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Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 31 Jan 23
🕹 Technology News Finance Business Technology Community
  1. The Tech Buzz China Insider subscription will resume in February with Ed and Freya creating new articles regularly.
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October 2021 Tech Buzz China Newsletter

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 09 Dec 21
🕹 Technology Business Finance Podcasts World Politics Design
  1. Join Tech Buzz China Insider community for exclusive access to discussions and livecasts with investors and operators in China tech.
  2. Learn about the inner workings of the Chinese government in economic development, including how local governments play a significant role in supporting businesses.
  3. Stay updated on significant developments in the Chinese tech industry, like the recent split of Alipay into separate apps, which was influenced by government directives.

July 2021 Tech Buzz China Newsletter

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 08 Dec 21
🕹 Technology News Podcasts Business China Social media
  1. Tech Buzz China has launched a Livecast series where they interact with China tech investors, entrepreneurs, and practitioners, providing an open platform for engaging discussions and insights.
  2. The Tech Buzz China Insider is a premium community offering in-depth analyses of China tech, catering to investors and operators interested in exclusive content not widely available in English media.
  3. Tech Buzz China has been featured in various media outlets, showcasing their expertise and insights on China tech developments, anti-monopoly enforcements, social commerce, and more.

July 2021: The Latest from Tech Buzz China

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 02 Jul 21
🕹 Technology China tech Podcasts Business Cybersecurity Social media
  1. Tech Buzz China has launched a Livecast series where viewers can join live conversations with China tech experts and ask questions, providing a unique opportunity to engage with industry insiders.
  2. The newsletter also introduces Tech Buzz China Insider, a premium community for in-depth China tech analyses, offering exclusive content not typically covered in English language media.
  3. The post highlights various media appearances of Tech Buzz China where they discuss topics like cybersecurity, social commerce in China, and tech trends, showcasing their expertise in the industry.
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June 2021: Tech Buzz China Livecasts Now Live!

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 02 Jun 21
🕹 Technology Tech news Podcasts Business China Social media
  1. Tech Buzz China has launched livecasts where you can join and ask questions to China tech investors and practitioners. It's an opportunity to be part of their conversations.
  2. They are actively promoting their premium community for serious China tech enthusiasts called Tech Buzz China Insider, providing in-depth analyses not commonly found in English.
  3. The newsletter also highlights various media appearances, showcasing their expertise and insights on China's tech landscape.

Khóa

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 19 Apr 15
🕹 Technology Security Design Business
  1. In designing home security, it's crucial for locks to allow easy escape from inside during emergencies.
  2. The primary function of a door should be to ensure safe exit for those inside, not just to prevent break-ins.
  3. When designing security systems, it's important to prioritize human usability and safety over extreme protection measures that could hinder escape during emergencies.

ước mơ làm trùm

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jul 09
🚌 Education Reading Library Non-profit Business Dreams
  1. Thinking about making the money spent on books count by turning them into valuable knowledge or joy is crucial.
  2. Consider starting a small private library to share books with others and expand it over time.
  3. Researching and following guides on how to manage, promote, and fund a library can help in establishing and growing the small library dream.

Công nghiệp open source?

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 08
🕹 Technology Open Source Business Investment Software Licensing
  1. The examples provided do not prove that 'open source can be profitable'.
  2. To demonstrate that 'open source can be profitable', success stories with customers need to be presented, not just instances of investors buying open source products.
  3. Most companies mentioned do not solely operate on open source products, often using them as marketing tools to sell their main closed-source versions.

The portal to newness is made of glass

New Things with Eric Athas • 0 implied HN points • 23 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture History Technology Business
  1. Glass has played a significant role in our relationship with new things, from the Gilded Age to the present day.
  2. Department stores and small-town shops used illuminated glass displays to attract customers during the night, similar to modern-day screens' allure.
  3. Glass has become the portal to new things, as seen in the story of Steve Jobs demanding a perfect glass screen for the first iPhone.

An arising of thoughts on copywriting, poetry, advertising, design, language and culture.

Thoughts on Writing • 0 implied HN points • 16 Jul 21
🎭️ Culture Writing Advertising Design Language Business
  1. The post explores various topics like copywriting, poetry, advertising, design, language, and culture
  2. The author invites readers to subscribe to access evolving thoughts related to business, ethics, consciousness, and reality
  3. Links are provided for readers to engage with the author on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn

Cultural Agency & Digital Technologies

The Digital Anthropologist • 0 implied HN points • 01 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Cultural Artificial Intelligence Society Business Ethics
  1. AI's success in society depends on the cultural agency it is given, determining how it is used and its ultimate impact.
  2. Cultural agency is more than just about economics; it encompasses societal values, norms, and governance.
  3. Technological adoption is shaped by culture more than capitalism, with debates about AI reflecting deeper philosophical discussions.

The Untapped Power of Menopausal Women

Notes in the Margins • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Menopause Women's Health Business Knowledge Support
  1. Women over 50 have significant purchasing power and leadership roles, making them a crucial market segment for businesses.
  2. Understanding the menopausal transition is key, as it can last for years and has various health implications that need open conversation and support.
  3. Empowering menopausal women in business involves valuing their experience, fostering supportive environments, promoting dialogue, and offering flexibility.

Here's my new podcast: How Sears Used Catalogs to Reshape America

Ruben Ugarte's Growth Needle™ • 0 implied HN points • 30 Apr 24
🎙 Podcasts History Business Culture Education Media
  1. A new podcast called Stratagems has been launched, focusing on strategies used by organizations. The first episode is about how Sears used catalogs to shape America.
  2. The series will explore different companies and their rapid growth tactics across eight episodes. It aims to dive into specific historical contexts and their impacts.
  3. The first episode lasts over two hours and highlights the early history of Sears before it became a well-known retail chain. It emphasizes the significance of mail-order catalogs in Sears' success.

Friendship aside, AI comes first

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jul 24
🕹 Technology AI Computing Innovation Business Industry
  1. Elon Musk values honest feedback from friends to improve his work. He believes that friends often know what needs to change but may hesitate to share it.
  2. Recently, Musk's business decisions have strained his friendship with Larry Ellison. A major cloud computing deal between their companies fell through.
  3. The fallout from the deal caused a drop in Oracle's stock prices, indicating the financial impact of their fractured relationship.

Indian IT Ends FY24 with Mixed ‘GenAI’ Emotions

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 28 Apr 24
🕹 Technology AI IT Business Innovation Finance
  1. Major Indian IT companies reported a lot of deals in the fourth quarter of FY24, but those deals didn't lead to expected revenue growth.
  2. Most companies didn't share specific revenue from generative AI, indicating that it hasn't significantly impacted their earnings yet.
  3. TCS and HCLTech were standout performers, with TCS sharing a $900 million AI pipeline and HCLTech securing many deals related to generative AI.

The Land of the Rising AI 🌞🇯🇵

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
🕹 Technology AI Cloud Innovation Business Partnerships
  1. OpenAI has opened its first office in Tokyo and released a special version of GPT-4 tailored for Japan. This is expected to encourage creativity and help local industries.
  2. Microsoft has invested nearly $2.9 billion in AI and cloud services in Japan. This move aims to enhance skills, research, and cybersecurity in the region.
  3. There is a growing interest and investment in AI technology in Japan, indicating a positive future for its development and integration into various sectors.

OpenAI’s Loss, Competitors Gain

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 23 Nov 23
🕹 Technology AI Innovation Business Research
  1. OpenAI is losing customers and employees to competitors like Anthropic, Google, and Salesforce. Many companies are trying to attract former OpenAI staff with enticing offers.
  2. Competitors are rolling out new updates to grab more business. Anthropic, for example, launched Claude 2.1, which has advanced features compared to OpenAI's offerings.
  3. With OpenAI facing challenges, its rivals are capitalizing on the situation to grow their customer base and improve their products.

The Trust Issue Paradox

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 04 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Data Trust Business Ethics
  1. Trust is really important for good relationships, both personal and in business. If you're afraid of getting hurt, it can make it hard to trust others.
  2. OpenAI is launching ChatGPT Business and says that user data won't be used for training their model. This claim raises questions about whether users can actually trust their words.
  3. When past experiences make you hesitant to trust, it's a problem because trust is key to a healthy ecosystem. Finding a balance between caution and trust is essential.

Generative AI for Greed

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 02 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Innovation Ethics Business Open Source
  1. Companies often focus on how to make money from new technology like Generative AI, instead of using it for good. This can lead to negative outcomes.
  2. Big tech firms like OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft are developing chatbots to increase profits, but this can limit access to information for everyone.
  3. Open-source communities that once shared data freely are now putting up paywalls, making it harder for people to access and use important resources.

The Subtle Art of Technology Enablement

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 01 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Business Innovation Deployment Analytics
  1. AI technologies have great potential for business innovation, but they need support from technology enablers like SAP and Microsoft to succeed.
  2. Many businesses, especially in India, focus mainly on getting results like faster processes and better monitoring rather than just the technology itself.
  3. Companies are looking for tech enablers that can provide specific knowledge to help them with their particular needs and challenges.

Jugaad For Jab, SUPACE, MUM & more...

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 30 May 21
🕹 Technology AI Analytics Innovation Business Insights
  1. Jugaad means finding clever solutions to problems. It's all about using creativity and resourcefulness.
  2. SUPACE stands for 'Single-Window Unified Platform for Academic Collaboration and Engagement'. It aims to streamline processes in education and research.
  3. The Analytics100 Awards recognize leaders in analytics. It's a way to honor those who make a real impact using data.

Your ✅ Monday briefing: Wishing you a happy and relaxing summer

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🕹 Technology AI Media Tools Business Ethics
  1. The Wadds Inc. newsletter is taking a summer break and will return on September 4. It's a good time to relax and enjoy the season!
  2. NME is going back to print because of the renewed interest in vinyl and retro vibes, showing that old-school media still has a place today.
  3. Gen Z prefers social media, especially Instagram, for news instead of traditional media. This marks a big shift in how younger people get their information.

The School Bell Rings! It's Time for Class!

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 01 Sep 16
🚌 Education Teaching Valuation Business Investment Online Learning
  1. Teaching is about sharing a story. The teacher believes a good class follows a narrative that evolves over time and reflects personal experiences.
  2. Valuation isn't just about calculations; it's about developing a personal investment philosophy. The course emphasizes understanding intrinsic value and how to trust your own asset assessments.
  3. The class resources are open to everyone, allowing anyone to learn from the materials and lectures. It's encouraged to take time with the content – there's no rush!

Corporate Finance 101: A Big Picture, Applied Class!

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 30 Jan 16
🚌 Education Finance Corporate Teaching Business Online
  1. Corporate finance involves three main decisions: how to invest money, how to finance that investment, and how much money to return to shareholders. These decisions shape how a business operates.
  2. The focus of this class is on applying theory to real companies, rather than just learning for the sake of learning. Students will work on actual business cases to understand financial principles.
  3. The course is available online, allowing students to learn at their own pace and still engage with the material. There are quizzes and project work, but no pressure of grades if you're taking it casually.

Class is in session...

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 07 Sep 11
🚌 Education Business Finance Investment Teaching Online Learning
  1. The class is focused on learning how to value different types of businesses using various methods, like discounted cash flow and relative valuation.
  2. You don't need to be a student at NYU to join in; anyone can watch lectures and access resources online.
  3. The instructor encourages participation and offers tools like quizzes and projects to help everyone understand business valuation better.

Executive Compensation Caps

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 05 Feb 09
💼 Business Compensation Corporate Governance Investor Relations Regulation Government Economics Legislation Business Taxation
  1. Government should not set limits on executive pay, as it can cause problems in the job market. It might lead to unexpected consequences that could worsen the situation.
  2. Companies that accept government help should allow taxpayers to have a say in executive compensation. If they rely on public funds, they must be accountable to the public.
  3. Stockholders need to take a stand to ensure that executive pay is reasonable, rather than relying on the government. Investors should push for rules that involve them in the decision-making process regarding pay.

Why speed should be your first priority

Talking to Computers: The Email • 0 implied HN points • 15 May 24
🕹 Technology Internet Business E-commerce User Experience Performance
  1. Prioritize speeding up processes to save users time. When making choices, consider what helps users get what they need faster.
  2. Saving time is beneficial for businesses, like e-commerce and streaming services, as it leads to more sales and viewings.
  3. Look at projects through the lens of speed and efficiency. Evaluate how your features help users save time and adjust priorities accordingly.

Inflation, defanged tigers, GM pulls the Cruise plug, and Tom Cotton

Alex's Personal Blog • 0 implied HN points • 11 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Media Inflation Business Technology
  1. Inflation in the U.S. has increased to 2.7% recently, which is the highest since June. There are expectations for a potential rate cut from the Federal Reserve soon, but future tariffs could complicate the inflation forecast.
  2. General Motors has decided to stop its Cruise robotaxi project after investing over $10 billion. They plan to focus on autonomous and assisted driving instead, signaling challenges in the competitive robotaxi market.
  3. Senator Tom Cotton blocked a bill aimed at protecting journalists from legal pressure to reveal sources. This move raised concerns about press freedoms and the future role of traditional media in the face of emerging platforms.

7 Steps to Creating the Perfect Agentic Workflow

domsteil • 0 implied HN points • 09 Jan 25
🕹 Technology AI Automation Software Workflows Business
  1. Start by gathering the request input, like emails or orders. This is the first step in setting up the workflow.
  2. Set up filters to decide which requests to process. This helps you manage what gets handled automatically.
  3. Follow a clear workflow process, pulling in the right context and data. This ensures the agent has what it needs to respond accurately.

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Curious futures (KGhosh) • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jan 25
🕹 Technology AI Business Science Health Education
  1. AI is advancing quickly, and most people don't really understand what it can do. This could lead to unexpected and strange changes in society.
  2. Scientific research is uncovering new risks, like dangerous mirror bacteria, which we need to be aware of as technology evolves.
  3. The impact of technology on daily life is significant, from how we trade stocks to how we manage energy crises, showing we need to adapt quickly.

Bonjour, je suis un modèle IA français!

Alex's Personal Blog • 0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
🕹 Technology AI Startups Business Economics Cybersecurity
  1. French AI companies are receiving more investment, with funding increasing by 82% over the past year. This shows that France is becoming a serious player in the AI field.
  2. The French government is investing in a new gigawatt AI data center, signaling their commitment to boosting AI capabilities.
  3. Competition between EU and US AI startups can be beneficial, as it pushes both sides to innovate and improve their technologies.

Dear Marketers Podcast - Template Library

MKT1 Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 19 Feb 25
🎙 Podcasts Marketing Resources Templates Strategy Business
  1. The podcast offers templates and resources that are only available to paid subscribers. These resources can help marketers improve their work.
  2. Listeners can access a template library that includes everything discussed in the podcast episodes. It's a great way to get practical tools for marketing.
  3. This initiative encourages marketers to subscribe for more valuable content and tools that can enhance their skills. Subscribing could be beneficial if you're serious about marketing.

Issue #7: When Prompts Go Rogue, Revenue Leaks

OSS.fund Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 01 May 25
🕹 Technology AI Security Business Enterprise Workflows
  1. Even if employees aren't writing prompts directly, they can still trigger them. These prompts can cause issues in workflows that customers see, which is a big risk.
  2. Prompt security is essential for businesses using AI. Companies need to make sure their prompts are safe to maintain trust and avoid losing customers.
  3. It's important for teams to test how their AI systems handle prompts before real users interact with them. Good testing can prevent issues from affecting the bottom line.