Adobe launches new semaphore puzzle contest atop downtown San Jose tower

High above downtown San Jose, Adobe has launched a new semaphore puzzle contest to serve as the tech titan’s latest tricky optical telegraph that challenges people to crack its code.

The semaphore, atop Adobe’s Almaden Tower, is public artwork crafted by new-media artist Ben Rubin that challenges people to solve the mystery message in the ever-shifting patterns of the glowing wheels on the high-rise.

“The idea was brought to life in partnership with the San Jose Public Art Program whose mission it is to infuse art and innovation through the downtown area,” Adobe said in a blog post the company published Thursday. “As the Semaphore’s wheels turn slowly and come to rest, it transmits a message that is visible for miles (and online!)”

People who want to participate in the contest can visit Adobe’s website for more information.

The optical telegraph puzzle might be a tough mystery to unknot. Adobe’s previous San Jose Semaphore required about 4? years to solve, the tech company said.

It’s akin to the semaphore telegraphs of centuries past, according to Adobe.

“The Semaphore is illuminated by 24,000 LED lights and has transmitted two codes since its installation in 2006,” Adobe stated in the blog post. “Now, the third code is waiting to be solved.”

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