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The Charlie Kirk shooting brings out the worst in social media | Insights by Willow Ventures

The Charlie Kirk shooting brings out the worst in social media | Insights by Willow Ventures

The Social Media Aftermath of Violence: Why You Should Log Off In today’s digital age, shocking content can spread like wildfire across social media platforms. Recently, the disturbing video of Charlie Kirk’s shooting has raised serious concerns about the impact of unmoderated content online. The Viral Spread of Graphic Violence Many users were unprepared for […]

The debate behind SB 53, the California bill trying to prevent AI from building nukes | Insights by Willow Ventures

The debate behind SB 53, the California bill trying to prevent AI from building nukes | Insights by Willow Ventures

California’s Groundbreaking AI Regulation: The SB 53 Bill As a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), California is poised to shape the future of AI regulation with the proposed SB 53 bill. This significant legislation focuses on enhancing transparency from companies developing advanced AI models, addressing both the benefits and potential hazards of AI technology. […]

Apple’s iPhone Air looks great but maybe your phone plan needs an upgrade | Insights by Willow Ventures

Apple’s iPhone Air looks great but maybe your phone plan needs an upgrade | Insights by Willow Ventures

Introducing the iPhone Air: Apple’s Bold New Release Apple has made waves at its latest iPhone event by launching the iPhone Air, claiming it as “the thinnest iPhone ever.” However, this sleek design comes with some compromises, particularly in battery life. The Design Focus of the iPhone Air The iPhone Air breaks from Apple’s recent […]

AI job market: Careers are being upturned by artificial intelligence. | Insights by Willow Ventures

AI job market: Careers are being upturned by artificial intelligence. | Insights by Willow Ventures

The Struggles of Recent Computer Science Graduates in Today’s Job Market Navigating the job market can be challenging, particularly for recent graduates in fields like computer science. As automation and economic uncertainties reshape the landscape, job seekers face unprecedented obstacles. The Case of Colton Masi Colton Masi, a 23-year-old software engineering graduate from Drexel University, […]

AI forecasting tournament tried to predict 2025. It couldn’t. | Insights by Willow Ventures

The AI Predictions Showdown: Insights from Leading Experts Recently, two prominent figures in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) engaged in an enlightening discussion about the future of AI. Their insights provide a unique perspective on current advancements and potential risks in this rapidly evolving field. François Chollet: An Optimist with Reservations François Chollet, the […]

What age should kids get their first phone? Younger than you think | Insights by Willow Ventures

If you’re a parent, you’ve probably grappled with the question of when your kid should get a smartphone. There’s a nationwide movement, Wait Until 8th, that argues that devices should be kept out of kids’ hands until they’re deep into middle school. Some families manage to hold out even longer. Andrew Przybylski, a professor of […]