Nancy Stork

Happy Halloween, everyone. Since I don't have a flying Tesla or whatever, I'll have to fly myself today. Oh what the heck.

What a great conversation. Thank you @Lucifer0969

Being too smart is a problem in this world because you notice too much.

I’m constantly amazed that on X, the AI is being fed incorrect information by major accounts. If you don’t know the facts, please don’t post false information. The AI Grok is always reading along and, as a result, learns the wrong information. Everyone here has a responsibility. This information is incorrect, for example: At the Technical University of Munich, a team led by biochemist Prof. Thomas Scheibel developed a method in which spider silk proteins were produced in the lab using genetically modified bacteria (E. coli) and butterfly cell lines. In addition, the artificial spinning channel In collaboration with physicists at TUM, the team succeeded in mechanically replicating the processes occurring in the spinneret. In a tiny artificial channel (microfluidic system), the proteins were specifically induced by physical stimuli (such as changes in pH and shear forces) to link together into a solid filament. In 2010, using nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy at TUM’s Department of Chemistry, researchers deciphered how the spider keeps the proteins liquid at high concentrations without them clumping prematurely. And regarding industrial applications: The TUM spin-off “AMSilk” was founded in 2008.“Biosteel” fiber: AMSilk produced the world’s first artificial spider silk fiber on an industrial scale. This biodegradable, high-performance fiber matches natural spider silk in strength and elasticity. These are used in medical technology: biocompatible implants & sutures: Since the human body does not reject spider silk, it is ideally suited for surgical sutures, artificial heart valve coatings, and as a guide for the regeneration of severed nerve pathways. Cosmetics: Protective barriers: The silk proteins (in gel or powder form) are used in breathable skin creams and shampoos because they bind moisture and form a protective film. In addition, well-known sporting goods manufacturers have already experimented with biodegradable running shoes and lightweight, extremely tear-resistant outdoor textiles made from the Biosteel material.

Very true and a perfect summary. The question that arises is how we’ll ultimately come to terms with this. Right now, a single person is trying to take control of the world. Social media serves to make this appealing to people, to frame them, and to confront them with new values—such as the idea that, in the future, no one will have to work anymore because AI will take over everything and money will no longer be important. Then other values become important, such as influence, visibility, and status. It’s a new version of Huxley’s *Brave New World*, in which everyone surrenders to this new world without a fight—especially since no real pressure is exerted, but rather people are sold the idea that these are good things. This is different from the book *1984*, where the new world order is enforced through violence. The question is, what kind of world do we want to live in in the future, and how much influence will we still have over our own lives? We need to discuss this question now, not next year.

The most successful entrepreneurs are optimists. That's part of the job description.

“The essence of romance is uncertainty” (Oscar Wilde). But perhaps sometimes a person's life isn't about being in a romantic relationship, but about creating something greater.

I often read things like: “Oh my goodness, it’s Monday again.” Or: “I haven’t finished enjoying the weekend yet.” The real question, however, is: Why do so many people find it dreadful when the weekend ends? Shouldn’t they be looking forward to a new week and the new opportunities it brings? What’s stopping them? Some people work seven days a week simply because they enjoy it. Most people, however, work because they have to, since they’re under pressure to pay for their apartment and food and to provide for their family. But what if I had the mindset: “Finally, Monday—a new week, new possibilities.” And with that mindset, I thought about what I could do to look forward to the new week and Mondays in the future.

As always, it's very interesting to read how much the female body is the focus of attention on X—and how it's criticized or how claims are made about it—while there is so much ignorance surrounding it.

When money no longer matters—or rather, when everyone on this planet has enough money—there will be a substitute for it. After all, the value of something increases with its scarcity. It’s already clear which scarce resource will replace money. It will be the owners of the means of production—or rather, the necessary resources such as energy, mineral resources, etc.—as well as status, visibility, and influence/power. If you think this is a great thing, I recommend taking a close look at social media and the behavior of people who have already discovered these resources for themselves.

Good Morning X World. Great start in the week. 🚀❤

Europe is in turmoil because of a misguided sense of charity and flawed policies. We’ve now reached the point that so many people warned us about. A scene from *The Lord of the Rings* just came to mind. In it, Gandalf said, “Flee, you fools.” Maybe that’s the wrong approach, too, but sometimes taking a step back before moving forward again is the right way to go. What do you think?

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Despite all the enthusiasm, the flying car isn’t new. Here’s a brief history: 1917 – The first design: Glenn Curtiss’s Autoplane was the first attempt to combine a car and an airplane, but it could only make short hops and never really fly. 1937 – The first real flight: The Waterman Arrowbile took off in 1937 as the first true flying car. It was powered by a Studebaker car engine both on the ground and in the air, reached speeds of up to 177 km/h in the air, and was replicated several times. And today? PAL-V Liberty Type: The world’s first flying car / gyrocopter with street legal certification. Key specs: Seats 2 people, road speed up to 160 km/h, flight range 400–500 km. Price: approx. €299,000 (Sport version) to €499,000 (Pioneer Edition, limited to 90 units). More info directly from PAL-V Liberty. XPENG Land Aircraft Carrier (AEROHT) Type: Modular flying car (an electric car that carries an eVTOL aircraft in its trunk, which detaches in about 5 minutes at the push of a button). Key facts: Series production and deliveries are underway (mass delivery began in 2026); the company has received thousands of pre-orders. Details on the concept can be found at XPENG Flying Car. Alef Aeronautics Model A Type: Electrically powered, road-legal flying car designed for short vertical takeoffs. Price: approx. $300,000 (reservations are possible with a deposit). Tesla Roadster (with optional “Rocket” package) Type: Electric sports car prototype with cold-gas engines and a suction system, which, according to the presentation, can perform short jumps or flight maneuvers. Status: The airworthy “Rocket” variant is planned for invitation-only sales and will not be street-legal for flight; according to the manufacturer, series production is scheduled to begin in 2028 (standard reservation starting at 50,000 euros). KleinVision AirCar Type: Sports car that can transform into an aircraft. Status: Preparations are underway for small-series production in the experimental aircraft category. But let’s be honest, Tesla builds the better-looking cars, and they’ll likely set the standard technically as well.

Despite all the enthusiasm, the flying car is nothing new, and Tesla’s isn’t the latest flying car. A brief history of electric motors and cars: 1821: English physicist Michael Faraday lays the foundation for the electric motor with his experiments on electromagnetism. 1832–1839: Scottish inventor Robert Anderson builds one of the first electric carriages (non-rechargeable) in Aberdeen.1859: Frenchman Gaston Planté invents the rechargeable lead-acid battery, which makes electric mobility practically feasible for the first time. 1881: Frenchman Gustave Trouvé unveils the first three-wheeled electric car (top speed 12 km/h) at an exhibition in Paris. 1888: Andreas Flocken builds the Flocken electric car, the first four-wheeled electric passenger car in Germany Turn of the 20th century: Electric cars are extremely popular in cities like New York and Berlin because they are quiet, odorless, and ready to drive immediately without a hand crank. 1899: The race car “La Jamais Contente” becomes the first land vehicle to exceed 100 km/h—powered by electricity. 1900: About one-third to one-half of all cars in the U.S. are electric. Ferdinand Porsche also develops the first hybrid car (Lohner-Porsche / Semper Vivus) 2006: The startup Tesla unveils the Tesla Roadster and proves that electric cars can be sporty and have a long range. 2010s: Mass production begins with the Nissan Leaf, the Tesla Model S, and later the VW ID.3. Today: Almost all major automakers worldwide are committed to the transition to electric mobility, accompanied by faster charging systems and expanded charging networks But let’s be honest: Tesla builds the sexiest electric cars, right?

Do you like sex? Bo honest, what kind?

The advantage of applying it yourself is that you can apply it thickly and right where you need it. Samual Butler

In Deutschland wird ab 01.01.2027 eine Zuckersteuer erhoben. Das wird dann aber sehr teuer für Herrn Zuckerberg.

Amazing kids. Let the children pursue their dreams; just let them do it.

I get the feeling that most of the women here on X are the “pick-me-up” type. Otherwise, it’s hard to make sense of most of the content posted by female X users. In that regard, I’d definitely be in favor of having a separate section on X that serves as a kind of dating platform—something like “X-Date” or something similar. 🙃 Then we could move all those fawning comments like “Oh, you’re so great, E” and other things like that over there. That would probably improve the quality of the content on this platform and make the whole thing more organized—in terms of content, I mean. What do you guys think? 😅