Lynn, Liz, and Mary, and all the Cheney family, honored guests, ladies and gentlemen. I appreciate this chance to say a few words about a man I was proud to call my vice president and my friend. Though not a happy assignment, I do consider it an easy one because there was so much to like and admire about Dick Cheney.Dick was a stoical man and I doubt he left his life with any complaints about the time given to him or its end. He was also a grateful man, grateful above all for three loyal, loving women who s ...

It's the fantastical trip to Oz. >> Wicked for Good is the second and final movie chapter. >> What do you think it is about Wicked that has really captured the hearts of people around the globe.I think uh the the central narrative which is that friendship between the two women, between us, I think it's the notion that feeling or being different uh isn't isn't a bad thing. In the new tale, the unlikely friendship between Alphaba, played by Cynthia Orivo, and Glenda, played by Ariana Grande, takes a twist. No ...

RT Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh)🚨 NEW: In an amazing gesture, newly-elected Japanese PM Takaichi is donating 250 CHERRY TREES for President Trump's Washington DC beautification!"I will extend a gift of 250 cherry trees to Washington DC...I also understand Japanese fireworks will be shown in DC on July 4th next year!"This friendship will go down in history. Trump has a great bond with Japan 🇺🇸🇯🇵 ...

AI Investing Framework - The AI investing landscape is being navigated with uncertainty, likened to looking through a fog with strobe lights [3] - Obvious AI investments include chatbots and productivity/coding assistance, but differential investment is harder due to widespread awareness [4] - Significant changes are expected due to AI disruption, prompting consideration of new opportunities, such as new LinkedIns enabled by AI [5] - Focus should be on Silicon Valley blind spots, areas where AI will be transformative but outside the conventional software-centric view [6][7] Silicon Valley & AI - Silicon Valley's culture, while fostering coopetition and invention, has blind spots, particularly regarding non-software applications of AI [6][7] - A classic blind spot is the tendency to prioritize software-based solutions, overlooking areas where AI's impact will be significant outside of traditional CS [7] - Silicon Valley tends to overemphasize simulation as a solution, which may not be effective for complex problems like drug discovery [16][18] AI's Impact on Professions - AI diagnostic capabilities are superior knowledge stores compared to human doctors, suggesting a shift in the doctor's role [21] - The future role of doctors will be as expert users of AI knowledge stores, not as mere repositories of memorized information [22] - LLMs are currently limited in reasoning capabilities, often providing consensus opinions rather than lateral thinking [25][28] - Professionals need to develop more sideways and lateral thinking to effectively utilize AI, questioning consensus opinions [28] AI & Automation - Automation of physical tasks (atoms) is more challenging than automating information-based tasks (bits) due to factors like capital expenditure and robotics limitations [33][34] - The economics of robotics depend on the crossover point between capital expenditure (capex) and operational expenditure (opex) [46] - Current AI systems often lack common sense awareness and context awareness, leading to nonsensical outputs [47] AI Adoption & Hype - AI is currently underhyped because many people judge it based on past experiences and haven't seen its recent advancements [54][57] - AI adoption is driven by the "lazy and rich" concept, where it enables users to work fewer hours and make more money [52] - Skepticism towards AI often stems from judging it based on its present capabilities rather than extrapolating its future potential [59] AI Development & Future - AI development involves combining different models, such as LLMs and diffusion models, to achieve complex tasks [59] - Making AI models more predictable and reliable is a crucial goal to alleviate fears about potential misuse [59] - Achieving logical proof and validation in AI, particularly in mathematics, remains a significant challenge [60] - The development of agency and goal-setting capabilities in AI is almost certain, raising concerns about control and alignment with human values [60] LinkedIn's Durability - LinkedIn's durability stems from its large network, which is difficult to replicate due to the lack of sizzle compared to social media platforms [62][63] - LinkedIn has built a network that fosters collaboration and professional connections, making it a valuable resource for its users [63] - LinkedIn's success is attributed to staying true to its purpose, providing a platform for professional networking and collaboration [63] Friendship in the Age of AI - Friendship is a joint relationship where two people agree to help each other become the best possible versions of themselves [64][65] - True friendship involves mutual support and tough love, helping each other grow and improve [65] - AI companions, while potentially awesome, cannot replace human friends because they lack the bidirectional relationship and mutual growth [66][67]

AI Companion Product Analysis - The AI companion product, "Friend," is met with skepticism and criticism from some users, as evidenced by graffiti expressing negative sentiments [1][2][6] - The AI companion primarily functions by listening to the environment and responding to user queries via text messages, with limited capabilities such as short responses and inability to provide to-do lists or transcripts [2][3] - The AI companion is positioned as a solution to loneliness, reflecting a trend of individuals seeking companionship through AI, as seen with reactions to updates in other AI models [3][4] Limitations of AI Companionship - The core argument is that AI companionship lacks the essential elements of real friendship, such as genuine care, emotional investment, and shared experiences in times of need [4][5][6] - The AI companion is perceived as incapable of forming meaningful connections or providing the same level of support and empathy as human friends [6] - The value of real friendship lies in the mutual care and concern for each other's well-being, which is absent in AI relationships [5][6]

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[Music] Hello everyone. My name is Ethan. I come from YCIS Pong.Quick question. Show of hands. Is there anyone into basketball.Great. Well, I'm not into basketball. I'm into football.Do any of you even know what furball is. Well, don't worry. We'll cover that.Basically, it is similar to ice hockey and field hockey. You just run on the court and hit the ball with a stick. Football has taught me many important lessons.Before I discovered football, I was a really small and skinny kid. I know I'm still pretty s ...

International Relations - King Charles is playing a role in helping to "reinvigorate" the UK-France friendship [1]

Think about that moment in your life when you discovered something you love. Think about those times when you've been fully involved with something you're passionate about. Is it a hobby, an activity, a sport.We all have something that gets us hooked and which in which we can completely absorb ourselves in. For me, that passion is football. And for me, that passion is basketball.But I sure can play football, too. That's right. We're going to be talking about two perspectives.One that football isn't his favo ...