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@Mediagazer@mstdn.social
2025-08-29 13:11:04

An inside look at how Netflix's use of data led to generic "algorithm films" intended for broad appeal, with AI set to further entrench the production style (Phil Hoad/The Guardian)
theguardian.com/media/20…

Bland, easy to follow, for fans of everything: what has the Netflix algorithm done to our films?
When the streaming giant began making films guided by data that aimed to please a vast audience, the results were often generic, forgettable, artless affairs. But is there a happy ending?

@NFL@darktundra.xyz
2025-10-27 23:55:26

Bengals DC Al Golden says players-only meeting following loss to Jets underscores 'sense of urgency' nfl.com/news/bengals-dc-al-gol

Bengals DC Al Golden says players-only meeting following loss to Jets underscores 'sense of urgency' 
Following Sunday's collapse against the previously winless Jets, the Bengals called a players-only meeting to address defensive mishaps. Defensive coordinator Al Golden believes it underscores there's a "sense of urgency," as there should be. 

@simon_brooke@mastodon.scot
2025-08-29 08:15:38

@… with a profile name like that, I just have to follow you!
journeyman.cc/blog/posts-outpu

Flying out the hayloft
Ever since I built the cattle shed, and added the derrick to the front of it to allow bales to be hoisted up, I've thought that would make a very cool place to do a suspension. Now, at last, I've done it.

@primonatura@mstdn.social
2025-11-28 17:00:01

"Hundreds of road signs and billboards in France have been decorated with fake flames. Here’s why"
#France #Climate #ClimateChange

Why hundreds of road signs in France have been decorated with ‘flames’
Flames have been glued to a number of road signs and billboards across France, as activists beg ‘stop climate sabotage’.

@fgraver@hcommons.social
2025-11-27 17:22:47

I never thought I’d see Waterworld on a list of «best of…» films. I mean, it’s a cheesy, fun movie — but good? Hm; maybe not. theguardian.com/film/2025/nov/

You’re gonna need a bigger boat: the 20 best films set on water – ranked!
As L’Atalante is re-released, we count down the best movies set largely on ships, boats, barges, yachts, steamers and trimarans. Submarines banned, as they’re under water

@ErikJonker@mastodon.social
2025-09-28 16:49:05

"People notice that while AI can now write programs, design websites, etc, it still often makes mistakes or goes in a wrong direction, and then they somehow jump to the conclusion that AI will never be able to do these tasks at human levels, or will only have a minor impact. When just a few years ago, having AI do these things was complete science fiction!"

Failing to Understand the Exponential, Again
Posts and writings by Julian Schrittwieser

@servelan@newsie.social
2025-10-28 20:22:33

Trump administration’s shutdown layoffs remain on hold, following court ruling
federalnewsnetwork.com/governm

@Techmeme@techhub.social
2025-10-27 18:25:43

Filing: iRobot says its last potential buyer withdrew from the process and its financials remain dire, following Amazon abandoning a 2024 bid; IRBT drops 33% (Annie Palmer/CNBC)
cnbc.com/2025/10/27/irobot-sto

iRobot stock tumbles 33% after Roomba maker warns the search for a buyer has stalled
The Roomba maker's financial condition has worsened since Amazon abandoned its planned acquisition of the company in 2024.

@cowboys@darktundra.xyz
2025-11-29 01:27:07

Cowboys' playoff odds continue to increase following Week 13 victory si.com/nfl/cowboys/onsi/news/c

Cowboys' playoff odds continue to increase following Week 13 victory
The Dallas Cowboys seemed destined for an early end to the season, but their recent three-game winning streak has drastically increased their odds.

@NFL@darktundra.xyz
2025-09-29 02:54:32

Raiders' Smith says he's falling short after 3 INTs espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/464169

Geno Smith says he's falling short of expectations after 3 INTs - ESPN
Gen Smith took ownership of his three interceptions in Sunday's loss, saying the guy he was brought to the Raiders to be "hasn't [shown] up yet."