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Cultural Memory in the Digital

GOOD INTERNET • 17 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture History Digital Memory Societies Identity
  1. Cultural memory in the digital realm is different than traditional cultures, as the digital lacks mechanisms for long-term cultural memory.
  2. The digital environment is ever-changing and lacks the ability to canonize cultural artifacts, leading to a constant flux that challenges societal identity formation.
  3. Without reliable mechanisms for cultural memory in the digital age, there is a risk of losing collective identity and facing ongoing culture wars over historical meanings.

Elliot Ackerman on His New Novel, HALCYON, Where Death is a Thing of the Past

The Octavian Report • 41 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
📚 Literature Fiction History Family Conflict Memory
  1. The novel explores the concept of reconciling the past and the impact of entertainment on our understanding of history.
  2. The story delves into the theme of compromise and its relevance in societal conflicts and personal relationships.
  3. It discusses the power of storytelling in shaping our perception of events and the importance of creating shared memories for reconciliation.

The Joy in Not Taking the Photo

Humanities in Revolt • 79 implied HN points • 25 Aug 21
🎭️ Culture Philosophy Photography Memory Life experiences Happiness
  1. The best moments in life often come from spontaneity and cannot be fully captured or preserved by taking photos.
  2. Living in the moment and being fully present can bring a deeper sense of joy and fulfillment than trying to possess and capture every experience through photos.
  3. Photographs can serve as reminders of past experiences, but the truest joy comes from immersing oneself in the present moment and cultivating a love for spontaneity.
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Problem 22: Positive Pairs meeting conditions[Jane Street]

Technology Made Simple • 39 implied HN points • 26 Jan 22
🕹 Technology Memory
  1. The problem involves finding positive integer pairs that meet specific conditions like summing to M and having a XOR value of N.
  2. The solution to this problem will be shared with premium subscribers of the newsletter.
  3. To improve coding skills and nail interviews at top-tier firms, one can subscribe to the publication for access to high-quality breakdowns of coding problems and interview techniques.

Our friends shape our memory

Klement on Investing • 3 implied HN points • 15 Nov 24
🔬 Science Psychology Cognition Memory Social Behavior Neuroscience
  1. Our memories are not like videos; we actually rebuild them each time we recall information. This means they can be easily influenced by others.
  2. People tend to remember things better when they are related to someone they trust or feel connected to. This makes our memories less reliable for those outside our social circles.
  3. Misinformation can spread easily because we are less accurate in recalling what people from other groups say or do. This makes us more susceptible to believing false claims about them.

"The River" Revised by AI

Opaque Hourglass • 1 HN point • 09 Jun 24
📚 Literature Poetry Artificial Intelligence Criticism Memory Themes
  1. The AI revision of a poem can offer new insights and perspectives, making us reconsider the original work.
  2. Sometimes, amateurish art and poetry, including AI-generated pieces, can still hold value and evoke unexpected appreciation.
  3. Artificial intelligence translations of human-generated poems can function like literary criticism, highlighting themes and meanings that may not have been immediately apparent.

🦾 Deepfakes, Empathy & OpenAI Updates

HackerPulse Dispatch • 5 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Deepfakes Empathy OpenAI Memory
  1. OpenAI disrupted five state-affiliated malicious actors exploiting AI services, demonstrating a commitment to ethical AI.
  2. ImplicitDeepfake1 merges deepfake tech with Neural Radiance Fields and Gaussian Splatting for advanced 3D avatar creation and gaming.
  3. LAION introduced BUD-E, an AI assistant focusing on real-time responses with natural voice, empathy, & emotional intelligence.

creating space

Midnight Musings • 19 implied HN points • 08 Jun 22
🎭️ Culture Memory Identity Personal Growth Nostalgia Change
  1. Cleaning out old items can be an emotional process as it brings back memories of dreams and pain from the past. It's not just about throwing things away; it's about reflecting on what those items meant.
  2. Letting go of old possessions can create a feeling of lightness and space in your life. It’s like making room for new experiences and opportunities to come in.
  3. Ultimately, learning to carry your own pain instead of relying on objects is a way to grow. It's important to let go of what no longer defines you and focus on finding yourself from within.

Mono

The Leftovers • 19 implied HN points • 03 Dec 21
🎭️ Culture Language Nostalgia Home Memory Literature
  1. The importance and comfort of one's mother tongue and the feeling of home it provides.
  2. Realizing that the concept of 'home' can be an illusion and homesickness might be a fundamental state of being.
  3. The struggle with memories, homesickness, and the challenge of reconciling the past with the present.

robotfindskitten, part 2

Dan’s MEGA65 Digest • 5 implied HN points • 14 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Programming Assembly Hardware Memory
  1. The MEGA65 Digest for November 2023 covers topics like implementing robotfindskitten in assembly language, updating the R5 main board hardware, and new games like Tristam Island for the MEGA65.
  2. MEGA65 enthusiasts have been giving talks at computer conferences in 2023, which you can watch online for more insights and information.
  3. The MEGA65 now supports arcade cores such as Bombjack and Bosconian, along with other ports and enhancements like Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum cores.

Why We Won't Achieve AGI Until Memory Is A Core Architectural Component

Am I Stronger Yet? • 3 HN points • 09 Aug 23
🕹 Technology AI Memory Neural Networks
  1. Memory is central to almost everything we do, and different types of memory are crucial for complex tasks.
  2. Current mechanisms for equipping LLMs with memory have limitations, such as static model weights and limited token buffers.
  3. To achieve human-level intelligence, a breakthrough in long-term memory integration is necessary for AIs to undertake deep work.

EL-Attention: Memory Efficient Lossless Attention for Generation

efficientml • 1 HN point • 30 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Data science Efficiency Memory Machine Learning
  1. EL-Attention proposes a method to reduce memory usage during inference in Transformer models by caching only past hidden states instead of keys and values.
  2. By re-ordering matrix multiplication steps, EL-Attention can achieve the same results as traditional attention mechanisms with significantly reduced memory requirements.
  3. EL-Attention provides an efficient way to handle attention mechanisms in transformer models, especially for decoder-only models, by halving the amount of caching memory needed.

I’m a Senior Software Engineer. What Will It Take For An AI To Do My Job?

Am I Stronger Yet? • 3 HN points • 20 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI Software Engineering Memory Optimization Puzzles
  1. Current AI systems are still lacking critical cognitive abilities required for complex jobs.
  2. AI needs improvements in memory, exploration, puzzle-solving, judgement, clarity of thought, and theory of mind to excel in complex tasks.
  3. Addressing these gaps will be crucial for AI to reach artificial general intelligence and potentially replace certain human jobs.

GRANTED: The costs of convenience and the benefits of humility

Granted • 0 implied HN points • 31 Mar 18
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness Memory Self-awareness Behavioral Science
  1. Choosing convenience always may mean missing out on the meaningful struggles that give life depth and value.
  2. Taking a break in a quiet space post-learning can boost memory recall significantly, showing that memory consolidation happens during wakeful rest.
  3. In the modern era, one's reputation as a trustworthy source is becoming more crucial than the sheer accumulation of knowledge.

You drive me crazy

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 02 Jul 23
🕹 Technology AI Digital Technologies Internet Memory Artificial Intelligence
  1. Marriage involves accommodating each other's quirks, like someone's dependence on Google Maps, which can sometimes be frustrating.
  2. The ease of accessing information on the internet can lead to a phenomenon called the Google Effect, where people rely on online searches for everyday facts instead of memorizing them.
  3. Experts have concerns that the widespread use of AI and digital technologies could potentially lead to a decline in people's cognitive skills and memory.

The whole shebang should feel pretty old by brunch

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 23 May 14
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Memory Self-care Sleep
  1. The morality and economics of Upworthy are debated: Is it a force for good or evil by attracting attention to important subjects while polluting the web with clickbait?
  2. Research suggests that taking too many pictures with smartphones may lead to memory loss and impact the passing down of memories through generations.
  3. Contrary to common belief, coffee does not ruin our brains, debunking several myths associated with caffeine.

Retroactive Happiness

Tolu’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 24 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Happiness Self-reflection Memory Emotions Personal Growth
  1. Memories of the past can be distorted by time, leading us to remember the good times more fondly than they actually were.
  2. Our perception of happiness can change over time as we evolve, making us appreciate things differently as we grow.
  3. We may not always accurately judge our current happiness, focusing too much on future worries. Embracing the uncertainties and adapting to challenges can help in finding happiness in the present.

Learning, Your Memory, and Cholesterol

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 27 Dec 08
🏥 Health & Wellness Memory Sleep Cholesterol Learning Brain
  1. Cholesterol plays a crucial role in our nervous system, enabling learning and memory to occur. Sleep allows the brain to produce more cholesterol, benefiting mental functioning.
  2. The synthesis of cholesterol increases during sleep, contributing to better memory formation and brain plasticity.
  3. The formation of synapses, essential for memory and learning, is directly dependent on the availability of cholesterol. Cholesterol is a key component in maintaining brain health.

The International Memory Reading Group

The Memory Palace • 0 implied HN points • 07 May 24
📖 Philosophy Memory Science Education Literature Research
  1. The International Memory Reading Group connects people from different fields who study memory. This helps everyone learn more about memory from various perspectives.
  2. The group focuses on discussing recently published works, which allows members to offer feedback and build on new ideas together. It's a way to keep everyone updated on the latest research.
  3. Meeting virtually makes it possible for members from around the world to join in. This diverse participation enriches the conversations and promotes collaboration across disciplines.

Rough Notes: Memory, Identity, and Transformation

Product Lost by @hipcityreg • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🕹 Technology AI Hardware Social media Memory Identity
  1. Memory is the basis of identity and crucial for relationships; Alzheimer's highlights its importance.
  2. AI serves as collaborative memory and is transforming the concept of memory; it is our extended memory.
  3. Social media profiles are early versions of extended memory devices; they shape digital identities and hold moments of interactions.

A look at WebAssembly, the webs powerful new technology part 2

Deus In Machina • 0 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
🕹 Technology WebAssembly Programming JavaScript HTML Memory
  1. WebAssembly is primarily designed as a compilation target for languages like C, C++, and Rust.
  2. WebAssembly files consist of sections like modules with code, and data sections for storing strings or variables.
  3. To interact with WebAssembly modules, JavaScript can import functions and memories from the module to perform tasks like logging messages or manipulating data.