inventor

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Maybe in the boldest meta twist of all, the inventor of “Scream” wants to kill it off himself.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

This was basically the argument made by Jamie Siminoff, the founder and head inventor of Ring, as he went on an apology tour of sorts to try and mitigate the post-Super Bowl damage.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

Look Mum No Computer is a solo artist, songwriter and YouTuber, who is also described as "an inventor of unique musical machines."

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

The Dutch inventor of hit wooden construction game Kapla, which has entertained children and inspired architects for four decades, has died at the age of 80, his wife told AFP.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

Stokum, inventor of the then new and improved Red Stokum wheat, a hearty fall strain which was more resistant to insects and cold than any other wheat at the time.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx