Token Wisdom ✨ 40th Edition

Beyond Conventional AI, Play 2D GameBoy in 3D, Location-Based Interactions, Pharrell + Lego = Stacked, Empowering Student Well-Being, Wary of Wearables, Future of AI in Healthcare, Cybersecurity, Missing Pieces of the Rainbow, Knowledge for Allocation Economy, and Unraveling the Story of the Zip Tie

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Khayyam Wakil
January 30, 2024

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Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.

— Alan Cohen

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Keeping up in this new generative mega-multi-meta-DAO-verse makes it hard to quantum all that spatial neural netting. You down with GPT? Ya, you know me. That's why I package up a small part of the internet that catches my eye, percolates my thoughts, stirs my mind and share it with you from time to time.

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:: January 21 🧿 27th, 2024 ::

—40th Edition —

Revolutionizing Decision-Making, Gaming Immersion, Mental Health Support, and Wearable Innovations!

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What is a black box? A computer scientist explains what it means when the inner workings of AIs are hidden

Metaphorical black boxes shield the inner workings of AIs, which protect software developers’ intellectual property.

theconversation.com/what-is-a-black-box-a-computer-scientist-explains-what-it-means-when-the-inner-workings-of-ais-are-hidden-203888

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Play 2D Platformer on Game Boy While Jumping in 3D

Crescent Moon Games showed off a fun demo made with Unity.

80.lv/articles/play-2d-platformer-on-game-boy-while-jumping-in-3d

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Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment's interactive gaming experience is a new way to engage fans

MLSE created a game that's projected onto the rink surface for fans at Scotiabank Arena. In its five activations this season, Rink Racer has attracted participation from an average of 2,566 fans.

www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/01/19/maple-leafs-mlse-arena-showdown

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PHARRELL WILLIAMS and THE LEGO GROUP - About Us - LEGO.com

PIECE BY PIECE is an unparalleled motion picture experience that captures the magic and brilliance of Pharrell Williams’ creative genius,1 LEGO® brick at a time

www.lego.com/en-gb/aboutus/news/2024/january/pharrell-williams-and-the-lego-group

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Loneliness and suicide mitigation for students using GPT3-enabled chatbots

Mental health is a crisis for learners globally, and digital support is increasingly seen as a critical resource. Concurrently, Intelligent Social Agents receive exponentially more engagement than other conversational systems, but their use in digital therapy provision is nascent.

www.nature.com/articles/s44184-023-00047-6

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Wary of wearables

Issue 87

theglobaltiller.substack.com/p/wary-of-wearables

Explicit fake images of Taylor Swift prove laws haven't kept pace with tech

Explicit AI-generated photos of one of the world's most famous artists spread rapidly across social media this week, highlighting once again what experts describe as an urgent need to crack down on technology and platforms that make it possible for harmful images to be shared.

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/taylor-swift-ai-images-highlight-need-for-better-legislation-1.7096094

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How a voice cloning marketplace is using Content Credentials to fight misuse — Content Authenticity Initiative

It has become easier for people to create and deploy deepfakes at scale. Learn how Respeecher has embraced transparency in AI by integrating Content Credentials into their audio marketplace.

contentauthenticity.org/blog/community-story-respeecher

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A new AI model called Morpheus-1 claims to induce lucid dreaming

'Inception' is about to become a documentary — or are we all just dreaming?

www.tomsguide.com/ai/would-you-let-ai-into-your-mind-a-new-model-called-morpheus-1-claims-to-induce-lucid-dreaming

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The Knowledge Economy Is Over. Welcome to the Allocation Economy

In the age of AI, every maker becomes a manager

every.to/chain-of-thought/the-knowledge-economy-is-over-welcome-to-the-allocation-economy

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Time Well Spent

Unraveling the Cable Tie Story: Innovation Woven into Our Technological World

Discover the fascinating journey of cable ties, from their humble beginnings to their indispensable role in our interconnected world. Join us as we explore the untold story behind this unassuming yet revolutionary invention.

Key Topics and Insights:

The Birth of Innovation: Discover how Ms C Logan's observation of cable lacing led to the development of the modern cable tie, revolutionizing cable management.

From Patent to Product: Explore Thomas and Betts' refinement of the cable tie design, culminating in the iconic tie wrap. Witness its evolution into specialized variants for various industries.

Ubiquitous Presence: Uncover the wide-ranging applications of cable ties, from securing cables in data centers to their use in aerospace and beyond. Recognize their indispensable role in our interconnected world.

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As we wrap up this Edition, we've witnessed the profound impact of technology on various aspects of our lives. From decision-making to gaming, mental health support, and beyond, innovation has brought both opportunities and challenges. It's important to remember that while technology empowers us, it should never replace our human connection and creativity.

In this age of rapid advancement, we mustn't lose sight of the value of genuine human experiences. While AI and technology offer convenience and efficiency, they can never replicate the depth of human emotions and relationships. Let's strive for a harmonious balance, leveraging technology to enhance our lives while staying grounded in our humanity.

For this week’s Token Wisdom, we share the following:

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Embrace the wonders of technology, but let it be a tool that amplifies our potential rather than defines it. Cherish the beauty of human connection, imagination, and empathy.

Remember, true wisdom lies in understanding that technology is a means to an end, and the end should always be the betterment of ourselves and the world around us.

Thank you for joining us on this journey of exploration and discovery. Stay curious, stay mindful, and continue to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology with wisdom and grace.

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