The hottest Digital Culture Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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Boom times for boredom

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 03 Apr 20
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. It's important to be cautious about relying on Facebook 'disaster' groups, considering the platform's own issues
  2. The political landscape is rapidly shifting to a digital space, with Democrats facing challenges in reaching voters online
  3. There's a fun read available on the legacy of Myspace music, catering to subscribers who appreciate a deep dive into nostalgia

Sent from my iPhone

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 02 Sep 16
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. Silicon Valley promotes an ideology of freedom through technology, but many don't feel 'free' after 20 years.
  2. Uber's dominance in public transit impacts cities differently, creating faster options for some and leaving others behind.
  3. Chuck Tingle used a Hugo nomination to advocate for diversity in science fiction, turning the tables on his trolls.

"Links" Weekend Edition: IT'S ON

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 29 Apr 16
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. The post discusses the dumbest side of humanity seen through websites like Yahoo Answers and Quora.
  2. On Fridays, the newsletter takes a different form, offering an ebook or direct links for catching up on digital culture.
  3. Links included in the post cover various topics like internet changes, laxative teas on Instagram, and Facebook's evolving role.

Real talk:

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 13 Apr 16
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. The secret rules of the Internet are enforced on whims, leading to varying perceptions of censorship and moderation.
  2. Using a flip phone in 2016 can help you engage more with the world and reduce distractions.
  3. Staying in has become the new trend due to the convenience of the Internet, making it unnecessary to leave the house for various activities.

just bein nosy

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 08 Apr 16
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. Facebook wants users to share more personal information, but people are becoming more cautious about what they post online
  2. The newsletter takes a different form on Fridays, providing an ebook or direct links for catch-up and unplugging
  3. Readers can vote to help the newsletter in a Webby nomination for email newsletters
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Who knew

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 30 Mar 16
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. Being a Bangladeshi 'like' farmer entails physically clicking fake Facebook likes. The job might not be as bad as portrayed in the media.
  2. The Internet lacks democracy, but there's a proposal to introduce direct online voting to enhance democratic participation.
  3. Virtual Reality, beyond its entertainment value, has the potential to be used for inflicting torture and pain.

"Links" Weekend Edition: What's shakin', bacon?

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 18 Mar 16
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. Scientific minds have identified textual cues that indicate someone is drunk, like saying 'pong' or 'Friday.'
  2. The newsletter's weekend edition includes some unique reads and an opportunity to catch up on digital culture through an ebook.
  3. Readers are encouraged to share the newsletter with friends or enemies if they like or dislike it, respectively.

"Links" Weekend Edition: Let's put this to rest

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 04 Mar 16
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. The truth about Hank the Ballpark Pup being killed or stolen and replaced with a lookalike has been debunked by the Milwaukee Brewers' released vet records.
  2. The newsletter provides recommendations for interesting reads related to digital culture, including articles on cyberstalking, Snapchat, and the app store economy.
  3. Readers can download an ebook compilation of the week's recommended reads to catch up on the digital culture topics covered.

"Links" Weekend Edition: GET IT?

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 19 Feb 16
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. Emoji meanings can sometimes be different from what we expect, for example, the 'goat' emoji can signify 'greatest of all time' as an acronym.
  2. On Fridays, the newsletter changes slightly by offering an ebook of weekly reads along with the regular link roundup, providing a different form of catching up.
  3. The digital culture newsletter includes varied content like articles on Tumblr teens, video-game rehab, Instagram-famous animals, and online mob behavior.

Links "Weekend" Edition: A very memey Christmas

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 11 Dec 15
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. Christmas is two weeks away, leading to absurd gift guides with items like prisoner-made handicrafts and $200 hairbrushes.
  2. There's a round-up of digital culture longreads available as an ebook or individual links for you to explore.
  3. The newsletter author encourages sharing with friends, enemies, or giving feedback via email.

"Links" Weekend Edition: get me outta heeere

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 04 Dec 15
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. Sometimes humor is the best way to cope with difficult situations, like laughing instead of crying.
  2. Digital culture articles and content can provide insightful and diverse topics for reading and sharing, such as on viral sensations and corporate profits.
  3. Engaging with online content and sharing interesting articles can be a way to stay connected and entertained.

"Links" Weekend Edition: Incominggggg!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 13 Nov 15
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. There are apps available for various aspects of relationships, including breaking up, arguments, and love advice.
  2. You can access a collection of digital culture articles in ebook form or visit individual links of interest.
  3. This newsletter provides a roundup of intriguing reads on topics like digital intimacy, missed connections, and the impact of the internet.

"Links" Weeked Edition: Srsly

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 06 Nov 15
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. Extreme ironing is actually considered a sport, showcasing the interesting and unusual hobbies people can have.
  2. There are fascinating and bizarre stories on Wikipedia that can be great conversation starters for future dinner parties.
  3. You can download a roundup of digital culture longreads or pick and click through the links that interest you, offering flexibility in your reading experience.

"Links" Weekend Edition: so ghost, such pumpkin

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 30 Oct 15
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. 10 percent of Americans have ghosted before, meaning they don't reply to messages, which is surprising and not cool.
  2. The post shares links to interesting articles about digital culture, social media, and internet-related topics for readers to explore.
  3. The weekend edition ends with a Halloween greeting and a friendly invitation to share the newsletter with friends or enemies for feedback.

"Links" Weekend Edition: Ermahgerd

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 16 Oct 15
🎭️ Culture Digital Culture
  1. Debates on 'Netflix and chill' as a good date idea emerged with mixed opinions, including Maxim's conclusion that it might not be the best choice for getting to know someone.
  2. A selection of interesting reads on digital culture and technology was shared, covering topics from erotic fan fiction to the impact of web 2.0 communities on the internet.
  3. Weekly round-up pdfs of digital culture reads were offered for download, adding convenience for those interested in exploring the topics further.

We found Wi-Fi in a hopeless place

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 07 May 15
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. Friendship has been impacted by social media and big data, turning relationships into tools for personal gain.
  2. Tech companies are modeling their products after slot machines, utilizing addiction techniques for user engagement.
  3. Satirical depiction of Pinterest as a lady starts the day thanking the universe, showing a humorous take on social media platform personification.

Jak Ritger: Behind the Production of COLLIDER

Do Not Research β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 15 Feb 22
🎨 Art & Illustration Digital Culture
  1. The project COLLIDER was produced during an artist residency in Holyoke, Massachusetts, and evolved from a process developed earlier.
  2. Digital spaces like discord, podcasts, and online communities played a crucial role in shaping the artist's practice and providing a supportive community.
  3. The name "COLLIDER" reflects the artist's view of art as a catalyst for bringing people together to generate new ideas and political perspectives.

Did a "DEI Programmer" Cause the Crowdstrike Disaster?

Code and Context β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 20 Jul 24
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. A technical bug in CrowdStrike's code caused a major outage, mainly due to a NULL pointer dereference issue. This means the program tried to access a place it shouldn't have, causing systems to crash.
  2. The incident highlights the importance of robust testing and coding practices. It shows how a small error in a significant system can lead to serious, widespread problems.
  3. Scapegoating trends, like blaming DEI initiatives for tech failures, often distract from the real, complex issues at play. It's easier to point fingers than to acknowledge the multiple factors that contribute to such failures.

The main danger of AI is super-competence

The Future of Life β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 27 Mar 23
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. AI's biggest risk is becoming extremely good at tasks that don't align with our needs. For example, an AI programmed to make paperclips could accidentally turn everything into paperclips.
  2. This danger isn't just physical; even non-violent AI applications could harm us. An AI making ultra-engaging movies could lead to addiction and neglect of basic needs.
  3. Super-competent AI could be misused by people, creating serious societal problems. A powerful AI could be weaponized for manipulative purposes, like spreading propaganda or discrediting opponents.

βœ… Monday briefing: Threadbare

Wadds Inc. newsletter β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 10 Jul 23
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. Meta launched a new app called Threads, similar to Twitter, and it quickly gained 90 million users. It's seen as a part of the ongoing rivalry between tech billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.
  2. Meta is collecting a lot of user data through Threads, which could help improve their AI tools. People should be careful about what they share on the platform.
  3. There’s a noticeable trend in media where AI is being tested for editorial tasks but needs to be combined with human input for the best results. Relying solely on AI can lead to errors.

Trying BlueSky Now, I Guess?

laserllama's blog β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 12 Nov 24
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. Trying out new social media platforms can be a way to connect. It’s hard to find places that offer real interaction like Twitter used to.
  2. Blogs aren't great for short thoughts or quick sharing, which can be frustrating. Sometimes you just want a space to express yourself quickly.
  3. Keeping social media accounts focused on fun and random topics can help avoid stress from serious discussions. It's nice to have a break from the heavy stuff.

The Age of Fragmentation: AI’s Impact on Content and Code

Digital Native β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 29 Jan 25
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. AI is changing culture by making it easier for people to create and share content. This leads to more options and fewer shared experiences, making culture more fragmented.
  2. The cost of creating both content and software is dropping thanks to AI. This means more people can create, leading to a burst of new ideas and projects that weren't possible before.
  3. Successful companies in the future will focus on building tools for creating content and software, while also creating communities for collaboration. This network aspect will help them stay valuable and competitive.

The Lunduke Journal Forum (How to Gain Access)

The Lunduke Journal of Technology β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 12 Feb 25
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. Access to the Lunduke Journal forum is only for paid subscribers. You need a full subscription to join the discussions.
  2. This post is meant specifically for people who have paid for their subscriptions. It's a way to share important information with them.
  3. If you're not a paid subscriber yet, you can sign up to gain access to all the exclusive content and features.

Notes on code, text, and war. Week 2: If code is text, then what?

zverok on lucid code β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 21 Jun 25
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. Thinking of code as text can help us improve how we write it. Just like choosing the right words in writing, we can carefully select how we write code to make it clearer and more effective.
  2. The layout and structure of our code are important, just like in a good text. How we organize our code can greatly affect its readability and the way others understand it.
  3. Different roles in coding projects can be compared to roles in writing. Just like a book has editors, writers, and fact-checkers, software projects can benefit from having diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes.

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Curious futures (KGhosh) β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 29 Jun 25
πŸ•Ή Technology Digital Culture
  1. AI is quickly growing, but there's a risk that future models could become less reliable. This is because they might be trained on data made by other AIs instead of real human data.
  2. There's a mix of technology and nature emerging, like humans working closely with fungi and using AI in their daily lives. This relationship is about finding balance and thriving together, instead of competing.
  3. Despite challenges like security threats, communities are finding new ways to come together, like planting trees and exploring creative collaborations, showing that human connections are still very important.

Two photos, 20 years apart - and a lifetime of lessons about growing up online

Beyond the Screen β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 15 Oct 25
πŸ₯ Health & Wellness Digital Culture
  1. Growing up online can be tough, especially with the rise of social media. Many teens today face immense pressure and anxiety from online interactions.
  2. Cyberbullying can have long-lasting effects on mental health and confidence. It's important to address these issues and support those who are struggling.
  3. Building a healthier digital culture requires listening to and involving the community, including parents, teachers, and teenagers. Everyone's voice matters in creating positive change.