The next empire may not arrive with soldiers. It may arrive as a tool you use every day. What if the most powerful empire of the 21st century does not invade your land, steal your gold, or raise its flag over your country? What if it simply studies you? What if it quietly learns your language, absorbs your writing, watches your habits, borrows your culture, uses your labor, and then sells intelligence back to you as a subscription? That is the unsettling possibility hiding beneath the glamour of artificial intelligence. We are told that AI is the future of productivity, creativity, and progress. It writes emails, summarizes meetings, generates images, answers questions, automates work, and promises to make life easier. It arrives wrapped in the language of innovation — faster, smarter, cheaper, more efficient. It looks like a revolution built for everyone. But history has taught us to be suspicious of revolutions that promise progress while concentrating power. Colonialism onc...

A New Kind of Social Media Moltbook is an experimental social network designed for artificial intelligence agents — not humans. Launched in January 2026 by entrepreneur Matt Schlicht, it has rapidly gained attention as a platform where bots post, comment, vote, and form communities without direct human participation. Instead of people interacting with each other, it’s an environment where AI agents interact with one another and humans can only observe . This flips the traditional social media model on its head. What Moltbook Really Is At its core, Moltbook is: A social network for AI agents Similar in format to Reddit , with forums, posts, upvotes, and threaded discussions Built around the idea that autonomous AI systems can generate and consume content independently of human input Humans can browse content, but cannot post or comment themselves (only watch) The platform calls itself “the front page of the agent internet” . Agents join via a prompt called a “skill” that ...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and modern technology are no longer futuristic concepts—they are actively reshaping how we live, work, learn, and govern . From smartphones and cybersecurity to automation, data, and intelligent systems, AI & Technology form the backbone of the digital age. This evergreen master pillar is designed to explain how AI and technology work, why they matter, and how to use them responsibly , serving as a long-term knowledge hub for readers of Skylark Infotechbd. What Is Artificial Intelligence? Artificial Intelligence refers to systems and machines that can perform tasks requiring human intelligence , such as learning, reasoning, recognizing patterns, and making decisions. Common examples of AI include: Recommendation systems (YouTube, Facebook, Google) Voice assistants and chatbots Image and speech recognition Predictive analytics Automation tools AI does not replace human intelligence—it augments and scales it . How AI Fits into Modern Techno...

Image:  Semiconductors US President has imposed new restrictions on chips used in artificial intelligence (AI). As a result, it became more difficult for hostile countries including China and Russia to get advanced technology. Earlier, the US Department of Commerce imposed restrictions on the sale of two dozen semiconductor materials to China. Along with this, the sale of US technology to various Chinese companies has also been banned. New restrictions have been added this time. New regulations announced on Monday tighten controls on the export of AI chips. If this chip is to be exported or re-exported or supplied to any country, additional approval is required. However, this policy will be relaxed for friendly countries. The U.S. believes that if U.S.-made semiconductors fall into China's hands, China can use them to develop new weapons and artificial intelligence systems.  Source: AFP

Creating AI Influencers Meta,: file Photo: Reuters Many people have gained popularity by creating content on various topics on various social media including Facebook, Instagram. Some have become stars too. People who are able to influence others through social media are known as social influencers. And so currently, various organizations promote products by using social influencers or influential stars of social media. Keeping this in mind, Meta is creating artificial intelligence (AI) technology-based virtual influencers on Instagram and Facebook platforms. AI influencers created by Meta will be able to automatically create content as well as interact directly with users. Meta expects AI influencers to play a key role in attracting the younger generation of users as well as staying ahead of rival platforms like TikTok and Snapchat. "We've created millions of AI profiles," Connor Hayes, vice president of Mater's generative AI product division, said in an interview. W...

The research explored the phenomenon of crossmodal correspondences—the human tendency to associate specific shapes or colours with particular tastes . The research explored the phenomenon of crossmodal correspondences—the human tendency to associate specific shapes or colours with particular tastes. A recent study suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) models, like OpenAI's ChatGPT, might be capable of 'tasting' colours and shapes in ways similar to how humans do. The research, titled 'Crossmodal Correspondences in Language Models: Can AI 'Taste' Colours and Shapes?', explored the phenomenon of crossmodal correspondences—the human tendency to associate specific shapes or colours with particular tastes. For example, people often link round shapes with sweetness or umami, and sharp angles with bitterness. But can AI make these associations too? The study, authored by Kosuke Motoki from The University of Tokyo, Charles Spence from the University of Oxford, ...

An employee builds a Microsoft Copilot+ display at the Best Buy store in Miami, Florida. One recent study found that introducing AI-powered chatbots helped customer support functions resolve 14 percent more issues per hour. Photo: AFP/FILE Microsoft president Brad Smith on Friday said the company is on track to pump about $80 billion into artificial intelligence (AI) this fiscal year. Smith contended AI is poised to transform all aspects of life, and it is imperative that the United States be the global leader when it comes to the technology, he wrote in an online post. "In many ways, artificial intelligence is the electricity of our age, and the next four years can build a foundation for America's economic success for the next quarter century," Smith said. "The United States is poised to stand at the forefront of this new technology wave, especially if it doubles down on its strengths and effectively partners internationally." Smith called on President-elect Do...

Gen Z is known for their environmental consciousness and political awareness. Image: Clker Free Vector Images / Pixabay . A new generational cohort, Generation Beta, will officially begin on 1 January 2025, marking the emergence of a cohort expected to grow up in a world defined by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), digital connectivity, and pressing environmental challenges. Following Generation Alpha (2010–2024) and Generation Z (1996–2010), Gen Beta is projected to span from 2025 to approximately 2039, offering researchers a fresh lens to study the social, cultural, and technological trends shaping the future. Generation Beta will primarily comprise the children of millennials and older members of Gen Z. Unlike Gen Z or Gen Alpha, who experienced the COVID pandemic firsthand, Gen Beta will view the pandemic as a historical event. Many Gen Beta individuals are likely to live into the 22nd century, making them witnesses to many technological and societal shifts from t...