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raelzie wat yoi've got

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 14 Mar 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. The coolest club in Los Angeles is actually on Facebook, where only suggested members can join, creating an exclusive group.
  2. Even the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, focuses on making content go viral with a savvy team and her relatable family.
  3. At Facebook, a team is working on creating tools for online interactions, such as helping users deal with breakups or identifying signs of depression.

Too good not to

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 10 Mar 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Shaming can sometimes be used positively, but there are cases where it can do more harm than good, like when exposing individuals online before they've been properly tried.
  2. The owner of Silk Road 2.0 has managed to evade arrest, possibly due to being paranoid and secretive or simply being lucky.
  3. Some people resort to crowdfunding essential benefits like parental leave, showing a need for better support systems in place.

literally the grossest thing I have ever read

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 09 Mar 16
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. This text talks about the viral trend of pimple popping and similar activities, which some people find intriguing but others might find gross.
  2. The meaning of 'lol' has evolved from 'laugh out loud' to symbolize self-awareness.
  3. The article mentions six women who are making significant contributions to the tech industry, highlighting the importance of diversity and representation.

~pretty gritty~

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 02 Mar 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Downloads of non-gaming apps are expected to quadruple by 2016, but small indie developers are facing challenges which may lead to rethinking business models.
  2. With the rise of AI, the purpose of humans in this world is evolving, questioning if we're moving towards a higher goal or simply indulging in constant video gaming.
  3. Twitter continues to face difficulties in distinguishing between absurdist humor and genuine harassment, presenting a new challenge in their fight against abuse.
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Don't keep calm OR carry on

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 24 Feb 16
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Humans once expressed emotions widely, but social media now limits us to a few emojis, raising questions about influencing young voters.
  2. Online harassment silenced a scientist, showing how internet trolls can have a significant impact beyond just online platforms.
  3. Becoming a 'weird Twitter' celebrity can be dissonant, as hundreds of thousands may see a tweet instantly, blurring the line between privacy and fame.

"Links" Weekend Edition: GET IT?

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 19 Feb 16
🎭️ Culture Social media
  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.

~spooky~

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 18 Feb 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Inside the nation's first rehab center for video game addiction is treating game-addicted kids effectively with exercise, unplugging, journaling, and basic life/social skills.
  2. Subliminal messaging is prevalent on the internet, with corporations manipulating what you see on Google and Facebook potentially influencing elections and thoughts.
  3. Trump's Twitter feed exemplifies the Aristotelian principles of logos, ethos, pathos, and pomposity in a concise manner.

It could work

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 17 Feb 16
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Teens on Tumblr are highly engaged with online content and understand how to make things go viral very well.
  2. Victims of online harassment often receive little help from the legal system, leaving online mobs unchecked.
  3. Instagram-famous pets are a highly profitable and emotionally intense social media trend, acting as brand representatives until their passing.

... pretty lame.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Parsing internet memes can reveal underlying stereotypes and implications.
  2. The online mugshot industry can harm individuals unjustly and exploit them with little recourse.
  3. There is a rising trend of apps designed to help people find friends, driven by societal changes and the need for connection.

If we're being real

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 09 Feb 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Streaming platforms like Spotify are causing concerns for songwriters who earn very little from streaming compared to artists.
  2. There's an unusual accommodation on Airbnb that claims to be a 'non-territorial global sovereign entity,' offering an interesting stay experience.
  3. Understanding how to use Snapchat like teenagers can provide insights into the modern 13-year-old mindset, even if disguised as a Buzzfeed how-to guide.

Pretty weird, damn!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 02 Feb 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Beware of fake profiles in online dating sites, the use of fake bots is widespread and many people have fallen victim to them.
  2. Wikipedia can be a predictor of the presidential race and wikipedians have a significant influence on public opinion.
  3. Algorithms are both simpler and more complex than they seem, reading up on them could be beneficial.

The biggest killjoy you ever clicked

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jan 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. If Huck Finn existed on the Internet, it might look something like a troll faking his death online and facing the consequences, shifting from old ways.
  2. Facebook portrays itself as neutral but in reality has a distinct moral code that it imposes worldwide, which may not align with everyone's values.
  3. Teenagers in 2016 offer insights like 'bae' and 'on fleek' are no longer 'cool', showing shifting trends and language among young people.

No worries!!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 20 Jan 16
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Twitter can be a powerful tool for speaking out and bringing down abusers in power-imbalanced industries like the music world.
  2. Reconnecting with online communities from the past, like an X-Files fan forum, can be a nostalgic and rewarding experience.
  3. In the battle of FOMO (fear of missing out) vs. JOMO (joy of missing out), finding joy in missing out may be the way to go.

welcome to ~the future~

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jan 16
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. The dominant force in American life is technology, highlighted by the president's role as a 'technologist-in-chief'.
  2. Face Swap Live app swaps faces for fun but also has some sinister potential uses beyond entertaining friends.
  3. There's a rise in inbox bots that assist with scheduling meetings and writing messages without people realizing they're interacting with AI.

YAAAAAAAAS!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 21 Dec 15
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. There are concerns about the gender associations of AI assistants, with a suggestion to call Siri 'Siro' to counteract feminine stereotypes.
  2. Instances of workers in nursing homes abusing the elderly on Snapchat raise disturbing ethical questions about social media use.
  3. The success of Spotify's 'Discover Weekly' playlists is attributed to the power of big data to curate personalized music suggestions.

Uhhh you're an adult human, so

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 17 Dec 15
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. The viral web thrives on sharing collective hatred, like in the case of Martin Shkreli, but sometimes it's good to focus on more positive topics.
  2. Reading can be an intimate experience that shapes one's personal narrative, as seen in the example of Alexandra Molotkow and her bookshelf.
  3. Year-end reflections can offer valuable insights, like the one from The Morning News recapping the year 2015 with contributions from cool writers.

get it together human

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 10 Dec 15
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Being distracted can sometimes boost productivity, according to the 'anti-mindfulness' movement.
  2. Following the Ashley Madison hack, victims have experienced a range of outcomes, from divorce to moving on.
  3. Imagining Facebook's 'On This Day' feature run by real humans offers a humorous perspective on the content that might be shared.

Bezzy, butthurt and bae

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 08 Dec 15
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Dictionaries have started adding internet slang like 'bezzy,' 'butthurt,' and 'bae' due to linguistic changes, culture shifts, and industry demands.
  2. Prank videos on YouTube, depicting fake robberies and shootings, may indicate a troubling trend or a response to the demand for extreme content.
  3. Trump's ability to craft tweetable, attention-grabbing messages plays a significant role in his appeal as a relatable figure in the current media landscape.

Lol, same.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 24 Nov 15
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Regulating the internet to combat addiction is difficult, but has been proposed as a solution.
  2. The complex battle between ISIS, Anonymous, and other vigilante groups raises questions about the future.
  3. The future of Thanksgiving may involve unconventional food options like Soylent gravy and cricket risotto.

"We've obtained all your internal data, including your secrets."

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 23 Nov 15
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Tech-site intrigue includes a story about Tinder executive Whitney Wolfe and a Sony hack experience.
  2. Comments from the internet's comments section show interesting confessions and the hidden humanity of commenters.
  3. Other interesting snippets include details about the Russian version of Telegram, toxic remains in Silicon Valley, and quirky GPS directions.