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Cult Deprogrammer Rick Alan Ross on NXIVM, QAnon, and What Makes Us Vulnerable

19 implied HN points • 02 Feb 23
  1. People can become vulnerable to cult recruitment when going through difficult times and feeling isolated.
  2. Destructive cults have characteristics like a totalitarian leader, thought reform techniques, and harming followers.
  3. The rise of cults, such as NXIVM and QAnon, can be attributed to factors like the decline of in-person communities and the influence of the internet.

Kevin Systrom: One Of These Social Platforms May Well Become The Everything App

1 HN point • 31 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Social media Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence Personalization News
  1. Social media platforms are evolving to become more similar in their AI-based content delivery.
  2. The potential for one social platform to become an 'everything app' through AI-driven personalization is a significant trend.
  3. Kevin Systrom's focus on machine learning and personalization in content curation is a key aspect of his new venture, Artifact.

Apple at a Crossroads: An Interview With M.G. Siegler

0 implied HN points • 02 Feb 23
  1. Apple is transitioning to a focus on software and services, leading to significant drama like the Epic Games feud.
  2. Apple's past successes with iPhone pose challenges in finding the next hit product, despite innovations like AirPods and Apple Watch.
  3. Apple's battle with Epic Games and its App Store policies may impact relationships with developers and users, potentially leading to significant changes in the tech ecosystem.

How Amazon Automates Work in Its Corporate Offices: A Conversation With Elaine Kwon

0 implied HN points • 02 Feb 23
  1. Automation in companies like Amazon is changing how work gets done, starting with tasks like product promotions and inventory ordering.
  2. Automation can lead to shifts in job roles but also creates opportunities for learning critical thinking and building trust, which are crucial skills for the future.
  3. As technology advances, all jobs will likely incorporate more technology, requiring humans to focus on tasks that machines cannot do, like critical thinking and building relationships.