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October 19th, 2023 | Meta is banning people from advertising after running ads for Python and Pandas
Oct 20, 2023
AI misinterpretation leads to Python instructor banned from advertising on Meta. Changes at Bandcamp and concerns about labor laws discussed. Tax reform suggestions and Peter Thiel revealed as FBI informant. Exploring Local Pilot's capabilities for programming. Closure of Convoy Inc raises concerns about job security in tech startups.
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- The podcast highlights the challenges of word filtering mechanisms in automatic systems and the limitations of AI in understanding semantic nuances.
- The layoffs of Bandcamp's union bargaining team by Epic Games raise concerns about labor laws and high unemployment rates, sparking discussions on the role of unions and corporations in influencing labor laws.
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AI Misinterpretation leads to Python Instructor Ban
Due to an unfortunate case of misinterpretation by Meta's AI, a Python instructor found himself permanently banned from advertising on the platform. The instructor's attempts to advertise his courses were flagged as references to live animals, in violation of Meta's policies. The flawed decision of the algorithm turned judge and jury highlights the challenges and flaws of word filtering mechanisms in automatic systems. The discussion in the comments also touched upon the negative impact of internet censorship and the limitations of AI in understanding semantic nuances.
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