ResearchNick
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@researchnick
Researcher, all-round opinionated nerd
Says the man who knows he'll lose the next election and then be unable to stop his corruption (and possibly war crimes) trial. Don't be surprised if Netanyahu starts another war between now and October
Social media is becoming incompatible with a healthy democratic system.
There is no alternative to Israeli tech used by RTÉ news and sports, says Kevin Bakhurst - John Burns Siptu has written to Kevin Bakhurst, the director general, saying its members at the station have reservations about using LiveU, but has been told there is no practical alternative. independent.ie/business/irish…
Microsoft is quietly reevaluating its heavy AI integration in Windows 11 due to user pushback, low adoption, and reliability concerns. The company plans to streamline or remove certain Copilot features in built-in apps such as Notepad and Paint starting in 2026, while pausing new Copilot additions elsewhere. Recall, the optional screenshot-based memory tool exclusive to Copilot+ PCs, remains under review for potential evolution or redesign, though it stays opt-in with strong privacy controls and low widespread use. This shift prioritizes fixing core OS issues over aggressive AI expansion.
AI can make work faster, but a fear is that relying on it may make it harder to learn new skills on the job. We ran an experiment with software engineers to learn more. Coding with AI led to a decrease in mastery—but this depended on how people used it. anthropic.com/research/AI-as…
Netanyahu: ‘The last thing we need right now are elections’
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella wants everyone to embrace Copilot AI. Satya warns the AI bubble could burst without wider adoption.
GARDAÍ would be granted powers to seize phones and laptops belonging to journalists under controversial planned legislation - Brian Mahon @irishdailymail Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan quietly published the Garda Síochána (Power) Bill on December 27. two days after Christmas Head of the National Union of Journalists (NUJ), Séamus Dooley, has said the move would be a concern' #Press #Media #FFG
