Omar Yusuf
Journalist, philosopher, political theorist
Downtown Toronto, Ontario · Member since Jun 2011
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The name's Omar and I'm 21 years old. I play a level 14 Rogue in Dungeons and Dragons, I comment on contemporary politics and I study metaphysical philosophy. The movie “Invasion of the Body Snatchers†appropriately describes my life. Go watch it' the 1956 version.
Featured Ideas
Sub-Freezing Social Servers
Facebook Launched its Eco-Friendly Lapland Data Center in the ArcticEco-Friendly Data Centers — The trend of building low carbon, sustainable data centers is on the rise, presenting opportunities for companies to reduce environmental impact and cut maintenance costs.
Hard Liquor Hats
The Wiesnhelts Are the Perfect Safety Accessory for OktoberfestOktoberfest Safety Gear — Opportunity to create safety gear, beyond helmets, for the Oktoberfest and other similar events, that is both stylish and functional.
Gluttonous Gourmet Gum
The State Fair of Texas Deems Fried Bubblegum the Most Creative RecipeInnovative Food Mashups — Experimenting with unconventional food combinations can lead to unique and exciting new dishes.
Emotion-Riddled Androids
The Meka Robot Will Comfort and Care for the ElderlySocial Robotics — Developing robots that can care for, comfort and ensure the safety of humans, particularly those in need, such as elderly and sick.
Tele-Operated Torsos
Construction and Factory Work is Made Easier With the 'Slave Arms'Tele-Operated Robotics — The development of tele-operated robots like the 'Slave Arms' for industrial use can revolutionize workplace safety and efficiency.
Household 3D Holograms
HP's TopShot Printer Not Only Prints, but Scans in 3 Dimenions3D Printing Advances — The rise of TopShot printer indicates opportunities for further development in 3D printing technology, such as advancing the resolution of printed objects.
Music-Reactive Headgear
This Rave Helmet Would Make the Techno Viking Himself ProudLED Fashion — Create fashion accessories with embedded LED lights for a vibrant and interactive visual experience.
Underwater Exhibitions
Andreas Franke Encourages Deep-Sea Divers to Check Out His WorkUnderwater Art Installations — Exploring the creation of art installations that can only be experienced underwater to provide a unique artistic experience.
Children's Toy Cooking
The LEGO Head Propane Tank Introduces Whimsy to the BarbecueToy-Inspired Design — Incorporating playful elements from children's toys into adult products and design can create unique and whimsical outputs.
Culinary Conversation Classes
The French Digital Kitchen Will Teach the Saxon Tongue and CuisineLanguage Immersion Cooking — Opportunity for language schools and culinary institutes to develop immersive cooking programs that combine language learning with hands-on culinary experiences.
Barbershop Robots
The Hair Dresser Bot Helps Replace Human Caregivers for the ElderlyRobotic Caregivers — The Hair Dresser Bot is an example of a robotic caregiver that can assist with personal grooming for the elderly.
Bio-Climatic Abodes
The Casa en Rio Cedro is a Wall-Free ZoneBio-climatic Architecture — Opportunity for architects to explore wall-less designs that rely on natural elements for temperature regulation.Q&A with Omar
What is unique that's not in your bio?
By no stretch of the imagination have I led a "normal" life. From video game design to Hapkido instruction, I've done it all! Fortunately, after two decades of nomadic globe-trotting, I've found my niche: journalism. And what better way are good ideas transmitted? I submit that none exist.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
Being published in Electronic Gaming Monthly, a magazine which I read from the age of six.
How do you define cool?
Jazz. More specifically, Thelonius Monk.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
As the famous Buddhist philosopher Laozi puts it, “First you must become. Then you will know.â€
That's my round-about way of saying, participate in the trend and find out where it's going: Up or down.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
The things I learn on a daily basis. One hour on Trend Hunter leaves me with more news and information than the average university lecture.
How do you reset to be creative?
A cigarette, a coffee and some quiet.
What inspires or excites you?
Humanity, computers and how both will combine in the near future.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
We'll all upload our minds onto computers. Think of The Matrix, minus the antagonistic machines.
Author Categories
Palatial Billionaire Trucks
Elderly Assuaging Androids
Curb Revival Campaigns
Professional Play Date Services
Energy-Sucking Supercomputers
Joy-Detecting Joysticks
International Time Tellers
Green Gridiron Stadiums
Tomato-Gushing Geysers
Convenient Book-Delivery Safes
Tabletop Tablet Games
Outer-Space Attire
Life-Saving Geckos
Upper Atmosphere Airships
Sun-Powered Camping Tools
Laser-Powered Prosthetics
Nuclear Level Notifications
Tree-Tracking Chips
One-Second Morning Meals
Multi-Tablet Outlets
Eco-Friendly Moth Patches
Transportation Synergy Plans
Mid-Market Eco Cars
Calorie-Counting Apps
Substitute Super-Cities
Outer-Orbit Laser Lassoos
Upcycled Plum Containers
Household 3D Holograms
Multiple Helping Hamburgers
Hero Heritage Banners
Personal Flight Outfits
Reusable Solar Relay
Glowing Jogging Jewelry
Hovering Attack Humvees
Song-Sharing Apps
