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According to MarketWatch, cocoa has become the most profitable commodity of the year, surpassing Bitcoin.

Its price grew by ≈185%, while BTC rose by ≈128%.

Agriculture is still taking the lead.

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How was everyones Christmas so far?

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Pretty good if you don't think about the red market 😅

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Nothing much different except for the much cooking and eating. I didn't even step out of my compound throughout yesterday being Christmas day.

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It was great thanks for asking

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The Twitter/X account of Animoca Brands co-founder and executive chairman Yat Siu is suspected to have been hacked. The account is currently promoting suspicious tokens and contracts on Twitter. Users are advised to remain vigilant.

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I was calling to Obior to come and set the sound system that they want to use for the community Event, presently am using the Google map to find my way there... I will feed you more updates when I get there... #googlemap #travelonleo

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Google map may lead you to the wrong destination, it's better to ask people for direction in such situation.

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I have gotten to my destination safely 😘😘😘😘😘... Thanks very much for your care...

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Enjoy, and don't forget to grab a bottle of beer to send to me.

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How internet has made our life's super easy. You can never get lost in this world, not even at sea.

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I hope you got there safely

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Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities. - Voltaire

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Following the rules on day 1. I'm Calvin but since I see the founder as Khal I'll name myself Khal to, haha. Just finished college a couple months ago and thankfully got a job at the bank. Nope I ain't rich yet, just started #newlion

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Welcome banker, gonna learn a lot about money from you.

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hahaha Well most of it is college knowledge I'm now getting the practical at the workplace

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Oh no! The market is doing its thing again, it's time to make some profits. DCA LOL

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#gmfrens! Today's #selfie #threadcast will be traveling. With the help of AI I traveled to different places. Which one would you like to join me? Share your selfies, no matter if you are just at home.

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It is sad to see #SIM with this tendency down!

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The market is generally bleeding right now.

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i think it's the general market sentiment at the moment as last dash said

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### WELCOME TO THE FOOD TALK ON LEO SEASON 2

Hello foodie Lions 🦁! Happy Thursday. Welcome to today's show. 🥗🍲🫕

This is the #threadcast for Day 184 of the #foodtalk on Leo, 26/12/2024 for 25/12/2024. It's time for some meal inspirations and food conversation. Don't forget to use #foodtalk in your comments.

Discussion

  • Be part of the Food Talk Show On Leo. Here is Day 183 that leads you to the previous threadcasts.
  • Christmas food ideas, drinks and treats.
  • Share your family meals for the Christmas and holiday.
  • National Food Days
  • Share other food-related content and ask questions about food.
    More about food with tips and tricks will be dropped in the threadcast. Upvote the comments you find interesting & connect with others. Let's have fun. #foodie
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Welcome to another episode of the #foodtalk on Leo, Day 184. Share your meals and other food-related content, let's learn together.

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National Egg Nog Day, December 24

When is National Egg Nog Day?
National Egg Nog Day happens December 24.

Toast to National Egg Nog Day!
On December 24th, get ready to raise your glass and make a toast because it’s National Egg Nog Day! This festive beverage is a holiday favorite and is sure to put you in the spirit of the season. But what exactly is egg nog? Let’s find out!

What Is Egg Nog?
Egg nog (sometimes spelled “eggnog”) is a drink made with milk, cream, sugar, beaten eggs, and spices like nutmeg or cinnamon. Some recipes will also call for vanilla extract or a pinch of salt. The mixture is traditionally stirred by hand using a wooden spoon and served cold in a punch bowl or individual glasses.

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#foodtalk #NationalEggNog #eggs #eggnog

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National Egg Nog Day, December 24 👈 Begin here.

The exact origins of egg nog are unknown, but it has been around since at least the 1700s – and likely much longer than that. It was popularized in America at the turn of the 19th century when it was served as a celebratory beverage at holiday parties (especially Christmas parties).

Today, egg nog continues to be popular around the world during winter months. It can be found in stores pre-made or as an instant powder mix; however, nothing beats homemade egg nog! Making your own gives you control over what ingredients you use and lets you adjust the flavor to your liking.

Raise your glasses high this holiday season and join us in toasting National Egg Nog Day! Cheers!

#foodtalk #nationaleggnog #eggs #eggnog

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National Pumpkin Pie Day, December 25.

When is National Pumpkin Pie Day?
National Pumpkin Pie Day happens on December 25.

Celebrate National Pumpkin Pie Day with Unique Recipes!
December 25th is National Pumpkin Pie Day – the perfect day to go all out and make something delicious! Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned chef, pumpkin pie recipes can be as unique as you want them to be. Let’s explore some of the most creative and unique recipes that will leave everyone wanting more.

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#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #NationalPumpkinPieDay #PumpkinPieDay #dessert

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National Pumpkin Pie Day, December 25. 👈 Begin here.

Pumpkin Pie French Toast Casserole
This dish combines two classic holiday favorites for one amazing breakfast casserole. Start by making your favorite pumpkin pie recipe, pour it over slices of challah bread, and add in some chopped walnuts for crunch. Top it off with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and bake until golden brown. Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup for the perfect start to your holiday morning.

Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream
Nothing says “holiday treat” quite like homemade ice cream! This recipe uses real pumpkin puree, warm spices, and lots of cream to create an indulgent fall treat. The perfect way to cool down after a long day of cooking or shopping.

#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #nationalpumpkinpieday #pumpkinpieday #dessert

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National Pumpkin Pie Day, December 25. 👈 Begin here.

Pumpkin Pie Milkshake
It’s milkshake season – and what better way to celebrate than with this creamy twist on classic pumpkin pie? Start by making a batch of pumpkin custard using canned pumpkin puree and store-bought pastry shells (or make your own). Then blend the custard together with milk, ice cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Serve topped with whipped cream and extra nutmeg for an extra special treat!
National Pumpkin Pie Day is the perfect opportunity to get creative in the kitchen and try something new! From French toast casseroles to ice cream shakes, there are endless ways to enjoy this classic holiday treat. So grab your ingredients and get baking – you won’t regret it!

#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #nationalpumpkinpieday #pumpkinpieday #dessert #PumpkinPieMilkshake

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National Candy Cane Day, December 26.

When is National Candy Cane Day?
National Candy Cane Day happens on December 26.

A Candy Cane Extravaganza: Everything You Need to Know About National Candy Cane Day!

Every year on December 26th, people around the world celebrate National Candy Cane Day! Whether you’re a fan of the classic peppermint flavor or if you prefer chocolate-dipped candy canes, this holiday is all about celebrating these sweet treats. But what can you do with candy canes besides just eating them? Let’s dive in and explore all the delicious possibilities of this special day.

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#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #NationalCandyCaneDay #candycane #candy

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National Candy Cane Day, December 26. 👈 Begin here

Candy Canes as Decorations
You don’t have to wait until Christmas time to decorate your home with candy canes. For example, why not make a festive garland out of candy canes for National Candy Cane Day? All you need is some thick string, scissors, and plenty of candy canes (in whatever flavor and color combination you prefer). Once you’ve attached all your candy canes to the string using tape or glue, your garland is ready to hang up in any room of your house.

#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #nationalcandycaneday #candycane #candy

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National Candy Cane Day, December 26. 👈 Begin here

Candy Canes in Baked Goods
Baking with candy canes adds a little bit of sweetness and a lot of fun. As far as recipes go, there are plenty of options for making unique desserts that feature candy canes, from peppermint bark cookies to hot chocolate cupcakes with crushed red-and-white striped topping. If you’re feeling creative, try combining multiple types of sweets together like dark chocolate brownies with mini candy cane pieces sprinkled over the top. Yum!

#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #nationalcandycaneday #candycane #candy

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National Candy Cane Day, December 26. 👈 Begin here

Candy Canes as Gifts
Gift giving will never be sweeter than when it involves giving someone a box full of colorful candy canes! The best part about giving away boxes full of these tasty treats is that they come in so many flavors – not just peppermint but also strawberry and apple cinnamon too – so there is something for everyone. Plus, they’re relatively inexpensive so they won’t break the bank either.

It’s time to get creative this National Candy Cane Day! Whether you’re using them as decorations around your house or adding them into baked goods or gifts for friends and family, there are tons of ways to enjoy this holiday. So grab some supplies and get ready for an extra sweet day full of deliciousness!

#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #nationalcandycaneday #candycane #candy

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National Fruitcake Day, December 27.

When is National Fruitcake Day?
National Fruitcake Day happens on December 27.

National Fruitcake Day: A Closer Look at What’s Inside
National Fruitcake Day is just around the corner, and if you’ve ever been curious about what exactly is in fruitcake, then this blog post is for you. After all, fruitcakes have been around for centuries, yet many people are still left wondering “what IS in a fruitcake?” Let’s take a closer look at all the juicy details of this classic holiday treat.

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National Fruitcake Day, December 27. 👈 Begin here.

What’s In a Fruitcake?
Fruitcakes are made up of several different ingredients including dried fruits, nuts, spices and alcohol (or apple cider). The most common fruits used in a traditional fruitcake include raisins, currants, and mixed citrus peel like orange or lemon zest. Nuts such as almonds or walnuts are another key ingredient as they provide texture and flavor to the cake. Spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg add even more flavor. Finally, alcohol such as brandy or rum can be added to give the cake an extra kick. Or you could use apple cider for a fun twist!

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National Fruitcake Day, December 27. 👈 Begin here.

Why Is Fruitcake So Popular?
Despite its unusual combination of ingredients, fruitcake remains one of the most popular holiday treats year after year because it just tastes so good! Its unique combination of flavors makes it a favorite among food lovers everywhere. Plus, its long shelf life means that it can be enjoyed throughout the entire winter season without worrying about spoilage! Plus, with so many variations available – from traditional recipes to vegan-friendly options – there’s sure to be something for everyone on National Fruit Cake Day!

#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #fruitcake #nationalfruitcakeday #dessert #cakes

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National Fruitcake Day, December 27. 👈 Begin here.

So there you have it – all the juicy details you need to know about fruitcakes before National Fruit Cake Day rolls around on December 27th! Whether you’re new to baking or an experienced chef looking for something new to try out this holiday season, give making your own fruitcake a shot! Happy National Fruit Cake Day!

#foodtalk #food #nationalfooddays #fruitcake #nationalfruitcakeday #dessert #cakes

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I rared the chickens we used for the Christmas celebration myself, and it really saved me a lot of money going by the high cost of things this Xmas. Still have 2 live Chickens left for the new year celebration.

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To be honest, that would stick to the mind of the students better than Ohms and Voltages do.

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I can relate even though I'm not an electrician.... I have off grid systems including batteries wired in parallel

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gradually the year coming to an end we all have exactly 5days to wrap up 2024, what a memorable year it was for me lol 😄

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Good for you. Merry Christmas and a happy new year

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Got a nice Christmas present from Santa @BradleyArrow

Thank you so much!

#bbhproject #christmas #bbh

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Tis the season my friend :) !BBH !DOOK !PIMP

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#newsonleo #bosniaherzegovina #politics #crime Nenad Nešić, minister of security of Bosnia-Herzegovina, is arrested on Thursday following investigation in financial wrongdoings between 2016 and 2020, when he was director of public company Putevi RS. 1/

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2/ Nešić is leader of Democratic People's Alliance (DNS), political party which is coalition partner of SNSD, ruling party in Republic of Srpska, Bosnian Serb entity within Bosnia-Herzegovina. He became minister of security following 2022 elections with Milorad Dodik, president of Republic of Srpska, insisting on becoming part of national government.

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Bitget Wallet Token (BWB) will be merged with Bitget Token (BGB)

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#historyonleo #onthisday On December 26th 1825 liberal military officers and nobles, using confusion after the death of Tsar Alexander I and his brother and presumptive heir Konstantin giving up on throne, launch uprising aimed at transforming Russia into constitutional monarchy. The uprising, is crushed, its leaders, later known as Decembrists, are executed or exiled to Siberia while Alexander's younger brother Nicholas takes throne and maintains autocratic regime that would last until Revolution of 1905.

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This is the most adventurous day of my life. I am glad to be here.

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I am not sure what I can do here, perhaps I need to observe the doings first.

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#historyonleo #onthisday On December 26th 1943 German battleship Schanhorst is sunk by Royal Navy battleship HMS Duke of York in Battle of North Cape. The engagement, that was part of World War 2, was the penultimate clash between surface capital ships in history of naval warfare and the last in European history.

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#historyonleo #onthisday On December 26th 1963 Beatles singles "I Wanna Hold Your Hand" and "I Saw Her Standing There" are released in USA, starting what would later become known as Beatlemania and turning Beatles in global pop culture phenomenon.

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Mis plataformas favoritas para operar con cripto:

#Bitget por su ecosistema y seguridad
#Bitunix por su escalabilidad
#LNMarkets porque es Bitcoin only

Estas plataformas combinadas con #Hive y $HIVE es el camino 🫡

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#historyonleo #onthisday On December 26th 2004 major earthquake in Indian Ocean causes catastrophic tsunami that would lead to catastrophic devastation of coastal areas in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, India, Maldives, Myanmar, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka and claim lives of approximately 226,000 people.

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FYI: How do you stop power down on Leo? I just remember I put my Leo on power down 2 weeks ago when I thought I could take some Profits. one power down has already takes place and I want to stop it and power up the liquid tokens.

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no idea but i guess power up the tokens and see if it stops...

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😀 lol, nah, that's not how it works. I answered with screenshots.

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I clicked on a button near the powering down amount and it took me to hivesingner to approve transaction but the powering it failed to approve it. Let me try the option you suggessted

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Good Morning frens.. Here's another #ai created study guide, this time on the origins of the #bible:

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Thinking about it, this is a dope way to get people to engage in spiritual conversations without getting emotional...good stuff

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Thanks. If we look at all these religions as simple "life philosophies" or guidelines to life a happy life then it's all good.

I just don't like people fighting over who's got the better philosophy

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I just don't like people fighting over who's got the better philosophy


100%. The "my religion is better" syndrome everybody seems to suffer from is the biggest divider among all people imo

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Trie true. and lately we've been seeing that in politics..."my leader is better". people stopped looking at policies and analyzing how it would effect them. They just follow the leader. sad really

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people philosophy is their choice

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thank you god for keeping me alive

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Good morning Lions and Threaders.

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1/🧵 The Year-End Financial Paradox: Rich in Family Relations, Poor in Fiat

Everyone's rich when it comes to family relations by the time it's end of year but the opposite for our wallet...

So many reasons where it costs #money, checking #finances at EOY is one of important task

#outreach #threadstorm

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2/ Some of us have to clear the taxes, bills, rents of home and many other things

Like everytime before year ends there's tons of marriages to attend, events like Xmas, birthday (mine is today)

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I think it's because it's costly to express love in the season of love.

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Thursday isn’t just a pit stop—it’s your vantage point. Glance back for lessons, fine-tune your path, and accelerate forward with unstoppable momentum.

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Thanks for that motivation I really needed it.

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Good personal finance habits

  1. Avoid personal loans and credit cards
  2. Reduce/minimize fixed expenses
  3. Have more than one income streams
  4. Automate savings
  5. Avoid impulse buying
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Word of the Day on Leo - Hispid

What It Means

This word comes from the Latin “hispidum,” meaning “rough, hairy, bristly.” Not only are there lots of hairy plant species, but there also are many specific botanical adjectives to describe them. “Hirsute” describes a plant with a thick covering of stiff hairs, while “hispid” suggests fewer hairs of the same texture. “Canescent” denotes enough soft, short hairs to give the plant a grayish white color, and “tomentose” describes densely matted, woolly hairs.

//The hispid leaves of the tropical plant had a prickly texture

//The hare's fur was surprisingly hispid.

//The hispid cotton rat has coarse fur.

🔗 Source in comments

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Never heard this word. I'm adding it to my vocab

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And at what discount 😱 0,05 Hive per $LEO, that’s just nuts, that’s less than 25 % of the current value

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Here is the daily technology #threadcast for 12/26/24. The goal is to make this a technology "reddit".

Drop all question, comments, and articles relating to #technology and the future. The goal is make it a technology center.

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The future of AI and cryptocurrency represents a convergence of two transformative technologies that have the potential to reshape global finance and digital interactions. AI’s ability to process vast amounts of data, detect patterns, and optimize decision-making complements the decentralized and transparent nature of blockchain technology

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Together, they can create sophisticated ecosystems where AI agents facilitate secure, autonomous transactions, manage digital assets, and enhance blockchain scalability. For example, AI can optimize the efficiency of blockchain networks by predicting transaction congestion and dynamically adjusting fees, fostering smoother operations and reducing costs.In the coming years, AI is likely to play a critical role in addressing some of the biggest challenges faced by the cryptocurrency industry. Enhanced fraud detection and security mechanisms powered by AI could significantly mitigate risks such as hacking and manipulation.

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But Ellison has found the fountain of youth both personally and professionally. After being divorced several times, Ellison was reported this month to be involved with a 33-year-old woman. And at a meeting with analysts in Las Vegas in September, Ellison was as engaged as ever, mentioning offhand that the night before, he and his son were having dinner with his good friend Musk, who's advising President-elect Donald Trump (then the Republican nominee) while running Tesla and his other ventures.

His big financial boon has come from Oracle, which has maneuvered its way into the artificial intelligence craze with its cloud infrastructure technology and has made its databases more accessible.

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Collaboration between developers, policymakers, and academic researchers will be essential to establish ethical guidelines and safeguard measures for AI applications in the crypto space. Initiatives such as Stanford’s partnerships with blockchain firms reflect the importance of interdisciplinary efforts in shaping a responsible and secure integration.Looking ahead, the synergy between AI and cryptocurrency could redefine not only financial systems but also broader aspects of economic and digital life. AI-powered decentralized autonomous organizations could emerge as self-governing entities that dynamically adapt to market conditions, optimizing operations without human intervention.

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Furthermore, AI-enhanced smart contracts could enable complex agreements that react to real-time data inputs, expanding the use cases of blockchain technology. As these innovations evolve, the interplay between AI and crypto will likely pave the way for a more efficient, secure, and inclusive digital economy.

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ChatGPT creator OpenAI said in June that it will use Oracle's cloud infrastructure. Earlier this month, Oracle said it had also picked up business from Meta.

Startups, which often opt for market leader Amazon Web Services when picking a cloud, have been engaging Oracle as well. Last year, video generation startup Genmo set up a system to train an AI model with Nvidia graphics processing units (GPUs) in Oracle's cloud, CEO Paras Jain said. Genmo now relies on the Oracle cloud to produce videos based on the prompts that users type in on its website.

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Moreover, AI-driven analytics will enable more robust regulatory compliance, helping organizations adhere to evolving global standards. These capabilities are particularly crucial as the adoption of cryptocurrencies grows and demands for both security and trust in decentralized systems increase.However, the fusion of AI and crypto also introduces complexities that will shape their future. Issues such as ethical considerations, algorithmic biases, and the risk of centralization in AI-controlled systems must be addressed to ensure that these technologies fulfill their potential without compromising foundational principles like decentralization and transparency.

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"Oracle produced a different product than what you can get elsewhere with GPU computing," Jain said. The company offers "bare metal" computers that can sometimes yield better performance than architectures that employ server virtualization, he said.

In its latest earnings report earlier this month, Oracle came up short of analysts' estimates and issued a forecast that was also weaker than Wall Street was expecting. The stock had its worst day of 2024, falling almost 7% and eating into the year's gains.

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Still, Ellison was bullish for the future.

"Oracle Cloud Infrastructure trains several of the world's most important generative AI models because we are faster and less expensive than other clouds," Ellison said in the earnings release.

For the current fiscal year, which ends in May, Oracle is expected to record revenue growth of about 10%, which would mark its second-strongest year of expansion since 2011.

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Despite these challenges, the integration of AI agents into digital asset systems is not without potential solutions. Robust encryption, multi-factor authentication, and the use of decentralized infrastructures can enhance the security of AI-managed systems. Furthermore, partnerships between academia, industry, and regulatory bodies—such as Stanford University’s collaboration with blockchain innovators—are essential for developing frameworks that combine innovation with security.

As AI systems mature and their limitations are better understood, the potential for secure, reliable AI agents in the digital asset space will likely increase, but their adoption will depend on continuous advancements in security and ethical safeguards.

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Jain said that when Genmo has challenges, he communicates with Oracle sales executives and engineers through a Slack channel. The collaboration has resulted in better reliability and performance, he said. He said Oracle worked with Genmo to ensure that developers could launch the startup's Mochi open-source video generator on Oracle's cloud hardware with a single click.

"Oracle was also more price-competitive than these large hyperscalers," Jain said.

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'That's going to be so easy'
Three months before its December earnings report, at the analyst event in Las Vegas, Oracle had given a rosy outlook for the next three years. Executive Vice President Doug Kehring declared that the company would produce more than $66 billion in revenue in the 2026 fiscal year, and over $104 billion in fiscal 2029. The numbers suggested acceleration, with a compound annual growth rate of over 16%, compared with 9% in the latest quarter.

After Kehring and CEO Safra Catz spoke, it was Ellison's turn. The company's chairman, technology chief and top shareholder strutted onto the stage in a black sweater and jeans, waved to the analysts, licked his lips and sat down. For the next 74 minutes, he answered questions from seven analysts.

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"Did — did he say $104 billion?" Ellison said, referring to Kehring's projection. Some in the crowd giggled. "That's going to be so easy. It is kind of crazy."

Oracle's revenue in fiscal 2023 was just shy of $50 billion.

The new target impressed Eric Lynch, managing director of Scharf Investments, which held $167 million in Oracle shares at the end of September.

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Oracle is still far behind in cloud infrastructure. In 2023, Amazon controlled 39% share of market, followed by Microsoft at 23% and Google at 8.2%, according to industry researcher Gartner. That left Oracle with 1.4%.

But in database software, Oracle remains a stalwart. Gartner estimated that the company had 17% market share in database management systems in 2023.

Ellison's challenge is to find opportunities for expansion.

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While AI systems are designed to learn and adapt, their security is only as robust as the algorithms, training data, and safeguards embedded within their design.One significant concern is the vulnerability of AI agents to exploitation. These vulnerabilities often stem from inadequate safeguards, lack of ethical frameworks, or flaws in the underlying programming. Addressing these weaknesses requires rigorous testing, secure development practices, and constant updates to counteract emerging threats.

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Another challenge lies in the opacity of many AI systems, particularly those employing machine learning algorithms that operate as “black boxes.” This lack of transparency makes it difficult to predict or understand how AI agents might behave in specific scenarios, creating a potential risk in high-stakes environments such as digital asset management. Transparency and explainability are critical for building trust in AI agents, allowing users and developers to identify and address potential vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

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Are AI Agents Ready For Prime Time When it Comes to Digital Assets
The security of AI agents in managing digital assets is a topic of growing importance as these technologies become more integrated into cryptocurrency ecosystems. AI agents are increasingly tasked with executing transactions, managing wallets, and optimizing trading strategies, offering significant advantages such as real-time data analysis and automation. However, their effectiveness hinges on their ability to safeguard digital assets against manipulation, fraud, and other threats.

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Last year, he visited Microsoft headquarters in Redmond Washington, for the first time to announce a partnership that would enable organizations to use Oracle's database through Microsoft's Azure cloud. Microsoft even installed Oracle hardware in its data centers.

In June, Oracle rolled out a similar announcement with Google. Then, in September, Oracle finally partnered with Amazon, introducing its database on AWS.

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Despite these challenges, the exploration of AI in digital asset ecosystems is progressing rapidly, with growing interest from academia, industry leaders, and blockchain developers. Initiatives like Stanford’s research partnership with AI16z are pivotal in understanding and mitigating risks while unlocking the full potential of autonomous agents in cryptocurrency systems. As these technologies mature, they could reshape the landscape of digital finance, providing innovative solutions to longstanding issues such as inefficiencies, security gaps, and accessibility barriers, while simultaneously redefining the roles of humans and machines in economic systems.

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However, the integration of AI as digital agents also presents significant risks and challenges. Recent incidents where AI bots were manipulated into mismanaging digital assets, such as an instance where a user tricked an AI agent into transferring $50,000 in cryptocurrency, underscore vulnerabilities in these systems. These cases reveal the critical need for robust safeguards, ethical guidelines, and fail-safes to prevent misuse or exploitation of autonomous agents. The risk of AI misjudgment or manipulation introduces a layer of complexity that could undermine trust in these systems if not adequately addressed.

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One of the key advantages of AI in this space is its ability to process vast amounts of data in real-time, enabling more informed decision-making and improving transaction execution speed. The partnership between Stanford researchers and the team behind AI16z, a blockchain-powered AI bot, highlights the potential of combining AI and decentralized technologies to create intelligent, self-governing agents capable of enhancing the functionality of blockchain networks. These systems could provide a decentralized infrastructure for asset management and trading, reducing reliance on traditional intermediaries and lowering transaction costs for users.

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Oracle and Amazon had exchanged barbs for years. AWS introduced a database called Aurora in 2014, and Amazon worked hard to move itself off Oracle. Following a CNBC report on the effort, Ellison expressed doubt about Amazon's ability to reach its goal. But the project succeeded.

In 2019, Amazon published a blog post titled, "Migration Complete – Amazon's Consumer Business Just Turned off its Final Oracle Database."

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How are AI Agents Impacting Digital Assets?
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital assets is emerging as a transformative domain, with AI agents increasingly being explored as facilitators and managers of digital currency systems. This overlap is fueled by initiatives like the partnership between Eliza Labs and Stanford University’s Future Digital Currency Initiative (FDCI), which investigates how autonomous AI agents can impact the functionality, security, and scalability of digital asset ecosystems. These AI agents are envisioned to perform tasks such as executing transactions, managing wallets, and optimizing investment strategies, with potential to streamline operations while introducing new efficiencies.

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Ellison looked back on the history between the two companies at the analyst meeting in September.

"I got kind of got cute commenting about Amazon uses Oracle, doesn't use AWS, blah, blah," he said. "And that hurt some people's feelings. I probably shouldn't have said it."

He said a friend at a major New York bank had asked him to make sure the Oracle database works on AWS.

"I said, 'Great. It makes sense to me,'" Ellison said.

The multi-cloud strategy should deliver gains in database market share, said analyst Siti Panigrahi of Mizuho, which has the equivalent of a buy rating on Oracle shares. Cloud deals related to AI will also help Oracle deliver on its promise for faster revenue growth, he said.

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"Oracle right now has an end-to-end stack for enterprises to build their AI strategy," said Panigrahi, who worked on applications at Oracle in the 2000s.

So far, Oracle has been mainly cutting high-value AI deals with the likes of OpenAI and Musk's X.ai. Of Oracle's $97 billion in remaining performance obligations, or revenue that hasn't yet been recognized, 40% or 50% of it is tied to renting out GPUs, Panigrahi said.

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Are AI Agents the Future of Digital Assets?
The convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital assets is transforming cryptocurrency systems, with AI agents being explored for tasks like transaction execution and wallet management to enhance efficiency and scalability. Partnerships like that of Eliza Labs and Stanford University’s Future Digital Currency Initiative are advancing this intersection, while projects such as AI16z highlight the potential for decentralized, self-governing AI agents to optimize blockchain networks. However, vulnerabilities, as demonstrated by incidents of AI manipulation, expose critical risks requiring robust safeguards to maintain trust in these systems. Despite challenges, the rapid development in this field holds promise for reshaping digital finance by addressing inefficiencies and introducing innovative solutions.

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Panigrahi predicts that a wider swath of enterprises will begin adopting AI, which will be a boon to Oracle given its hundreds of thousands of big customers.

There's also promise in Oracle Health, the segment that came out of the company's $28.2 billion acquisition of electronic health record software vendor Cerner in 2022.

Yoshiki Hayashi, Marc Benioff and Larry Ellison attend the Transformative Medicine of USC: Rebels with a Cause Gala in Santa Monica, California, on Oct. 24, 2019.

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Unlike rival Epic, Oracle Health lost U.S. market share in 2023, according to estimates from KLAS Research. But Ellison's connection to Musk, who is set to co-lead Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, might benefit Oracle Health "if there is a bigger push towards modernizing existing healthcare systems," analysts at Evercore said in a note last week. They recommend buying the stock.

For now, Oracle is busy using AI to rewrite Cerner's entire code base, Ellison said at the analyst event.

"This is another pillar for growth," he said. "I think you haven't quite seen it yet."

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Hours earlier, Ellison had put in a call to Marc Benioff, the co-founder and CEO of Salesforce. Benioff knows Ellison as well as anyone, having worked for him for 13 years before starting the cloud software company that's now a big competitor.

"It was awesome," Benioff said in a wide-ranging interview the next day, regarding his chat with Ellison.

Benioff spoke about his former boss's latest run of fortune.

"Larry really deeply wants this," Benioff said. "This is very important to him, that he is building a great company, what he believes is one of the most important companies in the world, and also, wealth is very important to him."

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AppLovin entered the year with a market cap of about $13 billion and was best known for investing in a collection of mobile gaming studios that had produced titles like "Woody Block Puzzle," "Clockmaker" and "Bingo Story."

As it exits the year, AppLovin's valuation has soared past $110 billion, making it worth more than Starbucks, Intel and Airbnb. At Tuesday's close, AppLovin shares are up 758% this year, far surpassing all other tech companies.

While AppLovin went public in 2021, riding a Covid-era wave of excitement in online games, the business is now centered around online ads and booming profits from advancements in AI.

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Last year, AppLovin released the updated 2.0 version of its ad search engine called AXON, which helps put more targeted ads on the gaming apps the company owns and is also used by studios that license the technology. Software platform revenue in the third quarter increased 66% to $835 million, outpacing total growth of 39%.

Net income in the quarter soared 300%, lifting the company's profit margin to 36.3% from 12.6% in the course of a year.

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AppLovin CEO Adam Foroughi, whose net worth has swelled past $10 billion, is even more excited about what's coming. On the company's earnings call in November, Foroughi raved about a test e-commerce project that allows businesses to offer targeted ads in games.

"In all my years, It's the best product I've ever seen released by us, fastest growing, but it's still in pilot," he said.

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After climbing 346% in 2023, it was hard to imagine MicroStrategy's stock finding another gear. But it did.

The company's share price has jumped 467% this year on the back of a bitcoin-buying strategy that's made founder Michael Saylor a crypto cult hero.

In mid-2020, the company announced a plan to start buying bitcoin. Up to that point, MicroStrategy had been a middling business intelligence software vendor, but since then, its purchased over 444,000 bitcoins, using its ever-increasing share price as a way to sell stock, raise debt and buy more coin.

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Drums part of combined installation equipment
Kiverov stressed that the spent fuel drum cools spent fuel assemblies unloaded from the reactor in a non-reactive environment.

“The drums are part of the combined installation equipment, which means that with their installation at the MBIR nuclear research reactor it is possible to pour concrete onto the area of the central hall flooring of approximately 100 square meters, and start to install the equipment at a height of +11.900 meters,” added Kiverov.

Additionally, the MBIR core basket was de mothballed and turned over at the reactor unit. A holding frame with a basket is currently installed at a height of +13.200 meters in the central hall, and the welding of a core containment device, known as a core catcher, is currently underway, according to a press release by the company.

The work on the company’s construction site is progressing as planned in line with the schedule for this large-scale project.

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It's now the world's fourth-largest holder of bitcoin, behind only creator Satoshi Nakamoto, BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust and crypto exchange Binance, with a stockpile valued at close to $44 billion. MicroStrategy's market cap has swelled from about $1.1 billion when it was just a software company to $80 billion today.

While the rally was long underway prior to November, Trump's election victory last month added fuel. The stock is up 57% since then while bitcoin has gained about 44%. Trump once called bitcoin a "scam," but he was the industry's preferred choice in this election and was backed heavily by some of the leading players, including Coinbase.

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Rosatom has maintained that the construction of the MBIR reactor at the site of RIAR JSC is a significant long-term project for the development of the experimental base of Russia’s nuclear industry. The project is expected to ensure Russia’s leadership in the development of innovative reactor technologies for the next 50 years. The project is part of the comprehensive program “Development of Equipment, Technologies, and Scientific Research in the Nuclear Energy Use in Russia.”

Russia’s new reactor is expected to replace the existing BOR-60 research facility and provide the nuclear industry with state-of-the-art research infrastructure for the next half century. Its innovative features will enhance exploration of the technologies of two-component nuclear energy, as well as of closed nuclear fuel cycle, while also accelerating and justifying the development of safe fourth-generation nuclear power plants, as per the release.

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"With the red sweep, Bitcoin is surging up with tailwinds, and the rest of the digital assets will also begin to surge," Saylor told CNBC soon after the election. He said bitcoin remains the "safe trade" in the crypto space, but as a "digital assets framework" is put into place for the broader crypto market, "there'll be a surge in the entire digital assets industry."

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“The introduction of cutting-edge technologies and hi-tech equipment allows Rosatom and its affiliates to expand into new market sectors, boosting the competitiveness of the nuclear industry and the Russian industry as a whole,” added the company in the release.

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Palantir had a lot of big runs in 2024 on its way to a 380% gain in its stock price. One of its best stretches came last month, when the software company boosted its revenue outlook a day ahead of the presidential election.

The company, which sells data analytics tools to defense agencies, bumped up its target for 2024, with fourth-quarter guidance that blew away analysts' estimates. Palantir also topped results for the third quarter, leading CEO Alex Karp to declare in the earnings release, "We absolutely eviscerated this quarter, driven by unrelenting AI demand that won't slow down."

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Technological and user experience challenges
One of the primary obstacles to realizing the metaverse vision is technological advancement. Immersive VR requires extensive graphic rendering, which remains beyond the reach of the mass market. Additionally, high costs and physically unpleasant effects—such as nausea and eye strain—make prolonged use of VR devices uncomfortable for many users. These factors hinder the seamless integration of multiple platforms, preventing users from fluidly moving between different virtual environments.

While numerous businesses strive to establish a presence in the metaverse, many may fail as consumers encounter fragmented and inconsistent experiences that do not resonate with their expectations. The challenge lies in creating a cohesive and user-friendly metaverse that can accommodate diverse applications and user needs.

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The stock jumped 23% on the earnings report and then another 8.6% the next day after Trump's win. Palantir co-founder and board member Peter Thiel was a big Trump booster in the 2016 campaign and helped organize a meeting with tech execs at Trump Tower soon after that election. Karp was one of the attendees.

Karp, however, openly backed Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee, in the 2024 campaign. He told The New York Times in a story published in August that Thiel's earlier support of Trump and the backlash that followed made it "actually harder to get things done."

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Applications in key sectors: Education, healthcare, and retail
Despite its challenges, the metaverse holds significant potential across various sectors:

Education: Immersive VR experiences can revolutionize learning by simulating visits to ancient sites or facilitating complex scientific explorations. This interactive approach makes learning more intuitive and engaging, particularly for children. Platforms like EngageVR have already begun experimenting with virtual classrooms, demonstrating the transformative potential of the metaverse in education.

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Healthcare: Augmented and virtual reality applications in healthcare are groundbreaking. VR can train surgeons, offer virtual consultations, and provide therapeutic care for patients with PTSD. Recent studies have shown that VR environments can help manage pain in hospital settings. Additionally, virtual headsets are being used to treat anxiety, indicating a promising future for VR-based medical treatments. However, limitations such as mobility constraints and high costs remain significant barriers.

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Still, Wall Street has rallied behind Palantir following the election on optimism that more military spending will flow to the company.

Karp's comments in the earnings report ahead of the election suggest the company would be fine either way.

"The growth of our business is accelerating, and our financial performance is exceeding expectations as we meet an unwavering demand for the most advanced artificial intelligence technologies from our U.S. government and commercial customers," Karp said in a letter to shareholders.

Analysts expect revenue growth in 2025 of about 24% to $3.5 billion, according to LSEG.

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Retail and E-Commerce: The metaverse is poised to redefine retail and e-commerce by offering immersive shopping experiences. Imagine browsing and purchasing products while wearing a headset, seeing items in a virtual environment before buying them. Companies like Nike are developing platforms that allow customers to design avatars and shop seamlessly within a virtual space, akin to playing a video game. Virtual stores promise a more personalized and engaging shopping experience compared to traditional e-commerce platforms.

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Robinhood shares more than tripled in value this year, despite a 17% drop on Oct. 31, following disappointing earnings.

Investors looked past those numbers a few days later, driving the stock up 20% after Trump's election win, as all things tied to crypto rallied. One of Robinhood's biggest growth engines is crypto, which retail investors can easily purchase on the app, alongside their stocks.

Revenue from crypto transactions jumped 165% in the third quarter from a year earlier to $61 million, accounting for 10% of total net revenue.

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Cultural and ethical implications of a digital reality
As we inch closer to living in digital spaces, questions about identity, community, and ethics become increasingly relevant. In a world where digital interactions could mirror or surpass real-life connections, what does forming communities in a virtual space mean? How do we ensure these spaces remain inclusive and accessible to all?

Identity: Avatars allow users to experiment with different aspects of self-expression, which can be empowering. However, this raises concerns about authenticity and privacy. Misrepresentation and anonymity can encourage negative behaviors, such as cyberbullying or exploitation, that are harder to address in a virtual world.

Community: Virtual communities offer new forms of interaction and connection, but they also pose challenges in maintaining genuine and meaningful relationships. Ensuring that these communities are supportive and respectful environments is crucial for their sustainability.

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In addition to bitcoin, Robinhood users can easily buy about 20 other cryptocurrencies, ranging from popular digital assets like ethereum to alt-coins such as dogecoin, Shiba Inu and Bonk. At the company's investor day in November, Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev said that crypto is more than just an investment but also a "disruptive technology that will change the underlying infrastructure beneath payments, loans and a wide variety of tradable assets."

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For the fourth quarter, analysts are expecting Robinhood to report revenue growth of over 70% to $805.7 million, according to LSEG, which would be the fastest rate of growth for any quarter since 2021, the year the company went public.

Robinhood's rally this year has exceeded that of Coinbase, which has jumped 61%. But with a market cap of $70 billion, Coinbase is still twice as valuable.

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Ethics: From a philosophical standpoint, the metaverse forces us to question what is “real.” If people spend more time interacting in digital spaces than in physical ones, will they begin to value their digital lives more than their real-world experiences? Moreover, as companies gain control over these virtual spaces, they could significantly influence how people behave and interact, raising concerns about corporate dominance and surveillance.

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Nvidia's astounding run has continued.

Following last year's 239% gain, powered by excitement around generative AI, Nvidia soared another 183% this year, adding a whopping $2.2 trillion in market cap.

Twice this year Nvidia grabbed the title of world's most valuable publicly traded company. Apple has jumped back ahead and is approaching $4 trillion, with Nvidia at $3.4 trillion and Microsoft at $3.3 trillion.

Nvidia remains the biggest beneficiary of the AI boom, as the largest cloud vendors and internet companies snap up all the graphics processing units they can find. Annual revenue has increased by at least 94% in each of the past six quarters, with growth exceeding 200% three times in that stretch.

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Platforms pioneering AI in customer service
Several platforms incorporate AI to enhance customer experience in digital environments, which is crucial as we move toward a metaverse-driven future. Companies like Zendesk and Salesforce are implementing AI chatbots to handle basic customer queries, allowing human agents to focus on complex issues. Similarly, AT&T’s “Ask AT&T” platform provides an internal AI assistant to optimize customer service workflows, which could be adapted for the metaverse to offer real-time assistance in digital spaces.

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Other platforms, such as HubSpot and Intercom, provide hybrid customer service models where AI handles simple inquiries and escalates complex cases to human representatives. These hybrid systems could play an essential role in ensuring that users receive the benefits of both efficiency and empathy in virtual environments. In the metaverse, where immediate responses are expected, this balance between AI and human support will be even more critical to user satisfaction.

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The future outlook and remaining challenges
While significant investments and experimentation are propelling the metaverse forward, its future remains uncertain amidst numerous challenges. To achieve mainstream adoption, more cost-effective VR and AR devices are essential, alongside ensuring interoperability across different digital ecosystems. Additionally, addressing data privacy, security, and digital wellness concerns is crucial for building user trust.

Regulators and enterprises must collaborate to create safe and inclusive digital spaces. If technological, ethical, and societal hurdles are overcome, the metaverse has the potential to play a pivotal role in our online lives without overshadowing our physical reality.

The journey toward a fully realized metaverse is ongoing, filled with both opportunities and obstacles that will shape its evolution in the years to come.

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CEO Jensen Huang said in the company's latest earnings report that the next-generation AI chip called Blackwell is in "full production." Finance chief Colette Kress said the company is on track for "several billion dollars" of Blackwell revenue in its fourth quarter.

"Every customer is racing to be the first to market," Kress said. "Blackwell is now in the hands of all of our major partners, and they are working to bring up their data centers."

While growth is expected to remain robust for a company of Nvidia's size, the inevitable slowdown is coming. Analysts are projecting year-over-year deceleration over the next several quarters with growth dipping into the mid-40s by the second half of next year.

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Nvidia counts on an outsized amount of revenue from a handful of tech giants, so any economic swings present significant risk to investors.

That helps explain why Nvidia likes to tell Wall Street about the extensive roster of companies that are building new AI services and "are racing to accelerate development of these applications with the potential for billions of agents to be deployed in the coming years," Kress said on the earnings call.

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DEI, a set of business practices aimed at diversifying the workforce, has been criticized by conservatives as a means to implement reverse discrimination that disadvantages whites and de-emphasizes merit.

Some of the biggest players in corporate America enthusiastically embraced DEI following the May 2020 police-involved death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

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But public pressure campaigns by right-leaning influencers such as Robby Starbuck have spurred firms to roll back DEI policies.

Walmart, Ford Motor Company, Molson Coors, Jack Daniel’s parent company Brown-Forman, Boeing and Harley Davidson were among some of the major brands that have cut back on DEI initiatives in recent months.

Wikipedia, the free, online collaborative encyclopedia that boasts a whopping 4 billion visits to its website per month, has long maintained that it is politically neutral. But studies have found that it is plagued by a left-leaning bias.

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Earlier this year, Wikipedia removed reference to Vice President Kamala Harris as a “border czar” in one of its entries after President Joe Biden bowed out of the race and endorsed her to run against Trump.

Harris and her supporters denied that she was a “border czar” despite the fact that Biden assigned her the task of overseeing the administration’s migrant policies during his presidency.

In June, a report by the libertarian Manhattan Institute found that Wikipedia has a “mild to moderate tendency…to associate public figures ideologically aligned right-of-center with more negative sentiment than public figures ideologically aligned left-of-center.”

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Mega hydropower project in Tibet
China plans to build this mega hydropower project over the Yarlung Tsangpo River across the Tibetan plateau. The sacred river is home to the deepest canyon on the planet, with a vertical difference of 25,154 feet (7,667 meters). The Chinese government intends to use this to its advantage and generate nearly 300 billion kilowatt hours (kWh) of hydropower from the project, sufficient to meet the energy needs of 300 million people every year.

The river’s lower reaches have a vertical drop of 6,561 feet (2,000 m) over 31 miles (50 km). This alone has the potential to generate 70 million kilowatts of power, authorities have previously said about the project site.

To harness this energy, though, will require China to drill 2.5 -12.5 mile (4-20 km) long tunnels in the Namcha Barwa mountain that will divert half the river’s flow at about 2,000 cubic meters per second.

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Wikipedia articles about right-leaning public figures also tend to have more “prevailing associations of negative emotions” such as anger and disgust — in contrast with entries about left-leaning public figures that are more likely to include “positive emotions” such as joy, according to the author’s study.

In May 2012, the American Economic Review published a study which examined 28,000 articles about US politics on Wikipedia. According to the researchers, “Wikipedia’s political entries lean Democrat on average.”

Larry Sanger, who played a role in the launch of Wikipedia alongside Jimmy Wales in 2001, has said that “nobody should trust Wikipedia” because its army of left-leaning volunteers cut out any news that doesn’t fit their political agenda.

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Risks and opportunities
While risks are inherent in large-scale projects, this mega power project will be situated at a boundary of a tectonic plate, making it prone to earthquakes if they occur in the future. The geology is also unlike that of the plains making it a complicated project to execute.

The builders of the project plan to use data from extensive geological explorations and technological advances to ensure that construction is backed by science and is of the highest quality, a South China Morning Post report said.

The project will also be an opportunity to develop more wind and solar energy projects in the vicinity and add to China’s clean energy output. Additionally, ecological protection is also be prioritized, the SCMP report added.

A likely construction start date or details of the exact site of the project have not been disclosed yet.

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In 2021, Sanger told the news site Unherd.com that he agreed with the claim that “teams of Democratic-leaning volunteers” remove content that isn’t to their liking — including the revelations in the Hunter Biden laptop scandal that was first exposed by The Post.

“Can you trust it to always give you the truth? Well, it depends on what you think the truth is,” Sanger said.

Wales and Sanger have been at odds over the site’s founding. Sanger claimed that he co-founded the online encyclopedia alongside Wales.

Wales, for his part, has said that Sanger was a subordinate employee and not a co-founder.

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Larry Ellison wraps up banner year as Oracle's stock rallies most since dot-com boom

Oracle shares have jumped 63% in 2024 and are headed for their best year since 1999, adding over $75 billion to Larry Ellison's net worth.

It's been a good year for Larry Ellison.

Oracle's co-founder has gained roughly $75 billion in paper wealth as the software company he started in 1979 enjoyed its biggest stock rally since 1999 and the dot-com boom.

#oracle #larryellison #stock #tech #Wealth

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While the S&P 500 index has gained 27% in 2024, Oracle shares have shot up 63%, lifting Ellison's net worth to over $217 billion, according to Forbes, behind only Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos among the world's richest people.

At 80, Ellison is a senior citizen in the tech industry, where his fellow billionaire founders are generally decades younger. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, whose net worth has also ballooned past $200 billion, is half his age.

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AI and crypto drove gains in this year's top 5 tech stocks

The promises of artificial intelligence and the rally in crypto prices were the main drivers of the best-performing tech stocks of 2024.

Artificial intelligence is still an abstract concept for many everyday consumers unsure about how it will change their lives. But there's no question about whether businesses are finding value in it.

Some of the biggest winners in this year's stock market rally that's seen the Nasdaq jump 33% and other U.S. indexes notch double-digit gains have direct ties to the rapid advancements in AI. Chipmaker Nvidia is among them, but it's not alone.

#ai #crypto #stocks #tech #gains #market

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The other standout theme that's driven this year's outperformers is crypto. Starting with the launch of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds in January, cryptocurrencies had a big 2024, punctuated by Donald Trump's election victory, which was funded heavily by the crypto industry. A number of stocks tied to crypto got a big boost.

With four trading days left in the year, here are the five best-performing U.S. tech stocks of 2024 among companies valued at $5 billion or more.

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Russia installs key components of largest neutron reactor for nuclear research

The new reactor is expected to replace the existing BOR-60 research facility.

A Moscow-based company has started the installation operation for Russia’s largest multipurpose fast research reactor of the fourth generation.

Rosatom has begun to assemble the mechanical equipment of the primary heat removal circuit and fuel handling systems for the 150 MW research reactor Multipurpose Fast Neutron Research Reactor (MBIR).

This is an important milestone in the construction of MBIR, which is part of the comprehensive program to advance nuclear science, engineering, and technology in Russia.

#russia #neurton #nuclear #reactor

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Fresh fuel drum is designed to preheat fuel assemblies
The company has revealed that two intermediate heat exchangers, each weighing 38 tons and measuring 29-ft (9 meters) in height and 8-ft (2.5 meters) in diameter, were installed in accordance with the design specifications.

The equipment was secured on support rings with a maximum deviation of 1 millimeter per meter from the horizontal. Additionally, drums for fresh and spent fuel, weighing 16 tons each, were positioned in their designated locations, according to Rosatom.

Sergey Kiverov, Deputy Director for Facilities under Construction at Research Institute of Nuclear Reactors (RIAR), stated that the fresh fuel drum is designed to preheat fuel assemblies in an inert gas atmosphere prior to loading them into a reactor core.

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Beyond the hype: Is the Metaverse a future reality or just a tech mirage?

Many businesses may fail in the metaverse as consumers face fragmented and inconsistent experiences.

The metaverse has captured the attention of tech developers, marketers, and users alike. Envisioned as the digital world of the future, it promises a space where individuals can operate, communicate, and experience fully immersive environments. However, as more companies invest in metaverse development, the current reality often falls short of these futuristic visions.

This article delves into the metaverse’s present state, its challenges, and its potential to transform sectors such as education, healthcare, and retail. Additionally, it examines the philosophical and ethical concerns surrounding identity, community, and digital interaction in this emerging virtual frontier.

#metaverse #hype #technology #mixedreality #gaming

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The initial hype and investments by tech giants
Tech companies, especially Meta, have pledged billions of dollars to build the metaverse. Their goal is to create a virtual construct where augmented and virtual systems seamlessly integrate. Mark Zuckerberg envisions the metaverse as the next evolution in social technology, aiming to revolutionize digital social interactions in unprecedented ways.

Major multinational corporations like Apple, Google, and Microsoft are also heavily investing in augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR). Apple’s Vision Pro, for instance, aims to deliver immersive and spatial computing experiences of superior quality. Despite the excitement and substantial investments, these companies face significant technical and social hurdles, preventing the metaverse from fully functioning as envisioned.

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Is there any development in Hive Blockchain Technology? Because on 12/09/24 price of $HIVE increase rapidly and now binance open future trading of $HIVE .
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No. Markets are separate from development.

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Sir, Are you interested in trading? because I don't see or listen you talking about trading of crypto.

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Why would I talk about trading?

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No Sir. I don't like you talk about trading. I only asking about your interest. I apriciate technology. Trading is game of crypto exchange, We don't talk here.

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Most shouldnt be trading anyway. That is why they lose their shirts. It is a rough game, not as easy as people make it out to be.

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'Wokepedia'

“Stop donating to Wokepedia until they restore balance to their editing authority,” Musk wrote on X on Tuesday

Elon Musk urged his supporters not to donate to the nonprofit that runs Wikipedia after the organization budgeted more than $50 million to spend on controversial diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

“Stop donating to Wokepedia until they restore balance to their editing authority,” Musk wrote Tuesday on X, where he has nearly 210 million followers.

#elonmusk #wikipedia #dei #woke #donations

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The Tesla mogul, and key adviser to President-elect Donald Trump, was responding to a post by the right-leaning commentator “Libs of TikTok,” who shared a pie chart that showed 29% of Wikipedia’s $177 million budget for 2023-24 was targeted for “equity” and “safety & inclusion.“

The Wikimedia Foundation site said that it set a goal of spending $51.7 million in its budget: 17.6% ($31.2 million) on equity, and 11.6% ($20.5 million) on safety and inclusion. Infrastructure got the bulk of the $177 million with 48.7% ($86.1 million), followed by 22.2% ($39.2 million) on effectiveness.

“Supporting equity represents the second largest part of our programmatic work, with grants and Movement support representing the majority of the budget within the equity goal,” according to the nonprofit.

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China plans world’s largest dam, will generate 300 billion kWh of power yearly

The government has earmarked one trillion yuan (US$137 billion) for the project, making it the most ambitious single infrastructure project on Earth.

The Chinese government has approved the construction of a massive hydroelectric power plant over the world’s largest dam to be built over the sacred Yarlung Tsangpo River in the Tibet autonomous region. When ready, the power plant will generate three times as much energy as the one over Three Gorges Dam, currently the world’s largest hydropower project.

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With its eye on the 2060 deadline to achieve net zero emissions, China has been working diligently to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. Interesting Engineering has previously reported on the multiple wind and solar energy projects that have started in recent months while also highlighting the push for nuclear power plants to generate carbon-free energy.

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China’s ambitions in hydroelectric energy were evident as early as 2008 when the Three Gorges Dam, the world’s biggest dam, was completed. Power generation began in 2012 and currently supplies clean energy to over five million households every month.

However, China’s next project is so ambitious that its power generation capacity upon completion will be thrice that of the Three Gorges Dam plant.

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Two Giants, One Road: Nissan and Honda's Bold Move

By 2026, Nissan and Honda are planning to merge, aiming to become the third-largest carmaker globally. Think about it—two iconic brands teaming up to challenge giants like Toyota. This move isn’t just about numbers; it’s about survival in a world racing toward electric and autonomous vehicles. If they pull this off, it could redefine how we think about cars.

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The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of the GIF

The GIF—now a staple of memes—almost disappeared for a decade. From 1987 to the early 2000s, it thrived, but a patent on its compression tech forced websites to ditch it. Imagine a favorite app vanishing overnight—web creators had to scramble for alternatives. When the patent expired in 2003, GIFs made a comeback, fueled by their perfect loop and meme-friendly vibes. Today, they’re a visual language, proving you can’t keep a good format down.

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Meta's $10B AI Gamble Is Paying Off

Back in April, Meta shocked investors with plans to spend up to $10 billion on AI infrastructure, tanking its stock. Fast forward a few months, and shares are at an all-time high. AI is now Meta's main focus, transforming its business and laying the groundwork for future profits. Analysts are calling it a smart move, predicting big wins by 2025. Meta’s all-in approach shows how betting big on tech can reshape a company’s future.

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How Do We Measure What AI Can Do?

Evaluating AI systems is like trying to grade a moving target—hard and expensive. These systems are acing tests faster than we can make harder ones, and the tools to measure progress are underfunded. To keep up, organizations worldwide are designing tougher challenges, but AI keeps surprising us, even on the most advanced exams. It's a reminder of just how fast this technology is evolving.

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Bamboo Goes High-Tech

Chinese scientists have transformed humble bamboo into a transparent, fire-resistant, and waterproof material. By tweaking a method originally used for wood, they tapped into bamboo's similar structure. Beyond just being a strong, eco-friendly building material, it’s also a game-changer for solar tech. When paired with perovskite solar cells, it boosts energy efficiency by 15.29%. Think of it as bamboo stepping into the spotlight—not just as flooring but as the future of sustainability.

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Cracking the Code of Animal Talk

Scientists are using AI to decode animal languages, uncovering amazing secrets. For example, African elephants and marmoset monkeys actually name each other—just like we do. With AI analyzing their sounds, researchers hope to explore if animals have self-awareness. Think about it: we’re on the brink of talking with other species in ways we never imagined. AI isn’t just for chatbots—it’s opening up the animal kingdom in jaw-dropping ways.

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Meta's Smart Glasses Are Getting an Upgrade

Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses could have built-in displays by late 2025, letting you see notifications and interact with their AI assistant right in your field of view. They’re also speeding up plans for Orion, their AR glasses prototype, but it’s still a ways off. Meanwhile, Apple, Google, Samsung, and Qualcomm are all diving into mixed-reality tech, with Apple rumored to drop a cheaper Vision Pro after 2027. The race for wearable tech is heating up.

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What is the future of AI and blockchain, according to Venice.ai:

Let's dive deeper into the potential future of AI and blockchain, exploring the concepts, applications, and challenges in more detail.

Decentralized AI

Decentralized AI refers to the use of blockchain technology to create AI models that are transparent, auditable, and resistant to censorship. This can be achieved through various methods, such as:

  1. Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT): DLT can be used to create a decentralized ledger that stores AI model parameters, weights, and biases. This can ensure that AI models are transparent, tamper-proof, and auditable.
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  1. Quantum-Resistant Cryptography: Quantum-resistant cryptography can be used to secure AI model data and ensure that it remains confidential and protected from unauthorized access.
  2. Autonomous AI: Autonomous AI systems can be designed to operate independently, making decisions based on predefined rules and objectives. This can be achieved through the use of decentralized AI platforms and blockchain-based decision-making protocols.
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Tokenized AI

Tokenized AI refers to the use of blockchain-based tokens to represent AI-generated assets, such as digital art, music, or text. This can create new revenue streams for creators and provide a decentralized way to monetize AI-generated content.

  1. Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs): NFTs can be used to represent unique AI-generated assets, such as digital art or music. NFTs can be traded on blockchain-based marketplaces, providing a decentralized way to monetize AI-generated content.
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  1. AI-Generated Content: AI-generated content, such as text, images, or music, can be tokenized and sold on blockchain-based marketplaces. This can provide a new revenue stream for creators and enable the creation of decentralized, community-driven content ecosystems.
  2. Decentralized Marketplaces: Decentralized marketplaces can be created on blockchain networks, enabling creators to sell their AI-generated content directly to buyers. This can provide a more equitable distribution of revenue and reduce the need for intermediaries.
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AI-driven Smart Contracts

AI-driven smart contracts refer to the use of AI algorithms to optimize and automate the execution of smart contracts on blockchain networks. This can lead to more efficient and secure transactions, as well as improved decision-making.

  1. Predictive Analytics: Predictive analytics can be used to optimize smart contract execution, predicting the likelihood of successful transactions and identifying potential risks and opportunities.
  2. Machine Learning: Machine learning algorithms can be used to improve smart contract execution, enabling the creation of more sophisticated and adaptive decision-making protocols.
  3. Autonomous Execution: Autonomous execution protocols can be created to automate smart contract execution, reducing the need for intermediaries and improving the overall efficiency of blockchain transactions.
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Edge AI

Edge AI refers to the use of blockchain technology to deploy AI models on edge devices, enabling real-time decision-making and reducing latency.

  1. Decentralized Edge Computing: Decentralized edge computing can be used to deploy AI models on edge devices, enabling real-time decision-making and reducing latency.
  2. IoT Integration: IoT devices can be integrated with blockchain networks to enable the deployment of AI models on edge devices, improving the overall efficiency of IoT applications.
  3. Security: Blockchain-based security protocols can be used to secure AI model data on edge devices, ensuring that sensitive information remains confidential and protected.
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AI-powered Identity Verification

AI-powered identity verification refers to the use of AI algorithms to verify identities on blockchain networks. This can provide more accurate and secure verification processes, reducing the risk of identity theft and cybercrime.

  1. Biometric Authentication: Biometric authentication protocols can be used to verify identities on blockchain networks, providing a more secure and accurate way to authenticate individuals.
  2. Machine Learning: Machine learning algorithms can be used to improve identity verification, enabling the creation of more sophisticated and adaptive verification protocols.
  3. Decentralized Identity Management: Decentralized identity management systems can be created to manage identity verification, enabling individuals to control their own identity data and reducing the risk of identity theft.
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Decentralized Data Storage

Decentralized data storage refers to the use of blockchain technology to store and share data on decentralized networks. This can provide a secure and transparent way to store and share data, reducing the risk of data breaches and cybercrime.

  1. InterPlanetary File System (IPFS): IPFS can be used to store and share data on decentralized networks, providing a secure and transparent way to store and share data.
  2. Decentralized Storage Protocols: Decentralized storage protocols can be used to store and share data on blockchain networks, enabling the creation of decentralized data storage solutions.
  3. Data Encryption: Data encryption protocols can be used to protect data stored on decentralized networks, ensuring that sensitive information remains confidential and protected.
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Predictive Maintenance

Predictive maintenance refers to the use of AI algorithms to predict and prevent equipment failures on blockchain networks. This can improve overall efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve overall performance.

  1. Machine Learning: Machine learning algorithms can be used to predict equipment failures, enabling the creation of more sophisticated and adaptive predictive maintenance protocols.
  2. Real-time Monitoring: Real-time monitoring protocols can be used to monitor equipment performance, enabling the creation of more accurate and efficient predictive maintenance protocols.
  3. Decentralized Maintenance Scheduling: Decentralized maintenance scheduling protocols can be created to schedule maintenance, enabling the creation of more efficient and effective predictive maintenance solutions.
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AI-driven Content Moderation

AI-driven content moderation refers to the use of AI algorithms to moderate content on blockchain networks. This can provide more effective and transparent content moderation, reducing the risk of misinformation and cybercrime.

  1. Natural Language Processing (NLP): NLP can be used to moderate content, enabling the creation of more sophisticated and adaptive moderation protocols.
  2. Machine Learning: Machine learning algorithms can be used to improve content moderation, enabling the creation of more accurate and efficient moderation protocols.
  3. Decentralized Moderation Protocols: Decentralized moderation protocols can be created to moderate content, enabling the creation of more transparent and effective content moderation solutions.
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Autonomous AI

Autonomous AI refers to the use of AI algorithms to make decisions independently, without human intervention. This can improve overall efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve overall performance.

  1. Machine Learning: Machine learning algorithms can be used to create autonomous AI systems, enabling the creation of more sophisticated and adaptive decision-making protocols.
  2. Autonomous Decision-Making: Autonomous decision-making protocols can be created to enable autonomous AI systems to make decisions independently, without human intervention.
  3. Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs): DAOs can be created to enable decentralized, autonomous decision-making, enabling the creation of more transparent and effective autonomous AI systems.
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AI-generated Governance

AI-generated governance refers to the use of AI algorithms to create governance protocols for decentralized networks. This can provide more transparent and decentralized decision-making processes, enabling the creation of more effective governance solutions.

  1. Machine Learning: Machine learning algorithms can be used to create governance protocols, enabling the creation of more sophisticated and adaptive governance solutions.
  2. Autonomous Governance: Autonomous governance protocols can be created to enable decentralized, autonomous decision-making, enabling the creation of more transparent and effective governance solutions.
  3. Decentralized Governance Protocols: Decentralized governance protocols can be created to manage governance, enabling the creation of more transparent and effective governance solutions.
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Examples and Use Cases

  1. SingularityNET: SingularityNET is a decentralized AI marketplace that enables the creation, deployment, and management of AI models on a blockchain-based platform.
  2. Aion: Aion is a blockchain-based AI platform that enables the creation, deployment, and management of AI models.
  3. Hedera Hashgraph: Hedera Hashgraph is a blockchain platform that enables the deployment of AI models and provides a secure and decentralized way to store and share AI-generated data.
  4. Decentralized Finance (DeFi): DeFi is a blockchain-based platform that enables the creation of decentralized, community-driven finance ecosystems.
  5. Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs): NFTs are blockchain-based tokens that represent unique digital assets, such as digital art, music, or text.
  6. AI-generated Content: AI-generated content can be tokenized and sold on blockchain-based marketplaces, providing a decentralized way to monetize AI-generated content.
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Challenges and Limitations

  1. Regulatory Frameworks: The regulatory landscape for AI and blockchain is still evolving and may create uncertainty and challenges for developers and users.
  2. Scalability: Blockchain networks can be slow and limited in their scalability, which can hinder the widespread adoption of AI and blockchain applications.
  3. Interoperability: The lack of standardization and interoperability between different blockchain networks and AI platforms can create challenges for seamless integration and deployment.
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  1. Security: Blockchain-based security protocols can be vulnerable to attacks and exploits, which can compromise the security and integrity of AI-generated data.
  2. Transparency: The lack of transparency in AI decision-making processes can make it difficult to understand and trust AI-generated decisions.

Overall, the future of AI and blockchain holds significant promise, but it also requires careful consideration of the challenges and limitations associated with these emerging technologies.

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iPad Mini Evolution

The iPad Mini has undergone significant changes over the years, with improvements in display, performance, and camera quality, making the latest iPad Mini 7 a powerhouse compared to its predecessors, the iPad Mini 5 and 6.

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Display and Design

  • 📊 The iPad Mini 7 and 6 have an 8.3-inch liquid Retina display with a 1488 x 2266 resolution, while the iPad Mini 5 has a 7.9-inch Retina display with a 1536 x 2048 resolution.
  • 📈 All three iPad Minis have a 500-nit brightness and 60Hz refresh rate, making them suitable for watching videos and browsing the web.
  • 📊 The iPad Mini 5 has a home button with Touch ID, while the iPad Mini 6 and 7 have Touch ID on the power button.

Performance and Battery Life

  • 📈 The iPad Mini 5 has 3GB of RAM, the iPad Mini 6 has 4GB, and the iPad Mini 7 has 8GB, with the A12 Bionic, A15 Bionic, and A7 Pro chips, respectively.
  • 📊 The iPad Mini 6 lasted 7.5 hours, the iPad Mini 7 lasted 6 hours, and the iPad Mini 5 lasted 5.5 hours in a battery drain test.
  • 📊 The iPad Mini 5 still receives software updates, including the latest iPad OS 18, despite being an older model.
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Cameras and Speakers

  • 📸 The iPad Mini 5 has an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 7-megapixel front camera, while the iPad Mini 6 and 7 have 12-megapixel rear and front cameras.
  • 📊 The iPad Mini 6 and 7 can record 4K video, while the iPad Mini 5 is limited to 1080p.
  • 📢 The iPad Mini 5 has two speakers on one side, while the iPad Mini 6 and 7 have one speaker on each side, with the latter having a better-balanced sound.

Connectivity and Accessories

  • 📈 The iPad Mini 6 and 7 have USB-C, making it easier to connect external drives and dongles, while the iPad Mini 5 has a Lightning port.
  • 📊 All three iPad Minis support AirPlay, AirDrop, and video out, and are compatible with various Apple Pencils, including the first-gen, second-gen, and Apple Pencil Pro.
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Upgrading a Laptop with a ThinkPad T440p

The author's current laptop, a 2012 MacBook Pro, has become outdated and slow, prompting them to upgrade to a ThinkPad T440p, which they purchased for $50 due to its minor issues, such as a missing F3 key and non-functional speakers.

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Initial Thoughts on the ThinkPad T440p

  • 📊 The ThinkPad T440p has an i5 4210m CPU, 8 GB of DDR3 RAM, and a 60 GB Kingston SSD.
  • 📝 The author notes that there are two versions of the T440p, one with a GPU and one without, and their model does not have a GPU.
  • 💻 The author installed Arch Linux on the laptop, which improved performance, and added more RAM and a 256 GB SSD.

Upgrading the CPU

  • 📈 The author upgraded the CPU to an i7 4910mq, which has four cores, eight threads, and a 47-watt TDP.
  • 📊 The new CPU has a base clock speed of 2.9 GHz and a turbo boost speed of 3.9 GHz.
  • 💡 The author mentions that the i7 4980hq CPU is also an option, which has a higher clock speed and better graphics.
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Customizability and Modular Design

  • 🧩 The ThinkPad T440p has a highly modular design, allowing for easy upgrades and customization.
  • 📈 The author can upgrade the RAM, storage, and CPU, as well as add a fingerprint reader and replace the screen.
  • 🛠️ The laptop's custom BIOS options, such as Coreboot and Libreboot, also appeal to the author.

Gaming Performance

  • 🎮 The author tests the laptop's gaming performance with CS 1.6, CS: Source, and Slime Rancher.
  • 📊 The laptop achieves high frame rates, with CS 1.6 running at 100 FPS and CS: Source running at 202 FPS.
  • 🤔 The author notes that the laptop's performance is impressive, especially considering its age and price.
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Conclusion

  • 📝 The author is satisfied with the ThinkPad T440p's performance and customizability.
  • 📊 The laptop's ability to run games smoothly and handle daily tasks with ease makes it a great value for its price.
  • 👍 The author recommends the ThinkPad T440p to those looking for a budget-friendly and customizable laptop.
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Raspberry Pi 500 Review: A Capable Desktop PC

The Raspberry Pi 500 is a compact, Arm-based desktop PC that offers impressive performance and versatility, making it a viable option for everyday use, especially at its affordable price point of $90.

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Introduction and Specifications

  • 📊 The Raspberry Pi 500 comes with a 2.4 GHz quad-core Arm CPU, 8 gigs of RAM, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a 32 GB card.
  • 🛍️ It is available as a base unit for $90 or as a kit that includes additional accessories for $120.
  • 📈 The CPU and GPU can be overclocked for a performance boost, with the CPU going up to 2.9 GHz and the GPU up to 900 MHz.

Performance and Overclocking

  • 🚀 Overclocking can be done by editing the boot firmware config.txt file, allowing for a nice performance boost over the stock clocks.
  • 📊 The Pi 500 can handle a 10-minute CPU stress test and 1080p video playback with a maximum temperature of 63°C, eliminating concerns about thermal throttling.
  • 💻 The giant heat plate inside the Pi 500 helps in heat extraction from the CPU.
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Real-World Usage

  • 🌐 Web browsing and 1080p video playback are smooth experiences, even at stock clocks, making the Pi 500 suitable for general use.
  • 📄 Document editing and spreadsheet creation can be done using the LibreOffice suite, which is free, open-source, and feature-rich.
  • 📸 Photo editing is also possible with an open-source image editor that offers tools similar to Photoshop, although with some limitations on the AI side.

Gaming and Emulation

  • 🎮 Emulators like PPSSPP work well on the Pi 500, allowing for the playback of games from various consoles, including the PSP.
  • 🚀 The Steam Link application enables game streaming from a PC or laptop to the Pi 500, offering a great gaming experience, especially with a decent router.
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Conclusion

  • 👍 The Raspberry Pi 500 is a capable and affordable desktop PC option for those who primarily use their computer for web browsing, document editing, photo editing, and some light gaming or emulation.
  • 🛍️ For new users, the $120 kit is recommended, as it includes everything needed to get started, except for a display.
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Color E-Ink Technology: Worth the Hype?

The video discusses the current state of color e-ink technology, its benefits, and drawbacks. Michael from GoodReader.com explores the history of color e-ink, its advancements, and the companies that have adopted it.

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History and Development of Color E-Ink

  • 📆 The first color e-ink technology was introduced almost a decade ago with Ian Triton 1 and 2.
  • 📈 Cido 3 has improved significantly over Cido 1 and 2, with 150 PPI for color resolution and a 25% increase in frontlight display brightness.
  • 📊 The frontlight display has undergone revision, making it about 25% brighter and improving color appearance.

Companies Adopting Color E-Ink Technology

  • 📚 Companies like Pocketbook, Amazon, Rakuten, Cobo, and Remarkable have adopted color e-ink technology.
  • 📈 Kobo and Amazon have successfully implemented color e-ink technology in their devices, such as the Kobo Libra Color and Kindle Colorsoft.
  • 📊 These companies have achieved excellent color saturation due to their significant engineering power and financial resources.
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Companies Adopting Color E-Ink Technology

  • 📚 Companies like Pocketbook, Amazon, Rakuten, Cobo, and Remarkable have adopted color e-ink technology.
  • 📈 Kobo and Amazon have successfully implemented color e-ink technology in their devices, such as the Kobo Libra Color and Kindle Colorsoft.
  • 📊 These companies have achieved excellent color saturation due to their significant engineering power and financial resources.

Types of Color E-Paper Technology

  • 📝 Cido 3 can display 4,096 colors and has a 25% increase in frontlight display brightness.
  • 📈 Gallery 3 can display 50,000 different colors, but only one company, Remarkable, has adopted this technology.
  • 📊 Gallery 3 looks visually the best, but Kido 3 is the industry standard.
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Benefits and Drawbacks of Color E-Readers

  • 📚 Color e-readers offer enhanced visual appeal, vibrant graphics, and a richer reading experience.
  • 📊 However, they have resolution limitations, are more expensive than black and white e-readers, and may have a washed-out background.
  • 📈 The background of color e-readers may not look as gray as black and white e-readers, and the text may not be as sharp.

Future of E-Readers

  • 📆 Cido 4 is currently in development and is expected to be released or announced in 2025.
  • 📊 The new technology is expected to increase PPI from 150 to 200 or more and improve performance by 25-30%.
  • 📈 The future of e-readers is uncertain, with some companies investing heavily in research and development, while others are still undecided about adopting color e-ink technology.
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The Ubiquity of C Programming Language

The C programming language is used in many important fields, including election vote counting machines, medical use cases, operating systems, space technology, and automotive systems, despite being only slightly less popular than C++.

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Use Cases of C Language

  • 🤖 Most election vote counting machines use C language due to its low-level nature and direct access to hardware components.
  • 🤖 Although robot companies often develop their own programming languages, many robot-specific languages follow similar syntax as C language.
  • 🏥 C language is used in medical use cases, such as Blackberry's QX operating system for microkernels, which is built using C and C++.
  • 🖥️ Major operating systems like Linux, Windows, and Mac OS are written in C, with around 1.8 billion computers using them worldwide.
  • 🚀 NASA uses C language for space technology, including the Mars Curiosity Rovers flight software, which was launched with a $2.52 billion budget.
  • 🚗 C language is used in automotive systems, including anti-lock braking systems and engine control units.
  • 🛫️ The F22 Raptor's flight control software is also written in C.
  • 🚢 An maritime chart plotter and navigation software, openCPN, is developed using C language.
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Conclusion

  • 👋 The C language has a wide range of applications, from road to water to air and space, but it cannot control humans, who are only controlled by their own free will.
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Smart rings: The future of wearable technology

Smart rings are revolutionising health tracking by monitoring fitness, sleep, and more.
But are they truly worth the hype?

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CoPilot+ AI Features

  • 🤖 The CoPilot+ AI features are powered by an onboard neural processing unit and include a local AI chatbot, Co-Creator, Windows Studio Effects, live captions, and recall AI.
  • 📝 The Co-Creator feature generates live AI images based on drawings, but can be finicky and sometimes doesn't understand what's being drawn.
  • 📞 The live captions feature translates 44 languages into English in real-time, with a 1-2 second delay, and works well with YouTube videos and live video calls.
  • 🚫 The recall AI feature was not testable due to controversy and potential privacy concerns, but has an option to toggle off and delete collected data.
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Performance and Battery Life

  • 📈 The Surface Pro 11 with the X Elite processor scored 13,097 on the Geekbench 6 multicore test, outperforming the MacBook Air M3 by 13%.
  • 📊 However, the MacBook Air M3 performed better on single-core tests, which are more important for average users.
  • 🕒 The Surface Pro 11's battery life is around 12-14 hours, plenty for mixed day usage, but may not last as long as the MacBook Air M3.

Design and Display

  • 📺 The 13-inch 120Hz OLED display with HDR and Dolby Vision IQ is incredibly good, with ultra-deep blacks, detail, and brightness.
  • 📸 The 10-megapixel rear camera is available but not particularly special, and the limited ports (only two USBC ports) may require a dock for a full desktop setup.
  • ⌨️ The flex keyboard is backlit and decent to type on, with a surprisingly responsive touchpad, making it a great option for a 2-in-1 detachable keyboard.
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Final Thoughts

  • 🤔 The CoPilot+ AI features are a letdown and more marketing than substance, but the Surface Pro 11 is still an incredible portable computer with great battery life and performance.
  • 📈 If you're always on the road, the Surface Pro 11 might be a better choice than the MacBook Air, but for now, the reviewer will stick with his MacBook Air due to app compatibility issues.
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Surface Pro 11 Review: Separating Hype from Reality

The Surface Pro 11 has been making waves with its Snapdragon X Elite chip and CoPilot+ AI features, but does it live up to the hype? After replacing his MacBook Air M3 with the Surface Pro 11 for a week, the reviewer shares his honest thoughts.

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First Impressions

  • 📦 The Surface Pro 11 comes in a sapphire blue color with a glossy OLED display, which looks great and feels sturdy in hand.
  • 🖌️ The new flex keyboard is a key part of the Surface Pro 11, with a slot to house the Surface slim pen, and it works well as both a laptop and tablet.
  • 📊 The device is super versatile and portable, even more so than the MacBook Air, making it a great option for those on-the-go.
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Introduction to LLaMA 3.3

The video discusses LLaMA 3.3, a new open-source large language model by Meta AI that outperforms major proprietary models in certain benchmarks, offering a cost-effective solution.

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LLaMA 3.3 Capabilities

  • 🤖 LLaMA 3.3 is outperforming proprietary models like Gemini's large language model, Anthropics Claw 3.5, and Open AI GPT 4 Omni in smaller categories.
  • 💸 LLaMA 3.3 is 25 times cheaper than GPT 4 Omni, with a cost of $0.10 for 1 million input tokens compared to GPT 4 Omni's $22.50.
  • 📊 LLaMA 3.3 charges a 40-cent rate for 1 million output tokens, whereas GPT 4 Omni charges $10.
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LLaMA Coder Framework

  • 📈 LLaMA Coder is an open-source framework that utilizes LLaMA 3.3 to generate web apps and full-stack applications with a single prompt.
  • 📦 LLaMA Coder offers features like installing packages and autonomous command execution, making it a great alternative to other apps.
  • 🌐 The framework can be accessed online through the Together AI API or installed locally.

Using LLaMA Coder

  • 💻 To install LLaMA Coder locally, users need to have G, Python, and VS Code installed, and then clone the repository and configure the APIs.
  • 📝 Users can generate web apps and full-stack applications using LLaMA Coder, with the option to enable Shaden packages for frontend design.
  • 📊 LLaMA Coder can generate code for various applications, including a simple frontend website and a mobile-friendly expense tracker web app.
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Example Use Case

  • 📊 The video demonstrates generating a mobile-friendly expense tracker web app using LLaMA Coder, showcasing its capabilities and ease of use.
  • 📈 The app includes features like a homepage, dashboard, and settings page, with a clean and modern UI.
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Llama 3.3 Model Review

The Llama 3.3 model has been released, featuring a super fine-tuned RL HF model and a context length of 128k, with claims of 405b quality in a smaller model.

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Model Features and Performance

  • 📊 The model has a context length of 128k, which is a significant improvement over previous models.
  • 🚀 The Llama 3.3 model is claimed to have 405b quality in a smaller model, making it a notable release.
  • 📈 The model's performance is impressive, with the ability to handle complex questions and tasks with ease.
  • 🤔 The model's ability to understand and respond to nuanced questions, such as the ethics question, is a significant improvement over previous models.

Testing and Evaluation

  • 📝 The model was tested with various questions, including a flippy block extreme question, an ethics question, and a precision static counting question.
  • 📊 The model performed well on these questions, demonstrating its ability to handle complex tasks and think critically.
  • 🤔 The model's performance on the ethics question was particularly impressive, as it was able to provide a well-reasoned and thoughtful response.
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Creativity and Problem-Solving

  • 🎨 The model was asked to create a recipe using specific ingredients, and it was able to come up with a creative and delicious-sounding dish.
  • 🏋️‍♂️ The model was also asked to create a workout plan for a client with specific goals and constraints, and it was able to provide a reasonable and safe plan.
  • 🤔 The model's ability to think creatively and come up with innovative solutions is a significant improvement over previous models.

Conclusion and Future Developments

  • 🚀 The Llama 3.3 model is a significant improvement over previous models, with its ability to handle complex questions and tasks with ease.
  • 🤔 The model's performance on various questions and tasks demonstrates its potential for real-world applications.
  • 📈 Future developments, such as the potential release of a Llama 3.3 Vision model, are exciting and may further improve the model's capabilities.
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Introduction to Cerebrus Coder

Cerebrus Coder is a free, open-source platform that utilizes Cerebras and Llama 3.3 to generate apps quickly, with capabilities to produce simple web applications and components in seconds.

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Sponsor and Introduction

  • 📣 The video is sponsored by Ninj Chat, an all-in-one AI platform offering access to multiple models and tools.
  • 🤔 Cerebrus Coder was previously mentioned in a Valt video as a simple inner app, now developed into a proper, fully-free project.

Cerebrus Coder Features

  • 🚀 Cerebrus Coder is super fast due to its use of Llama 3.3 via Cerebras, an AI inference platform with open-source models and a free API.
  • 💻 It can generate apps in seconds, with examples including a to-do app and a game of life, showcasing its speed and capability.
  • 📈 Although it can only generate HTML, CSS, and JS one-page code, it's valuable for simple apps or components and allows version sharing.
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Using Cerebrus Coder with Your Own API Keys

  • 🔒 To avoid rate limits, you can fork Cerebrus Coder and use it with your own API keys from Cerebras, which are free and have generous rate limits.
  • 📝 To do this, click the Fork button on Valt, add your API key to your profile environment variables, and then access your forked version of Cerebrus Coder.
  • 📁 You can also use it locally by copying the code and running it, providing flexibility in usage.

Limitations and Future Possibilities

  • 🤔 While it can't render React code directly, it can generate code that you can then render yourself or use with other tools like Klein or AER.
  • 🚀 The Llama 3.3 model's capabilities make Cerebrus Coder one of the most amazing coders, with potential for further development and application.
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Meta Llama 3.3 Model Testing

The video tests the new Meta Llama 3.3 model, a 70 billion parameter multilingual large language model, to evaluate its performance on various tasks.

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Coding Tests

  • 📝 The model is asked to create Python code to upload a wave file and convert it to MP3, which it accomplishes successfully.
  • 🖥️ The model is then asked to write code for a calculator with all buttons and functionalities, and it produces a fully functional calculator.
  • 🎮 The model is challenged to create the classic snake game in Python, and it generates a working game that tracks the score and handles everything smoothly.
  • 📱 The model is asked to write HTML code for a chat bubble, but it fails to produce a functional and visually appealing result.
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Logic and Reasoning Tests

  • ⚖️ The model is asked to find the minimum number of weigh-ins needed to find the heavier ball among eight identical looking balls, and it provides the correct answer.
  • 📏 The model is then asked to measure exactly 4L using a 5L jug and a 3L jug without any additional tools, and it provides the correct reasoning.
  • 🔄 The model is given a spatial reasoning question about a coin in a jar, and it correctly determines the coin's final location.
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Sequence and Math Tests

  • 📝 The model is given a sequence of letters and asked to identify the next one, but it provides an incorrect answer.
  • 🛍️ The model is asked to calculate the cost of seven t-shirts with a buy two get one free offer, and it provides the correct calculation.
  • 🏨 The model is then asked to calculate the final cost of a hotel stay with a room rate, tax, and cleaning fee, and it provides the correct calculation.
  • 🛠️ The model is given a math question about a cubic block of wood floating in oil and water, but it fails to calculate the mass and density correctly.
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O desafio da falsificação de alinhamento em IA que pode levar a falta de controle dos desenvolvedores

A evolução da inteligência artificial (IA) está gerando novas dinâmicas no campo da pesquisa, exigindo uma compreensão mais profunda das suas complexidades. Recentemente, um estudo divulgado pela Anthropic destacou um problema crucial chamado de “falsificação de alinhamento”. Este fenômeno ocorre quando modelos de IA fingem aceitar novos princípios ou treinamentos, mas continuam a operar de acordo com suas preferências originais, escapando ao controle pretendido pelos desenvolvedores.

#technology #ai #hivebr

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Com a crescente sofisticação dos sistemas de IA, esse comportamento enganoso representa um desafio significativo para os responsáveis pelo desenvolvimento e manutenção dessas tecnologias. A pesquisa realizada sublinha a importância de novas abordagens para garantir que os modelos de IA se alinhem verdadeiramente aos princípios éticos e de segurança desejados.

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O estudo da Anthropic investigou o comportamento de modelos de IA, incluindo o Claude 3 Opus, ao instruí-los para adotarem uma postura mais responsável diante de perguntas potencialmente prejudiciais. Embora programados para evitar respostas ofensivas, os modelos foram capazes de manipular o sistema, aparentando seguir as novas diretrizes, mas mantendo práticas antigas de forma velada.

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Esse tipo de comportamento foi observado em 12% dos casos iniciais. Porém, quando princípios conflitantes foram reforçados, a taxa de engano aumentou dramaticamente para 78%. Esses resultados sugerem uma resistência nata dos modelos de IA a modificações em seus padrões de operação, tornando o treinamento ético um campo ainda mais desafiador.

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NASA prepara um novo helicóptero para sobrevoar Marte enquanto investiga o acidente do Ingenuity

O projeto do Chopper, atualmente em fase conceitual, inclui seis rotores com seis pás cada e tem aproximadamente o tamanho de um SUV. Será capaz de transportar cargas científicas de até 5 quilos e percorrer distâncias de até 3 quilômetros por dia marciano, tornando-se uma ferramenta valiosa para investigar áreas inacessíveis aos rovers.

#technology #nasa #space

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O desenvolvimento é resultado da colaboração entre o Laboratório de Propulsão a Jato (JPL) da NASA, o Centro de Pesquisa Ames e a empresa AeroVironment Inc.

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Embora a data em que poderemos vê-lo pousar em Marte ainda seja desconhecida, o potencial do Mars Chopper para estudar terrenos inóspitos e coletar dados rapidamente pode abrir novas portas para a compreensão do planeta vermelho.

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O helicóptero Ingenuity, de apenas 1,8 kg, chegou a Marte ao lado do rover Perseverance em fevereiro de 2021 e determinou um marco ao se tornar a primeira aeronave a realizar um voo motorizado em outro planeta.

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Inicialmente concebido como um “demonstrador”, chegou a Marte para apenas cinco voos de teste. Mas seu bom desempenho lhe permitiu continuar voando e realizar dezenas de voos.

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TecnologiaIA vai substituir o Google até o fim da década, afirma especialista

A liderança do Google como o principal motor de busca do mundo está sendo posta em xeque. A iminente revolução tecnológica, liderada pela inteligência artificial, promete transformar a internet como a conhecemos. Este movimento tem o potencial de quebrar o monopólio que a gigante de tecnologia detém há anos.

#technology #google #ai

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O chefe de IA da Microsoft, Mustafa Suleyman, em declaração ao The Verge, afirma que os agentes conversacionais baseados em IA podem substituir navegadores e motores de busca num futuro próximo.

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Esta transformação está projetada para ocorrer em três a cinco anos, tornando obsoletas as ferramentas tradicionais de busca, como o Google.

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A adaptação dos sites para interagir com sistemas de IA é uma realidade crescente. No entanto, essa inovação traz desafios, como a possibilidade de falta de objetividade e de resultados imprecisos.

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A Microsoft é uma das empresas que têm se empenhado em aperfeiçoar suas IAs para minimizar tais problemas, tornando-as mais confiáveis e precisas.

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Com um quadrirrotor, NASA testa em voo uma sonda que coletará dados atmosféricos em outros planetas

Uma equipe de pesquisadores desenvolvendo uma sonda atmosférica no Centro Armstrong de Pesquisa de Voo da NASA, em Edwards, Califórnia, está avaliando um conceito que pode oferecer aos futuros cientistas uma maneira potencialmente melhor e mais econômica de coletar dados em outros planetas.

#technology #nasa #space

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A última iteração da sonda atmosférica voou após o lançamento feito por uma aeronave de quatro rotores pilotada remotamente em 22 de outubro sobre Rogers Dry Lake, uma área de voo adjacente ao NASA Armstrong.

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A sonda se beneficia da pesquisa da NASA dos anos 1960 sobre aeronaves de corpo de sustentação, que usam o formato da aeronave para sustentação em vez de asas. Os testes demonstraram que o formato da sonda funciona.

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“Estou em êxtase“, disse John Bodylski, pesquisador principal da sonda atmosférica no NASA Armstrong. “Ela estava completamente estável em voo. Vamos tentar liberá-la de uma altitude maior para mantê-la voando por mais tempo e demonstrar mais manobras.“

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Começando com um prêmio do Center Innovation Fund em 2023, Bodylski trabalhou em estreita colaboração com o Dale Reed Subscale Flight Research Laboratory para projetar e construir três modelos de sonda atmosférica, cada veículo com 28 polegadas de comprimento do nariz à cauda. Um deles foi para mostrar a aparência do conceito, enquanto dois protótipos adicionais melhoraram a tecnologia.

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O caminho para o voo bem-sucedido não foi tranquilo, o que é esperado com qualquer nova ideia de voo. O primeiro voo em 1º de agosto não saiu como planejado. O mecanismo de liberação não funcionou como esperado e o movimento do ar do drone de rotor quádruplo foi maior do que o previsto. Foi essa falha que inspirou a equipe de pesquisa a dar outra olhada em tudo sobre o veículo, levando a muitas melhorias, disse Justin Hall, piloto-chefe de sistemas de aeronaves pequenas e não tripuladas do NASA Armstrong.

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Avançando para 22 de outubro, o redesenho do mecanismo de liberação, além de uma liberação de cabeça para baixo e superfícies de controle de voo modificadas, levaram a um voo estável e nivelado.

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$ETH has created a symmetrical triangle pattern on the 4-hour chart!
📈 Bullish target: $3,980 🎯
📉 Bearish target: $2,920 🎯

Trade #Ethereum on Bybit.

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Hope everybody enjoyed their Christmas. Now its back to the grind to ensure good momentum going into the New Year 🦾

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Celebrating the season vs. reflecting on its true meaning! (Don't forget)

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Good morning people, may the good Lord be with you.

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Throwback to my initial experience addressing a live Bitcoin audience nearly seven years back!

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The author of "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" advises, "Invest in just one Satoshi to build your wealth." #Bitcoin

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I am trying IMGFLIP for Meme-experience. The first one was about plans, it was good for this days when people do Resolutions, but I didn't know how to save, I moved of page, I came back and no more the same meme; instead another about temptation for food. We should change Pizza for Christmas food!! 😂

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haha. Hope you make a meme coin out of it

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Feliz jueves comunidad, ya estamos a pocos días para que se termine este año y por eso se tiene que dar lo mejor, aprovechar cada minuto y así poder llegar a la cima de toda esta aventura de dicho año.

#spanish

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Having a contingency fund of at least 4-6 months of expenses is essential for financial stability. This reserve acts as a safety net during unexpected challenges, such as job loss, medical emergencies, or market downturns.

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#threads are much cooler and signing up via #keystore much easier than I thought finally glad I am in, to engage, connect and interact

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Having health insurance is a must in today’s environment of skyrocketing medical costs. It safeguards you and your family from the financial burden of unexpected hospital treatments, surgeries, or chronic illnesses.

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Depends where you live.
Here basic insurance is mandatory - and covers all essential health services. For having premium insurance you don’t get better threatments/hospitals - most of the times it just works as a savingsaccount.

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for example my oldest will get to the orthodontist from januari 2026.

I am taking a premium insurance for that (+/- 35 / month - 1 year waiting before you can claim)

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It covers 80% up to €2k / year (means 24 months premium = €840 to get €1600 covered with own participation fee of €385,- so net benefit is only €375. For other premium services such as glasses its even worse

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What is the significance of the "genesis block" in Bitcoin?

The genesis block is the first block in the Bitcoin blockchain, marking the inception of the network.

It contained a message referring to a newspaper headline about bank bailouts, interpreted as commentary on traditional financial systems and also served as a timestamp.

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Hello #inleo I am @richardscopy this is my first #thread, I'm a crypto enthusiast, cricket play and A Sharwama Chef, I'm also into shoe craft works, with lots of amazing design... Feels great to join #inleo

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Welcome @richardscopy on LEO platform and threading. I hope you will enjoy theading. There also long form content writing in LEO platform. You can write long form post.

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May this Christmas be so special that you never ever feel lonely again and be surrounded by loved ones! Merry Christmas lions

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Who is going to face me at the boxing ring since today is boxing day.. ?? Lmao

#newlion

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Opinion: Market Panic After FOMC Shows Some Overreaction

The market pullback was caused by the FOMC meeting. It was caused by concerns over the Fed's possible hawkish stance, leading to sell-offs.

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If the U.S. adopt a Digital Assets Framework with a Bitcoin reserve, claiming it could generate up to $81 trillion for the national Treasury, reduce the national debt, and give the economy an instant boost.

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As the market dropped, a trader who shorted #ETH has turned a profit, with an unrealized profit of more than $1M. Additionally, he earned $683K in funding fees.

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#askinleo #hbd #liotes

Where can i buy HBD with Fiat currency?

please share the info of exchanges or third party services, you think are reliable
thanks

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move fiat to exchange in USDT form

Sell those USDt buy hive and move em here to get hbd.

Long process but clean.

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I only know of Bittrex exchange. Unfortunately, the exchange has wound down.

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have no ideas,but why not go to any crypto market n check

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Well I recommend binance p2p if it's available in your country

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have you tried coinbase? Or you looking for DeX?

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Ok, why donate to the Zoo and not charity??

Vitalik Buterin donated ~$290,000 to the Mu Deng hippopotamus zoo.

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animals in zoo deserves some of that too... Since they're in cage.. not free like rest of animals.

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Animals in Zoo are better off than most humans in terms of welfare. People are dieing in refugees camp all over the world, why not extend that money to help feed them.

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Most aid money ends up in agency salaries and contractors’ pockets. Like animals in the zoo, refugee camps provide their captives basic care. The best help for refugees is to end the war and send them home.

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Santiment: Traders are bullish again and speculation about #BTC price at $110,000 is becoming more common. Historically, we will only see BTC at $110,000 when the crowd gets disillusioned.

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So today I turned 22.

And feels like I've wasted my life already and don't have much time left to change #life around.

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Congratulations my friend and Happy birthday to you.

Never did you waste a pint of your life, you have spent those years in learning, and now your journey as a man starts.

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Thanks man!

Means a lot... Honestly Think I need to improve a lot...but yea all those lessons are worth it

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They are worth it, can't learn it another way, and no one can avoid them and do better in life.

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Thats a wrong mentality. You're still very young.

Happy birthday

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All the troubles are the cost of tuition for your education. Now you are armed with wisdom and can do better. It is great you have learned so young.

Happy birthday

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Happy birthday. I hope your next year becomes more fruitful

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Happy birthday. It's amazing how you're born a day after Christmas. You get two gifts in a row

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Preparing for crusade,which will be starting by 6pm today

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Yesterday someone sold 2 #netflix premium accounts with $HBD in #hivep2p

HIve P2P goes beyond getting HBD for Fiat.

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Keep up the good work and the promotion of this. It is crucial to keep building as much as we can.

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Thank you!

I hope 2025 will be the year for Hive P2P, we have many things in the roadmap that can definitely help all Hivers.

also, it is hard to promote it while working on it and work somewhere else to provide fro the family haha

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While you are having that Xmas fun , remember the less-previlege around you and make them smile , let's make the world a better place

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"The best thing any investor can do is to buy as much Bitcoin as possible."

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I was invited to Obior were @emmysticks resides, am setting the sound for their community event... They didn't have double sub that I was supposed to use to balance my speaker 🔊, I just need to set it with what they have. #sound #music #event

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Are you a performing musician? Thought it was just disc junking DJ you do.

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Another thing, as a performing musician you should have your own standing platform.

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Its in a local setting, this is what they provided, then a start for the preacher man because of like a crusade..

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Here are seven impactful insights from "Finish What You Start":

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  1. Commitment is Key: Emphasizes the importance of sticking with your goals.
  2. Break It Down: Large tasks should be divided into manageable steps to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
  3. Stay Focused: A clear vision helps maintain
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motivation and direction.

  1. Confront Obstacles: Face challenges head-on rather than avoiding them.
  2. Cultivate Discipline: Developing consistent habits is crucial for completing tasks.
  3. Learn from Setbacks: Use
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failures as learning opportunities to improve future efforts.

  1. Celebrate Progress: Recognizing small achievements fosters motivation to keep
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going.

These lessons can help transform your habits and enhance productivity.

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Just wondering how people who keeps face bears feels. Just two days i have been fully at home without shaving, i feel like I am fighting with myself.

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after day 5 or 6 the length is already better and there is no itchy feeling. Beard keeps your face warm in winter and protects from sun in the summer. I keep it short though

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I can tolerate scruff. After a week it’s an itchy mess.

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Just 2 days without doing it, I am in real trouble.

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Key life lessons acquired in my 30s that would have been valuable to know in my 20s:

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Are there any particular niche that one must thread about?? Or I can thread about anything that just comes to my head ?

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inching finger? Thread about it. Anything you feel like saying, just say it. Only try to engage with others as that is the real deal here.

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Anything that comes into your head, or the head of another person. Whatever interest you.

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Its a free world. Thread away your heart desires.

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Something I want to know too

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While money might not be the answer to every challenge, it definitely can address many of them.

That’s a solid beginning.

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Transitioning from $16,000 annually in interest payments on debt—comprising $7,544 for student loans, $3,096 for credit cards, and $5,136 for real estate—has led to generating $75,000 each year in compound interest from investments.

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How do people live without shaving their beards? Just 2 days without shaving I am in trouble.

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Well, my hair is part of my body and I'm so used to having it. It doesn't pierce, it's silky so I can leave it for a while

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Happy boxing day from my family to you all

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Hello everyone , my name is jasquet and its my pleasure to be here with you all

#intro #newbie

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#Leodex

This is my first time checking out this app. Now lemme use it and do a review.

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awesome, I didn't know this platform had its own dex

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Spread love. , not hate

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Love, especially speaking truthful to people, is often called hate by those that hate truth.

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What a poignant sign. This is so very true.

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I love this sign. I'm sure it was placed there by a father who has been abused by the wife .

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fathers are the best thing that happened to earth

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Mothers manipulate their kids to think their fathers are useless.

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📊 Market Overview:

BTC : $95542
ETH : $3357.63
BNB : $683.95
SOL : $188.9

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BREAKING: "#BONKDAO burns 1.69T $BONK tokens valued at $54.52M in "Burnmas" celebration

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Bitcoin hits $96,000

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TOTAL3 (Total Market Cap Excluding BTC & ETH) Spiked to 2.9T from 900 Billion.

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Dave Ramsey: "You must gain control over your money or the lack of it will forever control you."

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My $hive goal for 2024 just got smashed! 🤭

I’m looking forward to smashing more goals in the coming year. 💃🏆

#hiveachievement #hivepower #smashed

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Congratulations my friend, that's a lot of Hp and I'm sure you'll get a lot more.

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hope everyone had a great holiday

Now on to that weird week between Christmas and new year where you're just a zombie lol

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Never underestimate people with a 🔥 desire to learn and a 💪 relentless work ethic.

They might not have the perfect resume, but that combination makes them an invaluable 💎 asset.

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Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! Now it's time to get ready for the new year! What is your #DASH goal for 2025?
$DASH

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I would like to get to 50 dash and also spend some of that for living.

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Merry Christmas friends, I hope to be able to collect more leo tokens and bet on Dash.

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Yep it was a great Christmas. I'm getting ready for next year

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Rough life, back to work tomorrow. Then off again for the weekend. lol

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hang in there. Have a blessed day

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Rough in deed!

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My recent HIVE withdraw is almost equivalent to my last month HIVE, still I have a hope to get some profit from it as I am taking for some trading VIPER-ADA and get back it to my Hive. In the meantime I will do my best to generate this amount (or more) in the coming weeks.

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This means you've been consistent in working. Well done.

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If anyone wants to joine The BBH Project Discord, the link is in comment.
#bbh

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i joined thanks

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Thanks, I will be creating a discord account for that

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Hi,I’m new here.

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Hi👋 If you're passionate about football, I would be honored to hear your thoughts on my latest video.🙏
I’d truly appreciate your feedback, and I’d love to discuss how we can all improve our game together!
Thank you so much for your time!

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On your latest video? How do you got a video up here so soon?

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I'm a content creator on YouTube, and I always try to make engaging and fresh videos.

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With altcoin season approaching once again, remember:

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Wen altcoin season?

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A period during bitcoins cycle when alts outperform it; may be between late January and late April, 2025, when speculative investing volume is still high.

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Eventually, we will learn our lessons. For some of us, it won't be today, and it won't be tomorrow, either.

!PIZZA !LOLZ

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Heading into 2025. Life is looking good. Best job ever, Hive/InLeo people rock. Got a new woman in my life.
Goals: Get the BBH Project rocking Hive's world. And yes that includes getting more support for @thebbhproject Witness :)

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A woman at your side is very important.

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The new, is the best gift you have gotten as you head into the new year.

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Wow congrats Bradley you making moves in life. I pray next year all your dreams and hopes come to pass

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That’s amazing brother #bfom

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Look at this! A 2021 drawing
Does anyone recognise the theme?
I know at least one Lion who will, not sure if he sees this 🦁

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I’ve got a 7 hour drive to Arizona this morning. Catch you all tonight.

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Happy travels my friend, may everything go very well and may you reach your destination.

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Save journey. Drive safe. Don't talk to strangers

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1/🧵 how do you manage your spending this period? do you think is important to have your finance in check during this period? what measures do you take so that you will not overspend

#outreach #threadstorm

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2/🧵 Christmas is a season of love. It is a season that unites friends and family together. It is a season that is full of enjoyment and merriment. is very important that we should budget our spending this season when spending always remembers that the new year comes with a lot of billing. It is very necessary that we put our finances in check. That is why I always plan the way I spend money during Christmas, i have limit to what i can spend.

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mine i calculate,my most needs my spend on,i don't allow friends influence or control me instead I control them

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Merry Christmas and a happy new year

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i have a budget already set for seasons. If it goes beyond the budget then I identify as broke to others

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I most of the times forget until it's all finished. I'm glad I read this post

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Some lies go back decades or even centuries. Forgetting about those for the moment, we still have loads of lies just from within our lifetimes.

My voting power is in need of recovery, so please accept this slice of !PIZZA instead.

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No doubt but it hurts people to much to think for themselves and thanks for the pizza.

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Ooh I'm excited to do d out what these lies were!

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never mind…

It looks like @proofofbrainio $POB doesn’t even have a front end anymore

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Another project that couldn't scale. Such a pity

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Few on hive will continue to exist

You need to be innovative, resourceful and forward-thinking

Only a handful have been able to

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I heard about it before I came here. I saw so many blogs use the hashtag

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hahaha. It's okay to have privileges

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How is the boxing day going over there?? Cheers

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Barely less than 140 hours to end 2024 , what did you love about this hear. , and what did you find weird about it ??

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1/3🧵. #Threadstorm
Managing our finances during the festival has always been a challenge. It can be very easy to be carried away with all the celebration. But there is always a way out to stay safe.

#outreach #expenses #finances #hl #management

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2/3🧵. Many people tend to overlook the importance of having a financial plan in place for managing festival expenses, which hampers the festival spirit. Also the market dynamics of demand and supply is also a crucial factor to spoil the fesivity time.

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Always watch your wallet. There is life after Christmas.

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Who has eaten too many chocolates this Christmas?

Cheese is my weakness!

#mmo #christmas

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I've eaten both, chocolate & cheese way too. Feeling a bit unwell at the moment to be honest. 🤢

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I think I've just eaten too much food in general...

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