Here is the daily technology #threadcast for 8/7/24. We aim to educate people about this crucial area along with providing information of what is taking place.
Drop all question, comments, and articles relating to #technology and the future. The goal is make it a technology center.
iPhone 16 Pro Max - Launch Date Confirmed!
#technology
LOL they just keep rolling out iPhones.
A few years ago there was a lot of talk about AR in Apple products. Did they ever go that route?
I didn't go that was, am not an iPhone fan 🤣🤣🤣. What about you?
Reuters: Exclusive: Samsung's 8-layer HBM3E chips clear Nvidia's tests for use, sources say
https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/samsungs-8-layer-hbm3e-chips-clear-nvidias-tests-use-sources-say-2024-08-06/
Interesting to watch the advancement of chips. This is the major race to follow. We need to see a big jump here to recognize that at other layers of the stack.
Sad news for people using adblocking and anti-tracking addons: Google Chrome warns uBlock Origin may soon be disabled
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-chrome-warns-ublock-origin-may-soon-be-disabled/
YouTube is looking to keep upsetting the users.
Brave still works great, though.
Yeah. That is the only thing I use for YouTube.
I haven't seen an ad there for years. I might still be tracked, though, I am perhaps not as cautious as I should be.
I would imagine you are tracked especially since they give recommendations.
But the browser does keep the ads at bay.
Reuters: Google antitrust ruling may pose $20 billion risk for Apple
https://www.reuters.com/technology/google-antitrust-ruling-may-pose-20-billion-risk-apple-2024-08-06/
There is certainly a move after Big Tech. These companies are going to start maneuvering around it. My money is on them.
It's gonna be fun to watch, hopefully ;)
Yeah. Always mixed reactions when watching major corporations and governments go at it.
Not sure who is worse.
Reuters: Musk’s X accuses advertisers of boycotting platform in new lawsuit
https://www.reuters.com/legal/musks-x-accuses-advertisers-illegal-boycott-new-lawsuit-2024-08-06/
It was interesting to see Rumble jump into the lawsuit also.
Reuters: ByteDance joins OpenAI's Sora rivals with AI video app launch
https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/bytedance-joins-openais-sora-rivals-with-ai-video-app-launch-2024-08-06/
Sora isnt even on the market.
Video generation is going to be the next major generative AI fight.
A bit of buzz before entering the market cannot hurt it ;)
That is true although their thunder might be hijacked by these other programs.
It seems a couple from the Chinese are really making waves. Just something else to watch.
That's for sure :)
CNN: Meta must do more to address non-consensual, deepfake porn, Oversight Board says
https://edition.cnn.com/2024/07/25/tech/meta-non-consensual-deepfake-porn-oversight-board/index.html
Wired: A US Judge Ruled That Google Is an Illegal Monopolist. Here's What Might Come Next
https://www.wired.com/story/google-search-monopoly-judge-amit-mehta-options/
BBC: AI in healthcare: what are the risks for the NHS?
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c6233x9k4dlo
BBC: After a hurricane, 'lighthouses' could help keep communities afloat
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20240806-the-lighthouses-protecting-new-orleans-from-hurricane-blackouts
CNBC: Elon Musk’s support for Trump pushes a corporate customer away from Tesla
A bit of politics mingled with tech-business
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/06/elon-musks-trump-support-pushes-a-corporate-customer-away-from-tesla.html
Nice headline. Finding a company that has like 35 Teslas.
The Guardian: Why AI’s Tom Cruise problem means it is ‘doomed to fail’
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/article/2024/aug/06/ai-llms
The Guardian: Airbnb shares drop 12% as company flags weakening US demand
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/article/2024/aug/06/airbnb-shares-drop-earnings
Today’s #WordOfTheDay is ‘indolent’.
As technology progresses and advances humans become more indolent.
That is true. We are seeing it become that way rapidly.
The gig economy, which includes companies like Uber, DoorDash, and Instacart, has shown strong performance and surpassed expectations in their earnings reports. This sector has been a bright spot amid the overall gloomy earnings season for the technology industry.
#gigeconomy #markets #technology
The problem is the gig economy is not good for the overall economy as workers tend to take home less pay (when benies are factored in).
So the companies might be on fire but the economy is not.
And hell if a Big Mac meal cost $18, might as well Doordash some Olive Garden or something.
It’s a vicious cycle
It’s a vicious cycle
Yes it is. Of course, with AI and robots, it is going even further. We are going to see the deflationary forces kick into over drive.
Is technology enhancing human brain or deprecating it?
If you mean adding more intelligence, we are being enhanced in a major way.
Consider all the information you have right at your finger tips with just your phone.
It is truly stunning.
From the earliest stone tools to the latest advances in artificial intelligence, robotics, blockchains and virtual reality, technology has continuously transformed our lives
Just look at what the internet did for humanity and society. Consider how much our work has changed.
It will only keep advancing.
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Yep. The regulators are going after Big Tech. Why are they doing that?
Is it because politicians see they are losing control to #technology firms.
thats the point, we are also suffering a part of it over here.
What do you mean?
For the past one week or there are about network has been very terrible.
It was rumored that the government instructed the telecommunication company to shut down the network.
With the continuous progress and iteration of technology, the Tokyo Olympic Games three years ago and the Paris Olympic Games today are no longer the same. The integration of these innovations promises a more immersive and fair experience for athletes and audiences alike.
A very valid point.
Now consider where #technology will take us over the next 4 years.
It is mind blowing.
stylishly looking for a way to shut tech down.
Its another day for the technology threadcast 😊😊, let's get some updates..
Make it for Defense
#technology #defense
And it also helps with the DIY projects around the house.
I know you gonna love it. Do you care for one?
Take your favorite chatbot and start to have a conversation.
This is starting to tap into all knowledge that humanity has.
https://inleo.io/threads/view/taskmaster4450le/re-leothreads-2q7crfbxk
The value of labor is going to head towards zero as robots scale up. This is unavoidable.
What is up in the air is how quickly we move towards that. Do robots scale very rapidly.
When you think about it, generative #ai creates infinite knowledge.
We use to pay for knowledge. However, the question is going to be who owns and controls it?
idk about that. Right now it just takes opinions and human said knowledge and spits it out. It doesn't actully produce new knowledge yet.
What do you humans do?
How did you create this new, never seen before thread?
A huge article but really captures the state of LLMs and the prospect of ChatGPT5.
Worthy read.
https://www.thealgorithmicbridge.com/p/gpt-5-everything-you-need-to-know-10a?utm_source=tldrai
@coyotelation #tokenizedsociety #mightpossibly
Thanks so much for bringing this to me, Task.
Anytime.
Rivian lost $1.46B in Q2 as it drives toward a VW-linked future
Rivian's financial losses have crept up as it pushed out the last of its first-generation R1 trucks and SUVs in favor of newer, more cost-efficient
Rivian’s financial losses have crept up as it pushed out the last of its first-generation R1 trucks and SUVs in favor of newer, more cost-efficient versions — a sign of just how much the company could use the $5 billion it could get as part of a recently announced deal with Volkswagen Group.
The company announced Tuesday that it lost $1.46 billion in the second quarter of 2024, up from a first-quarter loss of $1.45 billion. The loss was nearly $300 million worse than the second quarter last year.
#technolog #rivian
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Automattic launches AI writing tool that aims to make WordPress blogs more readable and succinct
Automattic, the owner of WordPress.com, has launched a new AI tool designed to help bloggers write more clearly and succinctly.
Automattic, the owner of WordPress.com, has launched a new AI tool designed to help bloggers write more clearly and succinctly.
The tool joins a swathe of writing assistants launched over recent years by the likes of privacy app maker Proton as well as the mighty Google.
#technology #ai
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EQT takes a majority stake in cybersecurity firm Acronis at $3.5B+ valuation
Cybersecurity remains a white-hot space for investors. In the latest example of that demand, EQT has bought a majority stake in Acronis
Cybersecurity remains a white-hot space for investors. In the latest example of that demand, EQT has bought a majority stake in Acronis, a security company that specializes in data protection, cloud and integrated security solutions for managed service providers (which resell services to consumers) and corporate IT teams.
#newsonleo #technology
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One BILLION Humanoid Robots and the OpenAI "Meltdown"
#robots #Technology #openai
Airbnb details plans to expand beyond short-term rentals, including co-hosting and relaunching 'experiences'
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky suggested on Tuesday's Q2 earnings call with investors that the company will soon expand into new products and services
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky suggested on Tuesday’s Q2 earnings call with investors that the company will soon expand into new products and services, including co-hosting, a relaunch of Airbnb’s “experiences,” guest services and more.
The company positioned the upcoming offerings as a way for Airbnb to grow its revenue by becoming known for doing more than just one thing — short-term vacation rentals.
#newsonleo #airbnb #technology
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Ex-Clubhouse employees take another swing at a social networking startup
The ex-Clubhouse, Netflix employees raised $1.65M for an app that combines social media, networking, and dating.
Maya Watson and Lexi Nisita, cofounders of a new social app called why?!, met when they both worked at Netflix. They had one of those friendly co-worker relationships, where they laughed, and just vibed.
They were on the streaming giant’s brand and editorial teams and found that their skills complemented each other. “We are also both from Minnesota,” Watson said. “We just go together.”
#newsonleo #clubhouse #socialmedia #technology
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The merging of LLMs and Robotics is becoming evident. It is easy to see how these are a form of convergence. Hence, the acceleration of LLMs over the next year will have an impact on robots.
#technology
Was GPT-5 Underwhelming? OpenAI Co-founder Leaves, Figure02 Arrives, Character.AI Gutted, GPT-5 2025
#technology #gpt5 #openai
Reuters: Microsoft blames Delta for its struggle to recover from global cyber outage
https://www.reuters.com/technology/microsoft-blames-delta-its-struggle-recover-global-cyber-outage-2024-08-06/
Reuters: ByteDance joins OpenAI's Sora rivals with AI video app launch
https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/bytedance-joins-openais-sora-rivals-with-ai-video-app-launch-2024-08-06/
Listening to the SHorts launch party recording. Interesting stuff
NBCLA -- See this new AI technology that helps combat shoplifting
TED -- What Will Happen to Marketing in the Age of AI? | Jessica Apotheker | TED
TED -- 12 Predictions for the Future of Technology | Vinod Khosla | TED
AI Uncovered -- Apple’s New ‘4M’ AI Model: The Most Exciting Technology of the Year
Top Future Tech Trends to Watch in 2024
#technology
10 Things They're NOT Telling You About The New AI
#technology #ai
Dangerous Hacking Gadgets in 2024 #hacker #tools
#technology #hacker #intellegents
#ai is going to change society. If anyone thinks this is an overstatement, just consider what the internet did. That was really nothing more than a connecting of computers.
This is new compute.
The Future of Work: Raoul Pal on AI, Crypto, & the Great Resignation
#technology #ai #robotics #work
Elon Musk's X taken to court in Ireland for grabbing EU user data to train Grok without consent
Elon Musk's X is being taken to court in Ireland for using Europeans' data to train AI models without asking for their consent.
Elon Musk’s X is being taken to court in Ireland for using Europeans’ data to train AI models, RTE reported late on Tuesday. The development relates to the social media platform’s decision last month to process user data to train its “Grok” AI model without notifying or asking people if they’re okay with that.
#newsonleo #ireland #elonmusk #x #ai #technology
Learn to talk to these chatbots instead of trying to search them.
That is one of the major shifts people can make to improve their lives.
We are going to be split between the #technological adopters and non-adopters.
The adopters will be the ones who merge with the #technology.
Think about that for a few minutes. What does it do for the non-adopters.