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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/24859611

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In this video, Yanis Varoufakis delves into the seismic developments of January 2025, spotlighting the transformative impact of DeepSeek—a groundbreaking Chinese AI company that has sent shockwaves through the global tech and financial landscapes. By releasing free, open-source AI models, DeepSeek has not only disrupted the American stock markets but has also outperformed proprietary giants like OpenAI's GPT-4, challenging the very foundations of the AI industry.

Varoufakis unpacks the far-reaching implications of this upheaval, framing it within the context of techno-feudalism. He critiques the monopolistic "cloud capital" models typified by Amazon's Alexa, contrasting them with the democratizing potential of commodified AI services such as ChatGPT. The discussion extends into the geopolitical arena, analyzing the intensifying tech rivalry between the United States and China and what it signals for the future of global power dynamics.

Timestamps:

1. 00:00 Introduction and Overview
2. 00:11 DeepSeek's Impact on AI and Stock Markets
3. 00:56 The Open Source Revolution
4. 02:35 The Fall of AI Commodities
5. 03:32 Cloud Capital vs. AI Commodities
6. 04:22 Alexa vs. ChatGPT: A Comparison
7. 06:04 The Rise of Techno Feudalism
8. 06:51 The New Cold War: US vs. China
9. 08:26 Conclusion and Future Speculations

#ai #chatgpt #deepseek

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Introduction to Deep Seek

• [Yanis Varoufaki] introduces an end-of-month review for January 2025, highlighting the emergence of Deep Seek, a Chinese AI company.
• Deep Seek has significantly impacted the global AI landscape, leading to a one trillion dollar loss in the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ.
• The company is seen as China's response to OpenAI's ChatGPT-4, with models performing comparably to American counterparts.
• Deep Seek offers its services for free, generating revenue by selling services to developers at much lower prices than OpenAI.

Market Disruption and Transition

• The introduction of Deep Seek marks a transition from proprietary to open-source technology in AI.
• Deep Seek's rapid rise to becoming the most downloaded app on the Apple Store has negatively affected the market capitalization of major U.S. tech stocks.
• The video discusses the implications of offering AI services for free and questions the future of techn feudalism.

The Nature of AI Technology

• AI technology was fundamentally open source, with the proprietary nature stemming from the data used for training models.
• The leaked Google memo from 2017 warned that an open-source large language model could outperform proprietary models, foreshadowing Deep Seek's success.
• Deep Seek's approach has disrupted the established AI market by making high-quality AI results accessible to the public at minimal costs.

Impact on American Tech Companies

• Deep Seek's capabilities allow developers to create models that challenge the subscription-based business models of American AI companies.
• The emergence of Deep Seek has led to a devaluation of AI as a commodity, affecting companies like Deeple.
• Despite the challenges faced by AI service providers, cloud capital utilized by major companies remains unaffected.

Cloud Capital versus AI Commodification

• The distinction between cloud capital and commodified AI services is critical for understanding the current tech landscape.
• Alexa is presented as a non-commodified service that modifies user behavior without direct payment, unlike subscription-based services like ChatGPT.
• OpenAI's ChatGPT faces market competition and is vulnerable to disruption from companies like Deep Seek, while Amazon's Alexa operates independently of such competition.

Future Implications and the New Cold War

• The speaker reflects on how Deep Seek's success has altered perceptions of AI capabilities between the U.S. and China.
• The emergence of Deep Seek is compared to the historical Sputnik moment, raising concerns about the future of American technological leadership.
• The tension between American and Chinese cloud capital is seen as a driving force in the new Cold War, with implications for both countries' technological strategies.

Conclusion and Reflection

• The speaker concludes that [technofeudalism] is thriving while traditional capitalism struggles, particularly in the context of AI services.
• The discussion emphasizes the potential for significant changes in government and corporate strategies in response to Deep Seek's disruption.
• The video ends by hinting at the uncertain future of American leadership in AI technology and the broader implications for global power dynamics.

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/24330389

Known as Xiaohongshu in China, RedNote is a social media platform that includes images, short-form videos, community building tools, shopping and more. It is not a one-to-one TikTok clone, and it is not owned by ByteDance. It is owned by Shanghai-based Xingyin Information Technology.

American TikTokers who fear losing the platform have suggested their followers join them in downloading RedNote to send a message to the U.S. government, as well as the social media company Meta, which stands to gain new users of its TikTok-like product, Reels, if the ban goes into effect. Meta reportedly used a Republican lobbying firm to spread ill will toward TikTok in 2022.

On Monday, RedNote was the top free-to-download app on the Apple App Store, followed by TikTok’s sister app Lemon8.

On TikTok, some videos of people joking about saying goodbye to their “Chinese spy” (some in Mandarin) have racked up millions of views and likes. The memes are part of a deeper resentment some users feel toward the U.S. government for moving to ban TikTok in the name of security and safety even though some lawmakers use it themselves, as well as toward the continued politicization of other social media companies, like X and Meta.

“I’m going to download it on my phone. I’m going to let it track other apps. I’m going to give it permission to see my location and all of my contacts and then I’m just going to let it sit there,” a TikTok user posted. “I’m going to let it sit there as a little window through which my personal Chinese spy can see everything that I’m doing.”

“Our government, I’m convinced, loves and thrives seeing us unhappy and seeing us struggle and seeing us poor,” another TikToker said. “Seeing that RedNote, another Chinese app, which is owned and hosted in China, is the No. 1 app in the App Store today is just beautiful.”

Experts noted that the law gives the executive branch the authority to deem a country a “foreign adversary” and that in doing so it can choose to ban an app that comes from that country. In this case, China is already deemed a “foreign adversary” in the TikTok ban, and therefore the executive branch could theoretically decide that other apps from China must be banned.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/23791494

Generated Summary of Video Below:

Censorship and Control of Information

• The discussion begins with the acknowledgment of the significant censorship practices employed by major digital platforms, which include removing posts, disabling accounts, and restricting user interactions.
• Shadow banning is highlighted as a technique where the visibility and reach of a person's content are significantly reduced without their knowledge.
• The recent escalation of censorship has been linked to the geopolitical situation in Gaza, where efforts to control information have intensified, particularly by Israel and its allies.
• Critics within tech corporations, including Microsoft, Apple, Google, and Meta, have faced repercussions for speaking out against these censorship practices, with some employees being terminated for their activism.
• Specific examples include the firing of Microsoft employees who organized a vigil for Palestinians, as well as Google staff who criticized the company's contract with the Israeli military.
• Meta's actions have been scrutinized for deleting posts that condemn violence in Gaza and banning accounts that advocate for Palestinian rights, with reports of mass deletions occurring across their platforms.

Corporate Influence and Employment Consequences

• The discussion reveals that employees in major tech companies have faced severe consequences for their activism, including firings and investigations, particularly when advocating for Palestinian rights.
• For instance, two Microsoft employees were dismissed for organizing protests against the company's involvement in Israeli military operations.
• Apple's significant investments in Israel, including the establishment of a major research center, have drawn criticism for complicity in the ongoing conflict.
• The narrative suggests a systemic bias within these corporations that favors pro-Israel sentiments while suppressing pro-Palestinian voices, leading to a culture of fear among employees.
• The testimonies of former employees illustrate a pattern of retaliation against those who challenge the status quo or express solidarity with Palestinian causes.

Manipulation of Narrative and Content Moderation Policies

• The power dynamics within these corporations are explored, particularly how leadership ties to the Israeli government influence content moderation practices.
• Policies at Meta, for example, are criticized for being biased against content that supports Palestinian perspectives while promoting narratives that support Israel.
• Examples of content suppression include the removal of posts advocating for ceasefires or peace in Palestine, contrasted with the amplification of pro-Israel sentiments.
• The conversation highlights the role of algorithms in enforcing these policies, which are often influenced by the personal biases of those in power within these companies.
• The narrative suggests that the systemic bias against Palestinian content is part of a broader pattern of digital colonialism, where tech companies prioritize profit and political alignment over ethical considerations.

Real-World Implications of Digital Censorship

• The implications of digital censorship extend beyond social media, impacting real-world perceptions and actions regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
• The use of algorithms and AI technologies in military operations, particularly by the Israeli military, is discussed as a concerning trend, with claims that these technologies are utilized to conduct targeted operations against Palestinians.
• Specific systems, such as those developed by Israeli tech firms, are described as enabling the military to classify Palestinians as terrorists and target them effectively.
• The connection between tech companies and military operations raises ethical questions about the role of technology in modern warfare and the responsibilities of corporations in these contexts.
• The conversation emphasizes the need for greater accountability and transparency from tech companies regarding their involvement in military operations and their role in perpetuating narratives that justify violence against Palestinians.

Personal Accounts of Activism and Retaliation

• Personal stories from former employees illustrate the risks associated with advocating for Palestinian rights within their companies, highlighting a culture of fear and retaliation.
• One employee recounts being fired shortly after publishing an op-ed criticizing Apple's policies and their lack of support for Palestinian issues.
• Another former employee describes being subjected to an internal investigation simply for questioning the company's stance on human rights, illustrating the lengths to which corporations will go to suppress dissent.
• These experiences underscore the broader implications of corporate policies that prioritize profit and political alignment over ethical considerations and social justice.
• The testimonies serve as a call to action for greater solidarity among employees and the need for continued advocacy against corporate complicity in human rights abuses.

Conclusion and Call for Accountability

• The discussion concludes with a call for increased accountability from tech companies regarding their role in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the need for transparency in their policies.
• Activists emphasize the importance of collective action and solidarity among employees to challenge corporate practices that enable oppression.
• The testimonies shared highlight the urgent need for a reevaluation of corporate ethics, particularly in relation to human rights and social justice.
• The narrative advocates for a future where technology serves to uplift marginalized voices rather than suppress them, promoting a more equitable digital landscape.

Joining host Chris Hedges on this episode of The Chris Hedges Report are three courageous individuals who chose to put their careers on the line to fight against Big Tech suppression of voices fighting for Palestinian lives.

Saima Akhter, a former data analyst at Meta; Hossam Nasr, a former software engineer at Microsoft; and Tariq Ra’ouf, a former tech expert at Apple, speak about the internal struggles they dealt with in light of the genocide, which ultimately led to each of their dismissals.

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Edit: replaced Reuters article with Bloomberg article

Hackers have leaked internal documents stolen from Leidos Holdings Inc., one of the largest IT services providers to the US government, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Leidos recently learned of the issue and believes the documents were stolen in a previously disclosed breach of a Diligent Corp. system it used, said the person, who asked not to be identified because the information isn’t public. Leidos is investigating the issue, the person added.

Old information:

Hackers leak documents from Pentagon IT services provider Leidos, Bloomberg News reports [July 23, 2024 | Reuters]

https://www.reuters.com/technology/cybersecurity/hackers-leak-documents-pentagon-it-services-provider-leidos-bloomberg-news-2024-07-23/

July 23 (Reuters) - Hackers have leaked internal documents stolen from Leidos Holdings Inc (LDOS.N), opens new tab, one of the largest IT services providers to the U.S. government, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing a person familiar with the matter.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/17662753

A BBC report published on Tuesday on the killing of a disabled Palestinian man by Israel has drawn intense backlash, following what activists described as a "misleading headline" and "dehumanisation of Palestinians" amid the war in Gaza.

The British public broadcaster's news website initially ran the story with the headline "The lonely death of Gaza man with Down’s syndrome" — omitting mention of the fact that 24-year-old Muhammad Bhar was left to die by the Israeli army after a combat dog was violently set on him.

In the report, written by veteran Irish journalist Fergal Keane, the attack was not mentioned until the 16th paragraph — almost halfway through the piece.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/17603330

There's no war in Ba Sing Se.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/16207436

Sources at X described it as a way to highlight the video content that users are sharing and creating and organize it under one tab. A beta version is expected to be available to a select group of users later this summer.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/15160668

Careful mate... That foreignor wants your meme!

Parents of kids who commit crimes in Tennessee will face fines up to $1,000 for each offense after the first one, under a bill that’s headed to Gov. Bill Lee’s Bill Lee

After a juvenile’s first offense, juvenile court is required to fine their parents for each subsequent crime, according to the bill’s language. If parents can’t afford the fine, they will be able to work it off through community service.

But most agree that Memphis and Shelby County are feeling the effects of juvenile crime. In 2023, Memphis Police told the City Council that officers had arrested more than 4,000 juveniles, including more than 500 for motor vehicle theft.

Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner said Tuesday that the county’s juvenile facility is nearing capacity, with 118 juvenile offenders held there. The youngest was 13 years old.

The BNSF freight train was carrying gasoline and odorless propane when it derailed near Manuelito, New Mexico, according to the NTSB.

The Apache County Sheriff’s Office, which was one of the law enforcement units that responded to the incident, said in an update the derailment is being treated as a hazardous materials incident.