# Key Points from #hplusroadmap IRC Discussions

- Hash functions were discussed in relation to Greg Egan's "luminosity" mathematicians concept, suggesting potential applications for verifying the integrity of mathematical proofs and detecting modifications to data.

- OpenTimestamps was mentioned as a significant technology, though the specific implementation details weren't elaborated in the conversation.

- SpaceX's Mars colonization presentation was shared and discussed, highlighting technical specifications including a "10,500,000 kg launch mass" for the Mars mission vehicle, representing what was described as a "$100 billion plan" to make humans an interplanetary species.

- Kanzure expressed frustration about the quality of the Q&A session following Elon Musk's Mars presentation, noting that despite announcing a major interplanetary initiative, Musk had to field irrelevant questions.

- A patent (US6506148) titled "Nervous system manipulation by electromagnetic fields from monitors" was shared, suggesting interest in technologies related to human-computer interfaces or neurological manipulation.

- A business strategy critique of Cambrian Genomics was raised, suggesting they should have focused on developing bacteria to combat underarm odor before pursuing more ambitious bioengineering projects.