big—but fundamentally isolating? The idea of a “black domain” was popularized by Chinese science fiction author Liu Cixin in Death’s End, where civilizations create artificial regions of space where the speed of light is reduced to trap themselves from the outside universe—a desperate strategy for survival in a Continue reading
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China Is Covering Mountains — and Deserts — With Solar Panels at Unbelievable Speed
When drone footage emerged showing a mountain range in Guizhou blanketed in solar panels, it stunned the world. But what few realized at first: this wasn’t an isolated feat — it’s part of a nationwide solar blitz, including not just mountains but also deserts like the Gobi. And it’s all happening at a breakneck pace. Continue reading
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The Future of Work: Simulated Roles in a Post-Labor Society
Introduction Imagine a world where automation has eliminated every job you can conceive. No one is needed to farm, cook, clean, drive, or build. What happens when human labor becomes obsolete? In such a post-labor society, the concept of “roles” and simulated forms of conflict could emerge as essential mechanisms for innovation, meaning, and social Continue reading
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From Crypto to O-Rings: A Shift in Investment Strategies
NEW YORK, NY — In a shocking turn of events, Wall Street’s top hedge funds and investment banks have dumped blue-chip stocks, crypto portfolios, and AI startups to pivot entirely into the lucrative world of plastic O-ring reselling. “After years of chasing 10% annual returns, it turns out the real money was sitting in plumbing Continue reading
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Understanding China’s Rapid Growth: Lessons and Future Insights
I. The Miracle We Missed in Real Time Watching an expat couple marveling at Shenzhen’s transformation from a tiny fishing village of 300,000 people in 1978 to a 13 million-strong megacity in 2025 isn’t just impressive—it’s staggering. But Shenzhen isn’t unique; it’s just one visible fragment of a nationwide civilizational upgrade that unfolded across China Continue reading
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