It's time to leave Substack 5581 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24 🕹 Technology Social media AI Streaming Hardware TikTok Consider leaving Substack due to moderation and trust issues. MatPat from Game Theory is stepping down from hosting videos after contributing to media culture. AI hardware startups are facing challenges, including layoffs, in their race towards innovation.
The digital equivalent of wearing a fake Chanel bag 3400 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24 🎭️ Culture Memes Social media Music Internet Art AI art is flooding social media for advertising or scams Social feeds prioritize visual content causing a need for mass produced images and videos Memes can drive commercial trends, like the popularity of Josh wine
The great silent majority of American basicness 3341 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24 🎭️ Culture Trends Social media Pop culture Music Internet culture The rise of the Stanley Quencher cup as a popular item is a result of savvy marketing and internet buzz Short-form videos like TikTok are influencing the way content is created and shared online The concept of monoculture in media is evolving, with Spotify playlists reflecting carefully constructed branding rather than true diversity
A new way to measure X’s current level of decay 2771 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24 🕹 Technology Social media Artificial Intelligence Gaming Podcasts Internet culture MrBeast uploaded a video to X which got significant views but wasn't exclusive to the platform. The generative AI movement seems to be creating more annoyance than improvement. A furry demonstrated using brain waves to control his avatar's ears, showcasing innovation.
How The MrBeast Undisclosed Ad Thing Works 569 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24 🕹 Technology Social media Artificial Intelligence Streaming Internet regulation Wearable Technology MrBeast's undisclosed ad situation involves pre-roll ads in MrBeast's X videos on the platform. Bluesky focuses on moderation tools to support social network trust and safety teams. AI is being used in various ways, like creating video game NPCs and generating articles.
An hour of AI “comedy” (that sucks) 609 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24 🕹 Technology AI Blockchain Internet Streaming Memes Users are finding ways to exploit TikTok's new e-commerce features for viral marketing. X is experimenting with a mid-video paywall feature that could affect user engagement. AI-generated stand-up comedy content receives negative feedback and sparks discussions on AI impact on relationships.