A look at Roger Zelazny's 'Lord of Light,' a science fiction novel blending Hindu mythology with futuristic technology, and its intriguing history, including alleged CIA interest and attempts to suppress its distribution. The article details the book's unique premise, its influence on other works, and the reasons behind the CIA's reported concerns.
LEGO has unveiled a new 'smart brick' that can detect how it's being played with and react accordingly. This brick, developed in partnership with Wired, uses a combination of sensors and AI to understand building techniques and provide feedback. It's designed to inspire creativity and learning through play, offering features like pose detection, color recognition, and shape identification. The brick is part of LEGO's ongoing efforts to integrate technology into its building system, aiming to create more interactive and educational experiences.
