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Should we be afraid of Artificial Intelligence?
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Here’s an interesting point of view on how AI can or will change society. It’s scary stuff IMHO.
https://europeanconservative.com/ar...vote-for-progressive-bias-in-language-models/
https://europeanconservative.com/ar...vote-for-progressive-bias-in-language-models/
AI content creators. Screenshot of their FB page 7.5 m followers. Some clips do say it is AI and the stories are for entertainment, but that part is a bit like small print at the end, and other clips don't have the disclaimer
The stories make out plausible reasons for why the clips are filmed.
This is just the tip of one from of AI use.......imagine the amount of resources used by the one creater.
Link to a clip that showed up today.
https://www.facebook.com/
The rest is from a quick dive into who was behind it
The stories make out plausible reasons for why the clips are filmed.
This is just the tip of one from of AI use.......imagine the amount of resources used by the one creater.
Link to a clip that showed up today.
https://www.facebook.com/
The rest is from a quick dive into who was behind it
Ready an article the other day, (so many about AI it got lost in the chaff), where companies are using it for data referencing to take it in to the future.
One bright person thought this wasn't making sense. He/she, (can't remember the sex), did an audit on the AI findings, found the data, (not peer reviewed by any one), was leading the company into bankruptcy. They ditched the AI program. Went back to human processing.
I hope this continues to happen quite honestly.
It's becoming increasingly more obvious to me that the data centers being rushed by the American govt are going to raise the cost of our electric bills and water bills. Why the FUCK do they want US to pay for something THEY build? It's been this way forever I get that but seriously, enough is enough. New Jersey residents went to city council and actually rallies to successfully get the council to cancel a data center from being built. I fear they'll have to be vigilant in watching for them to try and resubmit for construction over and over again but people are pushing back against this all. With the economy already in the shitter and things already being super expensive this just adds to the pile. What's gonna be the straw that breaks the camels back?
Yesterday somebody said the approach of AI is like being on a beach watching a tsunami approaching. Should you run? Can you run fast enough? Where would you run? Is anywhere safe? Is there any point running? So, unreal moment, you stand there watching.
Will the AI tsunami wash jobs away? From lorry drivers to newsreaders. From wharehouse staff to creatives - books, film, music, advertising. Musk's gigafactory makes one new Tesla every 40 seconds in a fully automated, self-monitoring, self-repairing factory which we are told learns from experience and improves its own procedures. The people are just there to monitor.
The advertising industry says job cuts are being felt right now - job adverts in the UK advertising industry were down 41% in 2025, with the worst affected roles being creatives. And many agencies expect additional jobs cuts this year. A bloke they interviewd from the advertising and PR industry said they are simply one sector in the forefront of the onset of AI. Other types of business will face similar effects soon, and he expects things to get a lot worse in terms of headcount in advertising and PR.
Will the AI tsunami wash jobs away? From lorry drivers to newsreaders. From wharehouse staff to creatives - books, film, music, advertising. Musk's gigafactory makes one new Tesla every 40 seconds in a fully automated, self-monitoring, self-repairing factory which we are told learns from experience and improves its own procedures. The people are just there to monitor.
The advertising industry says job cuts are being felt right now - job adverts in the UK advertising industry were down 41% in 2025, with the worst affected roles being creatives. And many agencies expect additional jobs cuts this year. A bloke they interviewd from the advertising and PR industry said they are simply one sector in the forefront of the onset of AI. Other types of business will face similar effects soon, and he expects things to get a lot worse in terms of headcount in advertising and PR.
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Like all revolutions the tide is broad and sweeps all before it. Adapt and figure out the new sweet spots or watch the beach erode around you.
I'm nearing the inflection point of diving in to see what can be done as an individual (on the cheap).
I'm nearing the inflection point of diving in to see what can be done as an individual (on the cheap).
Another place I feel cheated by AI. If I know it’s AI, I don’t want to listen.
If this isn't a scam it's damned scary.
Doesn't take long.......
Started writing an answer, then did a search on the Julia McCoy.
Bit of background, came from a cult left and made good, (short version), but there isn't really any details in any longer ones.
Made money from starting a business then selling it for $1m.
Anyone could have got the same service for free
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DuckDuckGo search brings up articles on her background and her success.
Claims she made her money on Upwork before starting her business
Product review on Upwork.
https://www.productreview.com.au/listings/upwork
1.1 rating
For someone who has risen from a cult, becoming a success story Millionaire in 9 years there is no Wikipedia page on her.???????
Opportunistic person, (yay she has bones surname and wears a star trek uniform), who wouldn't b above scamming in my opinion.
I have way to much time on my hands and have become sceptical, way more sceptical with all this AI shit.
My question is the bonifides of the Chinese robotics demonstration. Which has gotten lots of exposure from many sources including network
TV. In a closed society major AI "fakes" and staged choreography aren't impossible,
not that what is seen isn't impressive anyways. 
Edit after spending entirely too much time, I think this is smoke and mirrors on several levels, the dance moves are choreographed and are centrally directed it's not a bunch of robots working together, it's one source replicated across the group just like the drone light shows. You want to impress me? Show me your robots completing ordinary "fuzzy" tasks quickly and neatly done. Like folding a basket of clothes changing a tire out on the street, or making a messy bed.
TV. In a closed society major AI "fakes" and staged choreography aren't impossible,
not that what is seen isn't impressive anyways. Edit after spending entirely too much time, I think this is smoke and mirrors on several levels, the dance moves are choreographed and are centrally directed it's not a bunch of robots working together, it's one source replicated across the group just like the drone light shows. You want to impress me? Show me your robots completing ordinary "fuzzy" tasks quickly and neatly done. Like folding a basket of clothes changing a tire out on the street, or making a messy bed.
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Same thought went through my mind. A search seems to confirm it was real.
Made me laugh, biggest audience ever recorded in the world, over 1B.
Made me laugh, biggest audience ever recorded in the world, over 1B.
m.youtube.com/watch?v=aJUuJtGgkQg
I don't know about other states but our Electric bills here in MD have skyrocketed.
Industry sources are blaming plant shutdowns for "carbon reduction efforts" but also speculators buying up electricity (or something like that) due to AI Data center demands.
All the talk about Electric cars straining the grid for years and AI comes in and says "hold my beer"
Industry sources are blaming plant shutdowns for "carbon reduction efforts" but also speculators buying up electricity (or something like that) due to AI Data center demands.
All the talk about Electric cars straining the grid for years and AI comes in and says "hold my beer"
I've looked at those videos I'm not buying that they are "real" so I asked Grok:
Q: Did any US reporters attend 2026 Spring Festival Gala and see the robot demonstrations live?
A: Based on extensive searches across web sources, news articles, and social media discussions, there are no confirmed reports of any US reporters or journalists attending the 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala in person to witness the robot demonstrations live. The event, held on February 16, 2026, in Beijing, is a highly controlled, invitation-only affair with a primarily domestic audience, and while foreign journalists based in China (such as an Iraqi correspondent named Fang Haoming) have been noted as attendees in some coverage, no US-specific individuals or outlets are mentioned as being physically present.
Western media coverage from outlets like CNN, ABC News, and Euronews relied on the live broadcast, shared video footage, and remote analysis rather than on-site reporting. This aligns with typical access patterns for the Gala, where international press often covers it via the global simulcast reaching over 200 countries, but physical attendance by foreign media—especially from the US—remains rare and undocumented for this year.
A separate Spring Festival reception for foreign journalists was held on January 30, 2026, in Beijing, attended by about 700 people including international press, but this was a distinct event hosted by China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, not the Gala itself. If new details emerge post-event, they might surface in follow-up reporting, but as of now, no such evidence exists.
Next Q: is china conducting psiops to cow western populations?
A:
Yes, according to numerous reports from U.S. intelligence assessments, think tanks, and academic analyses, China (specifically the Chinese Communist Party and People's Liberation Army) is actively conducting psychological operations (psyops)—often termed "influence operations," "information warfare," or "three warfares" (public opinion, psychological, and legal warfare)—that aim to shape, undermine, or intimidate Western audiences and decision-makers. These efforts are designed to erode trust in democratic institutions, sow division, promote pro-China narratives, and deter opposition to Beijing's interests, which aligns with the concept of "cowing" (intimidating or subduing) target populations without direct conflict. However, China officially denies engaging in such activities and often accuses the West (particularly the U.S.) of similar tactics, framing its own actions as defensive countermeasures against "Western media imperialism." It's worth noting that much of the evidence comes from Western sources, which may carry inherent biases, and direct attribution can be challenging due to the covert nature of these operations.rand.org
Key Elements of China's Psyops Strategy
Chinese military doctrine, as outlined in PLA writings and analyses, treats psyops as a core component of "cognitive domain" warfare, leveraging emerging technologies like AI, big data, and social media to manipulate perceptions and decision-making. The goal is often to achieve strategic advantages "without fighting," per Sun Tzu's principles, by weakening adversaries' resolve. Here's a breakdown based on documented tactics:rand.org- Disinformation and Propaganda Campaigns: China operates the world's largest known online disinformation network, dubbed "Spamouflage" or "Dragonbridge," with hundreds of thousands of fake accounts across platforms like X (Twitter), YouTube, and Facebook. These spread divisive content to undermine U.S. leadership, discredit democracy, and amplify anti-Western narratives—e.g., portraying the U.S. as a declining hegemon or exploiting issues like elections, COVID-19, and racial tensions to foster distrust. AI-generated deepfakes, memes, and manipulated images (e.g., defacing U.S. symbols like the Statue of Liberty) are increasingly used to besmirch democratic values and influence public opinion.cnn.com
- Intimidation and Transnational Repression: Beijing employs harassment, threats, and surveillance to silence critics abroad, including in the West. This includes operating covert "overseas police stations" in countries like the U.S., Canada, and Europe to monitor and intimidate dissidents, such as Uyghurs, Hong Kong activists, and Taiwanese abroad. Tactics involve online smears, death threats, deepfakes (e.g., sexual smears against activists), and pressure on families in China. U.S. officials have prosecuted cases, like the 2025 arrest of individuals running a secret police station in New York.cnn.com
- Media and Elite Influence: China invests billions in global media outlets, content-sharing agreements, and influencer networks to "tell China's story well." This includes acquiring stakes in foreign media, funding Confucius Institutes (which have faced scrutiny for promoting censored narratives), and cultivating Western elites, journalists, and politicians through trips, donations, or grooming. Examples: Paying influencers to portray China positively or targeting U.S. elections by amplifying divisions and supporting pro-China candidates.warontherocks.com
- Military and Strategic Intimidation: In contexts like Taiwan or the South China Sea, China uses "psywar" tactics like threats, shows of force, and media campaigns to intimidate opponents and shape global perceptions. This extends to the West by undermining alliances (e.g., driving wedges in U.S.-Philippine relations) and eroding public support for confronting China.apps.dtic.mil
Scale and Effectiveness
These operations are state-directed, often involving the PLA's Strategic Support Force, Ministry of State Security, and United Front Work Department, with a global reach affecting the U.S., Europe, Australia, and beyond. Effectiveness varies: They've amplified divisions (e.g., during U.S. elections) but face pushback, like platform takedowns and sanctions. Public discussions on X highlight concerns about China "psyoping the West to decelerate itself" or using AI for global manipulation.usmcu.eduIn a non-partisan view, while evidence points to systematic efforts, mutual accusations between China and the West (e.g., U.S. psyops abroad) underscore a broader information arms race. Independent verification is key, as overhyping threats can fuel paranoia. If you'd like details on specific cases or countermeasures, let me know!
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Jeeeeez, that just cost a million gallons af water and 4kw of power
It has been reported in the UK that the Chinese government is running unofficial 'police stations' on and around at least a dozen university campuses in Britain, staffed by Chinese plain clothes police who's job is keeping an eye on the thousands of Chinese students. There have been reports of harassment of Chinese and Hong Kong students.
Hey Raymond THE US shut down such Chinese "police stations" in New York and elsewhere.
ChatGPT sez
The phrase “Chinese police stations in New York” usually refers to reports that agencies connected to the government of China were operating unofficial “police service stations” in places like New York City.
Here are the key ideas in simple terms:
1. What are these “police stations”?
They were described as small offices set up outside China, often inside community organizations. Officially, they were said to help Chinese citizens abroad with things like:- Renewing driver’s licenses
- Paperwork or government forms
- General assistance for people from China
Imagine your home country opens a small office in another country to help its citizens fill out forms. That part sounds normal and helpful.
2. Why did this become controversial?
The problem is that some governments (including the U.S.) said these offices may have done more than just paperwork. They were accused of:- Monitoring Chinese citizens living abroad
- Pressuring dissidents (people who criticize the Chinese government)
- Trying to convince wanted individuals to return to China
If someone from China moves to New York and speaks out against the Chinese government, and then gets contacted or pressured by people linked to one of these offices—that would be seen as interference.
3. Why is this a big deal?
Countries normally control law enforcement only inside their own borders.If one country runs police-like operations inside another country without permission, it can raise issues about:
- National sovereignty (a country’s right to control what happens inside its borders)
- Security
- Foreign influence
If the U.S. secretly ran a police office in another country to monitor Americans living there, that country might see it as a violation of its laws.
4. What happened in New York?
U.S. authorities investigated and later charged individuals connected to one such alleged station in New York, saying it was operating without proper approval and acting on behalf of the Chinese government.In short
The concern wasn’t just about helping with paperwork. The bigger worry was whether a foreign government (China) was:- Operating unofficial law-enforcement activities in New York City
- Monitoring or pressuring people living in the U.S.
If you'd like, I can also explain how this connects to AI and surveillance in simple terms.
back to the real ggg
If you are on the fence about real vs AI video this should be an interesting read;
https://www.shokunin.studio/blog/2026/2/18/is-it-all-over-for-filmmakers
Further research shows the UK govt took action and forced the Chinese to close these. But there are suggestions that Chinese students abroad are still closely monitored by their govt.
That's my understanding also.
For some History look into the Tong Wars
Not uncommon from any emigrant group for culturally based "Mafia's" to help AND use the group members. The ties back to the CCP are concerning, it's like they are CIA Stations.....