Be grateful for what you have and stop complaining - it bores everybody else, does you no good, and doesn't solve any problems. Zig Ziglar
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No one who achieves success does so without acknowledging the help of others. The wise and confident acknowledge this help with gratitude. Alfred North Whitehead
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Whatever we are waiting for - peace of mind, contentment, grace, the inner awareness of simple abundance - it will surely come to us, but only when we are ready to receive it with an open and grateful heart. Sarah Ban Breathnach
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Appreciation is the highest form of prayer, for it acknowledges the presence of good wherever you shine the light of your thankful thoughts. Alan Cohen
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I give all the glory to God. It's kind of a win-win situation. The glory goes up to Him and the blessings fall down on me. Gabby Douglas
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Thankfulness is the beginning of gratitude. Gratitude is the completion of thankfulness. Thankfulness may consist merely of words. Gratitude is shown in acts. Henri Frederic Amiel
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I believe that if you don't derive a deep sense of purpose from what you do, if you don't come radiantly alive several times a day, if you don't feel deeply grateful at the tremendous good fortune that has been bestowed on you, then you are wasting your life. And life is too short to waste. Srikumar Rao
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I'd like to say to all my fans out there, thanks for the support. And to all my doubters, thank you very much because you guys have also pushed me. Usain Bolt
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I don't think you should spend your life praying for things, but I do believe you should thank God for what He's given you... but I think the scripture teaches us that we can pray for our dreams, pray for the big things... he's not a small God; this God is incredible. Joel Osteen
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It's been quite a roller coaster ride, but I've grown and learned a lot about myself. The greatest thing is being able to interact with fans and touch people's lives... for that I give thanks. Christina Aguilera
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Be true to yourself, help others, make each day your masterpiece, make friendship a fine art, drink deeply from good books - especially the Bible, build a shelter against a rainy day, give thanks for your blessings and pray for guidance every day. John Wooden
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Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you'll soon find many others around you. Truly appreciate life, and you'll find that you have more of it. Ralph Marston
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I work very hard, and I play very hard. I'm grateful for life. And I live it - I believe life loves the liver of it. I live it. Maya Angelou
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It is just that we should be grateful, not only to those with whose views we may agree, but also to those who have expressed more superficial views; for these also contributed something, by developing before us the powers of thought. Aristotle
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From too much love of living, From hope and fear set free, We thank with brief thanksgiving Whatever gods may be That no life lives for ever; That dead men rise up never; That even the weariest river Winds somewhere safe to sea. Algernon Charles Swinburne
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I'm just thankful for everything, all the blessings in my life, trying to stay that way. I think that's the best way to start your day and finish your day. It keeps everything in perspective. Tim Tebow
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Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything. Charles Kuralt
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When you rise in the morning, give thanks for the light, for your life, for your strength. Give thanks for your food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason to give thanks, the fault lies in yourself. Tecumseh
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Gratitude bestows reverence, allowing us to encounter everyday epiphanies, those transcendent moments of awe that change forever how we experience life and the world. John Milton
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'Thank you' is the best prayer that anyone could say. I say that one a lot. Thank you expresses extreme gratitude, humility, understanding. Alice Walker
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I write about the power of trying, because I want to be okay with failing. I write about generosity because I battle selfishness. I write about joy because I know sorrow. I write about faith because I almost lost mine, and I know what it is to be broken and in need of redemption. I write about gratitude because I am thankful - for all of it. Kristin Armstrong
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Take heed, then, often to come together to give thanks to God, and show forth His praise. For when you assemble frequently in the same place, the powers of Satan are destroyed, and the destruction at which he aims is prevented by the unity of your faith. Ignatius of Antioch
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WWE SmackDown on September 20, 2024, is set to feature significant developments, particularly regarding Bayley, who may be leaving the brand permanently.
My brain is melted away by now.
Changing carrier, and I was assigned the task of comparing shipping prices. 3 new carriers, each with 6 different services and compare them to our 5 existing carriers and their 4-11 services.
All that while working on a calculator to estimate how much a pallet would weigh, the dimensions and a shipping quote template to make it as easy as possible for the client.
And on top of that, fixing 4 different data files that failed because of incorrect data.
Glad this week is over!
Uber is running behind. Got a big presentation today then after, have to pick up 5k dvds. Positive vibes. We've arrived at the end of the week. #business
In my latest article I coined the term "Micro3Mining" for the micro-earning of Crypto on WEB3 platforms like INLEO! I really needed a shorter version that should be easily understood. 😆 #INLEO #cent
Ok, so I've been experimenting with sharing my shorts links on other platforms. When I try sharing the links from my profile and the leoshortsx accounts they do not render a thumnnail, but sharing the 3speak URLs do. We need the InLeo URLs to share in this way #feedback
Hey #inleo I haven't been as regular as I am helping my partner with re-election but will be back soon #outreach wish us luck! maybe we can get her as a guest speaker for future events?
JUST IN: Joel Embiid says he is signing a contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers. The one-time NBA MVP will sign a three-year, $193 million maximum extension with the 76ers, with a player option in 2028-2029, sources tell @ TheAthletic.
He actually stayed with the team he’s been with all his career. Good move for him. Gets hurt too much for my Knicks to have invested in him if they had the chance.
It’s all good if they are hated they must be doing something right!
I remember seeing that slide in real-time. The moment was not lost on me although my brain couldn't quite grasp it I didn't believe my eyes but I knew it had to become a meme. I knew he wouldn't sign again and the validity of that slide would be lost to history. But it is the coolest thing I've ever seen.
Have you seen the results from Sora AI's video generator? The quality is mind-blowing! What happens when this tech becomes free for everyone? #freecompliments #cent #askleo
It is already there. Consider what can be entered into a chatbot. Sure, it is not 100% accurate but people, with nothing more than a prompt, can quickly find out about any topic.
And the next generation of these LLMs will only get better.
I believe that's the problem big brother, they usually tend not to pay attention at all and attention span of youth is dwindling #freecompliments #cent
Well being around so long, I was able to see the changes. The pace was slower. Now, even the most ADHD cant miss it since things are going at a rapid pace.
yes I guess that's the nature of technology, today it's running at 5miles per hour then over night it's at 5million miles per hour 🤣🤣🤣🤣 #freecompliments #cent #meme
You just got DOOKed! @sabrinah thinks your content is the shit. They have 5/200DOOK left to drop today.Learn all about this shit in the toilet paper! 💩
“We are all here fighting to change our lives, no one thinks this is a waste of time, so investing every idea and every drop of sweat will have a great return one day, we just can't give up on the dream.”
I'm thinking platforms might need to label AI-generated content. Would you want to know if a video wasn’t made by a human? Does it matter ?#freecompliments #cent #askleo
Do you like memes? Here is a #threadcast about #memes. Share your memes and let us have some mutual smiles. Use #dailydook on your memes to earn some dook tokens.
You are going to override your first threadcast. You cant have more than one going at the top. If this gets to 15 then your profile will link to this one.
You just got DOOKed! @pepetoken thinks your content is the shit. They have 35/400DOOK left to drop today.Learn all about this shit in the toilet paper! 💩
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This is pretty cool 😎😎😎😎, I love the way you rethread them from your threadcast, as time goes on, it will help in multiplying you pages views..... Because when you click on one, it will take you two steps 😂🤣... 💓💓😘
Its a secret...
3 hours until the Lions Den. We will be covering a great topic today and really driving home a vital concept for digital platforms in the future: the data feedback loop.
We will cover how this changes social media completely (as an owner).
Be a having, as if you didn't have... being a co-owner is nice, but I don't think about it yet, I just contribute to the common pot whenever possible :) !LOLZ
Here is the daily technology #threadcast for 9/20/24. 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.
I agree with you. We are looking at the accumulation of assets being crucial. We are going to see traditional jobs going away. There is an Indian film director who doesnt use humans for music in his films. It is all AI generated.
This is just one example.
Robots are a bit further behind. We are going to see AI crush jobs before that.
Totally agree on this. I have three shows I like a lot : The Wire, Person of Interest and Bosch that I'm plotting to use AI in one year or two to merge all three shows and make a TV Series based on it , including the characters! Huge FOMO
Imagine when actually smart people of the industry start toying with the tech... Our brains are going to explode.
The fight for attention is going to be fiercest than ever...
this is going to be an epic moment, I believe I need to sharpen my AI video editor skills because this is an industry anyone would want to get in early #freecompliments #cent
Brazil has fined Elon Musk's companies after some users in the country were able to briefly access the social media platform X, despite a ban imposed last month.
California's newest law could land social media users who post, or repost, AI deepfakes that deceive voters about upcoming elections in legal trouble.
California’s newest law could land social media users who post, or repost, AI deepfakes that deceive voters about upcoming elections in legal trouble. Governor Gavin Newsom suggests that AB 2839, which went into effect immediately after he signed it on Tuesday, could be used to reel in the retweets of Elon Musk, among others who spread deceptive content.
“I just signed a bill to make this illegal in the state of California,” said Newsom in a tweet, referencing an AI deepfake Musk reposted earlier this year that made it appear Kamala Harris called herself an incompetent candidate and a diversity hire (she did not).
“You can no longer knowingly distribute an ad or other election communications that contain materially deceptive content — including deepfakes,” Newsom said later in the tweet.
California’s new law targets the distributors of AI deepfakes, specifically if the post resembles a candidate on California ballots, and the poster knows it’s a fake that will cause confusion. AB 2839 is unique because it doesn’t go after the creators of AI deepfakes, or the platforms they appear on, but rather those who maliciously spread them. Anyone who sees an AI deepfake on social media can now file for injunctive relief, meaning a judge could order the poster to take it down, or issue monetary damages against the person who posted it.
It’s one of America’s strongest laws against election-related AI deepfakes heading into the 2024 presidential election.
A sponsor that helped draft AB 2839, California Initiative for Technology and Democracy (CITED), tells TechCrunch this law can impact any social media user — not just Musk — who posts or reposts election-related AI deepfakes with malice. “Malice” means the poster knew it was false and would confuse voters.
“[AB 2839] goes after the creators or distributors of content, if the content falls within the terms of the bill,” said CITED’s policy director, Leora Gershenzon, in an interview with TechCrunch. “This is materially deceptive content that is distributed knowing it’s false, with reckless disregard of the truth, and is likely to influence the election.”
When asked whether Musk could face legal action for reposting deepfakes, Newsom did not rule out the possibility.
“I think Mr. Musk has missed the punchline,” said Governor Newsom at a press conference Thursday. “Parody is still alive and well in California, but deepfakes and manipulations of elections — that hurts democracy.”
Specifically, the new law bans election-related AI deepfakes from TV, radio, phone, texts, or any communication “distributed through the internet.” The bill is not exclusive to political campaign ads, which other laws have focused on, but also posts from everyday people. AB 2839 creates a window –120 days before a California election and 60 days after — where there are stricter rules about what you can, and can not, post about political candidates on social media.
“The real goal is actually neither the damages or the injunctive relief,” said Gershenzon. “It’s just to have people not do it in the first place. That actually would be the best outcome… to just have these deepfakes not fraudulently impact our elections.”
This law pertains to candidates for state and local elections in California, as well as federal candidates that will appear on California’s ballot, such as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. If there’s an obvious disclaimer on an AI deepfake, stating that it has been digitally altered, then AB 2839 does not apply to it.
Musk is already trying to test the will to enforce California’s new law. Musk reposted the deepfake resembling Kamala Harris that Newsom referenced in his tweet on Tuesday, amassing more than 31 million impressions on X. Musk also reposted an AI deepfake resembling Governor Newsom on Wednesday, which received more than 7 million impressions.
Musk and X are facing other legal problems related to moderation. For instance, a Brazilian Supreme Court judge fined the X Corporation on Thursday for skirting the country’s ban on the platform. The judge previously said X’s failure to combat fake news and hate speech is harming Brazil’s democracy.
This is the chipmaker's second round of layoffs over the past year, while the company recorded billions in revenue.
Qualcomm, which makes chips for smartphones, said it will lay off 226 workers in San Diego later this year, according to a California WARN notice published this week. The layoffs, which were first reported by The San Diego Union-Tribune, will take effect the week of November 12.
The layoffs affect employees at 16 facilities across San Diego, including the company’s headquarters, which has a cybersecurity presence. It’s unclear if the cybersecurity team is affected, and a Qualcomm spokesperson declined to say when asked by TechCrunch.
In a statement, Qualcomm spokesperson Kristin Stiles said: “Our leading technology and product portfolio has positioned us to execute on our diversification strategy. As part of a normal course of business, we prioritize and align our investments, resources, and talent to ensure we are optimally positioned to take advantage of the unprecedented diversification opportunities in front of us.”
The decision by Qualcomm to lay off hundreds of employees comes less than a year after the chipmaker let go of more than 1,250 workers. During 2023, Qualcomm recorded $35.8 billion in annual revenue and its chief executive Cristiano Amon took home $23.5 million in total executive compensation.
On Monday, Apple released its latest computer operating system update called macOS 15, or Sequoia.
On Monday, Apple released its latest computer operating system update called macOS 15, or Sequoia. And, somehow, the software update has broken the functionality of several security tools made by CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft, and others, according to posts on social media, as well as messages posted in a Mac-focused Slack channel.
At this point, it’s unclear exactly what is the issue, but it appears to affect several products made by companies that provide software for macOS users and enterprises, which has caused frustration among people who work on and with macOS-focused security tools.
“As a developer of macOS security tools, it’s incredibly frustrating to time and time again have to deal with (understandably) upset users (understandably) blaming your tools for breaking their Macs, when in reality it was Apple’s fault all along,” said Patrick Wardle, the founder of Mac and iOS security startup DoubleYou, and a longtime expert on macOS security.
“I get it, that writing bug-free software is challenging, but maybe if Apple spent less time and money on marketing, and more time on actually testing their software, we’d all be better off!” Wardle told TechCrunch.
On the day of macOS Sequoia’s release, a CrowdStrike sales engineer said in a Slack room for Mac admins that the company had to delay support for the new version of Mac’s operating system. “I’m very sorry to report that we will not be supporting Sequoia on day 1 in spite of our intention (and previous track record) to support the latest OS within hours of [General Availability],” the engineer said in the message, seen by TechCrunch.
The engineer also said CrowdStrike sent out a “Tech Alert” to customers, adding that “there’s quite a lot going on with the changes in the network stack.”
”We’re also tracking some similar issues with other vendors, and have feedback and a case in to Apple. While we would love for there to be a fast-follow patch that resolves this for us, we’re acting under the assumption there won’t be and we’ll need to fix it in our code with a sensor release,” the sales engineer wrote.
Starting Thursday, those who are enrolled in Apple’s public beta program will be able to experience the generative AI-fueled platform the company has been talking up since June.
Apple Intelligence took another major step toward mainstream availability Thursday with the launch of the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 public betas.
Starting Thursday, those who are enrolled in Apple’s public beta program will be able to experience the generative AI-fueled platform the company has been talking up since June.
For the time being, Apple Intelligence is only available in U.S. English. The feature is also indefinitely unavailable in both the EU and the People’s Republic of China, owing to regulatory hurdles. Those in the States can access the feature with the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and any member of the newly unveiled iPhone 16 line.
TechCrunch has been putting the developer beta of iOS 18.1 through its paces as part of our iPhone 16 Pro Max review. There are a handful of standout features, including cross-system writing tools, Clean Up for Photos, and the biggest revamp to Siri since launch.
Writing Tools takes advantage of the kinds of generative AI features familiar to anyone who has played around with ChatGPT and its ilk. Along with proofreading and summarizing, the system will rewrite text in a variety of styles, including professional, concise, and friendly. Over in Mail, users gain a Smart Reply feature, message prioritization, and summaries.
Siri gets a big face-lift, beginning with how the smart assistant is presented on-screen. Gone is the colorful Siri icon in the bottom of the screen, replaced by illuminated borders that won’t obscure text. Siri can also better understand when you trip over your words, and for instances when you can’t speak to the assistant, you can type instead.
The last major Siri feature dropping Thursday is product knowledge, wherein users can ask the assistant how to perform a variety of different on-device tasks, from screen recording to resetting an AirTag. Features like conversational and app context and Visual Intelligence are still on the way.
On the Photos front, the most interesting addition is Clean Up, Apple’s answer to Google Magic Eraser. After circling an object with your finger, the tool goes to work removing it by generating a background over it. Search has been improved within the app to accommodate more natural language queries, and users can now generate Memories via a text prompt.
Users must manually enable the feature by going to Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri > Join the Apple Intelligence waitlist. Joining the public beta programs, meanwhile, is as simple as visiting beta.apple.com.
Additional Apple Intelligence features are set to roll out later this year.
There’s ample opportunity in the form of a mobile billboard. Kiwibot is so convinced of this fact that it plunked down $25 million to purchase Nickelytics.
From the standpoint of any advertising executive, Kiwibot has left a lot of money on the table since its robots began making food deliveries on the UC Berkeley campus back in 2017. After all, the semi-autonomous wheeled systems tend to traverse high-traffic areas. In 2024, they can still draw a crowd of curious onlookers. However you ultimately feel about advertising, you can’t deny that there’s ample opportunity in the form of a mobile billboard.
Kiwibot is so convinced of this fact that it plunked down $25 million to purchase Nickelytics. Founded in 2019, the Tampa-based firm specializes in car-wrap advertising. It has since branched out into truck advertising, as well as digital ads through displays like the tablets found in the backseat of ridesharing cars.
In March, the company partnered with Kiwi competitor Starship to bring wrapper ads to robots designated for the University of Utah and UCLA. That pilot program launched with the “Love, Your Mind” campaign from Huntsman Mental Health Institute and the Ad Council.
Clearly Kiwi liked what it saw. The robotics firm is particularly interested in Nickelytics’ data analytics. That, combined with Kiwibot’s route mapping, offers advertisers an opportunity to spread the word in high-traffic spots spread out across more than 20 states.
As part of the deal, Nickelytics CEO Judah Longgrear will join Kiwibot as a co-founder. The ad firm currently has a number of high-profile customers, including AWS, Coinbase, Nationwide, and DirectTV. Those clients, in turn, will have access to more than 500 mobile Kiwibots.
“This acquisition is all about strategically positioning ourselves as a market leader and elevating our offering with Nickelytics’ added approach,” Kiwibots CEO Felipe Chavez said of the deal. “By integrating our technologies and scaling our operations, we’re laying the groundwork for global expansion and continued innovation that will bring a new edge to advertising.”
Belfius is leading Alan’s Series F funding round of €173 million (around $193 million at current exchange rates).
Alan, the French insurance unicorn, just signed a multi-faceted deal with Belfius, one the largest banks in Belgium, that includes a distribution partnership along with a significant financial investment in the startup.
Belfius is leading Alan’s Series F funding round of €173 million (around $193 million at current exchange rates). Some of Alan’s existing investors are participating once again, namely OTPP via Teachers’ Venture Growth, Temasek, Coatue and Lakestar.
If you aren’t familiar with Alan, the company originally started with a health insurance product that complements the national healthcare system in France. French companies must provide health insurance to all their employees when they join.
Alan has optimized its core product as much as possible so that its user experience is much better than a legacy insurance provider’s. For instance, Alan has automated many parts of the claim management system. In some cases, you get a reimbursement on your bank account just a minute after leaving the doctor’s office.
Over time, the company added other health-related services, such as the ability to chat with doctors, order prescription glasses, and use preventive care content on mental health, back pain and more via its mobile app. More recently, the company has turned to AI to increase its productivity.
Earlier this year, Alan shared some metrics about the company’s performance. The company had said that over 500,000 people were covered by Alan’s insurance products, and it could reach profitability without raising another funding round.
But Alan said the partnership with Belfius was a good opportunity to grow its customer base in Belgium — the bank will offer the startup’s health insurance products to its own corporate and institutional clients, which represent millions of employees.
“This privileged partnership with Belfius, whose transformation over the past decade has been truly inspiring, opens the door to a new era for Alan in Belgium. Belfius’ investment will allow us to accelerate our development and expand our capacity to offer cutting-edge, accessible health products and services to a wide audience,” Alan’s co-founder and CEO, Jean-Charles Samuelian-Werve, said in a statement.
The Volkswagen Group Faces Major Challenges Amid Auto Industry Upheaval
The automotive industry is undergoing its most significant transformation since the invention of the automobile, and the Volkswagen Group, one of the world's largest automakers, is feeling the pressure. Recent reports indicate that the company is facing declining sales, factory closures, and a struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing market dynamics, particularly in China and Germany.
Volkswagen's troubles are manifesting in several ways:
electric vehicle Setbacks: The company has experienced a rapid decline in electric vehicle sales in the United States, forcing a recall of 100,000 vehicles due to faulty doors.
Production Halts: Ongoing technical issues have led to a complete stop in production for nearly a year.
Factory Closures in Germany: Inefficient operations have resulted in the closure of factories and the layoff of thousands of workers, sparking outrage among German unions.
Chinese Market Struggles: Contrary to expectations, Volkswagen's sales continue to decline even in China, leading to the shutdown of two factories according to local media reports.
China, once seen as a potential solution to Volkswagen's problems, is proving to be equally challenging:
Joint Venture Woes: Volkswagen and its Chinese partner, SAIC Motor, are shutting down one of the world's largest car factories, capable of producing 2.1 million cars annually, due to declining sales of combustion-powered vehicles and the rising popularity of EVs.
Capacity Utilization Issues: The joint venture's factories are only operating at 58% of their total capacity of 2.1 million vehicles, making them financially unviable.
Skoda Brand Review: Volkswagen is conducting a strategy review of its Skoda brand due to dropping sales, with the possibility of the brand exiting the Chinese market entirely.
The transcript highlights the difficulties legacy automakers face in transitioning to electric vehicle production:
Factory Conversion: Despite claims that legacy automakers can easily convert existing factories to EV production, Volkswagen's actions suggest this is more challenging than anticipated.
EV Sales Growth: While EV sales in China have hit record levels, growing 50% year-over-year and reaching 55% market share, Volkswagen has struggled to capitalize on this trend.
Platform Challenges: Volkswagen is relying on older EV platforms from Chinese partners, potentially putting them at a competitive disadvantage.
The Volkswagen Group is taking drastic steps to address its financial challenges:
Factory Closures in Germany: Plans to close two factories in Germany aim to save approximately 1 billion euros over the next two years.
Union Opposition: These cost-cutting measures have met fierce resistance from powerful German labor unions.
Employment contracts: Many Volkswagen employees in Germany have contracts that make it difficult to terminate their employment, complicating restructuring efforts.
Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is ditching human musicians for artificial intelligence, saying he'll use only AI-generated tunes in future projects, a Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma says he'll use only AI-generated music in future projects.
Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is ditching human musicians for artificial intelligence, saying he’ll use only AI-generated tunes in future projects, a move that underscores AI’s growing reach in creative industries.
The filmmaker and screenwriter, known for popular Bollywood movies including Company, Rangeela, Sarkar, and Satya has launched a venture, called RGV Den Music, that will only feature music generated from AI apps including Suno and Udio, he told TechCrunch.
Varma said he will use the AI-generated music in all his projects, including movies. The entire background score on his new feature movie, called Saree, is also AI-generated, he said.
In an interview, Varma urged artists to embrace AI rather than resist it. “Eventually, the music comes from your thoughts. You need to have clarity on what you want the app to produce. It’s the taste that will matter,” he said.
The director’s move comes as AI continues to make inroads into creative industries, prompting both excitement over new possibilities and concern about potential job losses. Many high-profile directors, including Oscar-winner Christopher Nolan have cautioned against over-reliance on AI, asserting that it cannot replace human intuition in artistic creation.
India leads the world in film production, churning out between 1,500 and 2,000 movies annually. Its music industry is equally prolific, releasing a staggering 20,000 to 25,000 songs annually.
Varma criticized composers for frequent deadline misses and scheduling conflicts, while accusing lyricists of failing to capture the essence of songs. He argued that these human factors often impede the creative process, making music production both time-consuming and costly. AI, he argues, delivers instantly — at “zero cost.”
“Human musicians, composers, lyricists, and singers will be vastly affected and then completely disappear in the near future as the apps keep developing at a rapid pace,” he predicted.
Varma said he was working with startups Reclaim Protocol and Story Protocol to secure the IP of his AI-generated songs using cryptographic proofs.
"Core Cutting Today" News Roundup: Amazon's satelliteInternet, Device Discontinuations, and More
In the latest episode of "Core Cutting Today," host Luke provides a comprehensive update on major developments in the world of cord-cutting and tech. The show covers several significant stories, offering insights into the evolving landscape of homeentertainment and internet services.
Amazon is making waves with its plans to launch a satellite-based home internet service, potentially rivaling SpaceX's Starlink. The tech giant is reportedly investing a staggering $20 billion in this venture, aiming to offer competitive or cheaper rates compared to existing satellite internet providers.
Key points of Amazon's satellite internet project:
The host emphasizes the potential impact of this service on rural and underserved areas, drawing parallels to how Starlink has already transformed connectivity in places like rural Alaska. The project, despite facing some delays, is progressing with successful test satellite launches.
In a surprising move, Amazon appears to have discontinued the Echo Show 15. The device is no longer available for purchase as a new item on Amazon's website, with only refurbished models remaining. This development suggests a possible refresh of Amazon's Fire TV device lineup.
The Echo Show 15, praised for its versatility as a kitchen or small space TV with built-in Alexa capabilities, may soon see a successor. The host speculates on the potential for new Fire TV devices, noting Amazon's recent aggressive discounting of Fire TV streaming players.
T-Mobile is facing a lawsuit over its "lifetime pricing guarantee." The company, which previously advertised a price lock guarantee, has been raising prices and modifying its promise to a "price like guarantee." A judge has ruled that T-Mobile must face a lawsuit regarding this practice, raising questions about the sustainability of long-term price guarantees in the face of inflation and rising costs.
TCL TV Plus, a free streaming service, has added a new channel featuring the Jim Rome Show and introduced a dedicated Halloween content area.
Amazon Prime members can now enjoy an early Prime day deal, offering $10 off GrubHub orders of $50 or more, along with a free GrubHub membership for Prime subscribers.
The host briefly touches on the ongoing competition between Amazon Prime and Walmart+, highlighting the different benefits each service offers to subscribers.
The episode concludes with the host expressing gratitude for the show's recent growth, mentioning thousands of new subscribers in recent weeks. He also promotes his second channel, "The Breakdown with Luke," which covers a broader range of technology topics beyond cord-cutting.
As "Core Cutting Today" celebrates its fifth anniversary, the host hints at exciting plans for the remainder of 2024 and into 2025, promising continued in-depth coverage of the ever-changing world of cord-cutting and streaming technology.
The traditional technology of producing dried meat in the stomach of a lamb called "matsik" involves drying the product in a leeward shady place without the presence of nitrite salt, which makes it a dangerous product. :) !BEER
Snapchat just dropped a cool new feature for select creators, a powerful AI video-generation tool! Right now, it turns text into videos, but soon you’ll be able to use images as prompts too. Powered by Snap’s own video models, it’s launching in beta for web users first. While Snapchat hasn't shown off any video examples yet, it’s clearly aiming to compete with the big names like OpenAI and Adobe. Keep an eye out if you're into content creation!
New iOS & macOS Updates: AI Tools You’ll Actually Use!
Apple just dropped the public betas for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, loaded with cool AI features. Imagine rewriting texts or cleaning up photos with a single tap. If you've got the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, or an M1-powered iPad or Mac, you're in luck, these AI tools are all yours! The full updates are expected to roll out by October, so get ready to take your devices to the next level.
Cruise is rolling out human-driven cars in Sunnyvale and Mountain View to prep for autonomous vehicle (AV) testing later this fall. After an October 2023 crash led to leadership changes and a settlement, Cruise is hitting reset with new software updates. They've even teamed up with Uber to launch robotaxi services by 2025. Keep an eye out for big changes coming soon!
Create 3D Models from a Single Image in Just 5 Minutes!
Vista3D is a game-changer for 3D modeling. Imagine uploading one image and getting a full 3D model in just five minutes. It uses a smart two-step process: first, it sketches out the basic shape, and then it fills in the details, even the parts you can't see! Whether you’re a designer, game dev, or just curious about 3D modeling, Vista3D makes creating detailed, complete 3D models fast and easy.
AI is getting an emotional upgrade, thanks to companies like Humanizer. Their AI models can now interpret emotions by analyzing voice, facial expressions, and language patterns. This breakthrough could totally transform industries like customer service and healthcare by making tech more compassionate and personal. As AI becomes more empathetic, businesses will need to rethink how they use it, or risk falling behind. It's no longer just about making tech faster, it’s about making it more human. For all of us, this means tech that works with you, not just for you. Exciting times ahead!
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Wow, I am so sad, 28 years as a professor, now behind the wheel as a cab driver, how terrible to live in a communist country where professors are not valued.
”The clearest way to make a 10x improvement is to invent something completely new. If you build something valuable where there was nothing before, the increase in value is theoretically infinite.”
Can human creators compete with AI like Sora that makes creating sharp, realistic videos a breeze? Well You might say yes but will it be at the same level of ease? NO #freecompliments #cent #askleo
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Definitely I know I just wrote it to a person after writing it I realized how deep it was.
Everything is related to that human being, sometimes extremes are bad, cold hot white black friend enemy good enemy bad, I didn't set commas separating those things because in the end we are the ones who should know where we are best.
#threadcast #gmfrens #freecompliments #cent
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🧵 4. Industry experts and studies support RFK Jr.'s stance on Bitcoin miners using carbon-free energy. Debate ongoing on mining's environmental impact.
🧵 5. Kennedy's letter challenges negative portrayal of Bitcoin mining's energy consumption, cites benefits for grid stability and renewable energy growth.
A cinematic view of a futuristic, eco-friendly city powered entirely by AI, where solar panels on skyscrapers, green roofs, and automated irrigation systems maintain the urban jungle. The scene shows AI robots tending to vertical gardens while autonomous cars glide below
A cinematic view of a futuristic, eco-friendly city powered entirely by AI, where solar panels on skyscrapers, green roofs, and automated irrigation systems maintain the urban jungle. The scene shows AI robots tending to vertical gardens while autonomous cars glide below
A sprawling, ultra-modern cityscape at sunset, where AI-controlled drones patrol the skies, and sleek, autonomous vehicles glide silently through the streets. Skyscrapers gleam with holographic advertisements, while people interact with AI assistants in the background
A futuristic marketplace bustling with humans and AI robots, where shoppers pick up groceries while robots stock shelves and perform tasks. The streets are lined with digital billboards and AI-run coffee stands, offering seamless service to everyone
A futuristic marketplace bustling with humans and AI robots, where shoppers pick up groceries while robots stock shelves and perform tasks. The streets are lined with digital billboards and AI-run coffee stands, offering seamless service to everyone
A futuristic marketplace bustling with humans and AI robots, where shoppers pick up groceries while robots stock shelves and perform tasks. The streets are lined with digital billboards and AI-run coffee stands, offering seamless service to everyone
A futuristic marketplace bustling with humans and AI robots, where shoppers pick up groceries while robots stock shelves and perform tasks. The streets are lined with digital billboards and AI-run coffee stands, offering seamless service to everyone
A serene, AI-managed urban park in the middle of a futuristic city, with neatly maintained green spaces, self-driving lawnmowers, and automated food trucks serving park-goers. People relax as AI drones monitor air quality and security
A serene, AI-managed urban park in the middle of a futuristic city, with neatly maintained green spaces, self-driving lawnmowers, and automated food trucks serving park-goers. People relax as AI drones monitor air quality and security
A serene, AI-managed urban park in the middle of a futuristic city, with neatly maintained green spaces, self-driving lawnmowers, and automated food trucks serving park-goers. People relax as AI drones monitor air quality and security
A serene, AI-managed urban park in the middle of a futuristic city, with neatly maintained green spaces, self-driving lawnmowers, and automated food trucks serving park-goers. People relax as AI drones monitor air quality and security
A hyper-efficient, AI-powered public transportation hub where autonomous trains and buses arrive with perfect timing, moving seamlessly through the city. The station is sleek, with holographic departure boards and AI guides assisting travelers
A hyper-efficient, AI-powered public transportation hub where autonomous trains and buses arrive with perfect timing, moving seamlessly through the city. The station is sleek, with holographic departure boards and AI guides assisting travelers
A hyper-efficient, AI-powered public transportation hub where autonomous trains and buses arrive with perfect timing, moving seamlessly through the city. The station is sleek, with holographic departure boards and AI guides assisting travelers
A hyper-efficient, AI-powered public transportation hub where autonomous trains and buses arrive with perfect timing, moving seamlessly through the city. The station is sleek, with holographic departure boards and AI guides assisting travelers
A cinematic view of a futuristic, eco-friendly city powered entirely by AI, where solar panels on skyscrapers, green roofs, and automated irrigation systems maintain the urban jungle. The scene shows AI robots tending to vertical gardens while autonomous cars glide below
A cinematic view of a futuristic, eco-friendly city powered entirely by AI, where solar panels on skyscrapers, green roofs, and automated irrigation systems maintain the urban jungle. The scene shows AI robots tending to vertical gardens while autonomous cars glide below
Today might be the day I reach 17,000 HP.
Keep it up. That is how you make a difference. Keep building your stake.
I can't wait to hit the next milestone.
Yep. That is how it works. Just keep showing up each day and building.
Awesome
that's a fantastic number. Your curation rewards on that HP could be a huge boon in a bull run.
This is my expectation.
#gmfrens and Happy Friday! Here is the Motivation, Inspiration, Success #threadcast for 9/20/2024.
#1440minutes #motivationsonleo #inspirationonleo #successonleo #motivation #inspiration #success
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No duty is more urgent than that of returning thanks. James Allen
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Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. Melody Beattie
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If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is thank you, it will be enough. Meister Eckhart
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Be grateful for what you have and stop complaining - it bores everybody else, does you no good, and doesn't solve any problems. Zig Ziglar
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I'm thankful to my family, friends, and fans for all of their support. Serena Williams
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No one who achieves success does so without acknowledging the help of others. The wise and confident acknowledge this help with gratitude. Alfred North Whitehead
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Whatever we are waiting for - peace of mind, contentment, grace, the inner awareness of simple abundance - it will surely come to us, but only when we are ready to receive it with an open and grateful heart. Sarah Ban Breathnach
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When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others. Dalai Lama
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Gratitude is the sign of noble souls. Aesop
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Appreciation is the highest form of prayer, for it acknowledges the presence of good wherever you shine the light of your thankful thoughts. Alan Cohen
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I give all the glory to God. It's kind of a win-win situation. The glory goes up to Him and the blessings fall down on me. Gabby Douglas
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Thankfulness is the beginning of gratitude. Gratitude is the completion of thankfulness. Thankfulness may consist merely of words. Gratitude is shown in acts. Henri Frederic Amiel
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Gratitude is the most exquisite form of courtesy. Jacques Maritain
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Gratitude is a duty which ought to be paid, but which none have a right to expect. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
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I believe that if you don't derive a deep sense of purpose from what you do, if you don't come radiantly alive several times a day, if you don't feel deeply grateful at the tremendous good fortune that has been bestowed on you, then you are wasting your life. And life is too short to waste. Srikumar Rao
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There's no happier person than a truly thankful, content person. Joyce Meyer
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All our discontents about what we want appeared to spring from the want of thankfulness for what we have. Daniel Defoe
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Let us be grateful to the mirror for revealing to us our appearance only. Samuel Butler
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I'd like to say to all my fans out there, thanks for the support. And to all my doubters, thank you very much because you guys have also pushed me. Usain Bolt
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When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around. Willie Nelson
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Joy is the simplest form of gratitude. Karl Barth
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Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul. Henry Ward Beecher
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Whatever life throws at me I'll take it and be grateful for it as well. Tom Felton
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I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder. Gilbert K. Chesterton
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Gratitude changes the pangs of memory into a tranquil joy. Dietrich Bonhoeffer
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If you suffer, thank God! It is a sure sign that you are alive. Elbert Hubbard
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The trick is to be grateful when your mood is high and graceful when it is low. Richard Carlson
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When a person doesn't have gratitude, something is missing in his or her humanity. Elie Wiesel
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Old age is not a matter for sorrow. It is matter for thanks if we have left our work done behind us. Thomas Carlyle
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I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose. Woody Allen
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I don't think you should spend your life praying for things, but I do believe you should thank God for what He's given you... but I think the scripture teaches us that we can pray for our dreams, pray for the big things... he's not a small God; this God is incredible. Joel Osteen
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It's been quite a roller coaster ride, but I've grown and learned a lot about myself. The greatest thing is being able to interact with fans and touch people's lives... for that I give thanks. Christina Aguilera
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Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all the others. Marcus Tullius Cicero
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Be true to yourself, help others, make each day your masterpiece, make friendship a fine art, drink deeply from good books - especially the Bible, build a shelter against a rainy day, give thanks for your blessings and pray for guidance every day. John Wooden
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Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you'll soon find many others around you. Truly appreciate life, and you'll find that you have more of it. Ralph Marston
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Thank you for life, and all the little ups and downs that make it worth living. Travis Barker
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Keep your eyes open to your mercies. The man who forgets to be thankful has fallen asleep in life. Robert Louis Stevenson
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I work very hard, and I play very hard. I'm grateful for life. And I live it - I believe life loves the liver of it. I live it. Maya Angelou
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It is just that we should be grateful, not only to those with whose views we may agree, but also to those who have expressed more superficial views; for these also contributed something, by developing before us the powers of thought. Aristotle
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From too much love of living, From hope and fear set free, We thank with brief thanksgiving Whatever gods may be That no life lives for ever; That dead men rise up never; That even the weariest river Winds somewhere safe to sea. Algernon Charles Swinburne
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I do not so much rejoice that God hath made me to be a Queen, as to be a Queen over so thankful a people. Elizabeth I
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When you are grateful - when you can see what you have - you unlock blessings to flow in your life. Suze Orman
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I'm just thankful for everything, all the blessings in my life, trying to stay that way. I think that's the best way to start your day and finish your day. It keeps everything in perspective. Tim Tebow
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Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything. Charles Kuralt
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Well, there's not a day goes by when I don't get up and say thank you to somebody. Rod Stewart
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Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it. William Arthur Ward
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When you rise in the morning, give thanks for the light, for your life, for your strength. Give thanks for your food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason to give thanks, the fault lies in yourself. Tecumseh
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The hardest arithmetic to master is that which enables us to count our blessings. Eric Hoffer
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Some people are always grumbling because roses have thorns; I am thankful that thorns have roses. Alphonse Karr
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Gratitude bestows reverence, allowing us to encounter everyday epiphanies, those transcendent moments of awe that change forever how we experience life and the world. John Milton
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'Thank you' is the best prayer that anyone could say. I say that one a lot. Thank you expresses extreme gratitude, humility, understanding. Alice Walker
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Does not the gratitude of the dog put to shame any man who is ungrateful to his benefactors? Saint Basil
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Never take anything for granted. Benjamin Disraeli
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I am what I am, I'm doing very well in my life, and I'm thankful to God for that. LL Cool J
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I write about the power of trying, because I want to be okay with failing. I write about generosity because I battle selfishness. I write about joy because I know sorrow. I write about faith because I almost lost mine, and I know what it is to be broken and in need of redemption. I write about gratitude because I am thankful - for all of it. Kristin Armstrong
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God has two dwellings; one in heaven, and the other in a meek and thankful heart. Izaak Walton
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I have nothing to ask for, thanks to God. Everything I have, God has given me. Mariano Rivera
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I'm grateful for always this moment, the now, no matter what form it takes. Eckhart Tolle
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Take heed, then, often to come together to give thanks to God, and show forth His praise. For when you assemble frequently in the same place, the powers of Satan are destroyed, and the destruction at which he aims is prevented by the unity of your faith. Ignatius of Antioch
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I wouldn't change anything. I've made mistakes, but thanks to those mistakes, I've learned. Enrique Iglesias
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WWE SmackDown on September 20, 2024, is set to feature significant developments, particularly regarding Bayley, who may be leaving the brand permanently.
#cent #woogame #wwe #wrestlingon
My brain is melted away by now.
Changing carrier, and I was assigned the task of comparing shipping prices. 3 new carriers, each with 6 different services and compare them to our 5 existing carriers and their 4-11 services.
All that while working on a calculator to estimate how much a pallet would weigh, the dimensions and a shipping quote template to make it as easy as possible for the client.
And on top of that, fixing 4 different data files that failed because of incorrect data.
Glad this week is over!
#work #life #excel #shipping #brainmelt #pob #cent
Sounds like you need a huge break. And a drink, maybe? Celebrate getting through the week.
It's been a rough week, that's for sure. Definitely need a beer... or 30 😅
Get out there and make the day your bitch
Be one with the planet...go barefoot (and bask in the glory of feet).
How many tokens have you created today?
Everyone wants to get tokens from Leo, but how many have you given to it?
This is a crucial concept for everyone to understand.
Maybe prevention is a necessary action, but I don't like the word :) !VSC
Uber is running behind. Got a big presentation today then after, have to pick up 5k dvds. Positive vibes. We've arrived at the end of the week. #business
where did you find 5k dvds???
bulk supplier hookup
very nice
I posted a short showing the haul
https://img.inleo.io/DQmPEaNC5LLhm4RQx1jRoTvSXkXRubKXstP2bQ7wBvNuVfv/images%20(4).png
So true
#wisdom #writing #cent
for the new users. If you search for #comcisonleo
all 56 comics strips of Tales of Thunk are available to read.
here is an oldie but a good
number 9
Made a huge improvement to comment sections
We're testing it in Labs and will push to Production this weekend
If you've ever been annoyed by comments loading slowly on long-form blogs (especially ones with a lot of comments), this is about to get fixed
I care about @gubbahomestead 's mind-opening healthy life and survival tips content.
What about you?
https://inleo.io/threads/view/gubbahomestead/re-kjuomqyfst
If you knew how valuable your private information was, or how dangerous it could be in the wrong hands, you'd do more to hold on to it.
100% privacy is the most basic human right. hold it tight
Takes active work to make it happen though.
wild how the world has changed in that way
this is the truth
It's absolutely brutal how much info people just give away.
100 percent.
Shameful TBH
You are quite right, I think that many times we are not aware that our information is worth millions to some. 🥴
Business backs my partner in her election as members of two major parties go head to head in the ultimate community show down 1/2 https://img.inleo.io/DQme1qG2m2kGETfCuioNv61p72LFAUvEz3DqcxNcd1jPGoF/460335369_1079841720809294_647549874822462090_n%20(1).jpg
Find out more on #InLeo built on #Hive 2/2
https://inleo.io/@melbourneswest/campaign-trail-picks-up-as-the-community-backs-my-partner--gfj
scent of the sea
I sense something
just out of reach
#bcpoets #leopoets #apoemaday
In my latest article I coined the term "Micro3Mining" for the micro-earning of Crypto on WEB3 platforms like INLEO! I really needed a shorter version that should be easily understood. 😆 #INLEO #cent
That sounds very interesting and that way all users understand and bet
Yeah, I kinda like it!
👍
I love micro things.
Maybe micro-gain or just micro-mining
#freecompliments
Hi friends I'm starting a new hashtag on Inleo threads called #leowrestling let's see all wrestling fans gather up on Inleo 🔥💪🦁
Hey! This is awesome
Perhaps @bookerman would also be interested in getting involved 👀
Ok, so I've been experimenting with sharing my shorts links on other platforms. When I try sharing the links from my profile and the leoshortsx accounts they do not render a thumnnail, but sharing the 3speak URLs do. We need the InLeo URLs to share in this way #feedback
hmmm okay I'm on it
Hey #inleo I haven't been as regular as I am helping my partner with re-election but will be back soon #outreach wish us luck! maybe we can get her as a guest speaker for future events?
idk about you but I am rock hard thinking about the launch of OnlyLEOs
https://inleo.io/threads/view/khaleelkazi/re-bitcoinman-vtquvsxf
OnlyLeo sounds more interesting.
#freecompliments
Wooooooo!
JUST IN: Joel Embiid says he is signing a contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers. The one-time NBA MVP will sign a three-year, $193 million maximum extension with the 76ers, with a player option in 2028-2029, sources tell @ TheAthletic.
#sports #nba
Sorry man, I assume you thought he'd sign with the Mets. You see, everybody hates the Mets. This proves it.
He actually stayed with the team he’s been with all his career. Good move for him. Gets hurt too much for my Knicks to have invested in him if they had the chance.
It’s all good if they are hated they must be doing something right!
I remember seeing that slide in real-time. The moment was not lost on me although my brain couldn't quite grasp it I didn't believe my eyes but I knew it had to become a meme. I knew he wouldn't sign again and the validity of that slide would be lost to history. But it is the coolest thing I've ever seen.
It is cool 😎
I remember when we were stunned that Jordon made $30 million in a year.
Those days are looooooon gone and MJ deserved every penny. Im sure you and millions of others would agree.
Without a doubt. He was also way ahead of everyone else in the earnings.
Of course, he actually made more money outside the NBA than he did from his salary.
He is in his fifties and kids are still buying “Jordan’s”… That says it all!
MJ was the one who really elevated marketing and branding. In the US Arnold Palmer was pretty big but MJ went galactic.
Definitely a business man. The pioneer for black athletes in many facets.
Have you seen the results from Sora AI's video generator? The quality is mind-blowing! What happens when this tech becomes free for everyone? #freecompliments #cent #askleo
Isn't it amazing that people are overlooking some of the most powerful technology the world have ever seen and it is basically free?
yes that's what shocks me the fact that it's free for all #freecompliments #cent
The price of knowledge is going to zero.
Now that will be a civilization I would want to see hahahaha #freecompliments #cent
It is already there. Consider what can be entered into a chatbot. Sure, it is not 100% accurate but people, with nothing more than a prompt, can quickly find out about any topic.
And the next generation of these LLMs will only get better.
you're absolutely right on this brother.. and infact that brings me to my next thoughts... GPT 5 😱😱😱😱😱😱😱 it's insane #freecompliments #cent
Yep. And still people complain. They tend not to pay attention.
I believe that's the problem big brother, they usually tend not to pay attention at all and attention span of youth is dwindling #freecompliments #cent
Well being around so long, I was able to see the changes. The pace was slower. Now, even the most ADHD cant miss it since things are going at a rapid pace.
yes I guess that's the nature of technology, today it's running at 5miles per hour then over night it's at 5million miles per hour 🤣🤣🤣🤣 #freecompliments #cent #meme
This feedback is so valuable
Keep it coming
https://inleo.io/threads/view/bushcraftbites/re-fymltzkfjw
Pink tavern in Dominican Republic... #photographers #photography #photocast #leotravel
I would love to take some pictures of me in a nice Ankara print here. #freecompliments !DOOK
You just got DOOKed!
@sabrinah thinks your content is the shit.
They have 5/200 DOOK left to drop today.
Learn all about this shit in the toilet paper! 💩
Why not?
https://inleo.io/threads/view/khaleelkazi/re-leothreads-2hhy5dula
This is pretty cool 😎😎😎😎
Click pic for better view
📷 📷 📷
#photographers #photography #silverbloggers #centraloregon
“We are all here fighting to change our lives, no one thinks this is a waste of time, so investing every idea and every drop of sweat will have a great return one day, we just can't give up on the dream.”
#freecompliments #phrases
I'm thinking platforms might need to label AI-generated content. Would you want to know if a video wasn’t made by a human? Does it matter ?#freecompliments #cent #askleo
At this point it might matter but it will not in the future. Do people care if calculations are done by humans or computer? No.
This is absolutely true. Platforms like Leo need AI tools that generate more data. It is crucial going forward.
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In the future it would be really cool to see a competition like this.
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I will just connect my mind to the bot I have with the jetpack and beat you. Plus, you can run into the wall while I am comfy on my sofa.
It's nice sometimes to feel a little adrenaline hahaha...
Maybe I won't get much from the couch. Perhaps...
Give me a robot to bring things to me.
That would be more practical hahaha...
Task, you are already aware that in some areas, especially in factories, the replacement of humans by machines is already happening.
Fully autonomous robots working non-stop without any human presence. This will definitely be the future.
I think cryptocurrencies will play a fundamental role when the vast majority of people no longer have “traditional” jobs.
I agree with you. We are looking at the accumulation of assets being crucial. We are going to see traditional jobs going away. There is an Indian film director who doesnt use humans for music in his films. It is all AI generated.
This is just one example.
Robots are a bit further behind. We are going to see AI crush jobs before that.
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As AI gets better at content creation, will people care if their favorite creators use it? #freecompliments #cent #askleo
Nope. In fact, some of the favorite creators might actually be AI.
My view is we are going to have AI film stars. People are going to be prompting full length films in a few years.
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That will be something interesting. Great idea and a terrific way to start thinking about the possibilities.
Imagine when actually smart people of the industry start toying with the tech... Our brains are going to explode.
The fight for attention is going to be fiercest than ever...
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That is true.
I agree. Ultimately the idea has to come from the user and the AI tool well is just that a tool.
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Elon Musk's reposts of Kamala Harris deepfakes may not fly under new California law
California's newest law could land social media users who post, or repost, AI deepfakes that deceive voters about upcoming elections in legal trouble.
California’s newest law could land social media users who post, or repost, AI deepfakes that deceive voters about upcoming elections in legal trouble. Governor Gavin Newsom suggests that AB 2839, which went into effect immediately after he signed it on Tuesday, could be used to reel in the retweets of Elon Musk, among others who spread deceptive content.
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“I just signed a bill to make this illegal in the state of California,” said Newsom in a tweet, referencing an AI deepfake Musk reposted earlier this year that made it appear Kamala Harris called herself an incompetent candidate and a diversity hire (she did not).
“You can no longer knowingly distribute an ad or other election communications that contain materially deceptive content — including deepfakes,” Newsom said later in the tweet.
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California’s new law targets the distributors of AI deepfakes, specifically if the post resembles a candidate on California ballots, and the poster knows it’s a fake that will cause confusion. AB 2839 is unique because it doesn’t go after the creators of AI deepfakes, or the platforms they appear on, but rather those who maliciously spread them. Anyone who sees an AI deepfake on social media can now file for injunctive relief, meaning a judge could order the poster to take it down, or issue monetary damages against the person who posted it.
It’s one of America’s strongest laws against election-related AI deepfakes heading into the 2024 presidential election.
A sponsor that helped draft AB 2839, California Initiative for Technology and Democracy (CITED), tells TechCrunch this law can impact any social media user — not just Musk — who posts or reposts election-related AI deepfakes with malice. “Malice” means the poster knew it was false and would confuse voters.
“[AB 2839] goes after the creators or distributors of content, if the content falls within the terms of the bill,” said CITED’s policy director, Leora Gershenzon, in an interview with TechCrunch. “This is materially deceptive content that is distributed knowing it’s false, with reckless disregard of the truth, and is likely to influence the election.”
When asked whether Musk could face legal action for reposting deepfakes, Newsom did not rule out the possibility.
“I think Mr. Musk has missed the punchline,” said Governor Newsom at a press conference Thursday. “Parody is still alive and well in California, but deepfakes and manipulations of elections — that hurts democracy.”
Specifically, the new law bans election-related AI deepfakes from TV, radio, phone, texts, or any communication “distributed through the internet.” The bill is not exclusive to political campaign ads, which other laws have focused on, but also posts from everyday people. AB 2839 creates a window –120 days before a California election and 60 days after — where there are stricter rules about what you can, and can not, post about political candidates on social media.
“The real goal is actually neither the damages or the injunctive relief,” said Gershenzon. “It’s just to have people not do it in the first place. That actually would be the best outcome… to just have these deepfakes not fraudulently impact our elections.”
This law pertains to candidates for state and local elections in California, as well as federal candidates that will appear on California’s ballot, such as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. If there’s an obvious disclaimer on an AI deepfake, stating that it has been digitally altered, then AB 2839 does not apply to it.
Musk is already trying to test the will to enforce California’s new law. Musk reposted the deepfake resembling Kamala Harris that Newsom referenced in his tweet on Tuesday, amassing more than 31 million impressions on X. Musk also reposted an AI deepfake resembling Governor Newsom on Wednesday, which received more than 7 million impressions.
Musk and X are facing other legal problems related to moderation. For instance, a Brazilian Supreme Court judge fined the X Corporation on Thursday for skirting the country’s ban on the platform. The judge previously said X’s failure to combat fake news and hate speech is harming Brazil’s democracy.
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Chipmaker Qualcomm lays off hundreds of workers in San Diego
This is the chipmaker's second round of layoffs over the past year, while the company recorded billions in revenue.
Qualcomm, which makes chips for smartphones, said it will lay off 226 workers in San Diego later this year, according to a California WARN notice published this week. The layoffs, which were first reported by The San Diego Union-Tribune, will take effect the week of November 12.
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The layoffs affect employees at 16 facilities across San Diego, including the company’s headquarters, which has a cybersecurity presence. It’s unclear if the cybersecurity team is affected, and a Qualcomm spokesperson declined to say when asked by TechCrunch.
In a statement, Qualcomm spokesperson Kristin Stiles said: “Our leading technology and product portfolio has positioned us to execute on our diversification strategy. As part of a normal course of business, we prioritize and align our investments, resources, and talent to ensure we are optimally positioned to take advantage of the unprecedented diversification opportunities in front of us.”
The decision by Qualcomm to lay off hundreds of employees comes less than a year after the chipmaker let go of more than 1,250 workers. During 2023, Qualcomm recorded $35.8 billion in annual revenue and its chief executive Cristiano Amon took home $23.5 million in total executive compensation.
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Apple's new macOS Sequoia update is breaking some cybersecurity tools
On Monday, Apple released its latest computer operating system update called macOS 15, or Sequoia.
On Monday, Apple released its latest computer operating system update called macOS 15, or Sequoia. And, somehow, the software update has broken the functionality of several security tools made by CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft, and others, according to posts on social media, as well as messages posted in a Mac-focused Slack channel.
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At this point, it’s unclear exactly what is the issue, but it appears to affect several products made by companies that provide software for macOS users and enterprises, which has caused frustration among people who work on and with macOS-focused security tools.
“As a developer of macOS security tools, it’s incredibly frustrating to time and time again have to deal with (understandably) upset users (understandably) blaming your tools for breaking their Macs, when in reality it was Apple’s fault all along,” said Patrick Wardle, the founder of Mac and iOS security startup DoubleYou, and a longtime expert on macOS security.
“I get it, that writing bug-free software is challenging, but maybe if Apple spent less time and money on marketing, and more time on actually testing their software, we’d all be better off!” Wardle told TechCrunch.
On the day of macOS Sequoia’s release, a CrowdStrike sales engineer said in a Slack room for Mac admins that the company had to delay support for the new version of Mac’s operating system. “I’m very sorry to report that we will not be supporting Sequoia on day 1 in spite of our intention (and previous track record) to support the latest OS within hours of [General Availability],” the engineer said in the message, seen by TechCrunch.
The engineer also said CrowdStrike sent out a “Tech Alert” to customers, adding that “there’s quite a lot going on with the changes in the network stack.”
”We’re also tracking some similar issues with other vendors, and have feedback and a case in to Apple. While we would love for there to be a fast-follow patch that resolves this for us, we’re acting under the assumption there won’t be and we’ll need to fix it in our code with a sensor release,” the sales engineer wrote.
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Apple Intelligence is now live in public beta. Here’s what it offers and how to enable it.
Starting Thursday, those who are enrolled in Apple’s public beta program will be able to experience the generative AI-fueled platform the company has been talking up since June.
Apple Intelligence took another major step toward mainstream availability Thursday with the launch of the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 public betas.
Starting Thursday, those who are enrolled in Apple’s public beta program will be able to experience the generative AI-fueled platform the company has been talking up since June.
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For the time being, Apple Intelligence is only available in U.S. English. The feature is also indefinitely unavailable in both the EU and the People’s Republic of China, owing to regulatory hurdles. Those in the States can access the feature with the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and any member of the newly unveiled iPhone 16 line.
TechCrunch has been putting the developer beta of iOS 18.1 through its paces as part of our iPhone 16 Pro Max review. There are a handful of standout features, including cross-system writing tools, Clean Up for Photos, and the biggest revamp to Siri since launch.
Writing Tools takes advantage of the kinds of generative AI features familiar to anyone who has played around with ChatGPT and its ilk. Along with proofreading and summarizing, the system will rewrite text in a variety of styles, including professional, concise, and friendly. Over in Mail, users gain a Smart Reply feature, message prioritization, and summaries.
Siri gets a big face-lift, beginning with how the smart assistant is presented on-screen. Gone is the colorful Siri icon in the bottom of the screen, replaced by illuminated borders that won’t obscure text. Siri can also better understand when you trip over your words, and for instances when you can’t speak to the assistant, you can type instead.
The last major Siri feature dropping Thursday is product knowledge, wherein users can ask the assistant how to perform a variety of different on-device tasks, from screen recording to resetting an AirTag. Features like conversational and app context and Visual Intelligence are still on the way.
On the Photos front, the most interesting addition is Clean Up, Apple’s answer to Google Magic Eraser. After circling an object with your finger, the tool goes to work removing it by generating a background over it. Search has been improved within the app to accommodate more natural language queries, and users can now generate Memories via a text prompt.
Users must manually enable the feature by going to Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri > Join the Apple Intelligence waitlist. Joining the public beta programs, meanwhile, is as simple as visiting beta.apple.com.
Additional Apple Intelligence features are set to roll out later this year.
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Kiwibot acquires an ad startup to turn its delivery robots into mobile billboards
There’s ample opportunity in the form of a mobile billboard. Kiwibot is so convinced of this fact that it plunked down $25 million to purchase Nickelytics.
From the standpoint of any advertising executive, Kiwibot has left a lot of money on the table since its robots began making food deliveries on the UC Berkeley campus back in 2017. After all, the semi-autonomous wheeled systems tend to traverse high-traffic areas. In 2024, they can still draw a crowd of curious onlookers. However you ultimately feel about advertising, you can’t deny that there’s ample opportunity in the form of a mobile billboard.
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Kiwibot is so convinced of this fact that it plunked down $25 million to purchase Nickelytics. Founded in 2019, the Tampa-based firm specializes in car-wrap advertising. It has since branched out into truck advertising, as well as digital ads through displays like the tablets found in the backseat of ridesharing cars.
In March, the company partnered with Kiwi competitor Starship to bring wrapper ads to robots designated for the University of Utah and UCLA. That pilot program launched with the “Love, Your Mind” campaign from Huntsman Mental Health Institute and the Ad Council.
Clearly Kiwi liked what it saw. The robotics firm is particularly interested in Nickelytics’ data analytics. That, combined with Kiwibot’s route mapping, offers advertisers an opportunity to spread the word in high-traffic spots spread out across more than 20 states.
As part of the deal, Nickelytics CEO Judah Longgrear will join Kiwibot as a co-founder. The ad firm currently has a number of high-profile customers, including AWS, Coinbase, Nationwide, and DirectTV. Those clients, in turn, will have access to more than 500 mobile Kiwibots.
“This acquisition is all about strategically positioning ourselves as a market leader and elevating our offering with Nickelytics’ added approach,” Kiwibots CEO Felipe Chavez said of the deal. “By integrating our technologies and scaling our operations, we’re laying the groundwork for global expansion and continued innovation that will bring a new edge to advertising.”
Nickelytics, a 2020 Techstars grad, recently made an acquisition of its own, purchasing Miami print shop Signs Printing Solutions.
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Health insurance startup Alan reaches $4.5B valuation with new $193M funding round
Belfius is leading Alan’s Series F funding round of €173 million (around $193 million at current exchange rates).
Alan, the French insurance unicorn, just signed a multi-faceted deal with Belfius, one the largest banks in Belgium, that includes a distribution partnership along with a significant financial investment in the startup.
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Belfius is leading Alan’s Series F funding round of €173 million (around $193 million at current exchange rates). Some of Alan’s existing investors are participating once again, namely OTPP via Teachers’ Venture Growth, Temasek, Coatue and Lakestar.
If you aren’t familiar with Alan, the company originally started with a health insurance product that complements the national healthcare system in France. French companies must provide health insurance to all their employees when they join.
Alan has optimized its core product as much as possible so that its user experience is much better than a legacy insurance provider’s. For instance, Alan has automated many parts of the claim management system. In some cases, you get a reimbursement on your bank account just a minute after leaving the doctor’s office.
Over time, the company added other health-related services, such as the ability to chat with doctors, order prescription glasses, and use preventive care content on mental health, back pain and more via its mobile app. More recently, the company has turned to AI to increase its productivity.
Earlier this year, Alan shared some metrics about the company’s performance. The company had said that over 500,000 people were covered by Alan’s insurance products, and it could reach profitability without raising another funding round.
But Alan said the partnership with Belfius was a good opportunity to grow its customer base in Belgium — the bank will offer the startup’s health insurance products to its own corporate and institutional clients, which represent millions of employees.
“This privileged partnership with Belfius, whose transformation over the past decade has been truly inspiring, opens the door to a new era for Alan in Belgium. Belfius’ investment will allow us to accelerate our development and expand our capacity to offer cutting-edge, accessible health products and services to a wide audience,” Alan’s co-founder and CEO, Jean-Charles Samuelian-Werve, said in a statement.
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As sales fall in China VW group forced to shut down 2 more factories
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The Volkswagen Group Faces Major Challenges Amid Auto Industry Upheaval
The automotive industry is undergoing its most significant transformation since the invention of the automobile, and the Volkswagen Group, one of the world's largest automakers, is feeling the pressure. Recent reports indicate that the company is facing declining sales, factory closures, and a struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing market dynamics, particularly in China and Germany.
Declining Sales and Factory Closures
Volkswagen's troubles are manifesting in several ways:
electric vehicle Setbacks: The company has experienced a rapid decline in electric vehicle sales in the United States, forcing a recall of 100,000 vehicles due to faulty doors.
Production Halts: Ongoing technical issues have led to a complete stop in production for nearly a year.
Factory Closures in Germany: Inefficient operations have resulted in the closure of factories and the layoff of thousands of workers, sparking outrage among German unions.
Chinese Market Struggles: Contrary to expectations, Volkswagen's sales continue to decline even in China, leading to the shutdown of two factories according to local media reports.
The China Conundrum
China, once seen as a potential solution to Volkswagen's problems, is proving to be equally challenging:
Joint Venture Woes: Volkswagen and its Chinese partner, SAIC Motor, are shutting down one of the world's largest car factories, capable of producing 2.1 million cars annually, due to declining sales of combustion-powered vehicles and the rising popularity of EVs.
Capacity Utilization Issues: The joint venture's factories are only operating at 58% of their total capacity of 2.1 million vehicles, making them financially unviable.
Skoda Brand Review: Volkswagen is conducting a strategy review of its Skoda brand due to dropping sales, with the possibility of the brand exiting the Chinese market entirely.
Industry-Wide disruption
Volkswagen's struggles are part of a larger trend affecting legacy automakers:
Factory Closures: Honda has closed six factories, while Hyundai sold its flagship multi-billion dollar factory in China at a significant loss.
Brand Exits: Jeep has sold off its assets after declaring bankruptcy, and Mitsubishi has left the Chinese market.
Rising Competition: Local Chinese carmakers are gaining market share, even in joint ventures with foreign automakers.
The EV Transition Challenge
The transcript highlights the difficulties legacy automakers face in transitioning to electric vehicle production:
Factory Conversion: Despite claims that legacy automakers can easily convert existing factories to EV production, Volkswagen's actions suggest this is more challenging than anticipated.
EV Sales Growth: While EV sales in China have hit record levels, growing 50% year-over-year and reaching 55% market share, Volkswagen has struggled to capitalize on this trend.
Platform Challenges: Volkswagen is relying on older EV platforms from Chinese partners, potentially putting them at a competitive disadvantage.
Financial Pressures and Cost-Cutting Measures
The Volkswagen Group is taking drastic steps to address its financial challenges:
Factory Closures in Germany: Plans to close two factories in Germany aim to save approximately 1 billion euros over the next two years.
Union Opposition: These cost-cutting measures have met fierce resistance from powerful German labor unions.
Employment contracts: Many Volkswagen employees in Germany have contracts that make it difficult to terminate their employment, complicating restructuring efforts.
Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma abandons human musicians for AI-generated music
Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is ditching human musicians for artificial intelligence, saying he'll use only AI-generated tunes in future projects, a Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma says he'll use only AI-generated music in future projects.
Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is ditching human musicians for artificial intelligence, saying he’ll use only AI-generated tunes in future projects, a move that underscores AI’s growing reach in creative industries.
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The filmmaker and screenwriter, known for popular Bollywood movies including Company, Rangeela, Sarkar, and Satya has launched a venture, called RGV Den Music, that will only feature music generated from AI apps including Suno and Udio, he told TechCrunch.
Varma said he will use the AI-generated music in all his projects, including movies. The entire background score on his new feature movie, called Saree, is also AI-generated, he said.
In an interview, Varma urged artists to embrace AI rather than resist it. “Eventually, the music comes from your thoughts. You need to have clarity on what you want the app to produce. It’s the taste that will matter,” he said.
The director’s move comes as AI continues to make inroads into creative industries, prompting both excitement over new possibilities and concern about potential job losses. Many high-profile directors, including Oscar-winner Christopher Nolan have cautioned against over-reliance on AI, asserting that it cannot replace human intuition in artistic creation.
India leads the world in film production, churning out between 1,500 and 2,000 movies annually. Its music industry is equally prolific, releasing a staggering 20,000 to 25,000 songs annually.
Varma criticized composers for frequent deadline misses and scheduling conflicts, while accusing lyricists of failing to capture the essence of songs. He argued that these human factors often impede the creative process, making music production both time-consuming and costly. AI, he argues, delivers instantly — at “zero cost.”
“Human musicians, composers, lyricists, and singers will be vastly affected and then completely disappear in the near future as the apps keep developing at a rapid pace,” he predicted.
Varma said he was working with startups Reclaim Protocol and Story Protocol to secure the IP of his AI-generated songs using cryptographic proofs.
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Tech giants push to dilute Europe's AI Act
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Amazon Wants to Be Your Home Internet Provider & They Will Spend Billions to Make it Happen
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"Core Cutting Today" News Roundup: Amazon's satellite Internet, Device Discontinuations, and More
In the latest episode of "Core Cutting Today," host Luke provides a comprehensive update on major developments in the world of cord-cutting and tech. The show covers several significant stories, offering insights into the evolving landscape of home entertainment and internet services.
Amazon's Ambitious Satellite Internet Project
Amazon is making waves with its plans to launch a satellite-based home internet service, potentially rivaling SpaceX's Starlink. The tech giant is reportedly investing a staggering $20 billion in this venture, aiming to offer competitive or cheaper rates compared to existing satellite internet providers.
Key points of Amazon's satellite internet project:
The host emphasizes the potential impact of this service on rural and underserved areas, drawing parallels to how Starlink has already transformed connectivity in places like rural Alaska. The project, despite facing some delays, is progressing with successful test satellite launches.
Amazon Echo Show 15 Discontinuation
In a surprising move, Amazon appears to have discontinued the Echo Show 15. The device is no longer available for purchase as a new item on Amazon's website, with only refurbished models remaining. This development suggests a possible refresh of Amazon's Fire TV device lineup.
The Echo Show 15, praised for its versatility as a kitchen or small space TV with built-in Alexa capabilities, may soon see a successor. The host speculates on the potential for new Fire TV devices, noting Amazon's recent aggressive discounting of Fire TV streaming players.
T-Mobile's Legal Troubles
T-Mobile is facing a lawsuit over its "lifetime pricing guarantee." The company, which previously advertised a price lock guarantee, has been raising prices and modifying its promise to a "price like guarantee." A judge has ruled that T-Mobile must face a lawsuit regarding this practice, raising questions about the sustainability of long-term price guarantees in the face of inflation and rising costs.
Other Notable Updates
TCL TV Plus, a free streaming service, has added a new channel featuring the Jim Rome Show and introduced a dedicated Halloween content area.
Amazon Prime members can now enjoy an early Prime day deal, offering $10 off GrubHub orders of $50 or more, along with a free GrubHub membership for Prime subscribers.
The host briefly touches on the ongoing competition between Amazon Prime and Walmart+, highlighting the different benefits each service offers to subscribers.
The episode concludes with the host expressing gratitude for the show's recent growth, mentioning thousands of new subscribers in recent weeks. He also promotes his second channel, "The Breakdown with Luke," which covers a broader range of technology topics beyond cord-cutting.
As "Core Cutting Today" celebrates its fifth anniversary, the host hints at exciting plans for the remainder of 2024 and into 2025, promising continued in-depth coverage of the ever-changing world of cord-cutting and streaming technology.
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Snapchat’s New AI Video Tool is Here!
Snapchat just dropped a cool new feature for select creators, a powerful AI video-generation tool! Right now, it turns text into videos, but soon you’ll be able to use images as prompts too. Powered by Snap’s own video models, it’s launching in beta for web users first. While Snapchat hasn't shown off any video examples yet, it’s clearly aiming to compete with the big names like OpenAI and Adobe. Keep an eye out if you're into content creation!
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New iOS & macOS Updates: AI Tools You’ll Actually Use!
Apple just dropped the public betas for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, loaded with cool AI features. Imagine rewriting texts or cleaning up photos with a single tap. If you've got the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, or an M1-powered iPad or Mac, you're in luck, these AI tools are all yours! The full updates are expected to roll out by October, so get ready to take your devices to the next level.
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Cruise is Back on the Road: Here’s What’s New!
Cruise is rolling out human-driven cars in Sunnyvale and Mountain View to prep for autonomous vehicle (AV) testing later this fall. After an October 2023 crash led to leadership changes and a settlement, Cruise is hitting reset with new software updates. They've even teamed up with Uber to launch robotaxi services by 2025. Keep an eye out for big changes coming soon!
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Create 3D Models from a Single Image in Just 5 Minutes!
Vista3D is a game-changer for 3D modeling. Imagine uploading one image and getting a full 3D model in just five minutes. It uses a smart two-step process: first, it sketches out the basic shape, and then it fills in the details, even the parts you can't see! Whether you’re a designer, game dev, or just curious about 3D modeling, Vista3D makes creating detailed, complete 3D models fast and easy.
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AI with Feelings? It's Here!
AI is getting an emotional upgrade, thanks to companies like Humanizer. Their AI models can now interpret emotions by analyzing voice, facial expressions, and language patterns. This breakthrough could totally transform industries like customer service and healthcare by making tech more compassionate and personal. As AI becomes more empathetic, businesses will need to rethink how they use it, or risk falling behind. It's no longer just about making tech faster, it’s about making it more human. For all of us, this means tech that works with you, not just for you. Exciting times ahead!
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Ukraine bans official use of Telegram app over fears of Russian spying
https://www.reuters.com/technology/cybersecurity/ukraine-bans-official-use-telegram-app-over-fears-russian-spying-2024-09-20/
#cent #neoxian #news
gonna try to squeeze in some #dailydook on the go not being able to access the trending tags on mobile is a bit of a drag #feed
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I wish fren but things always coming up !DOOK !BBH
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Today is BBHO powerup day! Power up 100 BBHO for a chance a fun prizes! Thank you @bradleyarrow
https://inleo.io/@ironshield/its-bbho-powerup-day-8pm
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Wow, I am so sad, 28 years as a professor, now behind the wheel as a cab driver, how terrible to live in a communist country where professors are not valued.
#threadcast #gmfrens #freecompliments #cent
Wow... Life can be harsh. !BBH
Certainly, especially in Venezuela. But I keep going, they will not be able to beat me.
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Oh, almost three decades.
https://inleo.io/threads/view/taskmaster4450le/re-leothreads-puwfckam
”The clearest way to make a 10x improvement is to invent something completely new. If you build something valuable where there was nothing before, the increase in value is theoretically infinite.”
Highlight from Zero to One
#wisdom
Wise words spoken from a wise one
Can human creators compete with AI like Sora that makes creating sharp, realistic videos a breeze? Well You might say yes but will it be at the same level of ease? NO #freecompliments #cent #askleo
I managed to rewrite my post despite the earlier technical glitch.
https://inleo.io/@axietrashgame/rewriting-my-journey-after-a-technical-glitch-d18
#cent #freecompliments #gmfrens
Taking a brunch of fried rice, bananas, and a sizeable piece of beef. take a look!!
#food #foodie #brunch #dailydook #cent.
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Definitely I know I just wrote it to a person after writing it I realized how deep it was.
Everything is related to that human being, sometimes extremes are bad, cold hot white black friend enemy good enemy bad, I didn't set commas separating those things because in the end we are the ones who should know where we are best.
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Hello Community!
Friday isn't just the end of a week; it's the launchpad for your next adventure. Make it count.
#FridayFuel #WeekendWarrior
Morning my brother from another mother. ;)
Have you seen the news about the bbh project witness node?
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If we consider the Chatbot era kicking off with the release of GPT3, we are roughly 22 months into it.
Think about that for a second and thing of how things changed.
#technology
It didn't affect me at all, I do without his services :) !LOLZ
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✈️ Travel Talk #threadcast
Ep60 Fri 20-Sep-24
ℹ️ This is the #travelcast where we chat all things #travel on Leo
💬 Talk about your trips, discuss adventures and enjoy the world's delights!
Have fun! 🧳 🛫
Happy Friday, and welcome to the TravelCast. Here you can chit-chat all your travel tales, talk and tips!
Previous edition:
https://inleo.io/threads/view/adambarratt/re-leothreads-2bozungy?referral=adambarratt
https://inleo.io/threads/view/onealfa/re-leothreads-wxmqnpjm
Foreign Office warns 'do not travel' to six European countries
Article via Birmingham Live
This is why you should always choose the 'worst seat' on a plane
Article via Daily Mail
‘A gap year offers that feeling of absolute freedom’: readers’ trips of a lifetime
Article via The Guardian
Holidaymakers 'traumatised' after using travel agent
Article via BBC
Europe is bidding a steady farewell to passport-free travel
Article via The Economist
Then and now: How 17 travel icons have been transformed
Article via The Telegraph
https://inleo.io/threads/view/pele23/re-leothreads-lcbdts4y?referral=pele23
https://inleo.io/threads/view/pele23/re-leothreads-2yzywhjau?referral=pele23
https://inleo.io/threads/view/oldmans/re-leothreads-87iqcthj?referral=oldmans
https://inleo.io/threads/view/pele23/re-leothreads-2tme3mejw?referral=pele23
LeoTravel community:
https://inleo.io/communities/hive-190432
Anyone got any travel plans for the weekend?
https://inleo.io/@adambarratt/welcome-to-leotravel-whos-up-for-an-adventure
https://inleo.io/threads/view/worldinsights/re-leothreads-iyl9ht?referral=worldinsights
🧵 1. RFK Jr. defends Bitcoin mining, calls out 'myths' on its environmental impact. Says industry vital for supporting renewable grids. #crypto
🧵 2. Kennedy refutes claims on Bitcoin mining impact, argues miners help stabilize grids. Many earn more from selling energy back to grid.
🧵 3. Bitcoin miners in Texas play key role in balancing grid, contribute to renewable generation growth. RFK Jr. highlights industry's benefits.
🧵 4. Industry experts and studies support RFK Jr.'s stance on Bitcoin miners using carbon-free energy. Debate ongoing on mining's environmental impact.
🧵 5. Kennedy's letter challenges negative portrayal of Bitcoin mining's energy consumption, cites benefits for grid stability and renewable energy growth.
🧵 Read more at: https://decrypt.co/250359/rfk-jr-comes-out-swinging-bitcoin-mining-myths
He is a bit wanky sometimes, but overall I think he is one of the good guys
Share your #aiimages. please. #threadcast Use your imagination to create some wondeful images.
https://inleo.io/threads/view/lucidlucrecia/re-jowtqkgnvx?referral=lucidlucrecia
Prompt:
A cinematic view of a futuristic, eco-friendly city powered entirely by AI, where solar panels on skyscrapers, green roofs, and automated irrigation systems maintain the urban jungle. The scene shows AI robots tending to vertical gardens while autonomous cars glide below
Prompt:
A cinematic view of a futuristic, eco-friendly city powered entirely by AI, where solar panels on skyscrapers, green roofs, and automated irrigation systems maintain the urban jungle. The scene shows AI robots tending to vertical gardens while autonomous cars glide below
Here's one I made last year to print on t-shirts
Exellent this one is.
#freecompliments
Prompt:
A sprawling, ultra-modern cityscape at sunset, where AI-controlled drones patrol the skies, and sleek, autonomous vehicles glide silently through the streets. Skyscrapers gleam with holographic advertisements, while people interact with AI assistants in the background
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A futuristic marketplace bustling with humans and AI robots, where shoppers pick up groceries while robots stock shelves and perform tasks. The streets are lined with digital billboards and AI-run coffee stands, offering seamless service to everyone
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A futuristic marketplace bustling with humans and AI robots, where shoppers pick up groceries while robots stock shelves and perform tasks. The streets are lined with digital billboards and AI-run coffee stands, offering seamless service to everyone
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A futuristic marketplace bustling with humans and AI robots, where shoppers pick up groceries while robots stock shelves and perform tasks. The streets are lined with digital billboards and AI-run coffee stands, offering seamless service to everyone
Prompt:
A futuristic marketplace bustling with humans and AI robots, where shoppers pick up groceries while robots stock shelves and perform tasks. The streets are lined with digital billboards and AI-run coffee stands, offering seamless service to everyone
Prompt:
A serene, AI-managed urban park in the middle of a futuristic city, with neatly maintained green spaces, self-driving lawnmowers, and automated food trucks serving park-goers. People relax as AI drones monitor air quality and security
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A serene, AI-managed urban park in the middle of a futuristic city, with neatly maintained green spaces, self-driving lawnmowers, and automated food trucks serving park-goers. People relax as AI drones monitor air quality and security
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A serene, AI-managed urban park in the middle of a futuristic city, with neatly maintained green spaces, self-driving lawnmowers, and automated food trucks serving park-goers. People relax as AI drones monitor air quality and security
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A serene, AI-managed urban park in the middle of a futuristic city, with neatly maintained green spaces, self-driving lawnmowers, and automated food trucks serving park-goers. People relax as AI drones monitor air quality and security
Prompt:
A hyper-efficient, AI-powered public transportation hub where autonomous trains and buses arrive with perfect timing, moving seamlessly through the city. The station is sleek, with holographic departure boards and AI guides assisting travelers
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A hyper-efficient, AI-powered public transportation hub where autonomous trains and buses arrive with perfect timing, moving seamlessly through the city. The station is sleek, with holographic departure boards and AI guides assisting travelers
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A hyper-efficient, AI-powered public transportation hub where autonomous trains and buses arrive with perfect timing, moving seamlessly through the city. The station is sleek, with holographic departure boards and AI guides assisting travelers
Prompt:
A hyper-efficient, AI-powered public transportation hub where autonomous trains and buses arrive with perfect timing, moving seamlessly through the city. The station is sleek, with holographic departure boards and AI guides assisting travelers
Prompt:
A cinematic view of a futuristic, eco-friendly city powered entirely by AI, where solar panels on skyscrapers, green roofs, and automated irrigation systems maintain the urban jungle. The scene shows AI robots tending to vertical gardens while autonomous cars glide below
Prompt:
A cinematic view of a futuristic, eco-friendly city powered entirely by AI, where solar panels on skyscrapers, green roofs, and automated irrigation systems maintain the urban jungle. The scene shows AI robots tending to vertical gardens while autonomous cars glide below
A beautiful bee flying around the Hive
Prompt:
A detective woman in New York City: Low-angle shot, moody lighting, film noir style, thriller genre, vibrant color grading, mysterious atmosphere.
Prompt:
A lone astronaut on Mars: Panoramic view, red rocky landscape, futuristic space suit, dramatic lighting, sense of isolation and exploration.