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Nintendo Switch 2: Close To Arrival
- Nintendo announced the Switch 2, which is backward-compatible and puts Nintendo back in the realm of progressive thinking.
- The Switch 2 is said to be equally or nearly as powerful as PS5 and Series X/S, and will feature better graphics.
- The article lists the author’s four personal asks for the system, which include: better hardware, a Super Mario Odyssey sequel, more third-party games, and Metroid Prime 4.
- A new Mario game could be along the lines of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, with Paper Mario/Mario RPG elements.
- Nintendo is more receptive to outside publishers, releasing (some) M-rated games, and an updated system, so we can expect to see some PS5 and Series X/S games come to Switch 2.
- Playing popular games such as COD, Fortnite, and Madden NFL 26 on-the-go would appeal to many players.
- The author expects more sports games, such as playing Superstar Mode on Switch 2, making it more feasible to use practically everywhere.
- It's been a while since the last (new) Metroid game was Dread in 2021 and the last Prime game was back in 2007.
- Looking forward to the upcoming Switch 2 preorder to get their hands on the system.
- In conclusion, the Switch 2 will likely be an exciting time to be a gamer and Nintendo's new progressiveness makes us hopeful for its future.
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Say goodbye to back-to-back meetings and say hello to Deep Work
- Deep work is essential in today's distracted world, as it allows for productivity and achieving ambitious goals.
- Deep work is becoming increasingly rare due to distractions and fragmentation of attention.
- Practicing deep work brings meaning and satisfaction to work, eliminating shallow activities.
- To prioritize deep work, embrace boredom, limit internet access, and consider quitting social media.
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A population time bomb threatens to make young people work longer hours, be more productive, and delay retirement, McKinsey finds
- A McKinsey report warns that declining birth rates and longer life spans could lead to future workers facing longer hours, more years in the labor force, and increased pressure to be productive.
- The report suggests that future generations will inherit lower economic growth and bear the cost of supporting retirees.
- Elon Musk and Jeremy Grantham have both highlighted the threat of population decline and its impact on civilization.
- To address the issue, the report suggests a combination of increased workforce, longer working lives, and improved productivity.
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ChatGPT Tasks, AI retention rates, DuoLingo's Mandarin growth
- ChatGPT has added a new feature called Tasks for paid users that will allow setting up reminders or notifications.
- Amazon has launched a new product to monetize search results for ecommerce businesses to display third-party offerings.
- YouTube videos may get the ability to chat back with users, according to unreleased code from Google.
- CPO of Figma, Avantika Gomes, suggests that planning and focusing on agents and assistants is essential for product managers.
- Shopify transitioned to using React Native for its mobile app development five years ago and has reaped the benefits.
- Synthesia's B2B AI video platform has raised $180m to create avatars for business contexts.
- A new feature in Hinge called Prompt Feedback analyzes dating profiles and offers personalized advice for enriching conversations.
- Left is a new mobile app that allows users to manage and visualize their time via elegant dot visualizations.
- LinkedIn confirms making its AI features available for free to help job seekers, with 67 million users currently seeking jobs each week.
- Duolingo is seeing a 216% rise in Mandarin learners as users flock to Chinese-based TikTok alternatives.
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Top 10 Web3 Careers for Success: Part 2
- Decentralized Interface Designers (dApps): Crafting Intuitive User Experiences
- Decentralized Identity and Privacy Specialists: Securing User Data
- Web3 Legal Counsel: Guiding Decentralized Compliance
- Web3 Community Managers: Building Engaged Decentralized Networks
- NFT Developers: Innovating Unique Digital Assets
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Educating Machines.
- Teaching machines refers to training algorithms and models to recognize patterns, make decisions, and solve problems using data.
- Educated machines are impacting every aspect of our lives.
- To educate a machine, we need three things: Data, Algorithms, and Models.
- The process of educating machines involves Data Collection, Preprocessing, Training, Testing, Deployment and Retraining.
- Common challenges in Educating Machines include data bias, overfitting, and computational power requirements.
- Real-World Applications of Educated Machines include Healthcare, Formula 1 Performance, Fraud Detection, Predictive Maintenance, and personalized E-commerce recommendations.
- Free resources for learning Machine Learning include: Amazon ML University, Coursera, Kaggle, edX, Google AI, and AWS SageMaker Studio Lab.
- Looking ahead, Educating Machines will expand in techniques like generative AI and reinforcement learning
- A crucial role by Data scientists and AI engineers is required in ensuring that Educating Machines do not create problems and become a tool for progress.
- As we teach machines to think, let us guide them to learn responsibly, ensuring they become tools for progress and not pitfalls of unintended consequences.
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PHP is Not Bad, So Why Is It Not Well-Received?
- According to 3Techs, as of July 2023, a staggering 77.4% of all known websites are using PHP.
- PHP's popularity can be attributed mainly to its ease of entry.
- However, despite these impressive figures, PHP often becomes the butt of jokes.
- PHP first appeared in 1995, and to be honest, it wasn't very appealing at that time.
- While PHP is self-improving, the tools we use are also evolving.
- The popularity of PHP local development tools is not only due to their convenience, but also because they provide developers with a stable and feature-rich local development environment.
- From being the "laughingstock of programming" to becoming the "dark horse of web development," PHP's journey is akin to a Hollywood inspirational film.
- PHP, like any other language, has its strengths and limitations.
- It's time to set aside those outdated jokes and evaluate PHP based on its current strengths.
- After all, PHP is not that bad, is it?
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Maximizing Earnings with AI-Driven Faceless Shorts: Whop.com’s Monetization Guide
- Whop.com offers an opportunity to create professional faceless Shorts with AI-powered tools.
- Whop.com provides a user-friendly platform with AI tools for successful faceless Shorts creation.
- Whop.com simplifies the process of creating faceless Shorts with step-by-step guidance.
- Whop.com enables monetization of faceless Shorts through integrations and sponsorships.
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Productivity Hacks for Remote Teams
- Setting clear goals and expectations helps remote teams stay focused and efficient.
- Using integrated tools for communication and task management improves collaboration.
- Establishing a routine and dedicated workspace enhances productivity and work-life balance.
- Building a sense of connection through virtual activities and open communication boosts team morale.
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How I Generated $1,000 a Day Using This Blueprint
- The Fast Profit Blueprint is a comprehensive system designed to help users generate significant income quickly.
- Users have reported impressive results, such as earning $500 in the first week and $2,000 within a month.
- The blueprint provides easy access to tools and resources, simplifying the income-generating process.
- Anyone, including freelancers, online sellers, bloggers, and students, can benefit from this system.
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Why You Hate Test Coverage
- Test coverage is a valuable measure in software development.
- Many people dislike test coverage because it often becomes a target instead of a measurement.
- Test coverage should be seen as a measurement, not a target, and should build confidence in software.
- Focus on achieving 100% coverage and prioritize other aspects of testing.
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Microsoft and Google roll out new pricing for their AI productivity tools
- Microsoft and Google have announced new pricing for their AI productivity tools.
- Microsoft introduces a new version of its free tier of AI assistant Copilot as part of Microsoft 365.
- Microsoft enables users to create AI agents capable of automating business tasks.
- Google removes the requirement of buying an add-on to access the full feature set of its AI toolkit Gemini in Workspace.
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Google Makes AI Features Free to Workspace Subscribers
- Google has made AI features free for Workspace subscribers.
- Subscribers to Workspace Business and Enterprise plans will now receive Gemini, Google's AI model, at no added cost.
- Google is phasing out the Gemini add-on fees, while increasing prices for Workspace Business and Enterprise plans.
- Businesses are increasingly using generative AI for various tasks, including production monitoring and cybersecurity management.
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The Career Killer Checklist: 10 Common Pitfalls to Avoid in 2025
- Career setbacks can pile up quickly, but by learning to spot common pitfalls, professionals can escape and ensure lasting success.
- The article explores 10 career traps to avoid, including delaying goals, assuming hard work is enough, and chasing other people's dreams.
- Other traps include falling for golden handcuffs, prioritizing loyalty over growth, and being scared of negotiating.
- Professionals are encouraged to set small goals, focus on delivering results, define their own success, and not be afraid to navigate work relationships.
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What to Do When You Feel Unmotivated: My 3 Favorite Tips
- If you’re struggling with motivation, then you’re in luck
- Here are three strategies to get you energized
- Start your day with the 10-minute recharge exercise by asking yourself 4 questions
- Note down the answers to your questions for future reference and motivation
- Tap into other people’s motivation to recharge your own
- Don't confine motivational help to people just in your life - Brian Tracy or Wayne Dyer books, Youtube talks or blogs work too
- Sometimes, just get started and take it one small step at a time - motivation will catch up
- It's okay to not feel motivated every day. Just take small steps forward anyway.
- The next step will get easier and maybe even enjoyable
- Soon you'll have your motivation back
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