@micshasan - Briefly

People who work from home get more sleep, new study finds

Home workers gain an average of 24 minutes more sleep due to time saved from not commuting.

Elimination of daily commute allows home workers to have better rest and increased physical activity.

It's fair to say that artists fear for their jobs ... but it's also fair to criticize folks pushing AI in all places, demanding that artists re-think everything they know about art in favor of the unquestioned AI future. That future often feels fuzzy and kool-aid fueled.

Adobe execs say artists need to embrace AI or get left behind

Adobe is firmly committed to generative AI, suggesting creators not adopting it may not succeed.

There are concerns among some artists regarding the implications of AI on their work and industry.

@micshasan / 49ers

NFL QB stock report, Week 7: No need to argue about Brock Purdy anymore. He's elite

Teams are realizing the need for quarterbacks ahead of the NFL Draft, especially the Raiders and Giants.

Drafting a quarterback is challenging this year, with many teams unsure about potential picks.

Ownership decisions may hinder certain teams from pursuing quarterback changes despite needs.

@micshasan / Privacy Watch

Meta can't use sexuality to target adverts, EU court rules

A court has ruled Meta cannot use users' sexual orientation for targeted advertising in the EU.

@micshasan / Local SF

'Imposing and dreadful': Report alleges SF Zoo is unsafe

San Francisco Zoo is criticized for outdated habitats and mismanagement, requiring modern redesign to ensure animal welfare and safety.

@micshasan / Startup developments

Here's the full list of 39 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2024 | TechCrunch

Venture funding for AI companies surged to $18.9 billion in Q3 2024, reflecting strong investor confidence in the sector.

OpenAI's $6.6 billion venture round marked the largest deal in venture capital history.

Major funding rounds in AI demonstrate that investor interest remains high despite signs of AI fatigue.