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Oracle Explores the Future of Energy at New Smithsonian FUTURES Exhibit

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

Created by Oracle in collaboration with curators, 'Future of Energy,' aims to help visitors better understand how they use energy, ways to conserve it, and their role in building a clean energy future.

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  • Created by Oracle in collaboration with curators, 'Future of Energy,' aims to help visitors better understand how they use energy, ways to conserve it, and their role in building a clean energy future.
  • "While energy is one of society's most critical resources, its future has never been more in question as we look for ways to promote a cleaner tomorrow," said Smithsonian AIB curator Ashley Molese.
  • "Small actions today can have a big impact on tomorrow, and a sustainable energy future requires eliminating carbon emissions from our global energy system," said Hillary Martin, vice president, Oracle Utilities.
  • Oracle offersintegrated suites of applicationsplus secure, autonomous infrastructure in the Oracle Cloud.For more information about Oracle (NYSE: ORCL), please visit us at oracle.com .

Smithsonian “FUTURES” To Host DC-to-Doha Holographic Portal To Leave Messages for Citizens of the Future

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Monday, November 15, 2021

is a portal that proposes a new futuristic form of communication, enabling spontaneous connection across huge distances and languages to bridge cultural differences.

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  • is a portal that proposes a new futuristic form of communication, enabling spontaneous connection across huge distances and languages to bridge cultural differences.
  • The concept is inspired by time capsules and their ability to preserve a unique moment in the present for future generations.
  • It invites you to ask yourself, What do you want to say to the future, before the portal is sealed?
  • FUTURES is a milestone first step in the long-term plan to renovate and permanently reopen this landmark space.