Inventions & Breakthroughs of July 2018
Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.
1 
Artificial Intelligence Language Models
2 
Autonomous Driving Chips
3 
Blockchain Smart Identity Systems
4 
Digital Health Remote Monitoring
5 
Smart Speaker Ecosystem Expansion
6 
Electric Vehicle Mass Production (Model 3)
7 
Cloud-Based AI APIs
8 
Facial Recognition Systems
9 
Online Education Microcredentials
10 
Digital Payment Super Apps
The Sounds of
Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year
HEADLINES ON July 3, 2018
Full News Archive
- Headline: Short Sets Showcase Underrated Comics. Impact: This Netflix experiment not only unearthed hidden comedic gems but inadvertently led to a world where everyone's Aunt Karen thinks she's the next big stand-up star. Thanks, Netflix!. Fact: Did you know that the average stand-up special is about as long as the patience of a cat waiting for its next meal? Now imagine a 15-minute special and the cat's still hungry!.
- Headline: The Appeal of Caribbean Cruises. Impact: The resurgence of cruise culture led to the unexpected rise of the 'Cruise Influencer'—people who take selfies with oversized drinks and call it a lifestyle. Thanks for that, 2020!. Fact: Did you know that on a cruise, you can enjoy all-you-can-eat buffets while pretending you’re not gaining weight? It's like a magical weight loss program that only works in reverse!.
- Headline: Iowa Town Torn by ICE Raids. Impact: The ICE raid not only divided churches but also inspired the creation of a new line of hipster coffee shops, catering to both faith and secular clientele. Because nothing says 'unity' like overpriced lattes!. Fact: Did you know that this raid had the unintended consequence of the town becoming a hotspot for reality TV shows about 'Real Lives in Iowa'? Who knew drama could brew this way?.
🦸 Top 5 Comics
The Immortal Hulk #1
$75
Black Panther #1
$100
Venom #1
$200
Die #1
$95
Batman: White Knight #8
$42
🧸 Top 5 Toys
L.O.L. Surprise! Dolls
$25.00
Fingerlings
$25.00
LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Great Hall
$150.00
Pomsies
$360.00
Treasure X
$30.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
God of War
$200.00
Red Dead Redemption 2
$63.96
Marvel’s Spider-Man
$200.00
Celeste
$200.00
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
$388.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Luka Dončić 2018 Panini Prizm Silver Prizm #280
$2,000
Shohei Ohtani 2018 Topps Chrome Rookie Autograph #RA-SO
$9,500
Ronald Acuña Jr. 2018 Topps Chrome Update Rookie Card #HMT25
$1,055
Lionel Messi Panini Prizm World Cup 2018 Blue Lazer #80
$1,500
Charizard GX 2018 Pokémon Sun & Moon—Burning Shadows Secret Hyper Rare #150/147
$250