Blast Furnaces, Metal Labyrinths, and Rusted Iron: Why We Are Fascinated by Heavy Industry
If metal is the symbol of the heavy industry, then “rust” is its other, unknown face. This article discusses the heavy industry on four levels: its relationship with the nation, the city, the people, and its subsequent decline. The comprehensive exploration of the heavy industry will show the ripples it has sent into the modern era.
Will ChatGPT become the ultimate Terminator?
The release of ChatGPT in late 2022 has led to the rise of AI in recent years, billions of dollars have been invested into AI start-ups, and all sorts of generative AI tools have emerged one after another, some people even suspect that AI has formed its own consciousness. How should we differentiate today’s AI from machine learning of the past? Would AI evolve on its own? What should an ordinary person do to understand AI?
The Dragon Gate Opens at the Appearance of Aurora: An Inquiry into the True Identity of Zhulong
According to historical documents, the “Zhulong” (Torch Dragon) could refer to the “Aurora Borealis.”
A Discussion on the Penetration of Dragon Imagery into Pop Culture
A comparison of dragons in Chinese and Western cultures, as well as the dragon images in the popular culture of different countries, explores the significance of dragons in popular culture.