Many mushroom identification and foraging books being sold on Amazon are likely generated by AI with no human authorship. These books could provide dangerous misinformation and potentially lead to deaths if people eat poisonous mushrooms based on the AI’s inaccurate descriptions. Two New York mushroom societies have warned...
From the Oxford dictionary: a subtly aimed political message which is intended for, and can only be understood by, a particular group. “dog-whistle issues such as immigration and crime”
As it says in the title, the BBC is starting its own Mastodon instance. I think the CBC (and other news networks) should do similar. Particularly with the recent passing of Bill C-18 it seems like a world where the links we share are crossposts to news organization’s own content is the perfect resolution to that whole issue.
I love the idea of verified domains, that is such a great concept! One of the really worrisome things with the insanity in social media is where can people get valid emergency information.
This was a great feature video, I really liked that they are making utilities more than just something you have to do but potentially something interesting.
Very well said! Reddit’s lack of any response to feedback is one thing. However, to actively act like there has not been provided feedback already is disingenuous and well just more of what Reddit has proven they want to be. If they would come out and actually address the already provided feedback, I still wouldn’t trust them as far as I could metaphorically throw them.
Whether you found it on a recommendation from others or on your own, we've likely encountered small corners online that delight us. One person or small team blogs that are surprisingly insightful, web apps or games that have been go-to's for ages, showcases and exhibits on a specific yet curious niche, striking art pieces....
The protest has never ended. We have been trying to communicate with Reddit admins, who seemed at first to be willing to talk to us, but we are only getting the silent treatment and threats to reopen the subreddit.
I keep seeing post tags coming up in the Lemmy issues on github. I hope that it does become a thing, cause having tags in global news would be super useful.
update: we're compiling them now, new suggestions have about 4 hours to come in before i call it and lock the thread. thank you for all of your suggestions...
The "Hypest Boss Fight of All Time" is now 1 year old (youtu.be)
I Need A Hero!
What games make you happy?
Hello all! I would like to know what games give you that cozy, fuzzy feeling of simple happiness....
What is your favorite movie?? Why??
Please answer the why part. Why should I watch your favorite movie?
the rich are given (feddit.de)
‘Life or Death:’ AI-Generated Mushroom Foraging Books Are All Over Amazon (www.404media.co)
Many mushroom identification and foraging books being sold on Amazon are likely generated by AI with no human authorship. These books could provide dangerous misinformation and potentially lead to deaths if people eat poisonous mushrooms based on the AI’s inaccurate descriptions. Two New York mushroom societies have warned...
the whole fediverse is wholesome ❤ (beehaw.org)
How's your week going?
Keeping the weekly post warm until @alyaza comes back 🙂...
BBC is starting its own Mastodon instance. The CBC should do the same.
As it says in the title, the BBC is starting its own Mastodon instance. I think the CBC (and other news networks) should do similar. Particularly with the recent passing of Bill C-18 it seems like a world where the links we share are crossposts to news organization’s own content is the perfect resolution to that whole issue.
Electricity & Water I Feature Highlights Ep 6 I Cities: Skylines II (www.youtube.com)
I don’t know about y’all… But, I am really looking forward to CS:II
Reddit invites mods to “feedback” conversations with the admins (www.theverge.com)
🙄
What's a favorite website of yours that's got a relatively narrow focus?
Whether you found it on a recommendation from others or on your own, we've likely encountered small corners online that delight us. One person or small team blogs that are surprisingly insightful, web apps or games that have been go-to's for ages, showcases and exhibits on a specific yet curious niche, striking art pieces....
Firefox on Reddit: 📣 Announcement: We have reopened. (teddit.net)
The protest has never ended. We have been trying to communicate with Reddit admins, who seemed at first to be willing to talk to us, but we are only getting the silent treatment and threats to reopen the subreddit.
New Communities + Beehaw is once again looking for community moderators
quick dual announcement...
soliciting a new round of community suggestions
update: we're compiling them now, new suggestions have about 4 hours to come in before i call it and lock the thread. thank you for all of your suggestions...