Party? Better don’t’ invite the Neanderthals
Latest research has shown that there’s a simple reason why the Neanderthals’ power was replaced by a different species: Because their brains were not able to handle the communication skills that would have allowed them to stay on top. Our species, however, conquered the world because we’re able to communicate and socialize. Read more
Monkeys can get you out of your echo chamber
To what degree is your leadership behaviour determined by biology? A Dutch biologist offers executives the opportunity to leave their personal “echo chamber” by going to the zoo. Watching monkeys play with each other is fun but what’s the similarities between them and your colleagues? It’s the unconscious pattern of putting both groups into categories, which may have a direct impact on your leadership style. Read more
Your Wi-Fi is about to get an update: Meet Li-Fi!
Rumour has it that Apple will equip the new iPhone with “Li-Fi” capabilities: While Wi-Fi uses radio waves, Li-Fi uses the much faster visible light waves. The new tech could also play an important role in the Internet of Things, as data can be transmitted at much higher levels and even more devices, e.g. autonomous cars, can be interconnected. Plus: Because light is everywhere, you will never have bad reception again. Watch the video
