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Taiwan AI Conference Slides, Nvidia Fraud Hoax, Huawei, ARM IPO, and Intel

Mule’s Musings • 263 implied HN points • 06 Sep 23
🕹 Technology AI Semiconductors Crypto Internet Conspiracy Theories
  1. The Taiwan AI conference had great slides and discussions on AI content and technology.
  2. There is a debunking of the 'Nvidia is a fraud' narrative, explaining reasons for recent actions by Nvidia.
  3. The complexity of internet-scale events can lead to conspiracy theories as people try to make sense of things beyond their understanding.

The chroniclers of the crypto collapse

The Future, Now and Then • 175 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23
💰 Finance Crypto Books Journalism Scandal Investigation
  1. Authors faced with unexpected events can choose to adjust their approach or stay true to their original vision.
  2. Different writers responded differently to the changing fortunes in the blockchain world, resulting in varied books.
  3. Michael Lewis' book about the crypto collapse did not adapt to the unfolding events and may eventually be forgotten.

#90

The Nibble • 4 implied HN points • 23 Dec 24
🕹 Technology AI Software Hardware Crypto Open Source
  1. Nvidia has released an affordable AI supercomputer called Jetson Orin Nano for $249, making it accessible for hobbyists and students. This is seen as a big step forward in generative AI technology.
  2. Google and OpenAI are actively launching new features and products, showcasing their ongoing commitment to innovation in the tech space. This includes advancements in AI tools that make coding easier for everyone.
  3. The Pudgy Penguins community has launched a new ecosystem token called $PENGU, continuing their engagement and growth in the crypto space. However, there was a small issue with privacy during the launch.
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#92

The Nibble • 2 implied HN points • 07 Jan 25
🕹 Technology AI Crypto Web Development Market Trends Software Engineering
  1. Blinkit is launching an ambulance service in India that includes essential medical equipment and trained staff. This can really help improve emergency response for a lot of people.
  2. Nvidia introduced new chips at CES 2025, creating excitement about advancements in consumer tech. Their new offerings could greatly enhance gaming and other applications.
  3. China is tightening regulations on crypto transactions, aiming to track them closely. This shows their ongoing concern about cryptocurrencies despite being a significant holder of Bitcoin.

Creativity Is An Underrated Performance Booster

The Modern World Builder ✧Tips For Collective Lorecraft • 78 implied HN points • 25 Jun 23
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Creativity Innovation Productivity Crypto
  1. Creativity leads to innovation, which creates value and helps you stand out in your field.
  2. In competitive environments like twitter or in entrepreneurship, trying to outdo others with productivity alone may not work. Being creative sets you apart.
  3. In industries like crypto and entrepreneurship, where problems are novel and solutions need imagination, developing creative skills is more valuable than just being productive.

Confidential AI: The Dog That Didn't Bark In The Night

State of the Future • 29 implied HN points • 05 Nov 24
🕹 Technology AI Data Privacy Machine Learning Crypto Infrastructure
  1. We need to prioritize data privacy as AI gets more personal. New technologies could help us protect our information while still allowing AI to learn.
  2. Building fair and unbiased AI models is crucial, as biased models can worsen social inequalities. We have tools to help create better AI that considers everyone fairly.
  3. There's a big opportunity to use decentralized systems for AI training and inference. This could make AI more accessible and less dependent on a few large companies.

In Search of Hardness

Breaking Smart • 90 implied HN points • 16 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Protocols Crypto AI AI safety
  1. A new program called Summer of Protocols has produced a wealth of research output focused on the study of protocols and hardness in technology and the world at large.
  2. The Protocol Kit from the Summer of Protocols is a free publication containing essays, artwork, and tools to spark interest and discussion around protocols.
  3. Thinking in terms of 'hardness' and 'protocols' can be a powerful approach for various fields, from technology to party planning, providing a new perspective on problem-solving and creativity.

Issue #136: Affirm Arrives In The UK, Block Ramps Up Afterpay, And Coinbase Partners With Visa

Fintech Radar • 6 implied HN points • 13 Nov 24
💰 Finance Fintech Investments Payments Crypto Banking
  1. Affirm is now in the UK, partnering with Amazon to offer buy now, pay later options. This move puts them up against established competitors like Klarna and Afterpay.
  2. Block is enhancing its Cash App by integrating Afterpay, making it easier for users to manage payments. This could help Block maximize the value of its Afterpay acquisition.
  3. Coinbase teamed up with Visa for real-time deposits, allowing quick transfers into user accounts. This partnership is a significant step for improving the user experience in crypto trading.

Structure Matters

Confronting the Future • 58 implied HN points • 05 May 23
💰 Finance Regulation Marketplaces Crypto Auditing
  1. Proposed framework for crypto regulation in New York is normal and reasonable in line with traditional finance standards.
  2. Exchanges in the crypto space are structured in a highly centralized manner, which is concerning to regulators.
  3. NY state's bill includes provisions for mandatory auditing, know-your-customer rules, and investor protections, aligning with typical financial practices.

What Crypto Can Teach Us About A.I. Hype

The Digital Anthropologist • 39 implied HN points • 20 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Crypto Artificial Intelligence Industry Privacy Ethics
  1. The cryptocurrency industry's hype turned out to be largely a pyramid scheme, showing lessons to be learned for the Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) hype.
  2. Over-hyping A.I. can lead to disillusionment and hinder real progress, similar to what happened with crypto hype.
  3. To navigate the A.I. landscape better, companies should focus on tangible benefits, avoid over-promising, and incorporate human-centered approaches like Microsoft and Apple.

Building Psychological Attachment — Not Just Ownership — Into Web3

Li's Newsletter • 136 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Crypto Blockchain User engagement
  1. User interest in crypto projects is often short-lived and transactional, not fostering psychological ownership.
  2. Psychological ownership is important in changing behavior, increasing loyalty, and fostering contribution in digital products.
  3. Builders in crypto can enhance user retention and engagement by creating a stronger sense of psychological ownership through factors like investment, control, knowledge, and self-congruity.

📥 On Learning, Growth and Earning: A Roundup of My Favourite Newsletters.

Day One • 119 implied HN points • 16 Jul 22
🕹 Technology Newsletters Tech Crypto Entrepreneurship NFTs
  1. Newspapers have a long history dating back to Venice in 1599, with printed newspapers circulating by 1609, mostly censored by governments.
  2. The Internet and social media have revolutionized publishing, making it easier for anyone to become a publisher and share diverse knowledge globally.
  3. Quality over quantity is essential in newsletters, focusing on valuable content and curating information from various sources.

#89

The Nibble • 2 implied HN points • 16 Dec 24
🕹 Technology AI Quantum Computing Crypto Web Development Virtual reality
  1. Google's new quantum chip, Willow, can perform complex calculations much faster than current supercomputers, which could improve AGI development.
  2. OpenAI and Google are actively releasing new AI models, indicating a competitive environment in AI technology.
  3. The emergence of new financial tools and regulations around crypto, like no capital gains tax countries and new crypto cards, suggests the growing mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrencies.

How Web3 Solves The Discoverability Dilemma For On-Chain Creators

The Modern World Builder ✧Tips For Collective Lorecraft • 39 implied HN points • 11 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Web3 Creators Crypto Interoperability Social media
  1. Creators struggle with the balance of ownership and distribution on traditional platforms.
  2. Interface leverages Web3 interoperability to streamline discoverability for on-chain creators.
  3. Interface offers a seamless onboarding experience by aggregating on-chain content from various platforms.

How I made Quickview, my AI-based Crypto Newsletter

Implementing • 19 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Crypto Database Automation
  1. Quickview is a newsletter created to share AI-based summaries of YouTube videos from crypto creators, helping subscribers stay informed and connected with the crypto community.
  2. Database modeling for this project involves tables for videos, creators, categories, languages, summaries, and newsletters on Substack, creating a structured system.
  3. Automation in the process includes collecting YouTube videos, generating summaries with ChatGPT, and publishing a new post daily using scheduled tasks and Heroku, optimizing efficiency.

The power of patterns

Sunday Letters • 119 implied HN points • 07 Feb 22
🕹 Technology Innovation Business Models Crypto Web Development Digital Trends
  1. Technology keeps changing, and it can be tough to keep up. It's common for people to use past experiences to help make sense of new tech.
  2. In the early days of the internet, companies tried to fit new ideas into old models, but they often missed the bigger picture. Real value comes from new solutions, not just familiar concepts.
  3. When exploring new ideas, like crypto, it's important to look for real problems being solved, not just familiar patterns. Focus on what new capabilities these innovations bring.

The Proto-App Thesis

Three quarks • 41 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Apps Protocols Web Crypto AI
  1. The future of apps might be leaning towards protocols instead of traditional consumer apps.
  2. The emergence of proto-apps, which operate as gateways to various services, blurs the line between apps and protocols.
  3. Horizontalization and integration with protocols are key aspects for the success of modern apps, allowing for user-generated plugins and decentralized functionality.

🌟 A gold star for every crypto journo and researcher 🌟

Association of Cryptocurrency Journalists and Researchers • 19 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
💰 Finance Crypto Blockchain Journalism Research Policy
  1. Summer has been busy in the crypto world, with many important stories and events.
  2. The best crypto journalism from June and July covers a variety of topics such as SEC actions, hoaxes, and industry updates.
  3. Top crypto research and policy discussions focus on DAOs, stablecoins, cryptography, and global identity issues.

#84

The Nibble • 2 implied HN points • 06 Nov 24
🕹 Technology AI Software Crypto Web Development Data Management
  1. LLM-assisted search is growing, making it easier to find information quickly. This technology is helping improve how we access and use data online.
  2. Polygon is shifting its focus from a marketing-driven approach to prioritizing product and research development. This change aims to enhance the project's overall effectiveness in the crypto space.
  3. A new proposal for contactless payment using crypto could make peer-to-peer transactions much more efficient. This could change how digital wallets operate in everyday payments.

Quant Letter: February 2024, Week-2

The Parlour • 17 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Finance Crypto Machine Learning GitHub Quantitative
  1. Using Autoencoder architectures in Statistical Arbitrage can simplify strategy development and improve returns compared to traditional methods.
  2. A new method, Causal-NECOVaR, provides reliable risk predictions for financial risk analysis regardless of market shocks and systemic changes.
  3. The Merton investment-consumption problem is expanded to incorporate transaction costs and stochastic differential utility in Portfolio Optimization for a better understanding of parameter combinations.