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from whodoctor11@lemmy.ml to technology@lemmy.ml on 13 Jun 19:07
https://lemmy.ml/post/16838770

Really surprised by this LTT video. They were direct on the points that lately, in the mainstream, there has only been rubbish.

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Thorry84@feddit.nl on 13 Jun 19:34 next collapse

You are totally correct. This is one of the first mainstream publications I’ve seen really explain to people what “AI” is and what it isn’t. Good to see this kind of content.

mnemonicmonkeys@sh.itjust.works on 14 Jun 13:05 collapse

And it’s pretty consistent for Linus too. He’s been making this rant on WAN show since ChatGPT started gaining traction

QuadratureSurfer@lemmy.world on 13 Jun 19:37 next collapse

Great video, he breaks everything down really well…

I might have to start linking to this video rather than trying explain what AI is vs what AI isn’t to those who like to make general statements like “AI is a scam!”.

nix@midwest.social on 13 Jun 21:56 collapse

Tangential fun fact:

Snake oil is a real thing, that actually helps with the some very specific problems. But it has to be made a specific way from a specific snake. We associate the term with scams because of the large number of scammers that advertised fake snake oils, or advertised it being useful for tons if things it wasn’t.

My point is, many of the most effective scams rely on something that has a kernel of truth.

ShepherdPie@midwest.social on 15 Jun 01:06 collapse

Imagine being in that line of work and having to tell people you’re a “snake oil salesman.”

pennomi@lemmy.world on 13 Jun 19:52 next collapse

AI isn’t a scam, but damn, most of the businesses surrounding it sure are.

Dudewitbow@lemmy.zip on 13 Jun 19:57 next collapse

the problem is aleays some person in marketing who tries to follow trends. For a good laugh, watch Derbauers recent video from computex about AI products and how many “AI” products were at the show.

QuadratureSurfer@lemmy.world on 13 Jun 22:15 collapse

Found it: www.youtube.com/watch?v=45CvTHmt_dI

This is why I prefer it when people specify what kind of “AI” they’re talking about rather than just saying “AI” as a buzzword. I definitely agree with Derbauer here… this is painful.

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gomp@lemmy.ml on 14 Jun 07:07 collapse

It may not be a scam per se, but it certainly is a misnomer at this point… it’s one of those words (like “enterprise” or “pro”) that have been appropriated by marketing and devoided of any meaning. AI as a word will gradually die while people gradually realize it doesn’t mean anything. Marketing consumes words (and people too).

Obi@sopuli.xyz on 14 Jun 13:01 next collapse

While pro has been misused a lot, I feel like it still has it’s original meaning at least with people, if not in marketing. That is, that if you’re a pro, you’re earning money doing the thing.

pennomi@lemmy.world on 14 Jun 13:45 next collapse

AI does mean something, but it’s quite disappointing.

Even mundane algorithms like A* pathfinding are technically under the umbrella of Artificial Intelligence. However the public’s perception of what AI means constantly shifts to be “whatever computers can’t do today”.

mindbleach@sh.itjust.works on 15 Jun 01:41 collapse

“AI is whatever hasn’t been done yet.”

cpw@lemmy.ca on 13 Jun 22:03 next collapse

Emily wrote this one and you can tell she was on fire. Really good video.

NoIWontPickAName@kbin.earth on 13 Jun 22:52 next collapse

Did they ever do anything about that thing they reviewed the wrong product and just ran it down?

Edit: tube to thing

belated_frog_pants@beehaw.org on 14 Jun 19:41 collapse

What?

NoIWontPickAName@kbin.earth on 15 Jun 01:18 collapse

They were supposed to be reviewing a video card or video card cooler or something and they used the wrong model, said it didn’t work, and then kept and sold the thing if iirc

Onihikage@beehaw.org on 15 Jun 08:41 collapse

The Billet Labs prototype water block being so poorly handled was a consequence of them growing too big for Linus to manage; he hadn’t internalized that they weren’t six guys working out of a house anymore, but a proper medium sized business that didn’t need to strain for every bit of content to keep from going under, and could afford to slow down a little to get things right. They ended up taking a break from the constant grind to reorganize after GamersNexus put out a big piece on all the things LTT was doing wrong, all the sacrifices they were making to quality and accuracy for the sake of pushing out more and more content to stay relevant, and how badly they mishandled the prototype.

Not sure Linus has forgiven GN for the “hit piece” but I think they really needed the shock of it in order to get them to actually course correct immediately rather than keep putting it off.

NoIWontPickAName@kbin.earth on 15 Jun 14:38 collapse

I only know bad things about them, I knew the name before that, but I thought it was a Linux thing until the excrement hit the air circulation device

thayer@lemmy.ca on 14 Jun 08:27 next collapse

Overall a good watch, but his continuous reaching under the table is a bit awkward lol.

BruceTwarzen@lemm.ee on 14 Jun 08:43 next collapse

Omg, i almost clicked on a ltt video. That was fucking close

brb@sh.itjust.works on 15 Jun 01:09 next collapse

What’s the problem with ltt?

aquinteros@lemmy.world on 15 Jun 05:15 next collapse

you don’t know about the controversy?? boy I don’t follow the channel and I am still up to date with the gossip lmao

B0rax@feddit.de on 15 Jun 12:40 collapse

Not everyone is following gossip…

spicystraw@lemmy.world on 15 Jun 05:57 collapse

I used AI to do a quick summary, hope it highlights why people feel negatively about LTT

Over the past year, the YouTube channel Linus Tech Tips (LTT) has faced significant controversy and negative feedback from viewers, primarily centered around workplace issues and allegations of misconduct.

Negative Feedback from Viewers:

  1. Content and Business Practices: There has been criticism regarding the quality and accuracy of LTT’s content. Some viewers and other tech channels, such as Gamers Nexus, have pointed out errors and misleading information in LTT’s videos【1】【2】.
  2. Market Expansion: LTT’s attempts to expand into new markets and increase viewer growth have also been scrutinized. Some critics believe these moves have compromised the channel’s integrity and focus【3】.

Sexual Harassment Case:

  1. Allegations: There were serious allegations of sexual harassment, bullying, abuse of power, and retaliation within the LTT workplace. These claims painted a picture of a toxic work environment【4】【5】.
  2. Response and Investigation: LTT conducted an investigation through a third-party law firm, which concluded that the allegations were not substantiated. However, the handling of the situation, including the dismissal of the claims, has left some employees and viewers dissatisfied【6】【7】.

Overall, the combination of these issues has led to a turbulent year for Linus Tech Tips, impacting its reputation and viewer trust.

[1] Linus Tech Tips Drama Explained - YouTube
[2] Linus Tech Tips - Gamers Nexus controversy | ISPreview UK Forum
[3] The recent criticism of Linus Tech Tips, explained - Reddit
[4] Linus Tech Tips Drama just got SO MUCH WORSE! #ltt - YouTube
[5] Summary of The Deserved Downfall of LinusTechTips
[6] YouTube Channel Linus Tech Tips Says Sexual Harassment …
[7] Alleged harassment and bullying at Linus Tech Tips 'not … - PC Gamer

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duncesplayed@lemmy.one on 15 Jun 06:59 collapse

I recently discovered that he believes it’s theft if you watch one of his videos with an adblocker. Just out of spite, sometimes I put one of his videos on in the background (muted) with an adblocker.

Default_Defect@midwest.social on 15 Jun 07:20 collapse

It was a little more nuanced than that, but yeah. It was more like “realize the potential consequences of your actions” in regard to ad block and piracy and not “you’re a thief stealing from me specifically.”

flying_sheep@lemmy.ml on 15 Jun 11:48 collapse

Nuance? On my internet?

deadlyduplicate@lemmy.world on 14 Jun 13:28 next collapse

Chatgpt… please summarize the Gartner hype cycle for a 5 year old

delirious_owl@discuss.online on 14 Jun 16:56 next collapse

You lie? You are all bugs.

Lemongrab@lemmy.one on 14 Jun 17:38 collapse

I’m out here living my comfy carpenter bee life eating wood and other shit

Mango@lemmy.world on 14 Jun 20:53 next collapse

If I arrange rocks in the desert to represent the math being done for calculating thought, can the rocks experience? No, but I can, and arranging rocks is a shitty experience.

You are all the rocks.

geography082@lemm.ee on 15 Jun 03:58 collapse

Insert scooby doo meme: bad guy marketing Cloud wearing a AI mask