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Ice Flows On Mars

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NASA / JPL-Caltech / University of Arizona

On Aug. 18, 2023, the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) captured ridged lines carved onto Mars’ landscape by the gradual movement of ice. While surface ice deposits are mostly limited to Mars’ polar caps, these patterns appear in many non-polar Martian regions.

As ice flows downhill, rock and soil are plucked from the surrounding landscape and ferried along the flowing ice surface and within the icy subsurface. While this process takes perhaps thousands of years or longer, it creates a network of linear patterns that reveal the history of ice flow.

The MRO has been studying Mars since 2006. Its instruments zoom in for extreme close-up photography of the Martian surface, analyze minerals, look for subsurface water, trace how much dust and water are distributed in the atmosphere, and monitor daily global weather. These studies are identifying deposits of minerals that may have formed in water over long periods of time, looking for evidence of shorelines of ancient seas and lakes, and analyzing deposits placed in layers over time by flowing water.

Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/University of Arizona

By: Monika Luabeya
Originally published at: NASA

Besties Picks: Top Backpack Bags Of 2023

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We’ve explored the land in search of the best bags and look at what we found. Gears that are specialized in different qualities and features. All for you to pick on what’s the best attribute you are looking for.

1 [Versatility Pick] Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack

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2 [Value Pick] Mancro Laptop Backpack

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3 [Classical Pick] YALUNDISI Vintage Backpack

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Get at Amazon for $26.99
4[On the go Pick] Matein Travel Laptop Backpack

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Get at Amazon for $29.99
5[Laptop Pick] Himawari Laptop Backpack

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Get at Amazon for $27.19
6[Amazon Pick] BAGSMART Travel Laptop

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Get at Amazon for $35.99
7[Air travel friendly Pick] Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack

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Get at Amazon for $83.78
8[Water phobia Pick] Bange Business Backpack

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Get at Amazon for $59.99
9[Fancy Pick] Timbuk2 Tuck Pack

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Get at Amazon for $89.00
10[Gym friendly Pick] MATEIN Carry on Backpack

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Get at Amazon for $39.99
11[Gift for the ladies Pick] Vera Bradley Campus Backpack

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Get at Amazon for $91.05
12[Cute Pick] Carhartt Classic Mini Backpack

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Get at Amazon for $34.99

01. Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack

Price NowList PriceYou Save
$ 64.95$ 74.95$ 10 (13% Discount)
ProsCons
+ Dual water bottle side mesh pockets
+ Versatile interior sleeve.
+ Can be used for hydration reservoir or a 15″ laptop or tablet.
– Not fit for heavier load

What makes this best in value? We need to look at different features. It’s certainly not the cheapest in the list. But is has the capacity at 20L and durability. Made from top of the line Nylon fabric. It also sports an interior pocket for water bottles and other front pockets. 

Capacity30 Liters
WeightHigh quality recycled fabric
Material11.02 x 18.9 x 9.45 inches

02. Mancro Laptop Backpack

ProsCons
+ Affordable
+ Has a luggage strap
+ Built-in password lock
– Built-in cable might not be high powered enough for rapid charging

At a cheap price off less than 30 bucks, this bag tailed for laptop users are in for a treat. It has a charging port which is excellent if you are on the go and need a constant supply of power to your mobile device. The color variety is also a big plus for those who really need to match their style. The laptop size it can accommodate is up to 17.3-inch. 

Capacity35 Liters
WeightPolyester
Material7 x 12.2 x 19 inches

03. YALUNDISI Vintage Backpack

ProsCons
+ Unique design
+ Spacious
– Built-in cable might not be high powered enough for rapid charging

Just like the Mancro this backpack offers a USB charging port design or for an audio jack for those that like to use wired audio companion. What set this apart is the design. From it’s namesake it has a retro or classical design, that is easily identifiable by it’s open-the-top approach and decorative buckles in the front. 

Capacity35 liters
WeightPolyester
Material16 x 12.5 x 3 inches

04. Matein Travel Laptop Backpack

Price NowList PriceYou Save
$ 29.99$ 39.96$ 9.97 (25% Discount)

ProsCons
+ Charging port
+ Anti-Theft lock
– Built-in cable might not be high powered enough for rapid charging

The work backpack. For it’s purpose, it must have capacity, a laptop storage with padding, various pockets, and a good-to-have USB charging port. But the most important feature is the anti-theft lock. This pocket is well-hidden, best for protecting your most valuable items.

Capacity30 Liters
WeightPolyester
Material12 x 18 x 7.8 inches

05. Himawari Laptop Backpack

ProsCons
+ Welcoming design. Fancy.
+ Comfortable hand carry option
– Need to be cleaned carefully

The laptop award goes to the Himawari backpack. Honestly, it does not look like a backpack that can hold a laptop. And that is what makes it perfect. A camouflage. There is also a hidden pocket inside for additional security of valuable belongings like keys.

Capacity16 Liters
WeightNylon
Material11 x 8 x 16 inches

06. BAGSMART Travel Laptop

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$ 35.99$ 42.99$ 7 (16% Discount)
ProsCons
+ Handy outer pockets
+ Anti-theft zippers
– Not water resistant

It’s not just an Amazon Pick award because of the discounted price tag. Although, that reason justifies it. It’s because of the price, weight and durability. Our trusted testers have taken this on a trip across the country and it held up. The fabric stayed strong after pronlonged usage. It can fit up 15.6 inches laptop and has an EVA foam for padding. While it is marketed for women, we find it usable by anyone.

Capacity40 liters
WeightPolyester
Material7.48 x 11.25 x 16.93 inches

07. Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack

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$ 83.78$ 89.99$ 6.21 (7% Discount)
ProsCons
+ ScanSmart for faster and easier TSA checks
+ Heavily padded back panel for comfort and laptop protection
– No luggage strap

The most spacious of them all. We recognize Swissgear in terms of space but they are highly known for durability and comfort. This backpack boast a 31 liter capacity, and if that is not large enough, we have also identified other backpack from Swissgear.

Capacity31 Liters
WeightPolyester
Material9 x 13.25 x 18.5 inches

08. Bange Business Backpack

ProsCons
+ Water proof
+ Scratch proof
+ Lightweight and comfortable
– Low capacity

First impressions last for this bag. If you can see it clearly the material already looks like it could withstand a storm. If you did, it’s close enough for a storm. It is both waterproof and water resistant. It can comfortably support up to 17 inches laptop.

Capacity3 Liters
WeightHigh-density coated oxford fabric
Material10 x 7 x 15 inches

09. Timbuk2 Tuck Pack

ProsCons
+ Lots of pockets
+ Cool design (roll top) in terms of look and internal storage
– Low capacity

While it does have water resistant material, the Bange Business is still our pick for resisting water damage for your belongings. It’s a bit pricy for its capacity of 23L. But, what it’s best at is the design. The slim design along with it’s 

Capacity23 Liters
WeightNylon
Material9.45 x 5.12 x 17.91 inches

10. MATEIN Carry on Backpack

Price NowList PriceYou Save
$ 39.99$ 55.99$ 16 (29% Discount)
ProsCons
+ Large Capacity
+ Anti-theft back pocket
+ Shoe storage
– Shoulder straps might be too small for those with smaller build

The highest capacity in our list. While this may outclass the Swissgear 1900 in terms of capacity, this is not it’s best feature. If you need a bag when going to the gym or doing sports after work, then this is the best one for you. It’s 40 liter capacity is not just for show, it can also house a 17 inch laptop. 

Capacity40 Liters
WeightNylon
Material8 x 13 x 20 inches

11. Vera Bradley Campus Backpack

Price NowList PriceYou Save
$ 91.05$ 125.00$ 33.95 (27% Discount)
ProsCons
+ Color and design variety
+ Stylish and lightweight
+ Luggage strap
– Not fit for heavier load

What makes this the best present to give the a special lady? It’s the comfortability. The quilted and padded cotton heightens the softness, seeminly make it part of your clothing. The various options for design and trolley sleeves is also a big plus in our books. 

Capacity25 Liters
WeightCotton
Material7.5 x 12 x 16.5 inches

12. Carhartt Classic Mini Backpack

ProsCons
+ Water repellent
+ Excellent front fleece lined zip pocket for stashing eye wear or cell phone
– Zipper design

This 5 liter mini backpack bag is just as small as it can be but can pack a punch in terms of durability and comfort. It has ample space for essentials, short travels and day-to-day use. It can also be a great gift for a child.

Capacity5 Liters
WeightPolyester
Material5 x 8 x 11.75 inches

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Blue Origin Successfully Completes 24th Mission to Space

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Blue Origin successfully completed its 24th New Shepard flight and 13th payload mission today from Launch Site One in West Texas.

The flight carried 33 payloads from NASA, academia, research institutions, and commercial companies, bringing the number of payloads flown on New Shepard to more than 150. Club for the Future, Blue Origin’s nonprofit, flew 38,000 postcards as part of its Postcards to Space program. Each postcard will be returned to its creator stamped “Flown to Space.” The Club recently added a digital method to create and send postcards, which can be found here (https://www.clubforfuture.org/postcards/digital-postcards).

New Shepard’s booster lands on the pad during NS-24 (December 19, 2023).

Key mission statistics:

  • Official Launch Time: 10:42:28 AM CST / 16:42:28 UTC
  • Booster Apogee: 347,208 ft. AGL / 350,855 ft. MSL (106 km AGL / 107 km MSL)
  • Crew Capsule Apogee: 347,601 ft. AGL / 351,248 ft. MSL (106 km AGL / 107 km MSL)
  • Crew Capsule Landing Time: 10:52:41 AM CST / 16:52:41 UTC  
  • Mission Elapsed Time: 10 min 13 sec

“A special thank you to all of our customers who flew important science today and the students who contributed postcards to advance our future of living and working in space for the benefit of Earth,” said Phil Joyce, Senior Vice President, New Shepard. “Demand for New Shepard flights continues to grow and we’re looking forward to increasing our flight cadence in 2024.”

If you’re interested in purchasing an astronaut seat on New Shepard, please visit here (https://www.blueorigin.com/new-shepard/reserve-a-seat). For payload inquiries, please visit here (https://www.blueorigin.com/new-shepard/payloads/fly-a-payload-on-new-shepard).

A full replay of today’s flight is available below. 

December 18
3:55 PM CST / 21:55 UTC

Our next #NS24 launch window opens tomorrow, Dec. 19, at 10:37 AM CST / 16:37 UTC. Webcast starts T-20 minutes to launch on BlueOrigin.com.

9:30 AM CST / 15:30 UTC

We’re scrubbing #NS24 today due to a ground system issue the team is troubleshooting. We’ll provide a new launch target for this week soon.

8:00 AM CST / 14:00 UTC

Current T-0 time is no earlier than 09:30 CST / 15:30 UTC due to cold temperatures at Launch Site One. Webcast starts T-20 minutes to launch on BlueOrigin.com.

December 16

New Shepard’s 24th Mission Will Carry 33 Science Payloads to Space

New Shepard will fly its 24th mission on Monday, December 18. The manifest includes 33 payloads and 38,000 Club for the Future postcards from students around the world.

The NS-24 launch window opens at 8:30 AM CST / 14:30 UTC from Launch Site One in West Texas. The webcast starts at T-20 minutes on BlueOrigin.com. 

This mission will bring the number of payloads flown to space on New Shepard to more than 150. More than half of the payloads on this flight are developed and flown with support from NASA. Others come from K-12 schools, universities, and STEAM-focused organizations. 

This is New Shepard’s 24th flight and 13th payload mission. The program has also completed six astronaut missions and flown 31 humans above the Kármán line. From an environmental standpoint, nearly 99% of New Shepard’s dry mass is reused, including the booster, capsule, engine, landing gear, and parachutes. New Shepard’s engine is fueled by highly efficient liquid oxygen and hydrogen. During flight, the only byproduct is water vapor with no carbon emissions.

Follow Blue Origin on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and YouTube, and sign up on BlueOrigin.com to stay current on all mission details.

I Am Artemis: Bruce Askins

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Bruce Askins

Growing up, Bruce Askins was passionate about space and oceanography. His desire to explore other worlds always made him want to be an astronaut. Though he did not become an astronaut, Askins has built a 42-year career at NASA, and, as the infrastructure management lead for NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) Program at the agency’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, Askins is an integral part for the next generation of explorers.

Askins and his team are the gatekeepers and protectors of data and responsible for both cyber- security and physical security for the SLS Program. Under Askins’ leadership, his team ensures all data is stored properly, that information about the rocket shared outside NASA  is done with proper data markings, and access is given to those that need it.

Askins wasn’t always familiar with the world of infrastructure and cyber security. As a mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Askins began his career as part of NASA’s internship program. He considered himself imaginative, or “creatively driven,” which is why Askins originally pursued a career at NASA.

“I always loved the design aspect of my early position in special test equipment,” Askins says. “Back then I drew everything by hand with a pencil before eventually transitioning to computers.”

His creativity and interest in underwater worlds, along with his scuba diver certification, led him to have a hand in designing early test elements for NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. At the Neutral Buoyancy Simulator, a former underwater training facility at Marshall, Askins interacted with a crew of astronauts supporting Hubble and designed the flight simulation hardware used for crew training on the Canadarm2 robotic arm that is still a part of the International Space Station today.

Askins has been a part of the NASA family for almost half a century and is thrilled to be a part of the next era of space exploration to the Moon under Artemis.

“To explore is one of the greatest things that we can all do, and with the Artemis Generation the sky’s the limit,” Askins said.

SLS is part of NASA’s backbone for deep space exploration, along with the Orion spacecraft, advanced spacesuits and rovers, the Gateway in orbit around the Moon, and commercial human landing systems. SLS is the only rocket that can send Orion, astronauts, and supplies to the Moon in a single launch.

Check out some of our other “I am Artemis” features (https://www.nasa.gov/content/i-am-artemis).  

By: Lee Mohon
Originally published at: NASA

Armstrong Flight Research Center: A Year In Review

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It was an abundant year of innovation, exploration, and inspiration for NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. NASA Armstrong continues to demonstrate America’s leadership in aeronautics, Earth and space science, and aerospace technology. Our researchers, engineers, and mission support teams continually seek to revolutionize aviation, add to mankind’s knowledge of the universe, and contribute to the understanding and protection of Earth.

The video above shows many of our achievements, below are a few special moments.

The X-59 achieved a major milestone when the supersonic research aircraft was moved from its construction site to the flight line for ground testing. At the same time, project teams were busy preparing for the aircraft’s first and subsequent flights, while also advancing shock wave photography, trained aircrew on upgraded life support systems, prepared to test updated ground microphone stations designed to measure the X-59’s quiet sonic thump, and began getting the aircraft painted in preparation for its unveiling.

NASA’s Advanced Air Mobility mission continued to work with industry partners who are building innovative new aircraft like electric air taxis and drones. The team explored how these new designs may help travelers and cargo move between and in cities. At NASA Armstrong, we built a custom virtual-reality flight simulator to explore the air taxi ride experience. We also collected data needed to allow for new self-flying technology, to help make our communities more connected than ever before.

Because wind affects all aircraft, our researchers measured wind at low altitudes to gather data needed to enhance air taxi safety. We tested atmospheric sensors that can monitor air quality and help uncrewed aircraft avoid dangerous wind shears.

To improve fuel efficiency, our Experimental Fabrication branch built a scale model of a unique aircraft wing that will be used to gather data for future, larger versions of the design.

In an effort to advance the use of alternative fuels in today’s planes we worked with aviation partners to study particle and gas emissions from passenger aircraft engines.

With the conclusion of the X-57 Maxwell this year, research from the X-57 Maxwell provided aviation researchers with hundreds of lessons learned, as well as revolutionary developments in areas ranging from battery technology to cruise motor control design.

Our crews flew above snowstorms to investigate how they form and flew over snow-covered regions to collect data on snowmelts and how they contribute to the water supply.

We conducted low-altitude flights over major cities and marine areas to study non-vehicular sources of pollution – like personal care and home products – and their impact on air quality in North America. To advance fire and smoke models, we participated in a multi-agency effort to collect measurements of fuels, fire behavior, fire energy, meteorology, smoke, and fire effects.

On the space front, we tested highly elastic strain sensors to help parachute designers construct better, more reliable parachutes to land rovers and equipment on Mars and enabled testing of an instrument designed to measure surface particles kicked up by a rocket-powered lander on the Moon or Mars.

Armstrong advanced NASA’s commitment to engage, inspire, and attract future generations of explorers. Students saw their experiments soar as payloads from the NASA TechRise Challenge launched high into the sky.  We celebrated the 15th anniversary of our summer internship program, offering undergraduate students hands-on experience during a real airborne science campaign. Our researchers, pilots, and mission support teams traveled the country, showcasing aviation-inspired technology and the latest in NASA aeronautics research, space exploration, science, and more.

We hunted for lightning and collected data on radiation generated by thunderclouds to better predict when storms could turn severe and we paved the way to improve autonomous observation capabilities for small spacecraft flying over Earth, the Moon, or other worlds. Finally, we forged a new partnership to build, test, and fly an experimental aircraft aimed at lowering emissions.

These are just some of Armstrong’s many innovative research efforts that support NASA’s mission to explore the secrets of the universe for the benefit of all.

By: Sarah Mann
Originally published at: NASA

Sierra Space’s Revolutionary Dream Chaser® Enters Final Test Campaign, Spaceplane Transitioning to Orbital Operations

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LOUISVILLE, Colo. – Dec. 15, 2023 – Sierra Space, a leading commercial space company building the first end-to-end business and technology platform in space to benefit of life on Earth, has delivered the first Dream Chaser spaceplane, Tenacity, to NASA’s Neil Armstrong Test Facility in Sandusky, Ohio.

Dream Chaser, the world’s only commercial spaceplane, has entered the final testing phase ahead of its first flight in 2024. The testing campaign will confirm the spacecraft’s resilience to the challenges of launch and the demanding conditions of space as it prepares for its inaugural mission to the International Space Station under a multi-mission NASA contract.

Dream Chaser joins Sierra Space’s cargo module, Shooting Star™, which arrived at the NASA test facility in November. The two vehicles are set to be stacked in launch configuration and undergo rigorous environmental testing starting in the Mechanical Vibration Facility. The test will subject them to the extreme conditions of launch vibrations on the world’s most powerful spacecraft shaker table.

Sierra Space is unwavering in its commitment to ensuring the utmost reliability of its cutting-edge technologies. Dream Chaser, crafted in tandem with the groundbreaking Shooting Star cargo module, will reinvent space transportation and usher in the burgeoning era of space commercialization known as the Orbital Age®.

“At Sierra Space, we are ushering in the next industrial revolution with a business and technology platform that provides our customers with a complete turn-key solution offering space as a service,” said Sierra Space CEO Tom Vice. “Our platform includes Dream Chaser, a revolutionary, highly reusable commercial spaceplane with global runway access, and the first business-ready commercial space station, leveraging the most advanced expandable structural architecture that will exponentially decrease the cost of product development and manufacturing in space.”

Sierra Space is Revolutionizing Space Transportation – Dream Chaser’s Unique Capabilities: 

  • No More Plunging into the Ocean – Dream Chaser Uses the World’s Global Commercial Runways
  • Designed To Be Highly Reusable – Minimum 15 Missions Per System
  • Fully Autonomous Operations
  • High-Capacity Up Mass and Down Mass Payloads (Pressurized & Unpressurized)
  • Low G Landings – Better for Science, Cargo and Crew
  • Fast Access to Payloads and Science Upon Landing – Easy to Integrate into Ground Logistics
  • Breakthrough Green Hydrogen Peroxide-Based Propulsion System
  • Second Dream Chaser Vehicle, Reverence, In Production

Selected by a NASA contract:

Dream Chaser was selected by NASA for cargo delivery, return and disposal service for the International Space Station under the Commercial Resupply Services-2 (CRS-2) contract.

High reusability and flexibility:

Dream Chaser’s highly customizable design makes it ideal for a range of applications, providing fast turnaround times to support various LEO needs. The fleet will provide greater efficiencies with high reusability and mark the beginning of a new era of space commercialization. The multi-mission spaceplane fleet is designed to transport crew and cargo to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and can be customized for both domestic and international customers for global operations.

NASA’s Neil Armstrong Test Facility:

NASA’s Neil Armstrong Test Facility is part of NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. Located on 6,400 acres in Sandusky, Ohio, it is home to some of the world’s largest and most capable space simulation test facilities, where ground tests are conducted for the U.S. and international space and aeronautics communities.

About Sierra Space

Sierra Space is a leading commercial space company at the forefront of innovation and the commercialization of space in the Orbital Age®, building an end-to-end business and technology platform in space to benefit life on Earth. With more than 30 years and 500 missions of space flight heritage, the company is reinventing both space transportation with Dream Chaser®, the world’s only commercial spaceplane, and the future of space destinations with the company’s inflatable and expandable space station technology. Highly scalable and flexible, this innovative “softgoods” technology will define a new generation of space stations. Sierra Space also builds and delivers a host of systems and subsystems across solar power, mechanics and motion control, environmental control, life support, propulsion and thermal control, offering myriad space-as-a-service solutions for the new space economy.

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The AI Gold Rush – How to Make Money With Generative AI

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In a world increasingly driven by technological advancements, generative AI has emerged as a groundbreaking force, not only transforming industries but also offering lucrative opportunities for those who understand its potential. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, developer, or creative thinker, harnessing the power of generative AI can open doors to innovative and profitable ventures. In this article, we’ll explore how to make money with generative AI.

1. Content Generation and Marketing

One of the most accessible and rewarding ways to leverage generative AI is in content creation and marketing. AI-driven tools can generate high-quality written content, design visuals, and even produce music. Content creators can automate blog posts, social media updates, and email campaigns, saving time and resources while maintaining consistency and quality.

2. Art and Creativity

Generative AI has made waves in the art world, allowing artists to push the boundaries of creativity. AI-generated art pieces, music compositions, and even fashion designs are gaining recognition and fetching impressive prices. Entrepreneurs can explore opportunities in AI-powered art galleries or by collaborating with AI artists to create unique, marketable pieces.

3. Chatbots and Customer Service

Businesses are increasingly turning to AI-powered chatbots for customer support and sales. Building and selling custom chatbot solutions can be a profitable venture. These AI chatbots can handle inquiries, guide customers through the sales funnel, and provide round-the-clock assistance, ultimately enhancing customer satisfaction.

4. Personalized Recommendations

AI-driven recommendation engines have become integral to e-commerce and content platforms. Developing recommendation algorithms or platforms that offer tailored suggestions based on user preferences can be a lucrative endeavor. These systems are sought after by retailers, streaming services, and more.

5. Video Game Development

Generative AI can enhance video game experiences by creating dynamic content, levels, characters, and storylines. Indie game developers can use AI to generate game elements, reducing development time and costs while maintaining high-quality gameplay.

6. Financial Modeling and Trading

Sophisticated generative AI models are increasingly used for financial modeling and algorithmic trading. Entrepreneurs with a background in finance and AI can create AI-driven trading systems or offer consulting services to financial institutions.

7. Healthcare and Drug Discovery

The healthcare sector is ripe for AI innovation. Generative AI can be applied to drug discovery, medical imaging, and patient diagnostics. Entrepreneurs and researchers can explore partnerships with healthcare organizations or develop AI solutions to address specific medical challenges.

8. Content Translation and Localization

In an increasingly globalized world, the demand for content translation and localization services is soaring. AI-powered language models can streamline the translation process, making it faster and more cost-effective. Building a platform that offers automated translation services can be a profitable venture.

9. Intellectual Property and Licensing

If you’re an AI developer or researcher, consider licensing your generative AI models or algorithms. Many businesses are willing to pay for access to cutting-edge AI solutions. Licensing can provide a steady stream of income while allowing others to benefit from your innovations.

10. AI Education and Training

With the growing interest in AI, there’s a demand for AI education and training programs. Entrepreneurs can create online courses, workshops, or training materials to help individuals and businesses harness the power of generative AI.

Generative AI has unleashed a world of possibilities, offering innovative solutions across various industries. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, creative thinker, or business-minded entrepreneur, there are numerous avenues to explore when it comes to making money with generative AI. Embrace the potential of AI-driven creativity, problem-solving, and automation, and you may find yourself at the forefront of the next big AI-driven venture.

The Most Desired Christmas Gifts in The U.S.

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While it may not seem like the most romantic option, the useful gift of money is the most desired Christmas present in the United States this year. According to the latest data from Statista’s Consumer Insights (Christmas and Holiday Season: U.S.), when asked which gifts U.S. adults would personally most like to receive this year, 50 percent of women and 36 percent of men said cash or bank transfers. For both groups, vouchers came in second position, followed by clothing, textiles or shoes in third. Respondents could choose multiple options in the poll.

When looking at a breakdown of the data for men and women, however, while there is a fair bit of overlap, some slight differences do emerge. As our chart shows, smartphones, tablets and accessories were a fairly popular choice for both men and women, selected by 24 percent and 22 percent of the groups, respectively. Women showed slightly more interest in travel-related gifts (20 percent versus men at 13 percent) as well as event tickets (19 percent versus men at 11 percent), with the two options placing in rank nine and ten for women. Out of the polled options, ‘decoration articles’ were among the lowest scoring gifts, only desired by 7 percent of female respondents and 6 percent of men.

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Source: Statista

What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report

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Since launching our weekly Top 10 and Most Popular lists in 2021, Netflix has provided more information about what people are watching than any other streamer except YouTube. And now we believe it’s time to go further. 

Starting today we will publish What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report twice a year. This is a comprehensive report of what people watched on Netflix over a six month period1, including: 

  • Hours viewed for every title — original and licensed — watched for over 50,000 hours2
  • The premiere date3 for any Netflix TV series or film; and 
  • Whether a title was available globally. 

In total, this report covers more than 18,000 titles — representing 99% of all viewing on Netflix — and nearly 100 billion hours viewed. 

Over 60% of Netflix titles released between January and June 2023 appeared on our weekly Top 10 lists. So while this report is broader in scope, the trends reflected in it are very similar to those in the Top 10 lists, including: 

  • The strength of returning favorites like Ginny & Georgia, Alice in Borderland, The Marked Heart, Outer Banks, You, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, XO Kitty and film sequels Murder Mystery 2 and Extraction 2
  • The popularity of new series like The Night Agent, The Diplomat, Beef, The Glory, Alpha Males, FUBAR and Fake Profile, which generate huge audiences and fandoms; 
  • The size of the audience of our films across every genre including The Mother, Luther: The Fallen Sun, You People, AKA, ¡Que viva México! and Hunger
  • The enthusiasm for non-English stories, which generated 30% of all viewing; 
  • The staying power of titles on Netflix, which extends well beyond their premieres. All Quiet on the Western Front, for example, debuted in October 2022 and generated 80M hours viewed between January and June; and 
  • The demand for older, licensed titles, which generates tremendous value for our members and for rights holders.  

When reading the report it’s important to remember:

  • Success on Netflix comes in all shapes and sizes, and is not determined by hours viewed alone. We have enormously successful movies and TV shows with both lower and higher hours viewed. It’s all about whether a movie or TV show thrilled its audience — and the size of that audience relative to the economics of the title; and
  • To compare between titles it’s best to use our weekly Top 10 and Most Popular lists, which take into account run times and premiere dates. 

This is a big step forward for Netflix and our industry. We believe the viewing information in this report — combined with our weekly Top 10 and Most Popular lists — will give creators and our industry deeper insights into our audiences, and what resonates with them. 

Download the report here (https://assets.ctfassets.net/4cd45et68cgf/1HyknFM84ISQpeua6TjM7A/97a0a393098937a8f29c9d29c48dbfa8/What_We_Watched_A_Netflix_Engagement_Report_2023Jan-Jun.xlsx).

See below for the video from our call with reporters.


1  January – June 2023.

2 The report is rounded to 100,000 hours viewed.

3 In Pacific time.

Coding Style for the Workweek Warrior

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Work or play, our Monday through Friday shirt collection has your coding style locked for whatever the week may demand. Why blend in when you can stand out with these tech-tastic tees?

Monday: 1.4.1. The Real Main

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Kickstart your week in ‘The Real Main’ shirt. It’s not just a tee, it’s a statement. You’re the lead function in the code of life, and Monday is your domain. Own it, lead it, code it!

Tuesday: 1.4.2. Hello World

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Nothing says “Ready to Tackle Anything” like our ‘Hello World’ shirt. It’s a classic throwback and a modern-day mood. Embrace new challenges and debug your way to success. It’s coding nostalgia with a twist!

Wednesday: 1.4.3. Data Types

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Midweek calls for versatility, just like the varied ‘Data Types’ in your code. This shirt is for the adaptable, the dynamic, the polymorphic pros of programming. Be the wildcard in the deck of coders!

Thursday: 1.4.4. Breaking Maths Daily

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Crunch numbers and turn algorithms inside out with ‘Breaking Maths Daily’. This shirt is for the problem-solvers, the analytical minds, the heroes without capes. Be the envy of your coding crew!

Friday: 1.4.5. Back Home

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End the week on a high byte with ‘Back Home’. It’s a digital high-five for making it through the week. Perfect for coding, chilling, or anything in-between. You’ve coded hard, now it’s time to relax in style.

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It’s time to upgrade your geek wardrobe. Each day, a new shirt, a new mood, a new code to crack. These aren’t just shirts; they’re your daily drivers in the journey of code. Available in 5 colours: Black Heather, Black, Ocean Blue, Yellow, & Ash. These unisex shirts are soft and light with regular fit

So why not unlock statement apparel for all 5 days? Get the complete set today and use the promo code ‘CHANNELS10‘ to get 10% off on this collection. Mix, match and build that programming pro wardrobe from desktop to happy hour. For the hackers, coders and keyboard crusaders who want one less weekly outfit decision to make. The collection you’ve been coding for!