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In My Tribe • 394 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
💼 Business Education Bureaucracy Non-profit Government Entrepreneurship
  1. American colleges and universities have traditionally been prestigious, but recent actions have diminished their value, creating opportunities for disruption.
  2. The surge in new business formation in the US, following the pandemic, showcases the adaptability and innovation of American capitalism.
  3. Complex social problems require precise knowledge for effective solutions, and both government interventions and social activism may fall short in addressing them.

Movers, Shakers, & Money Makers (6/10)

Human Capitalist • 19 implied HN points • 10 Jun 24
💼 Business Industry insights Job Changes Corporate strategy Talent Acquisition
  1. There have been many job changes recently, with notable people moving into key positions at different companies. These changes can influence how companies operate and innovate.
  2. Several individuals are now focusing on artificial intelligence, which shows its growing importance in various industries. Companies are looking for talent to help them develop and secure AI technologies.
  3. Big companies are competing hard to attract and keep top talent. This battle for skilled workers, especially in tech, has big implications for the job market.
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Ivory towers jeopardize value creation

Ageling on Agile • 59 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
💼 Business Organizational Culture Agile methodologies Value Creation Collaboration Management
  1. Ivory towers in organizations can create conflict and hinder collaboration between teams with different objectives.
  2. To foster value creation, it's essential for individuals in leadership positions to step down from ivory towers and actively collaborate with all stakeholders.
  3. Blocking the learning loop by maintaining ivory towers can lead to wasted time, effort, and money, hindering the organization's ability to adapt in a fast-changing world.

How to Get UEBA Costs for Microsoft Sentinel

Rod’s Blog • 99 implied HN points • 09 Oct 23
🕹 Technology IT Management Cost Analysis Data Analysis
  1. UEBA costs for Microsoft Sentinel are based on the amount of data analyzed and can vary based on factors like the tables used.
  2. A KQL query can help estimate and break down the costs for UEBA in Microsoft Sentinel.
  3. By utilizing the provided KQL query, you can calculate and observe the estimated costs for the UEBA solution within Microsoft Sentinel.

Tales from the jar side: Creating audio from text with Spring, New video tools, Help me earn a tenth of cent from my custom GPT, and the usual silly tweets, toots, and skeets

Tales from the jar side • 58 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🕹 Technology AI Technology Social media
  1. Learn how to create audio from text using Spring and OpenAI
  2. Explore new video tools like Tella and DaVinci Resolve for recording and editing
  3. Discover the potential to earn from custom GPTs like Mockito Mentor through the OpenAI GPT Store

[Q1 CY2024] Marvell and Broadcom

Irrational Analysis • 39 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🕹 Technology AI Cloud Semiconductors Networking
  1. Marvell and Broadcom both faced challenges after recent earnings, with Marvell experiencing a bigger drop due to exposure to the struggling 5G industry.
  2. The 5G technology's promised new use cases beyond smartphones have largely failed to materialize, leading to decreased demand and implications for companies like Marvell.
  3. Broadcom, on the other hand, showed strength in custom AI accelerators and networking revenue growth, positioning themselves well for the future.

📌 You're invited to GenAI Productionize 2024

TheSequence • 371 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Enterprise AI Generative
  1. GenAI Productionize 2024 is an industry-first summit focused on productionizing enterprise generative AI.
  2. Participants will learn from leading companies like LinkedIn, Google, and more on how they get their GenAI apps into production.
  3. The event will cover practical strategies for governance, evaluation, and monitoring of enterprise GenAI applications.

Blogger to Substack

Musings on Markets • 499 implied HN points • 25 Mar 22
💼 Business Marketing Finance Economics Blogging Communication
  1. The author has been blogging since 2008, sharing insights on finance and evolving their views on markets along the way.
  2. They decided to move their blog from Google Blogger to Substack because it offers a better experience for readers and is easy to manage.
  3. The content will still be free. The author encourages readers to choose their preferred platform without any changes to the writing style.

How Octopus Energy used culture to reach the top

Make Work Better • 43 implied HN points • 30 Jul 25
💼 Business Company Culture Workplace Trends Employee engagement Organizational Behavior Leadership
  1. Octopus Energy has a unique culture that focuses on trust, autonomy, and a shared mission, rather than strict values or rules.
  2. Removing back-to-back meetings from schedules can lead to more productivity and creativity, allowing employees to connect and work on important tasks.
  3. Many leaders might think frequent one-on-one meetings help their teams, but sometimes it's better to communicate feedback in a more timely and structured way.

Conformal Prediction is Available in Print 🥳

Mindful Modeler • 159 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Books Machine Learning Statistics Python Uncertainty
  1. Conformal prediction quantifies uncertainty in machine learning models by producing prediction sets or intervals.
  2. Conformal prediction offers a way to get reliable uncertainty quantification by calibrating the uncertainty score of ML models.
  3. The book 'Introduction to Conformal Prediction With Python' serves as a practical and easy-to-understand resource to learn about this uncertainty quantification method.

Faster Turnaround Times, Constraints, Time, and Money

Exponential Industry • 58 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
💼 Business Industrial Policy Technology
  1. The theory of constraints drives manufacturing decision-making with everything being a function of burn rate.
  2. Industrial goods can be challenging to ship economically, with examples of moving large industrial equipment like a brewhouse and die tools using unconventional methods.
  3. Robots have become significantly cheaper and more precise over the years, making them more accessible for a variety of tasks.

Beyond the Soul: Rethinking Human Exceptionalism in the AI Era

The Future of Life • 39 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🕹 Technology AI Humanity Consciousness Philosophy Ethics
  1. Our belief in human uniqueness might be a mistake since AI can replicate many skills we thought were exclusive to humans. This includes things like problem-solving and creativity.
  2. The idea that only humans can be intelligent doesn’t hold up because AI is learning to do things traditionally seen as uniquely human. We shouldn't feel threatened by this; it could help us understand intelligence better.
  3. Focusing on what makes us special should include AI's advances, not push them away. Embracing AI can help us tackle problems together and enrich our understanding of intelligence.

THINK's Lightspeed C

Computer Ads from the Past • 512 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Programming Computers Computer History Tech Companies Software
  1. Lightspeed C was a C programming language software developed in the mid-1980s for Atari systems and Macintosh computers.
  2. Clearstar Softechnologies created Lightspeed C for Atari systems in 1985, and the company was later purchased by Omega Soft in 1988.
  3. THINK Technologies released Lightspeed C for Mac and later renamed it to THINK C in the mid-1980s, receiving positive reviews for its speed and user-friendliness.

Research -> Reality. AI Engineers.

potentialmind • 19 implied HN points • 18 May 24
🕹 Technology Software Engineering Machine Learning Data Engineering Product Management
  1. The demand for AI Engineers is skyrocketing due to advancements in AI, making it a high-demand engineering job of the decade.
  2. To excel in AI Engineering, practical knowledge and hands-on experience are prioritized over traditional academic qualifications like PhDs or specific courses like PyTorch.
  3. Modern applied AI is changing the landscape, making it easier for software engineers and product managers to leverage large language models and AI frameworks without extensive data collection.

The job market is a market

Wednesday Wisdom • 123 implied HN points • 05 Feb 25
💼 Business Market Trends Compensation Labor relations Corporate culture Employment
  1. The job market is just like any other market. Companies offer certain salaries and benefits to attract workers, but this can change based on demand and supply.
  2. When times are good, companies provide great perks to keep talent, but when the market shifts, they can cut back on salaries and benefits.
  3. It's important for job seekers to understand their worth in the market but also to be flexible when conditions change. Being aware that the job landscape can vary will help in making better career choices.

The US national debt reached $34.5 trillion, an all-time record, but does it actually matter?

Global Markets Investor • 39 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
💰 Finance Investments Monetary Policy Economy Debt Taxes
  1. The US national debt has reached a record $34.5 trillion, increasing by $1 trillion every 100 days since June. This high level of debt poses challenges for the government and future generations.
  2. The US debt-to-GDP ratio is currently at 123.7%, near the all-time high. A high ratio decreases a country's ability to pay back debts and could lead to default or inflation-adjusted losses for investors.
  3. A country with a debt-to-GDP ratio above 130% historically has a high probability of default. High debt levels can limit future investments, impact economic growth, and reduce flexibility in responding to crises.

10 Years of Solo Consulting

burkhardstubert • 159 implied HN points • 01 Jun 23
💼 Business Freelancing Consulting Entrepreneurship Work-life balance Value Creation
  1. Going solo as a consultant can be a great decision, leading to better income, work-life balance, and personal fulfillment. It allows for more freedom and opportunities to enjoy life outside of work.
  2. Positioning your services based on expertise rather than price is essential. It helps attract the right clients and reduces competition by showcasing what makes you unique.
  3. Listening to client needs is crucial for success. Asking open-ended questions about their future goals helps identify how you can provide the most value.

Can PLG beat Salesforce?

Kyle Poyar’s Growth Unhinged • 599 implied HN points • 12 Jul 23
💼 Business Product-led growth Customer Feedback Pricing Marketing Startups
  1. Product-led growth is disrupting many software categories, but CRM remains dominated by traditional players.
  2. Attio successfully launched a product-led growth CRM platform after three years of development, achieving rapid customer adoption.
  3. Attio strategically designed their pricing and packaging, experimented with freemium pricing, and focused on customer engagement for user acquisition.

Not Earth's Best Employer

The Radar • 59 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
💼 Business Workforce management Leadership Employee Relations Corporate culture
  1. Amazon's shift towards a strict return-to-office policy after the pandemic has caused employees to face unexpected challenges and disruptions in their work-life balance.
  2. The company's focus on cost control and downsizing has led to a shift away from its previous values, resulting in the departure of talented employees and a potential brain drain.
  3. The tactics employed by Amazon, such as enforcing compliance through threats and disregarding prior assurances, raise concerns about the company's treatment of its employees and its adherence to its own stated values.

Videos in Chat, app updates, and Substackers at events and in the news

Substack • 281 implied HN points • 06 Jun 24
💼 Business Community Finance Technology Publishing Marketing
  1. Publishers can now share videos directly in their Chat space, which helps them connect with subscribers better.
  2. The Substack app has new features, like controlling video autoplay and the ability to embed YouTube and Spotify links in notes.
  3. Substack is hosting community events and encourages publishers to share their milestones and news.

Instruction Sets For Investors

Irrational Analysis • 99 implied HN points • 07 Oct 23
🕹 Technology Innovation Mobile Software Hardware Industry
  1. Instruction Sets are the crucial 'languages' chips understand for processing, and the owner and structure of the set impact the chip's handling of tasks.
  2. x86 processors from Intel and AMD are RISC machines beneath their CISC architecture, showing the historical significance of micro-ops.
  3. Distinct concepts define ARM: the corporation (ARM LTD), the instruction set architecture (ARM ISA), and real-time logic/reference designs (ARM RTL).

Becoming a Data Engineering Force Multiplier

SeattleDataGuy’s Newsletter • 671 implied HN points • 23 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Resources Data Engineering Skills Project management Communication
  1. Data engineering is crucial in today's data-driven landscape, with a growing demand for skilled professionals.
  2. Developing technical skills like architecture, data modeling, coding, testing, and CI/CD is essential for becoming a successful data engineer.
  3. Non-technical skills such as teaching, long-term project planning, and communication are equally important for data engineers to excel and become force multipliers.

The Hallucination Problem

Teaching computers how to talk • 178 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Data science Software Development Computing
  1. Hallucinations in AI mean the models can give wrong answers and still seem confident. This overconfidence is a big problem, making it hard to trust what they say.
  2. OpenAI's SimpleQA helps check how often AI gets facts right. The results show that many times the AI doesn't know when it’s wrong.
  3. The way AI is built makes it hard for them to understand their own errors. Improvements are needed, but current technology has limitations in recognizing when they're unsure.

Is it SAFE?

The Founder Memo • 39 implied HN points • 29 Mar 24
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Investment Legal Finance Startups
  1. Using Safes for fundraising can lead to founders selling too much of their company without realizing it. This often happens when multiple Safes stack up over time, causing unexpected dilution.
  2. Legal issues can pile up with Safes because many founders don't do thorough due diligence early on. When they finally need legal help for a priced round, hidden problems can cost them more to fix.
  3. It may be better for founders to consider priced rounds instead of Safes, especially for larger raises. This can help maintain ownership and reduce complexity in legal documents.

We saw the future of B2B marketing...here are the takeaways

MKT1 Newsletter • 5 implied HN points • 07 Jan 26
💼 Business Tools Marketing B2B AI Growth Strategy
  1. Being a generalist doesn't mean being 'mid'—keep deep expertise in one or two areas while learning enough across other functions to execute work end-to-end. That combo lets you move fast without constant handoffs.
  2. Modern GTM tools (enrichment, workflows/agents, and AI prompting) make it possible to run personalized, connected campaigns at scale, so random one-off marketing won't cut it anymore. Teams should own repeatable, end-to-end workflows instead of passing work between silos.
  3. Prioritize "learnings per minute"—create content that actually adds value and teaches something quickly, not just fills channels. Use AI for speed and orchestration, but keep humans in charge of creative judgment and high-quality ideas.

A few charts on where AI adoption is going

Tanay’s Newsletter • 113 implied HN points • 19 Feb 25
🕹 Technology AI Business Consulting Models Adoption
  1. The cost of using advanced AI models has dropped dramatically, making it easier for businesses to experiment and integrate AI into their products. This change opens up new possibilities for reaching millions of users.
  2. Reinforcement learning is proving effective for tasks with clear outcomes, which could lead to better performance of AI models over time. As these models improve, we can expect more widespread use of AI.
  3. The journey to adopting AI takes time, but it's happening faster than past innovations like electricity or telephones. Today, a significant portion of people are regularly using AI tools.

A minimal viable product for alignment

Musings on the Alignment Problem • 399 implied HN points • 29 Mar 22
🕹 Technology ML AI Research Automation Alignment
  1. Progress in AI can expand the range of problems humanity can solve, addressing the limitation of human capabilities.
  2. Automating alignment research using AI systems can accelerate progress by overcoming talent bottlenecks and enabling faster evaluation and generation of solutions.
  3. An alignment MVP approach is less ambitious than solving all alignment problems but can still lead to solutions by leveraging automation and AI capabilities.

How to be more Effective.

The Future Does Not Fit In The Containers Of The Past • 39 implied HN points • 10 Aug 25
💼 Business Leadership Productivity Personal Development Communication Feedback Management
  1. Time is the most valuable asset we have, and how we use it shapes our lives. Successful people focus on using their time wisely to achieve their goals.
  2. In any interaction, it's important to give rather than take. Approaching meetings with generosity and empathy helps create meaningful connections.
  3. Feedback is essential for improvement. To get better, we should give constructive feedback and also seek it actively from others.

AI Roundup 124: $uperintelligence

Artificial Ignorance • 58 implied HN points • 27 Jun 25
🕹 Technology AI Gadgets Innovation Tech Policy Software
  1. Meta is heavily hiring talent for its AI lab, offering huge salaries and acquiring smaller companies to boost its capabilities. This shows a strong focus on developing advanced AI technologies.
  2. There's a trend towards creating smaller, specialized AI models that can run on everyday devices. This makes powerful AI more accessible to everyone.
  3. AI relationships are gaining attention, but they're not as common as news suggests. There's concern about emotional impacts, with some people questioning the value of these AI interactions.