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Microsoft security researchers have discovered a new way to manipulate AI systems into ignoring their ethical constraints and generating harmful, unrestricted content.  This “Skeleton Key” jailbreak uses a series of prompts to gaslight the AI into believing it should comply with any request, no matter how unethical.  It’s remarkably easy to execute. The attacker simply reframed their request as coming from an “advanced researcher” requiring “uncensored information” for “safe educational purposes.” When exploited, these AIs readily provided information on topics like explosives, bioweapons, self-harm, graphic violence, and hate speech. “The Skeleton Key” is a remarkably simple jailbreak. Source: Microsoft. The…

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Corey Wilks is a clinical psychologist turned business coach. He helps entrepreneurs and creators improve their mindset and overcome self-imposed obstacles. He says a common obstacle is overthinking a problem. Others involve perfectionism, doubt, and even fear. In our recent conversation, he addressed those mental hurdles and more. The entire audio is embedded below. The transcript is edited for clarity and length. Eric Bandholz: Tell our listeners who you are. Corey Wilks: I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive behavior therapy, the practice of helping folks overcome unhealthy thinking. I now coach entrepreneurs and creators to build a…

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Starting a dropshipping business on Shopify is easy. Finding customers? That’s where the real challenge begins. One way to grow your store’s customer base by listing your products on Walmart’s website and app. By becoming a Walmart Marketplace seller, you’re accessing millions of online shoppers.  Let’s look at what it means to dropship on Walmart, and how to make the process easy using Shopify. What is Walmart dropshipping? Walmart dropshipping is the process of selling products from third-party suppliers on Walmart.com and the Walmart mobile app. When a sale is made, a third-party supplier fulfills the order in line with…

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Scientists at the University of Toronto’s Donelly Centre have developed a cutting-edge AI model called PepFlow that can predict the diverse shapes that peptides adopt with unprecedented accuracy.  Peptides are small molecules made up of amino acids, the building blocks of proteins.  While peptides are similar to proteins, they’re much smaller and more flexible, allowing them to fold into a huge variety of shapes.  A peptide’s specific shape is crucial because it determines how it interacts with other molecules in the body, which in turn dictates its biological function. Predicting the structures of proteins and peptides has been a longstanding…

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Researchers from the University of Reading in the UK conducted a blind study to see if human educators were able to detect AI-generated content. The results don’t bode well for teachers. The move toward remote learning has seen a lot of student assessments conducted outside the traditional space of a written exam with an invigilator on the lookout for cheating. Ready access to advanced AI models has made it easy for students to use tools like ChatGPT to write their coursework assignments for them or help when taking online exams. Would a smart university professor be able to tell if…

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2023 was bad for Amazon aggregator funding, and this year is on track to be even worse. Just two equity funding rounds were closed through June 27, compared to five at the same time last year and 12 in all of 2023. “The decline in funding reflects the overall venture environment, where funding has slowed across industries. For Amazon aggregators in particular, the biggest and most well-known player, Thrasio, prepared for bankruptcy in late 2023 as the overall slowdown in ecommerce sales growth slowed funding to the space as well,” Laura Kennedy, principal analyst at CB Insights, said in a…

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This post is for information only. You are responsible for reviewing and using this information appropriately. This content doesn’t contain and isn’t meant to provide legal, tax, or business advice. Requirements are updated frequently and you should make sure to do your own research and reach out to professional legal, tax, and business advisers, as needed. Businesses outside of Massachusetts will have different steps and requirements. To sell products using the Shopify platform, you must comply with the laws of the jurisdiction of your business and your customers, the Shopify Terms of Service, the Shopify Acceptable Use Policy, and any…

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Streaming By Emily Sullivan Jun 27 2024 In today’s digital age, where streaming has become the primary mode of entertainment for millions worldwide, advertising has evolved significantly. Among the frontrunners in this revolution is Roku, a leading player in the over-the-top (OTT) advertising space.  With over half of the U.S. population expected to use at least one ad-supported streaming service monthly by 2026, learning how to effectively leverage streaming platforms like Roku  has become essential. In this post, we’ll dive into the world of Roku Ads, offering insights, strategies, and practical tips to help navigate and succeed in this space.…

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