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Ronin Market NFT Trading Contest Season 1 is LIVE!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 12 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
🔮 Crypto NFTs Blockchain Market Rewards Trading
  1. The Ronin Market is having an NFT Trading Contest from February 10 to March 10. Anyone with a Ronin Wallet can join and earn rewards.
  2. There are over $100,000 in total prizes available, including cash rewards and special tokens for the top traders. The competition will reward traders based on their trading volume.
  3. New features like Collection Offers simplify trading by allowing users to make offers for all NFTs in a collection, making it easier for buyers and sellers.

Why I Moved to Substack

Venture Prose • 139 implied HN points • 22 Dec 19
🕹 Technology Blogging Community Podcasts Platform
  1. Consider moving to a new platform for better community engagement, filtering systems, and writer support.
  2. Choosing a platform like Substack can lead to more regular content creation and better conversations with readers.
  3. Encourage readers to subscribe for updates without any fear of getting spammed.

The Fragility of Artificial Intelligence

The Digital Anthropologist • 19 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Energy Legal Data Society AI
  1. Artificial Intelligence is more fragile than commonly believed due to reasons like energy dependency, disconnection from society, and possible data limitations.
  2. AI's reliance on energy and the vulnerability of power grids present significant risks that could impact its operation and sustainability.
  3. The potential for legal battles around AI tool usage, limits in accessing new data, and the concept of the 'Splinternet' could contribute to AI fragility.
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Social mobility and GDP and some predictions on the possible effect of AI

Solresol • 1 HN point • 01 Jul 24
🕹 Technology Social Mobility AI Productivity Predictions GDP
  1. Social mobility is a key indicator of societal fairness, showing whether individuals can move up or down in society based on opportunities, rather than birth.
  2. Wealthier countries tend to exhibit higher social mobility, providing more opportunities across all levels of society.
  3. The increasing role of AI in the workforce may lead to significant changes in social mobility: boosting GDP and potentially causing political upheaval as elites shift.

Elaboration of the PostgreSQL sort cost model

Conserving CPU's cycles ... • 1 HN point • 01 Jul 24
🕹 Technology Software Estimation Database Optimization Development
  1. Column order matters in the PostgreSQL sort cost model, impacting execution time significantly. Choosing the optimal order of sorting columns can vastly affect computational efforts.
  2. Proposed modifications to the cost model aim to consider the number of columns in the sorting tuple and the number of duplicates, providing additional tools for query plan optimization.
  3. Adjusting the PostgreSQL optimizer's cost model involves balancing costs for various operations, taking into account factors like extended statistics, column order, and the complexity of sorting.

New unified reasoning and intuitive language model, Video Ads Foundation Models, Agent Leaderboard, 1.6B open-source expressive TTS, Mobile App development in Replit and Bolt, and more

AI Brews • 12 implied HN points • 14 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Software Tools Language processing AI Models Open Source Mobile Apps
  1. A new language model called DeepHermes-3 combines reasoning and regular responses to give better answers. It can switch between detailed thinking and simpler replies.
  2. Google's AlphaGeometry2 has improved and now performs even better than gold medalists in math competitions. This shows how powerful AI can be in solving complex problems.
  3. Replit and Bolt have launched tools for building mobile apps easily, making it simpler for developers to create iOS and Android applications directly from their platform.

Curing Cancer for Social Networks: Solving the "Signal-to-Noise Ratio" Problem

Pacheco’s Substack • 10 HN points • 23 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Social Networks Trust Human behavior User Interfaces Information Flow
  1. Understanding the importance of maintaining a high signal-to-noise ratio in social networks.
  2. Considering the limitations of human social networks, such as Dunbar's Number and information velocity.
  3. Exploring the potential for a new social network model that prioritizes individual sovereignty, limits global influence, and facilitates meaningful connections.

Are you missing the window to influence your stakeholders?

CAUSL Effect • 19 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
💼 Business Analysis Stakeholders Product Management Consulting Decision-making
  1. It's important to understand that decisions happen over time, not just at deadlines. Stay engaged with your stakeholders to make sure you can influence their choices.
  2. To avoid wasting time, identify the minimum level of analysis needed to make a good decision. Don't chase perfection when it's not necessary.
  3. Remember that being a decision maker is hard. Our job is to provide insights when they're needed, so be timely to maximize your chance of influencing the outcome.

QuantumSi Raises $50M

ASeq Newsletter • 14 implied HN points • 06 Jan 25
💼 Business Technology Funding Investment Innovation Startups
  1. QuantumSi secured an extra $50 million in funding, which highlights investor interest in their innovative technology. This money is intended to help launch their new 'chip-less' sequencing approach.
  2. The $50 million is a relatively small amount for developing a new sequencing platform, suggesting they might have already made significant progress. It's still unclear if this will be enough to compete successfully in the rapidly evolving field.
  3. Key challenges remain, such as staying ahead of competitors working on optical methods. It's uncertain if their product will be compelling enough, making the upcoming developments closely watched.

A gift guide for your internet friends

The Ask Newsletter — by Ellen Donnelly • 15 implied HN points • 18 Dec 24
💼 Business Productivity Digital Media Entrepreneurship Marketing E-commerce
  1. Consider giving gifts that support big-picture thinkers and business owners. These gifts can offer new perspectives and help them grow.
  2. Look for gifts that inspire creators, such as courses and tools that help them express their ideas and build their projects.
  3. Gift tools that assist planners and dreamers in organizing their thoughts and achieving their goals for the upcoming year.

Agentic

Gradient Ascendant • 16 implied HN points • 03 Dec 24
🕹 Technology Innovation AI Science Energy Economics
  1. Many people feel like life is getting worse even though, in many ways, it is improving globally. We're healthier and living longer, but people feel they have less control over their lives.
  2. There are two main ways to create wealth: by making something new (the 'forge') or by taking from existing resources (the 'siphon'). The siphon can lead to corruption and inequality, while the forge creates opportunities for everyone.
  3. Modern AI has the potential to help people gain more control and agency over their lives, but it can also take it away if it is used in ways that benefit only a few. It's important for designers to focus on increasing people's agency.

UX Roundup: Wealth and Happiness | Wealth and AI | ASI and Unemployment

Jakob Nielsen on UX • 13 implied HN points • 27 Jan 25
🕹 Technology AI Economics Productivity User Experience Wealth
  1. There's a strong link between wealth and happiness. Generally, richer people tend to report being happier, showing that money does matter to a degree.
  2. AI has the potential to significantly boost our living standards over the next couple of decades. Even a doubling of wealth can make a big difference in people's lives.
  3. Superintelligent AI won't make humans obsolete. History shows that when smarter workers enter the workforce, new jobs and opportunities usually arise, benefiting everyone.

Why Deep Learning is everywhere [Math Mondays]

Technology Made Simple • 19 implied HN points • 25 Oct 22
🕹 Technology Machine Learning Neural Networks Mathematics Deep Learning AI
  1. Deep Learning is a subset of Machine Learning that uses Neural Networks with many layers, introducing non-linearity in functions which is crucial for its success.
  2. Deep Networks work well because they can approximate any continuous function by combining non-linear functions, allowing them to tackle complex problems.
  3. The widespread use of Deep Learning is driven by its trendiness and efficiency, appealing to many due to its ability to provide results without extensive data analysis or training.

Fight to Repair Daily: Monday, September 12, 2022

Fight to Repair • 19 implied HN points • 13 Sep 22
🕹 Technology Electronics Repairs Copyright E-commerce Fashion
  1. The DMCA Section 1201 is facing a trial for potentially violating the 1st Amendment, as it imposes restrictions on free speech regarding digital locks and copyrighted work.
  2. iFixit outlined six key factors that influence the repairability of products, such as ease of access to batteries and overall repairability, which can impact whether a product is repairable or not.
  3. Steam Deck repair centers are now open for users to send in their devices for covered warranty repairs at no additional cost, following provided instructions and diagnostics.

The Techtopian Belief Systems of our Digital Age

The Digital Anthropologist • 19 implied HN points • 04 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Libertarianism Transhumanism Digital Culture Technological progress Ethics
  1. Belief systems in the digital age go beyond just religion and include ideologies like transhumanism and techtopianism.
  2. Transhumanism aims to enhance humanity with technology, including genetic engineering, cybernetics, computing, and brain uploading.
  3. Techtopians believe technology can solve all problems, relying on billionaires as agents of social change while overlooking the importance of culture and sociology.

Miner Weekly: Lenders own 50% of Core’s self-mining hashrate

Miner Weekly • 19 implied HN points • 24 Dec 22
🔮 Crypto Corporate Hardware and Infrastructure Feature Financial Regulation
  1. Lenders own 50% of Core's self-mining hashrate, which is significant in the cryptocurrency mining industry.
  2. Core's self-mining capacity produces an average of 50 BTC per day, showcasing its mining capabilities.
  3. Regulation news includes British Columbia pausing electricity connections for crypto mining due to high consumption and Kazakhstan tightening regulations for miners to develop the crypto industry further.

AI governance frames

The Good blog • 39 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Security Innovation Policy Military Economy
  1. AI governance can be viewed through different frames like product safety, innovation policy, and national security risk.
  2. Different approaches to AI governance include preventing competitive dynamics, addressing great power conflict, and improving consumer welfare.
  3. AI governance also encompasses considerations related to military technology, economic growth benefits, and political economy.

Predict a Mockingbird: November Week-2

The Parlour • 17 implied HN points • 11 Nov 24
💰 Finance Investment Economic Indicators Market Trends Analytics
  1. Companies can show strong or weak financial health based on key metrics like cash flow and profitability. This helps investors decide where to put their money.
  2. Insider trading activities can hint at stock movements. If insiders are buying, it might be a good sign, but heavy selling could be a warning.
  3. Using tools like search interest and news sentiment helps track how a company is viewed in the market. Positive buzz can mean good things for stock performance.

The Startup CTO's Handbook | Zach Goldberg

Dev Interrupted • 37 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Leadership Engineering AI Metrics Development
  1. The core sections of The Startup CTO's Handbook include Management Fundamentals, Technical Leadership Concepts, and Hard Technology Decisions.
  2. Conducting career history interviews when hiring can reveal a candidate's mindset and how they handle challenges.
  3. Engineering leaders can stay technically relevant by reviewing pull requests and taking courses, even when not coding regularly.

How to Succeed on Elon Musk’s Twitter

Weaponized • 42 implied HN points • 30 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Satire Ethics Social media
  1. To succeed on Elon Musk's Twitter, please The Algorithm by sharing divisive and controversial content.
  2. Engage with allies who share your views, and start fights with those who express opposing or neutral opinions.
  3. Speak for others, twist narratives, and go to extreme lengths to maximize engagement and attention.

Surveillance firm proposes "Border GPT"

All-Source Intelligence Fusion • 61 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Surveillance Privacy Concerns Data Analysis Artificial Intelligence
  1. Surveillance firm proposes 'Border GPT' for border agents to use language models on traveler data.
  2. Different panel members have varying opinions on the integration of AI and surveillance tech in border enforcement.
  3. Importance of engaging tech companies with border enforcement agencies for efficient use of resources.

Rethinking Ownership in the New Normal of AI Work

Building Rome(s) • 5 implied HN points • 11 Jul 25
🕹 Technology Collaboration AI Tools Workplace Productivity Management
  1. AI tools can help us create documents faster, but we need to rethink what ownership really means. It's not just about who writes the words, but who shapes the ideas.
  2. Using AI doesn't take away from our skills; it can actually enhance our work. Just like having editors and collaborators, AI can help us focus on the bigger picture.
  3. We should change how we evaluate work. Instead of just looking at the effort put in, we should focus on the outcomes and the impact of what we create.

Chuyện bây giờ mới kể: Made in Vietnam

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 179 implied HN points • 27 Jun 19
🕹 Technology Open Source Tech Companies Software Development Cybersecurity Operating Systems
  1. The open source culture in technology allows people to share and use creative accomplishments, contributing to the backbone of the Internet.
  2. Vietnam has programmers involved in important open-source projects, providing a valuable way to learn, share, connect, and introduce themselves to the world.
  3. Despite the popularity of Linux worldwide, schools, companies, and government agencies in Vietnam still predominantly use Windows, showing a one-way flow of technology from the world into Vietnam.

Socially Sober

Tech Ramblings • 19 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Mental health Productivity Social media Personal Development Work-life balance
  1. Using separate laptops for work and personal use helps keep things organized. It makes it easier to focus on work tasks without distractions from personal accounts.
  2. Taking a break from social media can improve mental clarity and productivity. It allows more time for activities like exercising, spending time with friends, and reading.
  3. Social media can be a waste of time and negatively impact your brain. It's important to recognize its addictive nature and consider cutting back.

Fight to Repair Daily: Friday September 9, 2022

Fight to Repair • 19 implied HN points • 09 Sep 22
🕹 Technology Ecommerce Social media Sustainability Cybersecurity Hardware
  1. iPhone 14 offers Emergency SOS service via satellite for 2 years, connecting users in emergencies when outside cell service.
  2. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration advises automakers on cybersecurity, focusing on protecting vehicle sensors and OTA updates.
  3. eBay partners with Reskinned to sell repaired and resale clothing items, promoting sustainability and affordability for conscious shoppers.

Kuroro Wilds Alpha is LIVE!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 12 implied HN points • 06 Feb 25
🔮 Crypto Gaming NFTs Tokens Community Blockchain
  1. Kuroro Wilds is now live for players to enjoy. It's a free game where you can collect creatures and fight in action-based battles.
  2. There's a chance to earn over 30 million $KURO tokens by participating in the game. You can earn rewards through missions, quests, and by referring friends.
  3. Players can explore the Kuroro Islands, complete story missions, and unlock bonuses. It's a fun way to dive into a new gaming community!

Buses Are For Commuting Not Polluting

Living Fossils • 6 implied HN points • 11 Jun 25
📖 Philosophy Adaptation Policy Politics Biology Logic
  1. Complex systems like transportation networks can create unintended effects, which means just because they cause pollution doesn't mean that's their goal.
  2. Birds and buses have functions, but we can't always tell what they were designed for based on what they do; one must look deeper to understand their true purpose.
  3. Some people might ignore logic about these systems just to attack others and blame them for negative outcomes, even when those effects were not intended.

Open-Weight alternative to GPT-4o Realtime, Athene-V2, Stripe Agent Toolkit, Qwen2.5-Coder-32B, Prompt Canvas and Promptim, Vidu-1.5, MagicQuill, OpenCoder and more

AI Brews • 17 implied HN points • 15 Nov 24
🕹 Technology Open Source Innovation Machine Learning Programming AI Development
  1. Alibaba Cloud launched a new coding model, Qwen2.5-Coder-32B, which performs as well as GPT-4o for programming tasks.
  2. Fixie AI introduced Ultravox, a real-time conversation AI that works directly from speech input without separate recognition, making it very fast.
  3. Google's Gemini model is now top-ranked for chatbots, achieving impressive performance with many user votes.

Experimenting with GUIs on the Pi Zero

Deus In Machina • 36 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Cross-platform Programming Performance
  1. Older Raspberry Pi models like the Zero W can still be utilized for GUI experiments, despite limitations in processing power and memory.
  2. Different GUI libraries have varying performance on the Raspberry Pi Zero, with FLTK demonstrating impressive speed compared to others like GTK and Qt.
  3. Tkinter in Python and Tcl with Tk provide viable options for GUI development on the Raspberry Pi Zero, offering acceptable performance levels.

Gratitude Redux

Gideon's Substack • 16 implied HN points • 29 Nov 24
📖 Philosophy Gratitude Ethics Existentialism Social justice Personal Growth
  1. Gratitude is about focusing on the good things in life, even when there are also bad things happening. It helps us see the positives without having to judge everything.
  2. Even tough experiences can teach us valuable lessons and help us grow. Feeling gratitude doesn't mean we ignore the bad; it just helps us appreciate the good that can come from it.
  3. Gratitude and justice are different but can coexist. We can be thankful for what we have while also recognizing the injustices in the world and working to make it better.

The energy cost of AI, visually explained ⚡️💧

Year 2049 • 13 implied HN points • 21 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Energy AI Trends Data Sustainability
  1. AI requires a lot of energy to function, and this is becoming a bigger concern as it grows. People are curious about why AI even uses water in its processes.
  2. There are new trends and solutions emerging to address the high energy costs associated with AI. It's important to stay informed about these developments.
  3. Understanding the impact of AI on energy consumption can help us find ways to make it more sustainable and efficient in the future. Being aware of these issues is crucial as technology advances.

AI Is Having A Moment. So Is Humanity.

The Digital Anthropologist • 19 implied HN points • 30 Jan 23
🕹 Technology Culture Humanity AI Ethics
  1. AI, specifically ChatGPT and other tools, is having a significant impact on society by revolutionizing how we understand and interact with artificial intelligence.
  2. AI is rapidly becoming intertwined with human culture, particularly in areas like art and design, impacting how we communicate and shape our world.
  3. The intersection of AI and humanity raises ethical concerns, impacts different industries like healthcare, design, and academia, and prompts important discussions on governance and the future of technology.