Phygital Splash 24: From FunSearch by DeepMind to Becoming More Christmas
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While many people have been busy with preparations for the Holiday season, I hope you, readers of this newsletter, will find a few minutes to take a look at this edition. It includes a mix of news from Instagram , 亚马逊 , OpenAI , Nintendo and others.
Get ready to dive into some exciting news and updates that are bound to pique your interest!
Amazon is offering $10 credit when you buy a $100 Apple gift card | Sarah Fielding Edgadget
Nintendo has unofficial The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening PC remake taken down (update) | Will Shanklin Edgadget
When will your phone get Android 14? | Will Shanklin Igor Bonifacic Edgadget
OpenAI Saga Shows Why Open Source is Necessary | Shyam Nandan Upadhyay OM
Enterprises will need to rethink their strategies and bring in a more multi-approach strategy consisting equally of open-source and closed-source models. Balancing the convenience of proprietary models with the transparency offered by open-source alternatives becomes increasingly integral to shaping the future of AI.
The cost structures diverge significantly between proprietary and open-source models. Proprietary models often operate on usage-based pricing or subscription tiers, imposing specific costs for tasks or monthly utilisation. In contrast, many open-source models are freely distributed, although fine-tuning or customisation might require additional resources. Understanding these cost dynamics is integral to assessing their impact on profit margins and operational budgets.
FunSearch: Making new discoveries in mathematical sciences using Large Language Models | Alhussein Fawzi Bernardino Romera Paredes Google DeepMind
FunSearch uses an evolutionary method powered by LLMs, which promotes and develops the highest scoring ideas. These ideas are expressed as computer programs, so that they can be run and evaluated automatically. First, the user writes a description of the problem in the form of code. This description comprises a procedure to evaluate programs, and a seed program used to initialize a pool of programs.
10 inspiring graphic design trends for 2024 | Vistaprint
Future fusion, 3D hyper-surrealism, Bento box grids, Cluttercore, Inflatable 3D, Digital destruction, Freehand revival, Anime bold, Garden cutouts, Graphic graffiti
The Gen Z Mindset Is Changing Coffee | Jeff Fromm Contributor Consumer Trends, Sustainability & Innovation Forbes
We’ve seen plenty of trends start with younger consumers and then become adopted by older consumers. I call that a Gen Z Mindset. If you are comfortable crowdsourcing restaurants from an Uber or Lyft in a city you don’t know well, or you are seeking to live your best life and hacking for time efficiency is in your DNA, then the Mindset moniker likely fits.
Modern consumers, especially younger ones, have demanded that the products they consume match the changing dynamic of their lifestyles. And while the traditional hot cup of coffee (served in a diner mug or a classic paper cup to go) still captures a dominant share of the market, new products and packaging have helped fuel young consumers’ earlier adoption of coffee as a beverage of choice.
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Helping you #BecomeMoreChristmas ??? | Tesco
In the heartwarming Christmas commercial from 特易购公司 Express, a father and son visit the store, where the father indulges in a sample of Christmas panettone. To his amusement, he begins to transform into a festive tree with each bite, spreading joy and merriment. Initially skeptical, the son eventually embraces the holiday spirit, blossoming into a mini Christmas tree himself.
There are the following pros of this commercial:
Emotional Appeal: The commercial effectively captures the enchanting essence of the holiday season, appealing to viewers' emotions and evoking a sense of warmth and festivity.
Memorable Concept: The transformation of the characters into Christmas trees serves as a memorable and engaging visual metaphor, reinforcing the magic of the season.
Family-Centric Narrative: The ad portrays a heartwarming father-son dynamic, resonating with audiences through its focus on familial bonds during the holidays.
Brand Recall: By integrating the festive experience within a Tesco Express store, the commercial reinforces the brand’s association with the joy of Christmas, potentially enhancing brand recall among consumers.
Among the cons, we can find the following:
Clarity of Message. While the transformation concept is visually compelling, some viewers may find the link between the product and the narrative somewhat tenuous, potentially diluting the impact of the brand's messaging.
Target Audience Alignment. The commercial's appeal may be more skewed towards families and children, potentially limiting its resonance with a wider demographic.
Wearing Matching Pajamas! with Seth Meyers | 'Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast
Cuddly as a cactus and charming as an eel, he’s your new favorite snarky talk show host. Join The Grinch (and his faithful dog Max) each week as he rants against Christmas cheer and roasts celebrity guests like chestnuts on an open fire. Starring Saturday Night Live’s James Austin Johnson as the notorious curmudgeon and broadcasting straight from Who-Ville, will The Grinch send these famous folks back down Mt. Crumpit, or will they soften his stance against Christmas and grow his heart three sizes?
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