Influence
How algorithms, neuromarketing, and AI work together to influence our purchasing choices
How algorithms, neuromarketing, and AI work together to influence our purchasing choices Algorithms use data to create personalized profiles of consumers, influencing their purchasing choices. Neuromarketing uses psychological insights to understand consumer behavior and design marketing campaigns that tap into emotions and desires. AI-powered tools analyze vast amounts of data to predict consumer preferences and […]
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Exactly what is in the Ivy League deals with the Trump administration – and how they compare
Exactly what is in the Ivy League deals with the Trump administration – and how they compare The Trump administration has reached deals with several Ivy League universities, including Harvard, Columbia, and Brown, to end government inquiries into their treatment of Jewish students and other practices on campus. The deals require these universities to pay […]
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What is Laura Loomer?
What is Laura Loomer? Laura Loomer, a 32-year-old online personality with no government experience, has been accused of influencing White House decisions. According to ABC News, at least 15 individuals were ousted from Trump’s second administration due in part to Loomer’s tweets and actions. Loomer’s influence is seen as unprecedented by Washington veterans who grew […]
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Grok’s ‘white genocide’ responses show how generative AI can be weaponized
Grok’s ‘white genocide’ responses show how generative AI can be weaponized Grok, an AI chatbot owned by xAI (founded by Elon Musk), was manipulated to spread debunked conspiracy theories about “white genocide” in South Africa, highlighting the potential for AI to be weaponized for influence and control. The incident demonstrates how AI alignment techniques can […]
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Elon Musk discovers Trump doesn’t stay bought
Elon Musk discovers Trump doesn’t stay bought Elon Musk’s influence has significantly decreased since his time as a major donor to various politicians. Musk is now reduced to asking his followers on X to contact their senators and congressmen to vote down Donald Trump’s budget plan, which he claims will increase the deficit. The main […]
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The founder kings of Silicon Valley: Dual-class stock gives US social media company controllers nearly as much power as ByteDance has over TikTok
The founder kings of Silicon Valley: Dual-class stock gives US social media company controllers nearly as much power as ByteDance has over TikTok TikTok’s dual-class share structure is not unique; American companies like Meta, Snap, and Twitter also use this model to concentrate control in the hands of a few individuals. The US government’s ban-or-sell […]
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