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A Political Extremism Factory: How Social Media is Producing Political Polarization
The rise of social media has come with many benefits. It has allowed easier communication and the creation of community among people that otherwise may not have had it. It gives voices and platforms to everyday people and grants the average person access to virtually endless amounts of information to educate themselves on. However, as social media continues to grow and become an integral part of many people’s everyday lives we have seen the downsides. We have seen what happens when those communities that social media has created grow toxic and dangerous, and what happens when the “information” being spread is harmful and untrue. These things are especially true when it comes to politics on social media. The rapid spread of political misinformation and disinformation, assisted by social media algorithms, and the creation of echo chambers consisting of extremist ideologies has led to a significant increase in political polarization. Social media is turning average voters into political extremists, and it is having real world repercussions. There has been an increase in political attacks, most of which were at least partially assisted by social media, and it is becoming more clear than ever that social media is contributing to a more violent political landscape with its promotion of extremists' ideologies.
By Hannah Katzabout a year ago in The Swamp
Diego Garcia: The Dark Fleet's clandestine gateway to the stars
According to the official narrative Diego Garcia, an atoll in the Chagos Archipelago in the British Indian Ocean Territory, serves as a United States navy support facility providing logistical assistance to US operational forces deployed to the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf areas.
By Steve Harrisonabout a year ago in The Swamp
How Money Affects Sports: Understanding Global Capitalism
As the world changed, the various nations became more interconnected and open to the world market. In its commotion, globalization was crucial to the emergence of a capitalist market. Many people see global capitalism as a free and linked economic system that fosters innovation, eases cross-cultural interactions, generates employment in developing countries, and provides consumers with reasonably priced goods. The popularity of globally renowned sports celebrities, commercial enterprises, and global communication media all had an impact on the 20th century's globalization of modern sport. Through sponsorships, endorsements, and broadcasting, businesses can reach a worldwide consumer base. In this piece, I'll examine how globalization, capitalism, and sports history relate to competitive sports.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in The Swamp
Donald Trump Condemns U.S. Missile Support for Ukraine Amid Escalating Russia-Ukraine Conflict
A Ukrainian fighter during battle worked with an M101 howitzer on December 6 in Kharkiv, Ukraine. Russia has welcomed a peace plan and expressed willingness to engage in dialogue, especially those headed by countries in the Global South and BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa). This followed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s call for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. Russia’s Foreign Ministry shared on social media that they are ready to negotiate and are open to peace initiatives. They also said Russian President Putin set the conditions for ending the fighting. However, they blamed Ukrainian President Zelensky for rejecting peace talks and blocking dialogue through a decree.
By Usman Zafarabout a year ago in The Swamp
Use Cases of Digital Lean Manufacturing
The manufacturing sector has come a long way. What has brought about this change, you ask? While several factors are responsible here, among the most notable are globalization and technological advancements. For manufacturers, this translates into pressure to increase efficiency while also cutting costs. Besides that, they must also deliver high-quality products while responding to changing market demands. Several solutions have emerged to tend to the changing needs of the manufacturing industry, yet digital lean manufacturing has received a great deal of attention. It is meant to optimize manufacturing processes by combining traditional lean principles and digital technologies. Thanks to digital lean manufacturing, companies in this sector can significantly increase efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This impact can be achieved by leveraging data-driven insights and automation. Suffice it to say that digital lean manufacturing provides significant benefits to modern manufacturers.
By Ryan Williamsonabout a year ago in The Swamp
Comparing AWS SageMaker and Azure Machine Learning: Which ML Platform is Right for You?
Machine learning has firmly established itself as a mighty powerful tool for businesses. It makes sense too. Think about all the companies seeking valuable insights to make data driven decisions in this digital age. ML is the answer! Now, to effectively use machine learning, organizations require robust and scalable platforms. Platforms for what exactly, you wonder. Well, for building and training these ML models before they can be deployed. In this regard, AWS SageMaker and Microsoft Azure Machine Learning are the two leading names in the cloud-based platforms market. It goes without saying that both solutions offer a variety of features and capabilities to help streamline the machine learning workflow. However, these two platforms also come with distinct strengths and weaknesses. This means the best choice for a particular organization, such as yours, will depend on several factors, including specific use cases and existing infrastructure.
By Ryan Williamsonabout a year ago in The Swamp
Why Cloud-Native SaaS is Essential for New-Age Businesses
The constant pressure to innovate and scale has become the gospel truth for businesses. This is decidedly true in the modern digital age. And to succeed in this competitive environment, businesses must embrace Avant Garde technologies. The kind of technologies that can speed up digital transformation. To that end, cloud native SaaS solutions have proven to be a game changer. You see, such SaaS solutions bring to the table a powerful approach to delivering software via the internet. So, by leveraging cloud computing's flexibility and cost effectiveness, these solutions enable businesses to modernize their operations. Be it startups or large enterprises, organizations across industries are realizing the enormous potential of cloud native SaaS solutions.
By Ryan Williamsonabout a year ago in The Swamp
Why Microservices Architecture is Ideal for Cloud-Native Applications
Organizations today must contend with enormous pressure to innovate and provide exceptional customer experiences. This is all thanks to the rapidly changing digital landscape around us, of course. Anyway, in this market, cloud native apps have emerged as an essential facet of the digital transformation journey. Why? Well, that is because they allow businesses to scale quickly while achieving operational excellence. And to achieve said excellence, the microservices architecture has been firmly established as a popular choice for developing such apps. There are plenty of reasons for that, including the fact that it stands to allow organizations to increase their agility and maintainability. This impact is achieved by breaking down monolithic applications into smaller, independent services. Hence, this architectural style enables businesses to quickly respond to changing customer needs. It even helps accelerate innovation. In addition to the technical advantages, microservices can also boost organizational productivity.
By Ryan Williamsonabout a year ago in The Swamp
The Forgotten Art Of Writing Thank You Notes In Digital Communication
Introduction: A Lost Tradition in the Digital Age In today's fast-paced world, our lives are driven by technology. Messages are sent with a quick tap, and emojis replace words. While these advancements have made communication more convenient, Something valuable has been lost in the process: the art of writing thank-you notes. This once cherished tradition has faded in the digital age, leaving behind a gap in meaningful connection and gratitude.
By Usama Shahidabout a year ago in The Swamp
Why Flexible Energy Chains are Key to Modern Manufacturing?
Today's fast-paced industry requires quick adaptation. Producers employ flexible energy lines to optimise processes and reduce downtime. These innovative systems and hose management solutions keep things moving smoothly and reduce equipment wear. Good cable management is crucial as industrial technology advances. Flexible energy chains and high-flexibility cables make things more productive and maintenance-free.
By chaitanya Kannaabout a year ago in The Swamp
