This 125 page document may serve as a template for a Senate confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth for this role commencing in 2025. [h/t Bert Chapman, Purdue University Libraries] Continue Reading
This 125 page document may serve as a template for a Senate confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth for this role commencing in 2025. [h/t Bert Chapman, Purdue University Libraries] Continue Reading
Wired – A photo sharing startup founded by an ex-Google engineer found a clever way to turn Google’s tech against itself. “…Last month, Ente launched https://Theyseeyourphotos.com, a website and marketing stunt designed to turn Google’s technology against itself. People can upload any photo to the website, which is then sent to a Google Cloud computer… Continue Reading
2024 Winners Portfolio – “The free competition is open to all wildlife photography novices, amateurs and professionals and celebrates the hilarity of our natural world. From a surprised otter to a swearing turtle, Comedy Wildlife’s photographs transcend cultures and ages to bring a smile to everyone’s face. You can find out more about our competition,… Continue Reading
The Verge: “While we’re always being told how to simplify our cramped living spaces and get rid of all the stuff we’re no longer using or wearing, it’s often hard to figure out just how to do it responsibly without adding to the world’s excess trash. Because just dumping them isn’t an option, reusing and… Continue Reading
The Supreme Court is implementing a pilot program in which members of the public may apply for Courtroom seating through a fully automated online lottery. Individuals who receive tickets through the lottery will be able to come to the Court knowing that they have reserved seating for a particular argument or non-argument session. The pilot… Continue Reading
MakeUseOf: “Traditional tablets can be distracting, with notifications and bright screens pulling you away from your work. That’s why the reMarkable paper tablet has been a breath of fresh air. Its minimalist design and paper-like display let me focus on what matters most without the usual distractions.” [I have not used nor do I endorse… Continue Reading
WSJ via MSN – Trump Advisers Seek to Shrink or Eliminate Bank Regulators – “The Trump transition team has started to explore pathways to dramatically shrink, consolidate or even eliminate the top bank watchdogs in Washington. In recent interviews with potential nominees to lead bank regulatory agencies, Trump advisers and officials from his newfound Department of… Continue Reading
Center for Security and Emerging Technology at Georgetown University – Welcome to ETO AGORA (AI GOvernance and Regulatory Archive), a living collection of AI-relevant laws, regulations, standards, and other governance. Browse Documents or search Thematic Collection. How do I use the interface? What’s included and what isn’t? Download AGORA data in bulk Continue Reading
“This PetSavers funded resource, developed from research carried out at the University of Liverpool, has been designed to inform pet owners on the common conditions associated with canine ageing, and encourage regular health screening, veterinary communication and age-appropriate care. Click here to see our collection of resources supporting the toolkit.” BSAVA PetSavers Ageing Canines Booklet… Continue Reading
ProPublica – Reporting Highlights Tax Dodge: Most working Americans have to pay Medicare taxes, but some of the richest figures on Wall Street have found a way to opt out, a ProPublica investigation found. Accidental Loophole: Nearly 50 years ago, Congress tried to fix one financial abuse but unwittingly created an obscure loophole that these… Continue Reading
Wired (unpaywalled) – “If I use an AI tool for research or to help me create something, should I cite it in my completed work as a source? How do you properly give attribution to AI tools when you use them …Distinguishing between research and composition is a crucial first step. If I’m using generative… Continue Reading
The Grassroots Connector – “…Pre-bunking uses videos, social media, even an online game to help people detect the age-old tactics of misinformation. These tactics, familiar to most of us but seemingly undetected among FOX News addicts, include: scapegoating, impersonation, emotional and/or divisive language, gaslighting, red herrings, conspiracy theories, and a dozen other garden variety deceits.… Continue Reading