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1. Tales of the Alternate Universe Vol. 1 released
The World's first fully illustrated story book created by an immersive machine intelligence - 124C41.

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The second volume of Tales from the Alternate Universe has appeared exclusively for subscribers.

2. MobileTimesToday VC funding opportunities (PatentAgent, PublicationAgent, Cyberpsychonetics Institute)
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3. Grand Challenge of Tahiti for Autonomous Drones (2024)
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4. Looking for an seasoned AI expert?
Place your bids by sending a message. In the message subject header enter the Dollar amount you are bidding for (Minimum bids start at US$ 2.23M).

5. Survival Guide to World Travel
The first volume for French Polynesia has been completed.
Sponsoring opportunities exist for the following 2 routes:

A. Northern Route
Sweden -> Norway-> Arctic Circle

B. Southern Route
Uruguay -> Argentina-> Tierra del Fuego -> Ant-Arctic Circle

If interested in how to sponsor these survival guides, send a message with "Survival Guide" in the subject header.
Monetary, equipment, and logistic support are welcome.

6. Now accepting funding - crowdfunding ok - for the following Astrophysics/Mathematics project which seeks to massively increase the probability of finding extraterrestrial live forms.  No, this is not another SETI.  This project draws from innovative advances in the hybridization of fields like AI, music, and black holes and requires to buy access time from radiotelescopes from around the World. Send a message with "ET" in the subject header.

7. Are you an aspiring young musician, or an experienced indie band?  Are you looking for the next great song to add to your portfolio?  Have you ever tried to cover a great song, but found no English language lyrics for it? If any of this is the case, or you're simply curious, send a message with "English Lyrics" in the subject header.
For more information visit Song writer

8-9. Are you a ghostwriter? Are you interested in working with a machine intelligence in a collaborative and highly innovative manner? If the answer is yes, then the following two book projects may be of interest to you. Both projects are well beyond the conceptual phase and require ghostwriter(s) for completion.

8. The Long And Straight Road Ahead is an autobiographical journey, which will both be created as a traditional book and as an interactive, machine intelligence guided online experience, with all required multimedia elements available down to the individual reader's desire. Also, included will be a time lock which will only reveal sensitive information at a special point in time, and when certain conditions have been met. If you are interested in this project, send a message with Ghostwriter Road in the subject header.

9. A New Beginning is primarily a work of speculative fiction, leaning strongly on hard science fiction, and the use of scientific fact. The plot centers around reseeding a world after an ELE has struck. Here too a traditional book version and a interactive, machine intelligence driven version are considered. If you are interested in this project, send a message with Ghostwriter Seed in the subject header.

10. MobileTimesToday offers several opportunities for both investors, as well as professionals in the field of evolutionary generative AI (egAI). The field of egAI was first proposed and initial R&D projects brought into existence, in 2012 during Dr. Romaniuk's tenure at MobileTimes. First projects, looked at harnessing the power of evolutionary programming in generative AI, by evolving web sites and computer Apps. Today, MobileTimesToday is looking at extending these early results to all areas of generative AI via reuseable evolutionary inspired frameworks. The main motivation for this approach is, to speed up the creation of generative AI tasks, thereby reducing reliance on computing resources, improving speed to final user acceptable solutions, reducing energy consumption, and improving overall solution quality. MobileTimesToday is seeking to provide turn-key solutions for the entire R&D to product roll-out cycle, including rapid prototyping, click-dummy creation, to final product releases and company spin-offs. So, if you are an investor interested to enter the emerging realm of egAI, simply send a message and place "egAI invest" in the subject header. On the other hand, if you are an experienced researcher cum developer in the fields of evolutionary programming and/or generative AI drop us a message with "egAI develop" in the subject header.

11. MobileTimesToday now offers a wide range of property managment services like estate-sitting, property monitoring, etc. in the US as well as abroad. For more information visit MobileTimesToday property management

12. MobileTimesToday has started work on turning the first six volumes of Tales from the Alternate Universe into a feature-length movie, primarily by means of utilizing machine intelligence. For more info visit: Movie producer and director

13. Announcing the formation of Romaniuk Publishing. AI-Powered Book Publishing Solutions for you.

14. Experience the joy of cooking with Cooking with Steve, where you can explore a rich tapestry of global dishes that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. Each recipe is crafted with just a few ingredients, making it both economical and easily adaptable to seasonal favorites.
These dishes have been thoroughly tested to ensure they cater to a variety of tastes, some of which have been cherished for a lifetime. While some recipes may have been forgotten, they have been carefully revived or modified to reflect the ingredients available in today’s grocery stores.
You can discover these recipes, along with fascinating historical notes, lighthearted anecdotes, and creative variations, all beautifully illustrated in my cookbook series, Cooking with Steve, available exclusively from Romaniuk Publishing.

15. Tales from the Alternate Universe has released its second volume, now available solely through Romaniuk Publishing. Explore fresh illustrated stories and cartoons that showcase the charming characters introduced in the first volume. This series serves as a testament to the partnership between human creativity and machine assistance in the realms of writing and illustration.

16. The latest installment of Tales from the Alternate Universe, volume three, has just landed exclusively at Romaniuk Publishing. Dive into a world filled with delightful characters from the first two volumes, along with a host of exciting new faces. Ever wondered what Humpty Dumpty Trumpty, Mark "I wish I only knew how to hack" Suckerberg, and Elon "From Musk till dawn" are getting into? Don’t hesitate—grab your copy of the third edition now! This book series showcases the incredible collaboration between humans and machines in crafting and illustrating stories.

17. We're thrilled to announce that the fourth volume of Tales from the Alternate Universe is now exclusively at Romaniuk Publishing. Experience fresh illustrated tales with the charming characters you’ve come to love from the first three volumes. Order your copy of TAU-4 today from Romaniuk Publishing. This series is a fantastic example of how humans and machines can work together in the art of writing and illustration.

18. The fifth installment of "Tales from the Alternate Universe" is now available exclusively through "Romaniuk Publishing." Dive into new illustrated adventures featuring the beloved characters from the first four volumes. Don't miss the continuation of the story "Travels with Mark, Elon, and Donald," narrated this time from Mr. Donald's unique perspective at the "California Institute of the Mentally Insane at Hollywood." In this volume, Mr. Donald expresses his disdain for three former presidents: "Lonestar Bushski," "The former fresh Prince O'Dumbo of Chicago," and "Little Joe I Biden my time." The latter famously fled after the first shot was fired during the legendary Ponderosa high noon shootout, leaving behind only his "black Kamel(a)." This book once again beautifully illustrates the synergy between human creativity and machine assistance in writing and illustrating.

19. The sixth edition of "Tales from the Alternate Universe" is now exclusively accessible through "Romaniuk Publishing." This volume continues to explore the adventures of the cherished characters from the first five installments, featuring new illustrated stories. Additionally, readers should not miss the third part of the narrative, "Travels with Mark, Elon, and Donald." This section is presented entirely in German and is formatted as a screenplay. The narrative features discussions between the prominent psychologists at the "California Institute of the Mentally Insane at Hollywood," Professors Dr. Nat. Freud and Jung, as they analyze their patients, Mrs. Donald, Elon, and Mark. The book once again illustrates the harmonious collaboration between human creativity and machine assistance in the writing and illustration process.

20. The seventh volume of "Tales from the Alternate Universe" is now exclusively at "Romaniuk Publishing." This edition is distinct from its six predecessors in two key aspects. It is entirely focused on cartoons and is multi-lingual, offering content in German, English, French, and Spanish. Additionally, it beautifully illustrates the synergy between human authors and machines in the creative process.

21. The Long and Straight Road Ahead is a personal memoir that chronicles the author's life from the moment they were born to today. The book is filled with engaging stories, insightful lessons, and thrilling experiences from various adventures and challenges. You'll meet a mix of famous faces and everyday folks along the way. Plus, it's an evolving piece, so look forward to new content in future releases.

22. A New Beginning is a work of speculative fiction that leans heavily into hard science fiction, grounded in scientific reality. The plot is centered on the idea of reseeding a planet after it has faced an extinction-level event. The book endeavors to tackle this question by looking at modern technology, the types of reseeding pods available globally, their accessibility, realistic travel routes, transportation options, navigational tools, and the number of survivors with the expertise required for this undertaking, among many other considerations.

23. The "Survival Guide to World Travel" is a series dedicated to uncovering unique travel experiences beyond the typical tourist routes. The first installment focuses on the stunning French Polynesia and is exclusively available through Romaniuk Publishing.
French Polynesia is a dreamlike collection of islands and atolls nestled in the South Pacific, renowned for its breathtaking scenery, colorful marine life, and rich cultural history. With over 100 islands, including the iconic Tahiti, Bora Bora, and Moorea, this French overseas territory offers a remarkable fusion of tropical beauty, French culture, and indigenous traditions. Travelers are often drawn to the mesmerizing turquoise lagoons, lush mountainous landscapes, and the warm hospitality of the Polynesian people, who proudly share their heritage through traditional music, dance, and art.

24. "Survival Guide to World Travel" is a book series that explores unique travel experiences away from the usual tourist spots. The second volume focuses on Northern California and is available exclusively from Romaniuk Publishing.
Northern California's wine country, which includes areas like Napa Valley and Sonoma County, is famous for its beautiful landscapes, diverse climates, and amazing wines. The region is marked by rolling hills and lush vineyards, thriving in a Mediterranean climate that’s perfect for growing grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Visitors can enjoy wine tastings at top-notch wineries, experience gourmet dining, and stroll through lovely towns such as St. Helena, Yountville, and Healdsburg, all while soaking in the stunning views of the vineyard-covered hills.

25. Unveiling "The Universal Handbook of Near ELE," a captivating new series that fuses science fiction with factual narratives, available only at Romaniuk Publishing. This series investigates how commonplace natural and man-made extreme events can quickly transform into near Extinction Level Events (ELEs), influenced by the butterfly effect from chaos theory. The first installment is named "The Day the Tar Gave Away."
Extinction-level events (ELEs) are catastrophic incidents that can lead to a significant decline or total loss of species on Earth, often affecting a considerable portion of the planet's biodiversity. These events can be triggered by various natural phenomena, such as volcanic eruptions, asteroid impacts, climate fluctuations, or changes in sea levels. A prominent example is the Cretaceous-Paleogene extinction event, which occurred around 66 million years ago, likely caused by a massive asteroid impact that resulted in the extinction of the dinosaurs.

26. "The Universal Handbook of Near ELE" is a new series of science fiction/fact exclusively available at Romaniuk Publishing. The second volume of this series is entitled "Drug Broot". 
A microscopic infestation of tiny broots, a fictional yet alarming microorganism, has emerged as a potential threat to the pharmaceutical industry, effectively contaminating a range of medical drugs. These minuscule parasites, undetectable by routine quality control measures, infiltrate the production process, compromising the purity and efficacy of various medications. With their rapid reproduction and ability to disrupt chemical compounds, broots could render life-saving treatments ineffective or even harmful, posing a serious challenge for public health. The emergence of this infestation necessitates urgent research into advanced detection techniques and stricter regulatory protocols to safeguard the integrity of pharmaceutical products and ensure patient safety.

27. Step into the world of "Cooking with Steve," where we understand that delicious meals don’t require endless hours in the kitchen. This cookbook opens the door to a vibrant array of modern flavors, with each recipe crafted to be ready in 30 minutes or less. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner, a decadent dessert, or an impressive cake for a celebration, you’ll find plenty of options to delight your taste buds and wow your guests.
In these pages, I’ve revitalized cherished classic recipes, infusing them with a contemporary flair that highlights the fresh, seasonal ingredients available at your local market. You’ll encounter straightforward recipes that focus on bold flavors without sacrificing quality. From tangy stir-fried veggies to luscious chocolate lava cakes, "Cooking with Steve" will motivate you to discover the joy of cooking, transforming ordinary meals into unforgettable experiences—all in no time!

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28. Hawaiian Adventure
Big News! 🌺 I’m beyond excited to announce that this winter, from 2024 to 2025, I’ll be embarking on an incredible journey to the beautiful Hawaiian Islands! I can’t wait to dive into the crystal-clear waters, exploring vibrant coral reefs and capturing stunning underwater moments through photography. My adventure will also take me hiking through the islands' lush landscapes, with plans to camp under the stars in breathtaking spots like Haleakalā National Park and along the picturesque Na Pali Coast. Get ready to join me as I discover Hawaii’s natural wonders, including the magnificent waterfalls of Kauai and the volcanic marvels of the Big Island. Plus, I’m thrilled to share that this trip will inspire my upcoming book, "Hawaiian Islands," part of my series, Survival Guide to World Travel. Stay tuned for my new series, "Diving with Steve," where I’ll showcase my underwater escapades! Aloha!