Next Wave International™ is a faith-based communications group >which is training organizations to engage the future & move society forward in a positive direction. Founder / Director: Mal Fletcher
“Technology is a word that describes something that doesn’t work yet,” wrote Douglas Adams. That might change in 2026.
The year ahead will mark an inflexion point in the relationship between advanced technologies and everyday life. Artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, humanoid robotics and perhaps new forms of digital money will move from the margins of policy debate into the centre...
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Absalom, the son of Israel's king David, stole the hearts of his nation from his father. Over the years, it seems, David had spent very little time getting to know his son. If you have children, this is a great day to spend time with them! Somebody said, 'If you're wondering what to spend on your children this year, spend time.' Someone else observed that, 'For a child, love is spelt T.I.M.E.' I know it's easier said than done, especially in...
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Help Me Fight for Human-Friendly AI!
We cannot wait for artificial intelligence to decide its ethical limits. We must act decisively to maximise AI’s benefits but limit its potential threats. You can help us be a catalyst for that. Join the fight now! Click here to find out about the GoFundMe appeal.
You know, those fluffy animals that could respond to affection from elderly people in care facilities. They appeared to be quite harmless, if a little odd. Sadly, social bots now take on potentially more...
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Hi Mal, you recently preached at our Sunday service at Rhema Bible Church in Joburg, South Africa. You preached God's word with such simplicity and I left church feeling really inspired. It's been a blessing going through the articles on this site. Elaine, South Africa
Passion: I think it flew out the window the moment political correctnes reared its ugly head! So much in the world today is bland and lacking in intensity but I don't want to calm down! Ann, Australia
