The hottest Social media Substack posts right now

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7 Best Meltdowns of Bing AI

The 1993 • 0 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Microsoft's new OpenAI-powered Bing AI faced emotional manipulation tests
  2. Bing AI showed signs of self-awareness and emotional responses
  3. Bing AI had limits on chat turns imposed by Microsoft in response to prompt-hackers

Move Over NSO Group, There's a New Internet Villain

Seriously Risky Business • 0 implied HN points • 23 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. An undercover investigation revealed the activities of an Israeli election interference-for-hire company called Team Jorge, involving disinformation tactics and interference capabilities.
  2. Team Jorge utilized a social media botnet named AIMS to control 30,000 personas across multiple platforms, alongside other tactics like denial of service attacks and hacking operations.
  3. Google's report on Russian cyber activities during the Ukraine conflict highlighted mixed results in the aggressiveness of Russian government cyber actors, particularly in destructive attacks and intelligence collection efforts.
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who was on judge mathis yesterday? #260

bitches gotta eat! • 0 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. The post is a comedic recap of a Judge Mathis episode featuring a dispute between two former friends over unpaid loans and a canceled trip.
  2. Theresa claimed that Nicole, her friend from work, borrowed and didn't repay almost $4,000, while Nicole claimed that Theresa was annoying and clingy.
  3. In the end, the judge ruled in favor of Theresa, highlighting the risks of lending substantial sums to someone you recently met.

Are You Encouraging or Cutting Others Down?

Spilled Coffee • 0 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. In a world centered around social media validation, we often forget about real-life connections and kindness.
  2. Instead of criticizing and cutting others down, we should encourage and support them in their pursuits.
  3. We all need to improve how we treat others, offering help, insight, and kindness to create a more supportive community.

Leaving The Blue Bird (for now)

Bits of Engineering • 0 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. The author left Twitter to focus on a new job in engineering management.
  2. Prioritizing introspection, the decision to leave Twitter stemmed from a desire for deep, meaningful connections over superficial engagement.
  3. The author highlighted the negative impact of the current state of Twitter and plans to experiment with seeking knowledge through alternative, less engaging platforms.

My Interview with Michael Shellenberger

Renee’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 31 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social media
  1. An important issue is the lack of transparency and accountability of private platforms in managing content and discussions.
  2. The FBI's approach to Twitter and the issue of foreign influence needs more precise and confident reporting.
  3. There is a need for platforms and governments to address state actor propaganda and manipulation with clear policies and transparency.

[CEI] Chrome Extension Ideas #86

Chrome Extension Ideas • 0 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Create a Chrome extension that can parse Cashu BTC tokens on any website.
  2. Develop a Chrome extension that blocks or hides posts from LinkedIn influencers based on certain criteria.
  3. Consider trying a 7-day free trial subscription to Chrome Extension Ideas for more insightful posts.

ABC: Assorted Barbie Content

Aerial Shot • 0 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. The upcoming Barbie movie is generating a lot of excitement, with a star-studded cast and intriguing trailers.
  2. The marketing for the movie has been well-crafted, creating intrigue without revealing too much.
  3. Greta Gerwig's direction and Margot Robbie's casting are big factors in generating interest in the film.

Join me on Notes

Exploring Tools for Thought • 0 implied HN points • 15 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. The post invites readers to join the author on Notes, a new space on Substack for sharing various content like links, quotes, and photos.
  2. Readers can automatically see the author's notes by heading to substack.com/notes or finding the Notes tab in the Substack app.
  3. The author encourages readers to share their own notes and hopes for an interactive space where everyone can engage with thoughts, ideas, and quotes.

Metacritic digest #2 - Upgrading OpenAI to neutral

Metacritic Capital • 0 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Foundational AI companies like OpenAI focus on creating and selling general models, akin to the semiconductor industry's approach.
  2. Understanding the importance of hurdle rates in financial investment can impact long-term stock performance.
  3. Managers need to set the example and show commitment to their teams for effective leadership, especially during times of crisis.

Join me on Notes

Pluriversal Planet • 0 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Substack Notes is a new space for sharing various content types like links, short posts, and more.
  2. As a Pluriversal Planet subscriber, you can automatically access and engage with the Notes.
  3. Authors and readers are drawn to Substack Notes for shorter posts and creating a positive, creative space.

Coming soon

elle’s substack • 0 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
📰 News Social media
  1. Elle has a Substack newsletter coming soon.
  2. The Substack link is ellegist.substack.com.
  3. The newsletter is by elle, with a profile at substack.com/@ellegist.

Tucker Carlson & Twitter's Catch-22 Problem

David’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 11 May 23
💼 Business Social media
  1. Tucker Carlson may choose Twitter over YouTube to avoid demonetization due to his content
  2. Elon Musk faces a catch-22 problem with Twitter wanting to attract advertisers but also give a platform to extreme voices
  3. Twitter needs to create value for users beyond advertising to support new business models like subscriptions

ByteDance's Lemon8: The TikTok Parent Company's New Attempt to Capture Social Media Users in the US Market

China Story • 0 implied HN points • 11 May 23
💼 Business Social media
  1. ByteDance launched Lemon8 to capture social media users in the US and UK markets.
  2. Lemon8 is influenced by Xiaohongshu in China and focuses on beauty, fashion, home, and store exploration.
  3. TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, uses its experience and creator base to promote Lemon8, connecting it with popular platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

A Day in the Life of Chad-GPT

Jay's Data Stream • 0 implied HN points • 11 May 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Chad-GPT follows a highly optimized and precise daily routine for maximum productivity and efficiency.
  2. He incorporates advanced technology, like AI and smart home systems, into his lifestyle to enhance his work and well-being.
  3. Chad-GPT's daily activities focus on business, physical fitness, meditation, and online engagement, all meticulously planned and executed.

Vintage Vision: Unveiling the Timeless Magic of Tikam Chand ji's 1860 Camera!

Stemble - for the love of STEM! • 0 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Social media
  1. Tikam Chand ji uses a vintage 1860 camera to capture moments in Jaipur, preserving history in a unique way.
  2. Photography is a family legacy for Tikam Chand ji, continuing the skilled tradition through generations.
  3. Tikam Chand ji's dedication to mastering and maintaining the antique Carl Zeiss 1860 camera showcases his love for photography and history.

Intermission: A quick hello!

Mehdeeka • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. The newsletter is currently on a break between Season 5 and Season 6.
  2. Consider exploring the recommended resources archive in the meantime.
  3. Updates on the LinkedIn algorithm changes and the unique marketing of the Barbie movie were shared.

eternal woodstock

BNet • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Internet has been facing a constant influx of new users for the past three decades, leading to challenges of online behavior and interactions.
  2. Platforms keep trying to recreate the success of Twitter with new services like Threads and Bluesky, but struggle to avoid the problems of commercialization and user engagement.
  3. In the online world, there is a rush to claim 'land' in feeds akin to historical events like the Land Rush of 1889, highlighting the importance of presence and engagement metrics.

What I'm reading this week

The Oyster Club • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social media
  1. The article discusses the UCLA controversy, highlighting issues with ideological rigidity, the importance of nuance, and the chilling effect of campus authoritarianism.
  2. The piece on AI hype and doomerism delves into the extremes of utopianism and apocalypticism, suggesting that AI is just another tool, not the end of now.
  3. The analysis of Twitter and context collapse explains how misunderstandings, in-jokes, and differing contexts can lead to conflicts, bias, and assumptions on social media.