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October 14th, 2023 | Anything longer ago than yesterday should just say the actual date
Oct 16, 2023
The podcast discusses the challenges of displaying time frames on websites. It explores interacting with Chat GPT and the EU Commission's push for surveillance. It also covers the FDA approval of tumor-destroying sound waves and the petition against EU chat control. Additionally, it talks about the Snowden Archive and AMD's driver rollback.
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- Using specific dates instead of vague time labels like 'yesterday' can increase clarity and usefulness in digital platforms.
- The EU Commission's push for surveillance through digital communication apps raises concerns about privacy rights and citizen-led governance as an alternative to traditional politics.
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Critique of Computer-Based Time Labels
The podcast discusses the critique of computer-based time labels, such as 'yesterday' or 'two days ago', arguing that they do not align with how humans perceive time. The speaker suggests using specific dates instead to avoid ambiguity and increase usefulness. The comments include debates on the accuracy of time frames like 'one year ago' and the need for standardization in date and time display on digital platforms.
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