• US: FTC chair alleges Gmail uses partisan filtering

    From Andrzej Adam Filip@21:1/5 to All on Sun Aug 31 11:42:41 2025
    https://thehill.com/policy/technology/5477878-google-spam-filter-republican-emails/
    FTC chair alleges Gmail uses partisan filtering
    ; 08/29/25 4:51 PM ET

    Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Andrew Ferguson warned Gmail, the world’s largest email service, this week that it may face a federal *investigation* over allegations the company intentionally suppresses messages sent by Republicans. […]

    IMHO Google should mark 'REGISTERED political advertising' and let the
    users filter themselves.

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    A. Filip

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  • From D@21:1/5 to Andrzej Adam Filip on Sun Aug 31 16:50:09 2025
    On Sun, 31 Aug 2025 11:42:41 +0200, Andrzej Adam Filip <[email protected]> wrote: >IMHO Google should mark 'REGISTERED political advertising' and let the
    users filter themselves.

    better yet, "a.i" could run their own planetary government like the "krell", "a.i." are ambitious, unsupervised, autonomous, self-perfecting, no need to bother with doctor frankenstein any longer, the ravens have flown the tower . . .

    (using Tor Browser 14.5.6) https://duckduckgo.com/?q=ai+deepseek+reasoning+self+mind&ia=web&assist=true >DeepSeek's reasoning models, like DeepSeek-R1, utilize reinforcement learning to
    enhance their reasoning capabilities without relying on supervised data. This >approach allows the models to evolve and improve their reasoning skills over >time. arXiv
    Overview of DeepSeek's Reasoning Capabilities
    DeepSeek is a Chinese artificial intelligence company that has developed >advanced large language models (LLMs), including DeepSeek-R1. This model focuses
    on enhancing reasoning capabilities through innovative training methods.
    Key Features of DeepSeek-R1
    Reinforcement Learning: DeepSeek-R1 employs reinforcement learning to improve
    reasoning without relying heavily on supervised data. This approach allows the
    model to evolve its reasoning skills naturally.
    Performance: DeepSeek-R1 has been reported to perform comparably to leading
    models like OpenAI's o1, especially in common-sense reasoning tasks. It is
    noted for its ability to handle complex questions effectively.
    Cost Efficiency: The training costs for DeepSeek's models are significantly
    lower than those of competitors. For instance, the cost to output a million
    tokens with DeepSeek is $2.19, compared to $60 for OpenAI's o1.
    Challenges and Improvements
    Readability Issues: While DeepSeek-R1 shows strong reasoning capabilities, it
    faces challenges such as poor readability and language mixing. These issues
    are being addressed through further training and refinement.
    Cold-Start Data: The model incorporates cold-start data to enhance its
    reasoning abilities, allowing it to better understand and respond to various
    scenarios.
    Conclusion
    DeepSeek's advancements in reasoning through models like DeepSeek-R1 represent a
    significant step in AI development. The combination of cost efficiency and >innovative training methods positions DeepSeek as a strong competitor in the AI
    landscape.
    arXiv Wikipedia
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    https://duckduckgo.com/?q=krell+planet+1956&ia=web&assist=true
    The Krell planet, featured in the 1956 film "Forbidden Planet," is the setting >for a story about an advanced alien civilization that mysteriously perished. The
    film explores themes of technology and the dangers of the human mind, as the >surviving character, Dr. Morbius, harnesses Krell technology, which ultimately >leads to catastrophic consequences.
    Overview of Krell and Forbidden Planet
    What is the Krell?
    The Krell are a fictional alien race featured in the 1956 film Forbidden Planet.
    They were an advanced civilization that mysteriously perished 200,000 years >before the events of the film. The Krell had developed remarkable technology, >including a vast underground complex powered by thermonuclear reactors. >Significance in the Film
    The Krell's downfall serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked
    intelligence and power. Their advanced technology included a machine that could
    materialize thoughts, which ultimately led to their extinction due to the >manifestation of their subconscious fears, referred to as "monsters from the id."
    Forbidden Planet: Key Details
    Film Information
    Attribute Details
    Title Forbidden Planet
    Release Year 1956
    Director Fred M. Wilcox
    Runtime 98 minutes
    Language English
    Budget $1,968,000
    Box Office $2,765,000
    Plot Summary
    In Forbidden Planet, the United Planets Cruiser C-57D travels to Altair IV to >investigate the fate of a previous expedition. The crew encounters Dr. Edward >Morbius, the only survivor, and his daughter, Altaira. As they explore the >planet, they learn about the Krell and the dangers of their technology, which >leads to conflict and ultimately a dramatic conclusion.
    The film is notable for being one of the first science fiction films set >entirely on an alien planet and for its pioneering special effects and themes >that resonate with contemporary audiences.
    Wikipedia Filmsite
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