Information Changes Everything

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Information Changes Everything

Tune in for UMSI's monthly digest of the many ways information and technology are changing our world. To learn more, visit us at www.si.umich.edu/. If you have questions, comments, or ideas, please reach out to us at umsipodcast@umich.edu.

  1. 6월 6일

    AI’s “imminent threat to humanity”, plus the latest information science updates

    Learn more about the stories you heard today: Paul Tudor Jones: AI poses an imminent threat to humanity in our lifetime (YouTube)Using AI to Write Fake Summer Reading Lists (NPR)How to Save Your Smartphone’s Battery Life (Pocket)Pocket’s Read-It-Later App Will Shut Down in July (Android Central)Remove These Preinstalled iPhone Apps (Lifehacker)How to Turn Your Old iPhone Into an Alarm Clock (Engadget)Yuka (Official Site)The Food-Scanning App Yuka Is Worrying Big Brands (WSJ)Agatha Christie’s Classic BBC Mysteries Get an AI Update (NYT)Agatha Christie Teaches Writing (BBC Maestro)YouTube’s Pause Ads Are Causing Ad Fatigue (Marketing-Interactive)YouTube TV Ad Spend Surges While Mobile Growth Slows (Tubefilter)Duolingo Deletes TikTok After AI Backlash, Returns With Strange Message (Fast Company)Merriam-Webster Hops on the Wordle Train With New Daily Puzzle Game (Digital Trends)Revealed (Britannica Games)Most of Us Will Leave Behind a Large Digital Legacy When We Die – Here’s How to Plan What Happens to It (The Conversation)Internet Archive (Main Site)An Inside Look at How the Internet Archive Saves the Web (BBC Reel)UMSI Student Hamza Naveed Among 50 Selected Nationwide for Google Summit (UMSI) Subscribe to the UMSI Research Roundup Learn more about the University of Michigan School of Information Have feedback or ideas? Drop us a note at umsipodcast@umich.edu Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn Learn more about the Master of Applied Data Science online program This podcast has a companion newsletter, and you can get the monthly email version for free! Subscribe at umsi.info/digest.

    8분

  2. 5월 2일

    Facebook offers friends-only feed, plus the latest information science updates

    Learn more about the stories you heard today: Service update: Original & large size download limitations on free accountsMeta Tries to Revive Friendships With a Facebook RevampBringing the Magic of Friends Back to FacebookThe machines are rising—but developers still hold the keysThe Most Common Names in Every CountryGoogle’s AI Overviews may be hurting click-through ratesYou’ve Read Misinformation About the Switch 2 — Here Are the FactsYour TikTok personality data could help scienceUMich study shows how generative AI could use personality to combat vaccine mythsNile Berry on Penn StationMoynihan Train HallSee how a Michigan town moved 9,100 books—one by oneUMSI team’s XR classroom tool takes top prize in campus-wide James A. Kelly Learning Lever competition Learn more about the University of Michigan School of Information Have feedback or ideas? Drop us a note at umsipodcast@umich.edu Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn Learn more about the Master of Applied Data Science online program This podcast has a companion newsletter, and you can get the monthly email version for free! Subscribe at umsi.info/digest.

    7분

  3. 4월 4일

    People are funny, but AI is funnier, plus the latest information science updates

    Learn more about the stories you heard today: AI Beats Humans at Meme Humor, but the Best Joke Is Still Human MadeBlack History Month: Red Hat Partners, Griot Grits Preserve Family Histories with AIThese Scientists Are Building a Cat Database to Understand Why They Act Like ThatDrugstores, Pixel-Sensitive Data & Social Media CompaniesSesame Voice Assistant, AI Glasses & Oculus Insights from Brendan IribeMike McCue and the Surf Browser on the Decentralized InternetA Vital Link to Local NewsFires, Wars and Bureaucracy: The Tumultuous Journey to Establish the U.S. National ArchivesEverything You Need to Know About Robotaxi Driverless VehiclesVideo Game Music at the London Soundtrack FestivalYouTube Video: “I’m Not a Robot” (2025 Academy Award Winner) | The New Yorker Screening RoomEverything You Need to Know About “Maybe Happy Ending” on BroadwayArchiving Nation's Wild Heart: UMSI Students Expand Access to Yellowstone's History Learn more about the University of Michigan School of Information Have feedback or ideas? Drop us a note at umsipodcast@umich.edu Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn This podcast has a companion newsletter, and you can get the monthly email version for free! Subscribe at umsi.info/digest.

    8분
  4. Data scientist couch potatoes, plus the latest information science updates

    3월 7일

    Data scientist couch potatoes, plus the latest information science updates

    Learn more about the stories you heard today: Harvey Weinstein thanked more than GodHow many episodes should you watch?John Oliver’s content moderation episode isn’t just funny, it’s absolutely accurateTurn old phones into remote controls for streamingAI opens endless doors in fashionHow wearables for wildlife are unlocking the secret knowledge of animalsGoogle’s Career Dreamer uses AI to help you explore job possibilitiesGenerate maps of Europe showing translations of English wordsVoice of America Centre changed to Voice of Mexico Center on GoogleMapQuest enters its villain arc, hands you the keys to geographyMicrosoft to retire Skype on May 5Best video call apps to replace SkypeGlobal leaders in tech and AI join UMSI Advisory Board Learn more about the University of Michigan School of InformationLearn more about the Master of Applied Data Science online program Have feedback or ideas? Drop us a note at umsipodcast@umich.edu Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn This podcast has a companion newsletter, and you can get the monthly email version for free! Subscribe at umsi.info/digest.

    8분

  5. 2024. 11. 19.

    UMSI Faculty Share Breakthrough Research in Information Science

    In this episode of "Information Changes Everything", we highlight three lightning talks from UMSI's 2024 Alumni Homecoming Celebration. The talks examine cutting-edge research in the information science field. Rebecca Frank discusses the role of citizen-based nuclear disarmament verification through satellite imagery, emphasizing trust in data. Jiayu Zhou presents his work on using AI and machine learning for Alzheimer's detection and disease progression modeling. Finally, Yan Chen explores how social media promotion can improve job outcomes for underrepresented groups in STEM.Speakers: Rebecca Frank | umsi, Yan Chen | umsi, Jiayu Zhou | umsiHeadlines: UMSI Alumni Homecoming Celebration, UMSI welcomes new 2024-25 faculty, 2024 UMSI employment reports show versatility of information science degree

    23분

  6. 2024. 11. 04.

    Navigating disinformation surrounding elections: Insights from University of Michigan experts

    In this episode of "Information Changes Everything", University of Michigan professors Barbara McQuade, Ariel Hasell, and Ceren Budak join moderator Christian Sandvig to discuss the challenges of disinformation and misinformation in the digital age. They explore the role of social media platforms, the impact of technology on elections, and potential regulations to address these issues. The conversation also touches on how institutions, platforms, and individuals can work to mitigate the spread of false information and promote a healthier information environment. You can watch the full panel here.To learn more about voting or registering to vote visit vote.gov.

    24분

  7. 2024. 10. 17.

    Rethinking Water Conservation and the Finite Nature of Water

    In this episode of "Information Changes Everything", we hear from Jon Allan, Senior Academic and Research Program Officer at the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability. Allan challenges the perception of water as an infinite resource, explaining that while the total amount of water remains constant, its usability varies based on its state and location. He discusses the complexities of water management, including decentralized decision-making and the importance of evidence-based policies. Allan also highlights technological opportunities like data analysis and innovation to address water issues and emphasizes the role of storytelling and social cohesion in promoting effective conservation efforts. For the full talk click hereHeadlines:Study: Can mobile apps influence healthy behaviors among people with hypertension? | umsiTeenage dream: MSI student uncovers adolescence in the archives | umsiWorking from home, kids version

    22분

  8. 2024. 09. 16.

    Nathan TeBlunthuis examines how online communities thrive together

    In this episode of Information Changes Everything, we explore why online communities on platforms like Reddit and Facebook often thrive together rather than compete. NathanTeBlunthuis, a computational social scientist, shares his research using concepts from organizational ecology to reveal that overlapping communities frequently support each other instead of clashing. He also shares the implications of these findings for understanding digital media and designing better online spaces. To watch the full video of this 2023 talk click here.Headlines: Peterson-Salahuddin: Can Kamala Harris turn memes into votes? It depends, UMSI assistant professor Robin Brewer earns Henry Russel award, Check out the American Archive

    21분
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