Inventions & Breakthroughs of July 1995
Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.
1 
JavaScript Programming Language
2 
Online Auction Platform
3 
DVD Format
4 
Streaming Media Technology
5 
Commercial GPS Navigation System
6 
Online Search Engine (AltaVista)
7 
Email Web Interface
8 
Computer Antivirus Software
9 
Medical Imaging PACS Expansion
10 
Wi-Fi Standardization (IEEE 802.11)
The Sounds of
Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year
HEADLINES ON July 7, 1995
Full News Archive
- Headline: Woman's Waking Nightmare: A Suspenseful Tale. Impact: This waking nightmare inspired a genre of psychological thrillers, which eventually led to a plethora of movies featuring unstable characters. If only those characters had access to better therapy, we might be living in a much different cinematic universe.. Fact: You know you’re in for a treat when a movie is described as both a 'waking nightmare' and 'goes nowhere.' Sounds like my last family reunion..
- Headline: Camelot Reimagined: A Colorful Revival. Impact: The color coordination of Camelot sparked an entire movement in medieval-themed parties, leading to an increase in inflatable castles and questionable cosplay choices at adult gatherings. Who knew Arthurian legend could be so... festive?. Fact: Fun fact: Camelot was originally described as gray and dreary; it was color-coordinated later to attract Instagram influencers. Progress?.
- Headline: Singles Bars And Single Half-Aliens. Impact: The concept of single half-aliens trying to reproduce could have inspired a future intergalactic dating app, where swiping left could literally mean the end of humanity. Who knew dating could have cosmic consequences?. Fact: Did you know that if you think dating is tough now, just wait until you have to consider genetic compatibility with aliens? Good luck with that!.
Wall Street Time Machine
The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1995, here's what the stored 2025 dataset estimates.
Rank #1
ORCL
Oracle
Price in 1995
$1.70
2025 dataset value
$106,067
Oracle - If you invested $1,000 in 1995, it would be worth $106,067 today (106.1x return)
Rank #3
MSFT
Microsoft
Price in 1995
$2.30
2025 dataset value
$210,621
Microsoft - If you invested $1,000 in 1995, it would be worth $210,621 today (210.6x return)
🦸 Top 5 Comics
X-Men Alpha #1
$3,000
Preacher #1
$75
Witchblade #1
$89.00
Deadpool #1
$200
Astro City #1
$50
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Beanie Babies
$20.00
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Action Figures
$150.00
Sky Dancers
$300.00
Super Soaker 50
$350.00
PlayStation
$2,000.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
Rayman
$200.00
Chrono Trigger
$350.00
Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy'S Kong Quest
$150.00
Command & Conquer
$89.10
Warcraft Ii: Tides Of Darkness
$665.52
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Rayquaza - Japanese Promo No. 242
$1,800
1995 Marvel Metal Blasters Iron Man
$500
Michael Jordan - 1995 Upper Deck Special Edition
$75,000
Magic: The Gathering - Black Lotus Reprint
$500,000
Batman Forever Hologram Chase Card
$250