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Serendipity

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"Maven’s AI Revives Social Media with Serendipity Network"
technology1 year ago

"Maven’s AI Revives Social Media with Serendipity Network"

Kenneth Stanley, a former OpenAI researcher, has co-founded Maven, a new social media platform designed to prioritize serendipity over objectives. Maven uses an open-ended AI algorithm to connect users with interesting content based on their selected topics, without likes, follows, or retweets. The platform aims to counteract the toxic and popularity-driven nature of current social media by fostering genuine and serendipitous interactions. Despite its idealistic approach, Maven faces challenges in growing its user base and securing sustainable funding.

Dick Van Dyke Reflects on 'Lazy' Career as He Celebrates 98th Birthday
entertainment2 years ago

Dick Van Dyke Reflects on 'Lazy' Career as He Celebrates 98th Birthday

Dick Van Dyke, the iconic entertainer who recently turned 98, reflects on his career in a new interview, attributing his success to luck rather than ambition. Van Dyke admits to being a naturally lazy person and claims that opportunities simply landed in his lap without much effort on his part. Despite his lack of drive, his long streak of great art has made him a national treasure.

A Love Lost and Found: A South American Journey Reunites Two Souls
travel2 years ago

A Love Lost and Found: A South American Journey Reunites Two Souls

Tracy and Tim met by chance at a club in Quito, Ecuador, and went on a magical first date. They made plans to meet again in Cuenca, but both hotels they chose were closed. Tracy left a note on the door of the second hotel, hoping Tim would see it. Miraculously, Tim found the note and left a reply. They were reunited and embarked on a three-month adventure through Peru, Bolivia, and Chile, falling madly in love along the way.