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  1. COMMENTARY · Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk English(EN) ·

    Read this thread if you wanna be informed 👇🏽

    Timnit Gebru shared a thread on Bluesky detailing the capabilities and implications of the "AI desk" feature within the Bluesky Jetstream application. The thread emphasizes the interactive nature of the web application, noting that it relies heavily on JavaScript for its functionality. While simpler HTML interfaces are possible, the AI desk is designed as a more complex, dynamic experience. AI

    IMPACT Provides insight into the user experience and technical underpinnings of AI-integrated social media features.

  2. COMMENTARY · Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk English(EN) · · [3 sources]

    "Anthropic’s Roman moment is a masterclass in soft-power repositioning. By embedding itself in the Vatican’s moral architecture at the precise moment it is unde

    AI researcher Timnit Gebru criticizes Anthropic's partnership with the Vatican, viewing it as a strategic move to enhance its public image amidst ongoing scrutiny. Gebru argues that the Vatican's collaboration legitimizes Anthropic despite accusations of data theft, labor exploitation, and environmental harm. She likens the partnership to the Sackler family discussing the opioid crisis, highlighting a perceived moral compromise. AI

    IMPACT Criticism of AI companies' ethical practices and partnerships may influence public perception and regulatory scrutiny.

  3. COMMENTARY · Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk English(EN) ·

    Guys, I'm getting the equivalent of "but have you read the document about oxy co-authored with the Sackler family"?

    Timnit Gebru expressed frustration with a user's comment on Bluesky, likening it to a problematic endorsement of a document co-authored by the Sackler family. She implied the user was promoting a harmful perspective without critical engagement. Gebru stated she would not engage further with such comments. AI

    IMPACT This commentary highlights concerns about how information and endorsements are shared online, potentially impacting public discourse around sensitive topics.

  4. COMMENTARY · Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    The way people take these bozos seriously, its like living in the twilight zone.

    Timnit Gebru criticizes the notion that future utopia will be brought about by either advanced AI or by wealthy individuals from AI companies like Anthropic and OpenAI. She expresses skepticism towards figures who have cultivated an image of expertise, likening the public's reception of them to living in the "twilight zone." Gebru notes that younger generations seem less convinced by these narratives. AI

    IMPACT Skepticism from prominent AI researchers like Timnit Gebru highlights ongoing debates about AI's societal impact and the narratives surrounding its development.

  5. COMMENTARY · Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk English(EN) ·

    "In this vapid AI booster podcast episode...Claude Code creator...is asked why his product has Claude grep around in your terminal instead of giving it a client

    A podcast episode featuring the creator of Claude Code discussed the product's functionality, specifically why it uses Claude to search terminals rather than a client-side knowledge graph. The discussion highlighted the interactive nature of the web application, which requires JavaScript. AI

    IMPACT Discusses a specific product's implementation details, offering insight into user interface design choices for AI tools.