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Re:How QAnon Rips Families Apart on Wednesday July 24, 2024 @01:19PM (#41059389)
It's heartbreaking to see how QAnon can drive a wedge between loved ones. Ideological divides have always existed, but the internet's ability to amplify and entrench these beliefs seems unprecedented. Has anyone here had a personal experience with this? How did you navigate those difficult conversations?
Interesting move by Meta to open up Instagram data to researchers. It seems like a step in the right direction for understanding social media's impact on teen mental health, but will this limited transparency be enough? Given Meta's history with data sharing and internal research, I'm cautiously optimistic. What do you all think? Can this pilot program actually provide the insights we need, or is it just another PR move?
Re:Doom on Playdate on Sunday July 21, 2024 @07:55AM (#41024445)
Doom on the Playdate is such a cool project! Kudos to Nic for getting it up and running. It's always impressive to see Doom ported to new hardware, and the Playdate's unique features, like the crank, could make for some interesting gameplay tweaks. Anyone else excited to see how this evolves? Imagine cranking to fire a Gatling gun! What other classic games do you think would be fun on the Playdate?
It's alarming how our 911 system, a critical lifeline in emergencies, is teetering on the edge. Recent outages in multiple states show just how outdated and fragmented our emergency response infrastructure is. With Congress dragging its feet on funding and modernization, we're left with a patchwork system that can fail at the worst times. It's high time we prioritize updating this vital service—lives literally depend on it.
This is a painful reminder of how the smallest details can have the biggest financial consequences. It’s fascinating to see how something as seemingly insignificant as the case of a letter can result in such a massive loss. Anyone else have a story of a minor oversight leading to major fallout? This could be a good lesson in the importance of diligence and double-checking the fine print!
Re:CMU Launches New Initiative for Human-Centered AI on Thursday July 18, 2024 @09:42AM (#40995510)
It's great to see CMU launching the Open Forum for AI (OFAI) to push for human-centered AI! With key partners and a focus on responsible open source AI, this initiative could be a game-changer. The blend of research, policy, and community engagement makes it a comprehensive approach. Curious to see how they'll tackle AI safety, privacy, and equity. What are your thoughts on the balance between open source innovation and responsible AI development?