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Nexon EV 45 Review: Don't Buy

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 13 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Automotive Electric Vehicles Consumer Electronics Product Reviews Engineering
  1. The Nexon EV 45 has many flaws, making it hard to recommend. It's cramped and lacks good driving features, leading to a lack of confidence while driving.
  2. While the car drives smoothly and has modes for different driving styles, it has serious stability issues at high speeds and pulls to the left, which is dangerous.
  3. The digital features are lacking, with poorly located ports and unreliable tech like voice assistants. Additionally, the stereo and overall comfort can be improved significantly.

Movist Is the Best Mac HDR Player

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 09 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Software Hardware Reviews Streaming Media
  1. Movist Pro is rated as the best HDR video player for Mac, outperforming other players like IINA and VLC in tests.
  2. The testing was done using various scenes from movies, and Movist provided the most accurate color and brightness compared to its competitors.
  3. VLC and Optimus Player performed poorly, with VLC being especially noted for its lack of quality, so it's advised to uninstall it for a better viewing experience.

Why You Should Consider an EV

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 07 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Electric Vehicles Sustainability Transportation Innovation Automation
  1. EVs are really fun to drive because they can accelerate quickly and smoothly. This makes them feel exciting without the bumps and noise you get from regular cars.
  2. They offer more space inside since they don't have a big engine taking up room. Some even have extra storage in the front.
  3. Driving an EV is less tiring because they handle bumps and noise well. Long drives feel easier, and you just relax more while driving.

✅ Monday briefing: Phone hacking, teens on screen, EDI basics, downsizing ethics, AI slowdown call, AI white paper, AI tools, mouse leaves metaverse, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI Media Ethics Social media Innovation
  1. High-profile individuals are suing a newspaper over privacy violations related to phone hacking. This case highlights ongoing concerns about media ethics.
  2. Many teens prefer watching short videos on platforms like YouTube and TikTok. This shows how social media habits are changing among younger audiences.
  3. Tech companies are cutting teams that focus on AI ethics just when they are needed the most. There's a growing call for more oversight and careful handling of AI developments.
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✅ Monday briefing: Francis Ingham remembered, Socially Mobile impact report, AI ethics, AI copyright, OpenAI blackbox, TikTok ban, Microsoft Copilot, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Social media Software Tools Data Privacy
  1. Francis Ingham, a significant figure in public relations, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and influence in the industry.
  2. AI tools present risks like copyright issues and misinformation, which organizations need to consider before using them.
  3. Microsoft is enhancing its Office products with AI features, while TikTok faces bans on corporate devices due to security concerns.

✅ Monday briefing: Council papers, BBC local strikes, Fox false news, green claim, PDF AI, AI For Marketing, PR slow on AI, Twitter slow death, LinkedIn crowdsourcing, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 06 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Social media Digital marketing Public Relations Media
  1. Council-run newspapers are doing well with high circulation numbers. Some local papers have seen significant increases in readership recently.
  2. Many public relations leaders are hesitant to use AI tools, with some stating they will never adopt them. This reflects ongoing concerns about ethics and copyright in the industry.
  3. Twitter is struggling with performance and user engagement while other platforms like LinkedIn are growing. More users are moving towards platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

Introducing The Beep

The Beep • 0 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Data science Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Data Engineering Tech Trends
  1. The Beep is a newsletter about data technology and artificial intelligence. It aims to provide quality insights rather than just news and jargon.
  2. The authors plan to cover a variety of topics, including large language models and image generation, with a mix of concepts, tutorials, and best practices.
  3. Subscribers can choose between free and paid options, with paid subscribers getting full access to all content and tutorials with coding support.

Joscha Bach on Synthetic Intelligence [lightly annotated]

Engineering Ideas • 0 implied HN points • 02 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Ethics Consciousness Embodiment
  1. Sentience is the ability to make sense of the world; consciousness involves real-time self-reflexive attention.
  2. Alignment with AI may require love rather than coercion for sustainable collaboration.
  3. Building a society of minds requires balancing internal regulation, interaction, goal rationality, and cooperation.

For alignment, we should simultaneously use multiple theories of cognition and value

Engineering Ideas • 0 implied HN points • 24 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI safety Cognition Ethics Complex Systems
  1. Multiple theories of cognition and value should be used simultaneously for alignment.
  2. Focus on engineering the alignment process rather than trying to solve the alignment problem with a single theory.
  3. Having diversity in approaches across AGI labs can be more beneficial than sticking to a single alignment theory.

✅ Monday briefing: AI in PR, future skills, Coke adopts AI, PR education survey, broken news cycles, turnip for Brexit, Citizens Advice, Google misdirection, Artifact sign-up, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Media Public Relations Tools Management
  1. AI is changing public relations in big ways, and it can be both helpful and harmful. It's important to be aware of how it can create misinformation.
  2. Companies like Coca-Cola are starting to use AI for marketing, showing that businesses are becoming more tech-savvy. However, some organizations like JP Morgan are blocking AI tools for safety reasons.
  3. There is a growing need for skills like fact-checking and critical thinking. As misinformation spreads, being able to separate fact from fiction is becoming really important.

An LLM-based “exemplary actor”

Engineering Ideas • 0 implied HN points • 29 May 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Ethics Science Research Risk Analysis
  1. The exemplary actor uses a powerful LLM and narrow AI tools to generate perfectly ethical plans aligned with scientific theories.
  2. Alignment on methodological and scientific disciplines is vital for goal alignment and plan alignment.
  3. Challenges include direct LLM access risks, alien world model influences, and the need to mitigate capability handicaps from ethical alignment.

[in case you missed it] Data Science Weekly - Issue 280

Data Science Weekly Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 06 Apr 19
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Data science Machine Learning Big Data Software Development
  1. DeepMind is a big player in AI, and there's tension now that Google owns it. The question of who really controls AI is important.
  2. Warby Parker used an algorithm to help people try on glasses virtually, making shopping easier and more fun.
  3. MIT is experimenting with AI to create new types of food, showing that technology can change the way we think about flavors.

✅ Monday briefing: Waddscon on AI in PR, issues radar, Google Analytics switch, GPT3 Google docs, TikTok for text, IP overreach, British Gas fury, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
🕹 Technology AI Tools Media Trends Data Analytics
  1. Waddscon is an event focused on how AI is changing public relations and marketing. It will feature experts discussing tools and the future of work.
  2. Google Analytics will switch to GA4 soon, and users need to set it up to avoid automatic changes. It's important to take control of your data tracking.
  3. A new app called Artifact is like TikTok but for text, helping users discover and read articles based on their interests.

专题·年度回顾展望 | 2023年国家网络安全总体态势分析与趋势研判

CyberSecurityMew • 0 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Data security Artificial Intelligence Network Security Digital innovation
  1. The US is intensifying its methods to press China in the tech sector, aiming to block and hunt down Chinese tech.
  2. Foreign hackers, especially those with government backing, target China's key information infrastructure, posing a severe threat to national security.
  3. Illegal cross-border data transfers and underground data trading on the dark web are significant risks for data security.

[Zero To Python] Day 4 - Faking The Screens

Brian Knapp’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Programming Software Development Prototyping Python Coding
  1. Faking screens in software development involves creating realistic-looking interfaces without complex functionality.
  2. Starting ugly in programming means quickly putting together something intentionally messy to learn and iterate faster.
  3. Use print statements and simple design elements to fake screens in your programming projects.

✅ Monday briefing: AI threat to search, LinkedIn engagement, Twitter lists, pitch woe, management gap, shades of green, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 23 Jan 23
🕹 Technology AI Impact Social media Public Relations Corporate Governance
  1. AI is changing the search market, making Google nervous and leading to job cuts. It's a big shift that's shaking up the industry.
  2. LinkedIn is seeing more users engaging with posts since people are looking for new platforms during Twitter's downsizing. It's a great time for businesses to connect there.
  3. It's getting harder for businesses to get media coverage, with fewer pitches being answered by journalists. This makes getting attention for news harder than before.

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Kevin’s Rackhouse Ramblings • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jul 22
🕹 Technology Data AI Newsletter
  1. Kevin's newsletter 'Rackhouse Ramblings' is about musings on Data & AI from a former operator who is now an investor.
  2. The newsletter seems to be coming soon, as indicated by the 'Coming soon' message.
  3. Interested readers can subscribe to Kevin's newsletter on 'rackhouse.substack.com'.

✅ Monday briefing: Local news literacy, ITVX launch, Les Binet on evaluation, AVE status, Socially Mobile applications, AI images, AI builder, generative AI, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 12 Dec 22
🕹 Technology AI Tools Media Literacy Streaming services Digital marketing
  1. More people care about local news than international events. Local stories seem more relevant and trustworthy to the community.
  2. ITV has launched a new streaming service, ITVX, which focuses heavily on news content. This is a shift that adds more journalism jobs and provides unique video packages.
  3. AI tools are becoming easier to use, like a free add-on for Google Sheets that lets anyone create machine learning models. This opens the door for more people to work with AI without needing special skills.

China ICS/OT Security Unicorn Changyang Tech completed a new round of strategic financing

CyberSecurityMew • 0 implied HN points • 29 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Financing Tech industry
  1. Changyang Technology completed a new strategic financing round with investments from various entities, including state-owned institutions like Fujian Big Data Group and Shandong Airport Capital, indicating cross-regional industrial cooperation.
  2. The funds raised will be used to strengthen the company's business and industrial foundation, enhance partnerships, and drive development and innovation in the industry.
  3. Changyang Technology, a high-tech enterprise, focuses on industrial internet security and has a strong team with over 75% technical R&D personnel, positioning itself as a leader in the industry.

Oriental Guardians · China's Top 20 Cybersecurity Tech Going Global

CyberSecurityMew • 0 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Global Markets
  1. The cybersecurity industry in China is rapidly growing, playing a key role in information security and fending off cyber attacks.
  2. China's cybersecurity technology products are maturing, leading to more vendors exploring global markets in 2023.
  3. China's cybersecurity industry is experiencing significant growth, with strong investment and a growing pool of talent.

The Thriving of China's Cybersecurity Tech Market

CyberSecurityMew • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity
  1. A summit highlighted the thriving cybersecurity tech market in China, showcasing the importance of this industry in the country's digital transformation.
  2. Jon Xu, a founding partner of Nova Cyber Venture, emphasized the growth and opportunities present in China's cybersecurity technology market from a VC's perspective.
  3. It's essential to follow developments in the cybersecurity sector in China, as it plays a significant role in the country's technological advancement.

This Landscape Does not Exist: Generating Realistic Landscape Imagery with StyleGAN2

Jake Ward's Blog • 0 implied HN points • 29 Apr 24
🕹 Technology AI Training Results Reflections
  1. GANs like StyleGAN2 can produce highly realistic images, but training them requires significant resources like powerful GPUs and large datasets.
  2. Building a dataset for training a model like StyleGAN2 can involve sourcing high-quality imagery, using tools like GIS, and ensuring data cleanliness.
  3. Even with limited resources, it's possible to achieve reasonable performance on state-of-the-art networks by optimizing training methods and creatively working around constraints.

Why self driving cars are/aren't better than human drivers long term

Hazy Bridge • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Transportation Autonomous Vehicles Safety Future Technology
  1. Self-driving cars offer increased safety by eliminating human error on the roads.
  2. Self-driving cars can optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion through 24/7 operation.
  3. Self-driving cars enhance accessibility for individuals with limited mobility and offer productivity and convenience benefits for all passengers.

Smartbulbs and Tractors and NFTvs...Oh My! The Worst of CES

Fight to Repair • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jan 22
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Privacy Environment Agriculture
  1. The CES event showcased concerning security issues with products like John Deere's autonomous tractor, raising questions about cybersecurity and potential risks posed by vulnerabilities.
  2. Deere's response to security vulnerabilities, including launching a bug bounty program, fell short in transparency and substance, indicating a lack of significant organizational change to address the issues.
  3. Other categories for the Worst In Show at CES included privacy concerns with products like the Sengled Smart Health Monitoring Lightbulb and environmental impact with items like the Samsung NFT Aggregation Platform.

Turing's Yearning, Part 2.

Technohumanism • 0 implied HN points • 04 Aug 24
🕹 Technology Computing AI Philosophy History Mathematics
  1. Alan Turing's question, 'Can machines think?' opens up a bigger discussion about what we mean by 'machines' and 'thinking.' It's important to really define these terms before jumping to conclusions.
  2. The Turing Test, which Turing created to check if a machine can imitate a human, can be seen as unconvincing. Just because a machine can fool someone, doesn’t mean it actually thinks or understands.
  3. Turing’s paper shows his strong desire for machines to think, but it raises the question of whether digital computers are the right tools for this job. We might want to ask ourselves if they really can think at all.

How to Design Metrics With Prometheus Metric Types: the USE Method

DevCube • 0 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Metrics System Design CPU Monitoring
  1. The USE method for designing metrics focuses on Utilization, Errors, and Saturation of system resources.
  2. Implementing the USE method involves observing CPU, memory, and network metrics with tools like Prometheus and Grafana.
  3. CPU utilization can be calculated using metrics like node_cpu_seconds_total to understand how busy the CPU is.