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How to Function in an Increasingly Polarized Society | Fiona MacDonald | TEDxAbbotsford
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-05 15:57
Polarization & Its Drivers - Polarization is defined as a movement towards extremes, eroding the moderate center where common ground is typically found [2] - The increasing polarization in society is not primarily driven by policy differences, but by profound differences in emotional understanding, specifically one's affective sense of the world [6][12] - Fear, as a primal emotion, is a significant driver of these divisions, influencing individuals' sense of safety and danger [8] Mitigation Strategies: The Three C's - The industry suggests a three-pronged approach to mitigate polarization: Connect, Curate, and Cultivate [13] - Connect: Emphasizes connecting to one's ethics and values such as integrity, dignity, honesty, and kindness [13] - Curate: Advocates for curating exposure to information, particularly on social media, which is identified as a causal factor in conflict due to algorithms designed to maximize engagement through moral outrage [14][15] - Cultivate: Highlights the importance of community, compassion, curiosity, and appreciation, encouraging individuals to engage in conversations with those holding differing viewpoints [17] The Role of Social Media - Research indicates that social media is not merely correlated with conflict but is causal, driven by algorithms and corporate interests that prioritize engagement through moral outrage [14][15] - Social media algorithms are designed to keep users engaged by tapping into deep-seated fears and presenting the world as a dangerous place, rewarding moral outrage [16] Connection & Empathy - Finding emotional empathy and connecting with others on emotional realities, even without agreeing on facts, is key to navigating polarized times [18][19] - Listening first and finding common ground are crucial for meaningful connection and appreciation, even when coming from different standpoints [17][18]
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Ansem 🧸💸· 2025-09-05 15:45
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Why social media makes it harder to battle misinformation in public health
MSNBC· 2025-09-04 21:15
All right, we're back. Let's play a little bit of sound. I want to play um for the control room um Maria Canwell uh putting up a graph talking about Senator Canwell talking about um where we are today versus where we used to be because of vaccines.You're interrupting me and sir, you're a charlatan. That's what you are. You're the ones who conflate chronic disease with the need for vaccines.The history on vaccines is very clear. This is the 20th century. That's how many people had vaccines and had illnesses. ...
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TechCrunch· 2025-09-04 19:08
Nepal has moved to block 26 social media platforms for failing to comply with its registration requirements. https://t.co/DY8I2uROdm ...
Who are you influencing and why does it matter? | Tonya Williams | TEDxAlabaster
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-04 16:23
[Music] Have you ever purchased something online because someone convinced you that it changed their life. Detox tea, a treadmill that slides under your desk or coffee. Same.I'm guilty, too. Now, I don't know what that says about me. Maybe I'm easily influenced or maybe I just like stuff.I have bought detox tea that literally obviously did nothing but hold me hostage in my bathroom for three days. A $99 planner that I didn't use to plan to do anything or go anywhere. And don't even get me started about the ...
AI Spending is Beginning to Payoff
ETF Trends· 2025-09-04 12:58
Core Insights - Major tech companies are investing billions in AI operations, with potential payoffs on the horizon as indicated by recent research from Alger [1][4] - The five largest AI hyperscalers (Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, and Oracle) are projected to see a slowdown in CapEx growth while operating cash flow is expected to increase steadily [2] Group 1: AI Investment Trends - Significant capital expenditure (CapEx) is being directed towards AI, but the growth rate is expected to slow in the coming years [2] - Companies like Microsoft and Meta are already reporting AI as a notable contributor to their revenue growth as of June 2025 [4] Group 2: Investment Opportunities - Investors are encouraged to gain exposure to a variety of AI-related companies, including those involved in AI infrastructure and implementation [5] - The Alger AI Enablers & Adopters ETF (ALAI) offers diversified exposure to companies positioned to benefit from rising AI adoption, including firms like AppLovin, TSMC, and Talen Energy [6] Group 3: Investment Strategy - ALAI employs a fundamental, bottom-up approach to select high conviction stocks, focusing on companies with high unit volume growth or positive life cycle changes [7] - The strategy aims to capitalize on the broadening adoption of AI across various sectors, including traditionally less dynamic industries like Industrials and Utilities [7][8]
The business of pro tennis
CNBC Television· 2025-09-03 18:15
the exchange. The US Open now in the quarterfinals section. And while this year's showing has not been a grand slam for American tennis players, tennis's popularity is still growing overall stateside.Joining me now to break it all down with those numbers included from the Billy Jean King Tennis Center in Queens, New York, is CNBC's Alex Sherman. Uh this is a plum assignment even though it's local, but there's a lot of folks out there who would be very, very, very happy to be where you are right now, Alex. Y ...
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Binance· 2025-09-02 20:00
Binance is hiring a Social Media Intern 👷👷Think you can handle:> Memes> Trading takes> Community vibes> Reply banter👉 Apply here: https://t.co/nF0lG4goIi https://t.co/wuPZMgZqfy ...