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AI and the privatisation of everything

imperfect offerings • 259 implied HN points • 04 Nov 23
🕹 Technology AI Data Privacy Healthcare Education Government Relations
  1. Generative AI can reshape relationships at personal and societal levels through its integration into everyday life and work.
  2. The use of AI in privatising public goods like healthcare and education raises concerns about data control, accountability, and the concentration of knowledge and power in the hands of few corporations.
  3. AI facilitates the privatisation of public services through the capture of expertise, turning professionals into consumers of recycled expertise and potentially diminishing the role of teachers and healthcare providers in favor of automated systems.

👩🏽‍🚀 The Acquisitions Co. Field Guide

alohomora • 235 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
💼 Business Government Relations Investing Consulting Contracts Resources
  1. The Acquisitions Co. Field Guide offers insights on navigating government for early-stage startups.
  2. Numerous opportunities and resources are available for companies working with the government like funding programs and institutional investors.
  3. Understanding different government contract mechanisms and agencies, like SBIR programs, is crucial for startups looking to work with the government.

What's Happening With Boeing

The Radar • 19 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
💼 Business Aviation Corporate culture Government Relations
  1. The article discusses the issues surrounding Boeing, pointing out concerns with past crashes and design flaws in their aircrafts.
  2. The 'Five Whys' technique is highlighted as a method to dig deeper into the root causes of problems, exemplified in the analysis of Boeing's design and manufacturing practices.
  3. The strong influence of corporate culture, lack of competition, and government support are outlined as key factors contributing to Boeing's survival despite repeated failures.

Meta will limit news access in Canada

The PhilaVerse • 123 implied HN points • 23 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Tech Giants Government Relations
  1. Meta will restrict news access in Canada due to the passage of the Canada's Online News Act.
  2. The Canada's Online News Act aims to ensure fairness in the digital news market by requiring platforms like Meta to negotiate commercial agreements and compensate news organizations.
  3. Meta and Google are opposed to the legislation and are planning to limit news access before the law takes effect.

OSD 234: Accidental rebels

Open Source Defense • 63 implied HN points • 14 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Regulation Norms Government Relations
  1. Gun laws that are easy to break accidentally with severe punishments attract the most attention.
  2. Stigmatizing gun ownership can be done by creating laws that are easy to violate accidentally, thus deterring new gun owners.
  3. The unwritten norms and interpretations in laws and regulations play a significant role in shaping relationships and enforcement actions.
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#7: Binding AI Treaty by 2024 + The UK Takes the Lead + A Constitution for AI?

Navigating AI Risks • 78 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
🕹 Technology AI Governance Government Relations Legislation AI Development Tech Companies
  1. The world's first binding treaty on artificial intelligence is being negotiated, which could significantly impact future AI governance.
  2. The United Kingdom is taking a leading role in AI diplomacy, hosting a global summit on AI safety and pushing for the implementation of AI safety measures.
  3. U.S. senators are advocating for more responsibility from tech companies regarding the release of powerful AI models, emphasizing the need to address national security concerns.