The hottest Technology Substack posts right now

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"Links" Weekend Edition: Incominggggg!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 13 Nov 15
🕹 Technology Apps Digital Culture Email Web
  1. There are apps available for various aspects of relationships, including breaking up, arguments, and love advice.
  2. You can access a collection of digital culture articles in ebook form or visit individual links of interest.
  3. This newsletter provides a roundup of intriguing reads on topics like digital intimacy, missed connections, and the impact of the internet.

[in case you missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 398

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jul 21
🕹 Technology Data science Machine Learning AI Programming Data Analysis
  1. Data science projects can analyze unique datasets, like personal music streaming from Apple Music, helping us understand our listening habits better.
  2. Language affects how cultures understand color, with some languages having fewer words for colors, which is interesting for studying cultural differences.
  3. Using advanced techniques like causal inference can help businesses make better pricing decisions, improving their competitiveness in the market.

It's late and the Internet is depressing

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 22 Mar 16
🕹 Technology Social media Artificial Intelligence Online behavior
  1. DeRay McKesson's campaign for mayor in Baltimore faces challenges despite his influence in Black Lives Matter.
  2. The evolution of technology brings up questions about defining what it means to be human versus what it means to be a robot.
  3. Combining human moderation, education, and bots can be an effective strategy in dealing with internet trolls.

[in case you missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 400

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 25 Jul 21
🕹 Technology Data science Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence Software Development Data Visualization
  1. A new documentary used AI to generate Anthony Bourdain's voice, raising questions about ethics in media. It's important to think about how technology like this affects what we perceive as real.
  2. Deep learning is becoming more effective despite challenges, and understanding its success can help bridge gaps between traditional statistics and modern AI. Bigger and deeper models often yield better results, even with less data.
  3. Combining different AI models, like Transformers and convolutional neural networks, can lead to better performance in tasks like image recognition. This shows that mixing approaches can help overcome the limitations of each technology on its own.

Internet with a capital "I"

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 04 Apr 16
🕹 Technology Internet culture Online Privacy Internet History
  1. The relationship between humans and machines is evolving, as technology gains voices and personalities, raising concerns about transparency and choice.
  2. Internet memes can provide personal insight and catharsis, helping individuals navigate complex aspects of identity.
  3. Tracking the online activity of wealthy individuals' children can reveal hidden assets, a tactic some lawyers use for discovery.
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12/4 Tech Buzz China Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 07 Dec 21
🕹 Technology China tech Big Tech Algorithms Social media
  1. Newsletter schedule changes: Improved open rates on weekends led to a decision to stick to that schedule. Community suggestions were welcomed for further improvements.
  2. Investment opportunity: Accredited investors were encouraged to consider participating in the Tech Buzz China Investment Syndicate for the Hirect Series A funding round.
  3. WeChat updates: WeChat's changes allowing direct access to external links in chats and potential adjustments to e-commerce functionalities signal notable user experience enhancements.

12/4 Tech Buzz China Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 07 Dec 21
🕹 Technology China tech Tech news Big Tech Algorithms Investment
  1. Rumors suggest restrictions on VIEs for companies listing location in China, but the ban won't be complete and varies by sector.
  2. Kuaishou's revenue mostly stagnant from livestreaming, showcasing a trend of saturation in the industry.
  3. WeChat is adjusting rules to allow direct access to external links, potentially impacting user drop-off, and has begun somewhat embracing algorithms after staunch resistance.

[in case you missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 421

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 19 Dec 21
🕹 Technology Data science Machine Learning AI Development Data Visualization Research
  1. Lee Wilkinson made big contributions to how we visualize data, helping us understand graphics better.
  2. A new journal for machine learning research will use a transparent review process to improve scholarly communication.
  3. Feature engineering is still important in data science despite the rise of deep learning, showing that sometimes traditional methods still apply.

December 2021: The Latest from Tech Buzz China

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 30 Nov 21
🕹 Technology
  1. Tech Buzz China offers a special coupon code "APPRECIATION" for $10 off for joining their Insider community, which includes a forum, active Discord channel, and members-exclusive events.
  2. Tech Buzz China provides opportunities for accredited investors to invest in private companies inspired by China tech, with inquiries directed to [email protected].
  3. The Tech Buzz China newsletter covers various topics such as China Gen Z, gaming, podcasts, and 2021 China Internet Report trends, offering in-depth analysis for serious China tech enthusiasts.

Hacker News From Request to Stream

Bytewax • 0 implied HN points • 12 Oct 23
🕹 Technology Data retrieval Real-Time Processing API Integration
  1. Polling HTTP endpoints is crucial for real-time data retrieval in industries like e-commerce and finance
  2. Bytewax provides a mechanism for periodic input to efficiently poll and stream data in real-time from HTTP endpoints
  3. By leveraging Python scripts and Bytewax library, developers can build comprehensive data pipelines for real-time data processing

11/20 Tech Buzz China Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 22 Nov 21
🕹 Technology Tech news Tech Companies Chinese Tech Electric Vehicles Virtual reality
  1. Alibaba's Q3 results were disappointing with lowered revenue projections, reflecting slower growth in Chinese retail.
  2. ByteDance's financial model was detailed with insights into its revenue streams like advertising, livestreaming, e-commerce, and TikTok.
  3. SVolt, China's emerging electric battery company, is making waves with its cobalt-free battery technology and significant growth potential in the EV market.

11/4 Tech Buzz China Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 05 Nov 21
🕹 Technology Tech news Venture Capital Innovation Restructuring
  1. ByteDance restructured into 6 units, including Douyin, Dali Education, and TikTok, separating itself from TikTok.
  2. Kuaishou's reorganization showed material changes compared to ByteDance's, with a focus on resolving organizational design issues.
  3. Chinese Venture Capital trends show increased investment in healthcare, advanced manufacturing, enterprise software, and local services, with a shift in investment mix since 2014.

October 2021: The Latest from Tech Buzz China

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 02 Nov 21
🕹 Technology China tech Social Apps Ecommerce
  1. Tech Buzz China provides insightful analyses and reports on the latest trends and developments in the Chinese tech industry, offering valuable information for investors and operators.
  2. The newsletter features exclusive content like LIVE webinars and podcasts with industry experts, providing members with a unique opportunity to engage in discussions and learn from insiders.
  3. Articles from Tech Buzz China cover a range of topics including the evolution of eCommerce in China, the impact of regulatory changes on tech giants, and the dynamics of livestreaming shopping, offering a deep dive into the complexities of the Chinese tech landscape.

10/28 Tech Buzz China Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 29 Oct 21
🕹 Technology Ecommerce Social media Data Management Software Development Open Source
  1. Douyin is posing strong competition to Alibaba's Tmall in certain product categories like bags & accessories, and clothing, with high GMV
  2. Top live streamers like Austin and Viya in China generated an impressive $3Bn in GMV within a short period, highlighting the massive impact of live shopping in the market
  3. PingCAP, a $3Bn open-source database unicorn, is prominent for its TiDB product, which serves as a distributed SQL database for elastic scale and real-time analytics

The *real* future of Facebook-ordered groupthink

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 12 May 16
🕹 Technology Social media Artificial Intelligence Privacy Music Streaming
  1. The quest to design AI for flirting indicates a step towards robots capable of love, reflecting human desires.
  2. Snapchat's Evan Spiegel is secretive, but Snapchat's different path hints at a contrast with Facebook's recent issues.
  3. Online videos of police shootings can create long-lasting trauma among young black viewers, impacting their behavior.

10/21 Tech Buzz China Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 22 Oct 21
🕹 Technology AI Ecommerce Search IOT Social media
  1. ByteDance dominates the top positions in China's digital advertising platforms, indicating its significant market presence.
  2. Xi Jinping's essay on Common Prosperity emphasizes skilled manufacturing and agricultural industrialization as potential business opportunities.
  3. China is pressuring tech giants like Tencent and ByteDance to open their content to other search providers, potentially impacting user behavior and content consumption.

10/14 TBC Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 15 Oct 21
🕹 Technology E-commerce Social media Semiconductor Professional networking
  1. Taobao Deals by Alibaba is gaining popularity in China but faces interoperability challenges with WeChat.
  2. Live shopping in China appeals to lower income earners and younger demographics, with significant GMV numbers in the first half of 2021.
  3. LinkedIn shutting down its Chinese version due to challenges in social aspects and operating environment, with local platforms like Maimai offering more engagement.

Now THAT should be a crime.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 30 Jun 16
🕹 Technology Social media Emerging Tech
  1. The power tech platforms hold can be concerning - with companies like Google and Facebook potentially manipulating industries and news traffic.
  2. The digital world is reshaping various industries and behaviors, such as indie games boosting artists' incomes and beauty-rating apps providing a unique support system.
  3. Archiving our digital footprint poses a challenge for future historians due to the vast amount of data being generated and stored.

IT'S ALIVE!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jul 16
🕹 Technology VR Apps Social media Hacking Data Privacy
  1. Virtual reality may not be effectively increasing empathy for refugees as initially claimed in some cases.
  2. Musical.ly, an app popular among teens, allows users to share short clips of themselves lip-syncing to music, leading to some turning it into lucrative careers.
  3. Companies often use cute marketing tactics to appear more friendly and trustworthy, potentially influencing people to share data or use their services.

Point-To-Point Rocket Transportation

SpaceDotBiz • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Space Transportation Research Innovation Investment
  1. Point-to-point rocket travel technology is being developed and could have a significant impact on global transportation.
  2. Companies like SpaceX, Rocket Lab, and Relativity are working on reusable rockets, a key technology for point-to-point rocket travel.
  3. The Department of Air Force and Space Force are investing money into rocket cargo programs, showing a serious interest in this technology.

The Do's and Dont's of Space Startup Recruiting

SpaceDotBiz • 0 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Startups Recruiting Space Industry Diversity
  1. Space startups often face challenges in recruiting top talent due to competition for a small pool of skilled individuals.
  2. Early startups should strive for diversity in their hiring to avoid forming a homogenous team with limited perspectives.
  3. To attract and maintain diverse talent, space companies must go beyond just stating a commitment to diversity and actively support initiatives that empower underrepresented groups.

[in case you missed It] Data Science Weekly - Issue 440

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 01 May 22
🕹 Technology AI Data science Machine Learning Programming Statistics
  1. AI is getting smarter, but we need better ways to ask it questions about its decisions to understand it better.
  2. Synthetic data can help when there's not enough real data for training, allowing us to create more examples for our models.
  3. Data accessibility is really important because unlocking the data can help solve big problems and improve society as a whole.

Hey Apple! Apple’s App Store Controversies

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Jun 20
🕹 Technology App Store Policies Economics Antitrust Developers
  1. Apple's App Store policies regarding in-app purchases have sparked controversy, with Hey.com's app being halted for not offering in-app subscription purchases and wanting to avoid Apple's fees.
  2. Apple's 30 percent revenue cut from in-app purchases is seen as a form of price discrimination that could potentially lower iPhone prices by redistributing costs.
  3. Concerns have been raised about developers' fear of publicly criticizing Apple's rules, highlighting a potential issue of stifled voice that should be addressed for a healthy ecosystem.

[in case you missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 446

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 12 Jun 22
🕹 Technology Data science Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence Programming Software Development
  1. The connection between literature and AI has a long history. There are many examples of how machines have been used to create and assist in writing over the years.
  2. Jupyter Notebooks are versatile tools for data science. They can be used in surprising ways beyond just coding, mixing visualizations and markdown effectively.
  3. Understanding how to use AI responsibly is important. As AI increasingly relies on crowdworkers for data, it raises ethical questions about oversight and compliance.

[in case you missed It] Data Science Weekly - Issue 447

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jun 22
🕹 Technology AI Data science Machine Learning Natural Language Computer Vision
  1. Natural Language Processing is advancing quickly, with AI starting to mimic human-like conversation. This technology could change how we interact with machines.
  2. DeepMind is using AI for significant medical discoveries, showing real-world applications of machine learning beyond just technology.
  3. There's a debate in the AI community about the limits of scaling language models. Some believe that simply making them bigger may not solve all problems.