Understanding Scaling Law through Data Science Lenses

Language models (LMs) represent a highly versatile category of technology, processing text inputs to generate textual outputs. Contemporary research has illuminated that this adaptable text-to-text framework can be harnessed to address a myriad of tasks without necessitating task-specific adjustments (i.e., absent fine-tuning or architectural changes) through the use of prompting methods to enable precise zero … Read more

A Comparative Algorithm Audit of Conspiracies on the Net: Conclusion and Bibliography

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

A Comparative Algorithm Audit of Conspiracies on the Net: Methodology

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

A Comparative Algorithm Audit of Conspiracies on the Net: Limitations

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

A Comparative Algorithm Audit of Conspiracies on the Net: Discussion

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

A Comparative Algorithm Audit of Conspiracies on the Net: Results

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

A Comparative Algorithm Audit of Conspiracies on the Net: Research Questions

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

A Comparative Algorithm Audit: Conspiracy Theories in the Online Environments

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

A Comparative Algorithm Audit of Conspiracies on the Net: Abstract and Introduction

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

Web Search Results: Biases, Inaccuracies and Their Consequences

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Aleksandra Urman, She is a corresponding author from Department of Informatics, University of Zurich, Switzerland; (2) Mykola Makhortykh, Institute of Communication and Media Studies, University of Bern, Switzerland; (3) Roberto Ulloa, GESIS – Leibniz-Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, Germany; (4) Juhi Kulshrestha, Department of … Read more

We’ve Been Here Before: The Impacts of Today’s Age of AI

Accelerated employment. Wage gains. Faster investment, more information and notable gains in productivity. These were all hallmarks of the 1990s, a period that looms large in the memories of those who witnessed this time of innovation and skyrocketing long-term growth. New technologies, like computers and software, gave rise to a greater reliance and utilization of … Read more

How to Bypass GPTZero AI Detection

AI writing tools have drastically streamlined the content creation process across a wide range of fields and professions. However, the rise of AI detectors like GPTZero that work to detect AI content stands in the way of that. To make matters worse, these platforms aren’t foolproof. In other words, your content can still be falsely … Read more

7 Ways to Make Use of Llama-3 for Free

After digging deep and scouring the internet, I’m excited to share my findings on how to harness the power of Llama-3 without breaking the bank! As a large language model, Llama-3 has the potential to revolutionize the way we work and create, but accessing its capabilities can come with a hefty price tag. Determined to … Read more

Start Strong: Tips for Tech Product Managers for Product Positioning and Launch

Throughout my decade-long career as a Technical Product Manager, I have had the pleasure of launching multiple high-impact products in the Enterprise technology space. My experience spans the entire technology stack, from launching x86 servers to delivering Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) cloud platforms and launching Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions. And across these … Read more

4 Case Studies in UX Audit: Insights and Best Practices for Improving User Experience

Do you know what our brain is afraid of the most? Blindspots, unclarity, vagueness. Our brain seeks rules, patterns, and templates because they provide guidance and give us a feeling of confidence we’re going the right way. That’s why we like examples. It’s more easy and convenient to follow somebody’s successful experience than pay your … Read more

Unity Communications Founder on Building the Company

:::info Welcome to HackerNoon’s Writing Prompts! Would you like to take a stab at answering some of these questions? The link for the template is HERE. ::: Over a decade ago, I founded Unity Communications with a vision to boost company growth through outstanding leadership and customer service. Today, we connect a driven global workforce with … Read more

Biometrics: A Beacon of Trust in the Digital Media Landscape

Online media is currently grappling with a crisis characterized by diminishing trust, the widespread dissemination of misinformation, and the alarming proliferation of fake news and experiences. This article delves into the challenges plaguing the digital media landscape and proposes the adoption of biometric technology as a potential solution. Biometrics, with its capabilities in identity verification, … Read more

Leveraging LLMs for Generation of Unusual Text Inputs in Mobile App Tests: Related Work

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Zhe Liu, State Key Laboratory of Intelligent Game, Beijing, China Institute of Software Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China; (2) Chunyang Chen, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia; (3) Junjie Wang, State Key Laboratory of Intelligent … Read more

How to Implement Multi-Group Bar Chart and Interact With Highlighting by Grouping Dimension

😊 I am a developer of VChart, so I will introduce the solution in VChart. Description Solution for implementing a multi-group bar chart similar to the following figure: Expect two groups to differentiate in style through color transparency. When the mouse hovers over a column block, all blocks of the same color are highlighted in … Read more

Investing in IoT Applications: All You Need to Know

The Inte­rnet of Things (IoT) is an advanced te­chnology that has evolved from being just a tre­ndy phrase to a groundbreaking innovation with countless applications across various se­ctors. In agriculture, IoT sensors can monitor soil moisture, te­mperature, and other factors to optimize­ crop growth. In healthcare, they can track patie­nts’ vital signs, medication adherence­, and … Read more

From Chat-Bots to Killer-Bots?

How memory, reasoning, and action-based learning transform AI agents from language processors to practical collaborators. Introduction A language model might be able to write an eloquent poem about a flower or generate instructions on how to plant one. However, ask it to physically plant a flower, and you’ll be met with silence. This stark contrast … Read more

A Roadmap For Web3 Adoption: What Is Needed?

In the realm of technological innovation, Web3 represents a paradigm shift toward decentralized, peer-to-peer networks that aim to reshape the way we interact with the internet. However, widespread adoption is essential for Web3 to realize its full potential. In this article, we’ll outline a roadmap for Web3 adoption and explore the key components needed to … Read more

Leveraging LLMs for Generation of Unusual Text Inputs in Mobile App Tests: Discussion and Validity

:::info This paper is available on arxiv under CC 4.0 license. Authors: (1) Zhe Liu, State Key Laboratory of Intelligent Game, Beijing, China Institute of Software Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China; (2) Chunyang Chen, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia; (3) Junjie Wang, State Key Laboratory of Intelligent … Read more

Velocity Labs And Ramp Network Facilitate Fiat To Crypto Onramp On Polkadot Via Asset Hub Support

ZUG, SWITZERLAND, April 25th, 2024/Chainwire/–Velocity Labs is proud to announce a fiat to crypto onramp using Ramp Network through the integration of Asset Hub. Through it, Ramp will be able to service any parachain in the Polkadot ecosystem. Onramps from fiat to crypto have historically been one of the biggest pain points with regard to … Read more

Proof of Pitch: Transforming The Pitch Competition Landscape With AI-Driven Insights And Top Web3 VC

PARIS, France, April 25th, 2024, Chainwire Prize pool of over 1M€ value including media grant from Cointelegraph Proof of Pitch is part of Proof of Talk, where All Global Leaders in Web3 Meet   10-11 June 2024, Museum of Decorative Arts (MAD), Louvre Palace, Paris In a ground-breaking shift from traditional pitch competitions, Proof of Pitch … Read more