Archive of past GGD News content, pre-2023./experimenting. Not for public viewing.
Go Figure: Beyonce’s Homecoming Speech
Using text and speech automation tools, the data visual reveals Beyonce’s vocal patterns throughout Homecoming: The Live Album.
Go Figure: Nipsey Hussle’s Distribution of Wealth
In honor of Nipsey Hussle, this data visualization showcases his dedication to give back as both an investor, community advocate, and entrepreneur.
No More Cracked Screens: ADcase Your Smartphone
ADcase is popping. Literally, it’s a smartphone case that automatically pops out a set of winged tips to protect your phone from cracking its screen.
MTV and OneMeth Goods Team Up in Toronto
Max Sawka, Associate Creative Director of OneMeth Goods in Toronto breaks down their collaboration with MTV and a new pop-up gallery.
Saudi Arabia is Finally Letting Women Drive
In Saudi Arabia, driving as a woman is no longer a crime. This week, the kingdom officially began issuing driver’s licenses to 10 women. Prior to lifting the ban, Saudi Arabia was the only country in the world where women did not have the right to drive.
Food Delivery Drones Take Flight in China
Food delivery drones will start flying this summer thanks to Ele.me, an online meal company owned by Alibaba. After placing an order through its app, Ele.me will use a drone to fly the meal over to you in 20 minutes or less.
A Zero Waste NYC in 2030
Designing Waste: Strategies for a Zero Waste City, a new exhibit at the Center of Architecture in Manhattan reveals just how the city could stop exporting the garbage of its 8 million residents by the year 2030.
Scientists Restore Touch in Paralyzed Patient
Scientists at the California Institute of Technology have restored sensations of touch in the hand and arm of a paralyzed man. This medical breakthrough means that in the future it will be possible for paralyzed people to feel physical feedback automatically.
Mark Zuckerberg Testifies
The entire time Mark Zuckerberg testified to Congress, his company added an extra $24 billion to its market capitalization. Today alone, Facebook’s stock rose 0.8 percent according to Bloomberg data.
Yes, You Can 3D-Print a House in 24 Hours
Icon, a robotics company has teamed up with New Story, a non-profit charity to produce the world’s first 3D-printed home in just under 24 hours.