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November 13, 2021 · 1 min · 4 words · Scott Rush

Wanna REALLY understand Squid Game? uTalk Language Education can help

Who woulda thought a little TV show from South Korea would be the hottest program throughout the English-speaking world? 40% off TNW Conference!

November 13, 2021 · 1 min · 23 words · Veronica Wilson

What 100 suicide notes taught us about creating more empathetic chatbots

While the art of conversation in machines is limited, there are improvements with every iteration. Our work involves building chatbots for a range of uses in health care. RECOVERs resident robot was a huge hit at our recent photoshoot. Our team are currently developing two#chatbotsfor people with#whiplashand#chronicpain. We have to verify our chatbots take this into account. There was also language that pointed to constrictive thinking. For example: I willneverescape the darkness or misery…...

November 13, 2021 · 2 min · 304 words · Robert Barton

3 moves the US government could make to rein in Facebook

To rein in Facebook, lawmakers must first understandthe harm that results from algorithmic manipulationon these platforms. For example,political campaigns have reportedly tried to manipulate engagementto get more traction on Facebook. 40% off TNW Conference! This would allow users to see what personal data Facebook collects about them and how the company uses it. Many people dont realize that Meta has the ability to make inferences about theirpolitical preferencesandattitudes toward society....

November 12, 2021 · 1 min · 210 words · Donna Camacho

Everything you need to know about solar-powered cars

We talk a lot atSHIFTabout materials innovation, especially advancements in battery ingredients, size, and range. But theres another form of energy thats even older solar. I wanted to know why, so I decided to do a bit of research. What is a solar vehicle? Firstly, when we talk about solar vehicles, its vital to get the classification right. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Erm, so how do solar panels on cars work?...

November 12, 2021 · 2 min · 370 words · Vanessa Graham

Hands-on: Urtopia’s 13 kg carbon fiber ebike promises big smarts

The Urtopia ebike, a futuristic carbon fiber ride currentlycrowdfunding on Indiegogo, is the latter. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Theres voice control, a built-in alarm system, turn-by turn-navigation, turn signals, radar, and more. It aims further than just providing a powered ride although that ambition opens up room for some potential pitfalls. It should also help the battery last longer. The headlight and taillight are also both bright, and the projection lights are pretty nifty....

November 12, 2021 · 2 min · 220 words · Natalie Bird

Help, I can’t get over Hyundai’s retro-chic Grandeur concept EV

No, folks, there isnt. And thats exactly what Hyundai has done. Remember the 1986 Grandeur, the companys original flagship? On Tuesday, it was the cars 35th anniversary. To honor it, Hyundai unveiled an electrified concept based on the classic vehicle. 40% off TNW Conference! Not to mention that the original combustion engine has been replaced with an electric powertrain. The backseats are dressed in red leather for an extra bit of retro plush....

November 12, 2021 · 1 min · 210 words · Katrina Bradley

I work 5 hours a day, and I’ve never been more productive

Somethings very wrong with the traditional 9 to 5: it doesnt work. And their standard working week is less than 40 hours long. They work a whopping359 hours lessthan Americans every year. That is, until I couldnt. 40% off TNW Conference! After coming back to work in June, I began to notice my focus and energy falter. The doctor told me it wasbrain fog a common side-effect seen in those whove recovered from the virus....

November 12, 2021 · 3 min · 510 words · Lisa Thompson

Stop adding ‘competitive salary’ to job listings — tell me your range already

What is the worst part about searching for a new role? Writing CVs, dealing with pushy recruiters, or preparing for those daunting Zoom interviews? For me, its figuring out which roles to apply for. You have to ask yourself a lot of questions. Do I like this company? Do I believe in their mission? Would I be a good fit for this role? Recently I found myself asking what exactly does competitive mean?...

November 12, 2021 · 2 min · 279 words · Kristy Woods

Subaru unveils its first EV a week early and I’m suspicious

Timing is everything when it comes to product launches. Then suddenly, overnight, the company unveiled its battery electric vehicle online in Japan. Highly strategic, if you ask me, with the timing of COP26. 40% off TNW Conference! Of course, this is no real surprise as its name combines the Latin words for sun and earth. Im interested to know what increased capabilities the solar roof will add to the battery range....

November 12, 2021 · 2 min · 272 words · Mrs. Kimberly Hansen DDS

These fantastic toys and puzzles at special pre-Black Friday prices are a steal

Flash forward a month. But this deal was only good for a limited time. And you missed it. Unless you didnt…right? Avoid that darkest timeline now. Dancebot Dancing Robot ($42.49; regularly $79) Dancebot is…a robot. What more do we need to explain here? Dancebot will even read bedtime stories to your kids. Theres a reason this was fully funded on Kickstarter…because nobody turns down a dancing robot. Robosen T9 Programmable Robot ($339....

November 12, 2021 · 1 min · 135 words · Joseph Hartman

What to expect from Apple and Meta’s upcoming headsets

If youre tired of hearing the word metaverse, I dont blame you Im there with you. For now, it looks like all talk and no substance. While Meta has been loudly announcing its ambitions, Apple has been rather quiet. We know a few things about what we can expect from these companies next year. Lets dive into them: 40% off TNW Conference! Both Bloombergs Mark Gurman and renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo have noted that the company couldrelease the headset next year....

November 12, 2021 · 2 min · 355 words · Dylan Costa

Why developers are so divided over WordPress

Interestingly enough, we ended up getting some impassioned responses from developers who love WordPress. We decided to dig deeper into this story. Whats actually fueling this rift within the developer community and what could WordPress do to appease Stack Overflow respondents? It’s free, every week, in your inbox. There are now over 4,000 themes to choose from. The number of plug-ins ballooned to over 50,000 options. This also means that solutions to immediate issues are generally a quick Google away....

November 12, 2021 · 2 min · 256 words · Elizabeth Berry