The intelligence report

Uncover the latest insights and breakthroughs in longevity with The Intelligence Report — our dynamic blog that explores the fusion of health, technology, and personal growth.

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Values & Ethics

AI and Identity: Shaping Our Future Experiences

Discover how AI is shaping our future identities. Explore insights from Yuval Noah Harari, Dr. Fei-Fei Li, and Sara Walker on AI’s role as an evolutionary partner, its impact on human autonomy, and the importance of responsible, ethical AI development in health and society.

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Art, Play & Leisure

Living to 120: The Ethics, Aesthetics, and Joys of an Extended Existence

Imagine celebrating your 120th birthday. No, this isn't science fiction—it's a future that's hurtling towards us faster than a SpaceX rocket. But before we pop the champagne, let's unpack this longevity potential. 

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Art, Play & Leisure

The Endless Party: How Much Joy Are We Willing to Endure?

Joy is often seen as fleeting—a brilliant moment of light, laughter, or love that passes quickly. But what if our pursuit of longevity meant facing not a brief celebration, but an extended invitation to life’s party? What happens when the music doesn’t stop?

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Art, Play & Leisure

The Aesthetics of Aging: When 100 is the New 60

As lifespans stretch longer, it’s time to rethink our standards of beauty and aesthetics. How do we redefine aging gracefully in a world where 100 is the new 60?

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Art, Play & Leisure

Longevity and Purpose: Finding Meaning in Extended Lives

“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count, it’s the life in your years,” Abraham Lincoln famously said. But what happens when those years stretch not just into decades—but into centuries?

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Art, Play & Leisure

The Psychological Impact of an Endless Future: Life Without Struggle and the Hidden Cost of Immortality

“A life without struggle is a life without meaning,” says Dr. Paul Bloom, adding a necessary dose of realism to the immortality fantasy. He reminds us, “The good things in life only make sense relative to the bad things… If all of your experiences are positive, they cease to become positive—you need a negative.”

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Personal Identity & Purpose

The Power of Less: What I've Learned About Balance in Training

As a competitive fencer, I’m always searching for ways to elevate my performance while preserving my long-term health. I plan on fencing for a long time—not just as a sport, but as a way of life. And recently, I’ve had a powerful realization: more isn’t always better.

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Mental & Cognitive Health

The Power of Tiny Wins: How Small Habits Build a Long Life

Most people chase big wins. The overnight success. The crash diet. The miracle health fix. But real success—whether in health, wealth, or longevity—comes from something much simpler: compounding. James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, put it best: “Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement.” Tiny, consistent choices don’t look impressive in the moment, but over time, they create exponential results.

The goal is not to live forever, but to live well for as long as possible.

Nir Barzilail
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Economics of Longevity

Mental Models for Longevity Intelligence: The Munger Way

Most people think good decisions happen fast. We’re told to trust our gut, move quickly, and outpace the competition. But if we’re talking about lasting health, wealth, and mental resilience—speed isn’t the smartest metric. Longevity—of body, brain, and legacy—requires deeper thinking. That’s where Charlie Munger comes in. As one of the world’s most respected investors and thinkers, Munger didn’t win by being the fastest. He won by being right—consistently, rationally, and long-term. His approach wasn’t just an investment strategy; it was a philosophy of mental discipline and strategic foresight. It’s exactly the mindset we need to cultivate Longevity Intelligence—the ability to make choices today that benefit our future selves.

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Economics of Longevity

Mental Models: The Thinking Toolkit for Longevity Intelligence

Charlie Munger’s greatest edge wasn’t speed—it was depth. He believed that the best decisions came from thinking across multiple disciplines: economics, psychology, biology, philosophy, and more. These frameworks—what he called mental models—formed the basis of his legendary decision-making. At the heart of Longevity Intelligence is the same idea. If we want to live not just longer, but smarter and more fulfilled, we need to think in decades, not days—and that requires better tools. Here’s how Munger’s mental models apply to longevity—and how they become part of the Longevity Intelligence Toolkit.

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Social Connection & Longevity

Enhancing Human Connection through AI: Reflections from Abundance 360

At Abundance 360, Mo Gawdat inspired a vision of how AI can bridge the gap in human connections, deepening conversations and fostering empathy in ways we never thought possible.

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Social Connection & Longevity

How Empathy and Innovation Fuel Human Potential: A Vision for the Future

Empathy is the essence of humanity—it’s what drives us to connect, care, and create meaningful solutions. In a tech-driven world, combining innovation with empathy ensures that the advancements we make improve lives, not just profits.

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Values & Ethics

Finding Balance in AI Extremes: How to Navigate the Tech Tension

AI is neither a magic fix for all our problems nor a looming threat to humanity—it’s a powerful tool, and its true impact will depend on how we choose to harness it for the greater good.

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Body Wellness & Health

Are We Ready to Expand on What it Means to be Human?

As technology advances, we must ask: Are we ready to redefine humanity? Absolutely. AI, biotech, and quantum computing are reshaping life itself, enhancing health, wellbeing, and global collaboration.

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Body Wellness & Health

Future Fitness: Top Health and Exercise Trends for 2024

In 2024, trends like wearable tech, workplace health, and fitness for older adults are redefining health. From real-time insights to wellness at work, these shifts are transforming how we approach wellbeing across all ages.

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Personal Identity & Purpose

Discovering AIgai: Blending Technology and Wellbeing for Purposeful Living

AIgai is a modern take on Ikigai, merging passion and purpose with AI and technology. It helps align what you love, your skills, and global needs, using tech to enhance your talents and make a positive impact.

Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement.

James Clear, author of Atomic Habits
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Values & Ethics

AI, Longevity, and Equity: Building a Fair Future for All

Ray Kurzweil’s vision of longevity escape velocity is becoming reality, but as AI advances, who’s benefiting?