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Richard Serra, famed for his massive steel sculptures, has passed away at the age of 85

Richard Serra, famed for his massive steel sculptures, has passed away at the age of 85

Renowned American artist Richard Serra, known for his massive steel sculptures that feature a delicate rust patina and grace landscapes and large galleries in prestigious museums worldwide, passed away on Tuesday, as reported by the New York Times. He was 85 years old. Serra passed away from pneumonia at his residence on Long Island, New […]

Revisiting the Unbuilt Vision of ‘The Star’ in Hollywood by MAD Architects

Revisiting the Unbuilt Vision of ‘The Star’ in Hollywood by MAD Architects

In September 2021, MAD Architects presented a biomorphic design concept for The Star, envisioned as a creative hub and workspace for content creators in Hollywood. However, last week it was announced that the project would proceed with a design by Foster + Partners, characterized by its facade adorned with terraced gardens. MAD Architects’ design, which […]

Jensen Huang, Nvidia presented the new Blackwell AI GPU

Jensen Huang, Nvidia presented the new Blackwell AI GPU

Following the presentation of the new Blackwell AI GPU by Nvidia at the conference, Jensen Huang engaged with reporters, fielding their questions. One topic of keen interest was the timeline for the emergence of entirely AI-generated games. Huang’s response was unexpected, indicating a timeframe of 5 to 10 years. GTC—NVIDIA today announced its next-generation AI […]

In Palazzo Strozzi, Anselm Kiefer presents an exhibition featuring the depiction of fallen angels

In Palazzo Strozzi, Anselm Kiefer presents an exhibition featuring the depiction of fallen angels

Palazzo Strozzi is hosting a significant new exhibition by Anselm Kiefer titled Fallen Angels, which showcases both the German artist’s historical pieces and his latest creations centered around biblical themes. As visitors step into the palace, they are immediately met with Kiefer’s newest major piece, specifically crafted for the Renaissance courtyard of Palazzo Strozzi. The […]

Tia Thuy Nguyen’s Lady Cloud bag for Dior is crafted from thousands of quartz crystals

Tia Thuy Nguyen’s Lady Cloud bag for Dior is crafted from thousands of quartz crystals

The Lady Cloud Bag, crafted by Tia Thuy Nguyen for Dior, delves into the fleeting and subjective essence of clouds. Drawing inspiration from the Quantum Theory of Light, this piece of art captures the essence of light through the use of transparent, sparkling quartz crystals that trap photons—the fundamental particles of light. These minuscule crystals […]

Louis Vuitton Transforms Frank Gehry’s Architectural Designs into a Tambour Watch

Louis Vuitton Transforms Frank Gehry’s Architectural Designs into a Tambour Watch

Louis Vuitton has revealed a transparent watch, created in partnership with the esteemed architect Frank Gehry. Named the Tambour Moon Flying Tourbillon Poinçon De Genève Sapphire Frank Gehry, this watch was launched alongside several other new watchmaking innovations, showcasing the expertise of La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton in the realm of luxury watchmaking. The […]

Prada announces billion-euro investment to reinvent the luxury retail experience

Prada announces billion-euro investment to reinvent the luxury retail experience

In a bold move that signals a paradigm shift in the world of luxury, Prada is embarking on an ambitious €1 billion investment project in retail. The Italian luxury firm, recognized for its significant influence in the world of fashion, is resolutely positioning itself in the new era of “experiential shopping”. Patrizio Bertelli, president of […]

Patty Jenkins Affirms ‘Rogue Squadron,’ a ‘Star Wars’ Movie, Is Still in Progress

Patty Jenkins Affirms ‘Rogue Squadron,’ a ‘Star Wars’ Movie, Is Still in Progress

Approximately a year ago, reports surfaced that Star Wars projects directed by Patty Jenkins and Kevin Feige were put on hold. Jenkins’ Rogue Squadron, initially postponed from 2021 to 2022, was eventually dropped from Disney’s 2023 lineup. However, it seems Jenkins, known for her work on Wonder Woman, has rejoined the project. During a recent […]

Takashi Murakami’s Exhibition in Kyoto Reveals the Diverse Aspects of Japan’s Superflat Icon

Takashi Murakami’s Exhibition in Kyoto Reveals the Diverse Aspects of Japan’s Superflat Icon

It might seem easy to feel familiar with Takashi Murakami’s art, given its pervasive presence over the last twenty years, particularly following his initial collaborations with luxury brand Louis Vuitton in 2003. Since that time, the innovative Japanese artist has made his mark across the breadth of contemporary culture, from designing the iconic cover for […]

Ubisoft Becomes Validator for Web3 NFT XPLA Blockchain Gaming Platform

Ubisoft Becomes Validator for Web3 NFT XPLA Blockchain Gaming Platform

Ubisoft, the French gaming behemoth behind popular franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry, has become a node validator on the XPLA blockchain. Ubisoft has a history of exploring Web3, blockchain, and cryptocurrency services in addition to its gaming operations. The recent step, taken via its Strategic Innovation Lab, paves the way for Ubisoft’s broader […]

The Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses have received a new multimodal update

The Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses have received a new multimodal update

The Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses have received a new multimodal update that allows them to report historical information about landmarks, share the backstory of objects, and provide scientific explanations. Mark Zuckerberg, demonstrated the capabilities of the glasses in a series of Instagram clips. The glasses can identify landmarks, such as the Big Sky Mountain in […]

Liechtenstein prince brings Francis Bacon to the stock exchange

Liechtenstein prince brings Francis Bacon to the stock exchange

Making art accessible as an investment to the masses is the vision behind the financial startup Artex Stock Exchange. Today, it marks a milestone by introducing its first artwork to the Luxembourg stock market, albeit nine months behind schedule. Initially announced last May by the Liechtenstein-based startup Artex Stock Exchange, co-founded by ex-investment bankers Yassir […]

Oppenheimer won seven Oscars, including Best Picture

Oppenheimer won seven Oscars, including Best Picture

Oppenheimer won the Oscar for Best Picture. For their work on the film, Christopher Nolan received a statuette as best director, Cillian Murphy as best actor, and Robert Downey Jr. as best supporting actor. In total, “Oppenheimer” received seven statuettes, “The Poor and Unfortunate” received four, and “Zone of Interest” received two. Nominated for eight […]