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Can Worldcon 2025 Revive Seattle's Sci-Fi Legacy?
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Seattle hosts Worldcon 2025 at the Seattle Convention Center, featuring a five-day program with panels, workshops, and the Hugo Awards. Headliners include Martha Wells, Donato Giancola, Bridget Landry, Alexander James Adams, and George R.R. Martin. The event addresses controversy over the use of generative AI in speaker vetting, leading to an apology and process changes. An alternative event, ConCurrent Seattle, is organized in response, rejecting generative AI in programming. The convention highlights Seattle's historical influence on science fiction and its connection to the tech industry, while aiming to foster community and innovation.
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