Corporate Drug Testing No More

Plus, the promise (and peril) of the space boom.

The Futurist uncovers unique and inspiring topics that feed your curiosity. Curated articles on technology, science, and culture delivered to your inbox. Not for you? Unsubscribe by clicking here. /inspiration SIGN LANGUAGE IN VIRTUAL REALITY ACTUALLY LOOKS KINDA AWESOME In what seems like Meta's first big win in a while, their addition of effective hand-tracking tech means a new and effective way to do virtual sign language. Also, if you were thinking about getting into the metaverse to try your hand at ASL, The Futurist offers the ultimate ASL course with over 55 hours of instruction to help you become a true expert. Futurism /health SLEEP BETTER AND STRESS LESS WITH APOLLO, THE WEARABLE THAT ACTIVELY IMPROVES YOUR HEALTH The ApolloTM wearable uses proven touch therapy to rebalance your nervous system and support your circadian rhythm. Sleep better and longer, stay calmer, find focus, and feel more energized with this groundbreaking new wearable. Get 10% off today. [Partner] BE STRESS-FREE WITH APOLLO /cosmos THE PROMISE AND PERILS OF THE NEW SPACE BOOM Despite "extraordinary" growth in the private space sector, according to the article: "The American commercial space industry has grown rapidly in recent years, and in turn prompted global interest in replicating its successes. But as the recent failure of a Blue Origin New Shepard rocket demonstrates, moving beyond the longstanding 'slow and steady' governmental approach into the Silicon Valley-inspired ethos of 'fail fast, fail forward' brings new challenges. The proliferation of commercial space activity demands better coordination and stronger oversight to minimize technical accidents and political tensions." Brookings /life PEOPLE NEED BETTER, MORE PRODUCTIVE SLEEP IN ORDER TO HEAL Did you know that more than a third of American adults don't get proper sleep almost every night according to a study from the CDC? And that was before the pandemic! Even when we get the recommended 7 hours of sleep or more per night, the quality of sleep matters as well because if it isn't a productive, deep sleep, we still won't get the full effects. Our point is, productive sleep matters because productive sleep heals the body. Proper has created daily supplements designed for your unique sleep needs because sleep is the ultimate healer. GET MORE PRODUCTIVE SLEEP WITH PROPER /exterior @raw_bnw_ /ai 'UNLEASH ALL THIS CREATIVITY': GOOGLE AI'S BREATHTAKING POTENTIAL AI has breathtaking potential to improve and enrich our lives — and comes with hugely worrisome risks of misuse, intrusion and malfeasance, if not developed and deployed responsibly … The dozen-or-so AI projects that Google Research unfurled at a Manhattan media event are in various stages of development, with goals ranging from societal improvement (such as better health diagnoses) to pure creativity and fun (text-to-image generation that can help you build a 3D image of a skirt-clad monster made of marzipan). Axios /lifehack SAY GOODBYE TO THE 3 O'CLOCK SLUMP AND HELLO TO 5 HOURS OF FOCUS ASYSTEM, creator of the famous libido gummies, is back with another product to help you get in the mood. To be productive, that is! These delicious wild berry gummies are packed with powerful nootropics like suntheanine, a pure form of L‑theanine that stimulates alpha waves in the brain to keep you alert and relaxed. Slow release microencapsulated caffeine delivers 15 mg with no crash, and lion's mane mushroom increases cognitive function while decreasing inflammation. One gummy a day is all it takes for a defense against distractions. Get a pack of 32 for only $45 at The Fascination! FOCUS UP WITH ASYSTEM /curious IS IT FINALLY TIME TO STOP DRUG TESTING WORKERS? It's becoming clear that maybe the age of the workplace drug test should come to an end. Those tests are not an accurate view of someone vying for a job they really want or need. Sadly, a lot of great people have lost out on amazing opportunities due to these very inaccuracies. So, to paraphrase John Wick, "Yeah, we're thinking it's time to stop drug testing." Inverse /posted @sophiite Want to be featured in The Futurist? Tag us on Instagram @getthefuturist for a chance to see your photo featured in an upcoming newsletter /bites Sign language is useful. Whether you know a deaf or hard of hearing person, work with them, or just want to utilize a language no one can hear, it's an amazing utility — Become an expert for only $34 today Don't just track your health, change it. The ApolloTM wearable's proven touch therapy helps you sleep, focus, recover, and stay calm — Get 10% off today You know what you need? Emergency power supply to charge and operate your electronic devices and appliances — Get it now THE FUTURIST Advertise |  Talk to Us  |  Shop |  Unsubscribe |  Our Friends @ The Fanny Pack Powered by StackCommerce 21 Market Street | Venice, CA 90291 View this email in your browser