Inventions & Breakthroughs of November 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 November 24, 2018
Full News Archive
- Headline: The Fall of Origo: Press Freedom Eroded. Impact: Origo's downfall led to a global trend of media self-censorship, eventually resulting in a world where news is as reliable as a fortune cookie. Thanks, Viktor Orban, for teaching us that the truth is hard to digest!. Fact: Did you know that in Hungary, the phrase 'free press' is often heard in the context of a magic trick? Poof! It disappears!.
- Headline: Challenges in Phasing Out Coal Energy. Impact: The ongoing love affair with coal has paved the way for a future where climate change becomes the hottest topic, quite literally. Future generations will probably be digging up their ancestors' coal mines instead of celebrating Earth Day.. Fact: Did you know that coal is often called 'black gold'? Too bad it’s more like black mold for the planet!.
- Headline: Democratic Challenges in Southern Elections. Impact: The delicate dance of political pandering taught future politicians to juggle voter opinions like they're auditioning for a circus. Spoiler alert: They usually drop the ball.. Fact: Did you know that in the political world, 'boldly speaking' really means 'making everyone mad at once'? It’s a real skill!.
- Headline: Everything Is for Sale Now. Even Us.. Impact: The trend of commodifying ourselves has set a precedent where future generations will need to market their personality like a stock option. Forget about being genuine; it's all about the brand now!. Fact: Did you know that in the future, 'self-care' might just mean updating your LinkedIn profile? It’s all about the hustle!.
🦸 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