This document discusses the problems and downsides of online dating, including cognitive overload from too many options, shallow decisions based on appearances, financial exploitation by companies, and psychological manipulation by catfishers. It notes that dating apps are designed more for prolonged user engagement and data collection rather than meaningful connections. However, it maintains that authentic intimacy is still possible through offline interactions and focusing on genuine human experiences over superficial choices.
Dating into the future for Manchester FuturistsIan Forrester
Manchester Futurists - https://www.meetup.com/Manchester-Futurists/events/246711589/
Why
dating, matching and love is important for the future of humanity;
some of the issues when you mix corporate and capital interests in the
matter; and the effects future dating could have on culture and
society.
How to Flirt and Create Hypnotic Conversations with Womenamanda Spears
Complimenting women, dressing to
impress, and spouting off cheesy
pick-up lines are just some of the
tactics devised to attract a mate,
Flirting is nothing
more than a mating
ritual…
but how much do we really know
about the art of flirting?
This document provides an excerpt from a book called "ReSeduction" that discusses strategies for attracting an ex-partner back. It discusses behaviors that can reduce attraction such as insecurity, jealousy, neediness, and lack of purpose. It advocates adopting more dominant, masculine traits like confidence, leadership, and self-assurance. The chapter on "zero contact" recommends not contacting an ex for at least a month to avoid seeming needy and give them a "fear of loss," though to still act cheerful if they contact you first. The goal is to change the power dynamic and reignite attraction through new behaviors.
South African Heterosexual Males Paying for Sex: Motivations, Justifications ...EmbraceDignity
This study explored the perspectives of South African heterosexual male clients of sex workers through 7 interviews. Key motivations for paying for sex included fulfilling the "girlfriend experience", sexual fulfillment, ease, and living out fantasies. Participants justified their actions through the Madonna-whore complex and viewing sex work transactionally. Deterrents included social stigma, disease risk, guilt, and concerns over trafficking. The study provided insights into how clients construct sex work but had limitations due to its small sample size and researcher positionality.
Kim Kardashian's Fairytale That Didn't Last!sweetface4e29
The document summarizes the results of a public opinion poll on whether Kim Kardashian's highly publicized 72-day marriage and divorce would have any impact on legalizing same-sex marriage in California. Most respondents felt the marriage was a sham but did not think it would influence same-sex marriage legalization. While the author hypothesized the marriage would help strengthen arguments for legalization, the majority view from the poll was that Kardashian's marriage would have no effect on the issue.
Are You Over Estimating Your Market Value?George Hutton
http://mindpersuasion.com/
Making economic errors can cost you a lot of money. They can also keep you from finding the perfect partner. Learn More: http://mindpersuasion.com
Betty is a 22-year-old woman from Morelos, Mexico with over 5,000 Facebook friends and 800 Twitter followers. Though she does not post often, her posts about politics, her city, and work are well-liked. While Betty seems trusting, she knows how to stand up for herself, recently blocking a user who posted a violent comment. Betty keeps her profile public to understand how traffickers use Facebook to target women. She receives many job offers, mostly from men in a nearby town, but suspects they may involve human trafficking. Experts warn that traffickers use social media to deceive and convince women to travel abroad where they become exploited. Betty works to educate others on internet safety and prevention
1. The document discusses using Facebook for political campaigns, sharing seven tips and five mistakes based on one candidate's experience running for statewide office in Texas.
2. The candidate started with 250 dollars and 13,000 Facebook fans, running ads targeting existing fans and friends which increased engagement and led to a runoff election.
3. Key tips included knowing the Facebook algorithm, advertising to current fans and their friends, testing ad iterations, and getting 10,000 likes to raise your profile for 335,000 total votes cast. Common mistakes included URLs that could date, boring content, impersonal pages, relying solely on social media, and lacking a clear goal.
Dating into the future for Manchester FuturistsIan Forrester
Manchester Futurists - https://www.meetup.com/Manchester-Futurists/events/246711589/
Why
dating, matching and love is important for the future of humanity;
some of the issues when you mix corporate and capital interests in the
matter; and the effects future dating could have on culture and
society.
How to Flirt and Create Hypnotic Conversations with Womenamanda Spears
Complimenting women, dressing to
impress, and spouting off cheesy
pick-up lines are just some of the
tactics devised to attract a mate,
Flirting is nothing
more than a mating
ritual…
but how much do we really know
about the art of flirting?
This document provides an excerpt from a book called "ReSeduction" that discusses strategies for attracting an ex-partner back. It discusses behaviors that can reduce attraction such as insecurity, jealousy, neediness, and lack of purpose. It advocates adopting more dominant, masculine traits like confidence, leadership, and self-assurance. The chapter on "zero contact" recommends not contacting an ex for at least a month to avoid seeming needy and give them a "fear of loss," though to still act cheerful if they contact you first. The goal is to change the power dynamic and reignite attraction through new behaviors.
South African Heterosexual Males Paying for Sex: Motivations, Justifications ...EmbraceDignity
This study explored the perspectives of South African heterosexual male clients of sex workers through 7 interviews. Key motivations for paying for sex included fulfilling the "girlfriend experience", sexual fulfillment, ease, and living out fantasies. Participants justified their actions through the Madonna-whore complex and viewing sex work transactionally. Deterrents included social stigma, disease risk, guilt, and concerns over trafficking. The study provided insights into how clients construct sex work but had limitations due to its small sample size and researcher positionality.
Kim Kardashian's Fairytale That Didn't Last!sweetface4e29
The document summarizes the results of a public opinion poll on whether Kim Kardashian's highly publicized 72-day marriage and divorce would have any impact on legalizing same-sex marriage in California. Most respondents felt the marriage was a sham but did not think it would influence same-sex marriage legalization. While the author hypothesized the marriage would help strengthen arguments for legalization, the majority view from the poll was that Kardashian's marriage would have no effect on the issue.
Are You Over Estimating Your Market Value?George Hutton
http://mindpersuasion.com/
Making economic errors can cost you a lot of money. They can also keep you from finding the perfect partner. Learn More: http://mindpersuasion.com
Betty is a 22-year-old woman from Morelos, Mexico with over 5,000 Facebook friends and 800 Twitter followers. Though she does not post often, her posts about politics, her city, and work are well-liked. While Betty seems trusting, she knows how to stand up for herself, recently blocking a user who posted a violent comment. Betty keeps her profile public to understand how traffickers use Facebook to target women. She receives many job offers, mostly from men in a nearby town, but suspects they may involve human trafficking. Experts warn that traffickers use social media to deceive and convince women to travel abroad where they become exploited. Betty works to educate others on internet safety and prevention
1. The document discusses using Facebook for political campaigns, sharing seven tips and five mistakes based on one candidate's experience running for statewide office in Texas.
2. The candidate started with 250 dollars and 13,000 Facebook fans, running ads targeting existing fans and friends which increased engagement and led to a runoff election.
3. Key tips included knowing the Facebook algorithm, advertising to current fans and their friends, testing ad iterations, and getting 10,000 likes to raise your profile for 335,000 total votes cast. Common mistakes included URLs that could date, boring content, impersonal pages, relying solely on social media, and lacking a clear goal.
The document discusses different types of information such as reported, observed, and data from other sources. It explores qualitative versus quantitative data and warns about making assumptions from data. Various examples and sources are provided to illustrate issues around measurement and using digital tools and data.
Protect Yourself From Cyber Threats (v.2.0)Ray Brannon
This document provides warnings and information about various scams, including phone and internet scams. It discusses how scams work by exploiting human traits like greed, fear, curiosity and temptation. It provides statistics on identity theft and advises readers to be wary of unsolicited contacts, ensure strong passwords and privacy settings, and report any suspected scams to the proper authorities. Resources are provided for free credit reports and tools to help protect against identity theft and scams.
The politics of paying on the first date?Ian Forrester
The document discusses different perspectives on who should pay on a first date. It presents three options: the male pays, they go dutch (split the bill equally), or the female pays. It then shares arguments that various people have for each option. Some think the person who asked the other person out should pay. Others argue that going dutch shows equality. Overall, there are mixed views and cultural norms are evolving.
How To Write A Essay Step By Step Middl. Online assignment writing service.Christine Maffla
The document discusses the health care industry, which consists of several industries that provide services to private and business consumers. It notes that in 1886, brothers Robert, James and Edward Johnson created a company that has since revolutionized the creation and production of healthcare products. However, no other details are provided about the Johnson brothers or their company.
Make friends, find that special someone, and solve the mystery of locker 1204 in this hilarious & beautiful episodic dating game for girls 9 - 14. Long Story is a new twist on an old genre: A progressive and queer-positive dating game that helps tweens sandbox healthy relationships and sexuality.
Make friends, find that special someone, and solve the mystery of locker 1204 in this hilarious & beautiful episodic dating game for girls 9 - 14. Long Story is a new twist on an old genre: A progressive and queer-positive dating game that helps tweens sandbox healthy relationships and sexuality.
The document discusses social norms and expectations around who pays for a first date. It notes that traditionally the male is expected to pay for the full bill, but there are also perspectives that support going dutch (splitting the cost evenly) or the female paying. A brief survey found a variety of opinions on the topic, with some supporting traditional gender roles and others advocating for equality. The presentation concludes by quoting two tweets with additional views on splitting dating costs.
Catch Cheating Spouse: Stop Letting Your Lover Take Advantage Of You! (Sneak ...Azim Kadir
You’re going to learn the secrets of a real world private investigator with experience catching cheaters!
You’ll also learn about the different cheater types so that you can easily identity what kind you might be living with!
You’ll also learn how to find out what your lover is doing on the Internet and how they may be using it to aide them in cheating on you!
Also covered is using other information such as cell phone records and cell phones themselves to find out what your lover is doing behind your back.
There is also a section on surveillance gear, which will show you all the cool things you can use to spy on your lover!
You don’t deserve to be cheated on and it’s time that you take back control of your life and your pride.
Grab your copy of Catching Your Cheating Lover today so that you can catch them red-handed tomorrow!
The document provides instructions for creating an account, submitting an assignment request, and receiving writing help on the HelpWriting.net website. It outlines a 5-step process: 1) Create an account with a password and email. 2) Complete a form with assignment details. 3) Review bids from writers and select one. 4) Review the completed paper and authorize payment. 5) Request revisions to ensure satisfaction, with a refund option for plagiarism.
Henry Fleming is a young soldier who enlists in the Union army with romantic notions of war, but his first battle causes him to flee in a panic as he faces his greatest fear of being a coward. Although haunted by doubts of his bravery, in later battles Henry distinguishes himself through courageous acts that earn him respect and a new understanding of his own capabilities under fire.
The document provides instructions for requesting writing assistance from HelpWriting.net in 5 steps: 1) Create an account with a password and email. 2) Complete a 10-minute order form with instructions, sources, and deadline. 3) Review bids from writers and choose one based on qualifications. 4) Review the completed paper and authorize payment if pleased. 5) Request revisions until fully satisfied, with the option of a full refund for plagiarized work.
This document discusses different types of friends and friendships. It begins by defining friendship and listing examples of amazing friendships from the Bible. It then describes 10 types of "pseudo-friends" to be aware of, such as "The Energy Vampire" who drains your energy and "The Calculator" who keeps score of favors. It continues by outlining 8 types of friends that are important to have, including a "Loyal Best Friend," "Fearless Adventurer," and "Wise Mentor." It emphasizes the importance of developing diverse friendships with people from different cultures or who have opposing views. In the end, it stresses examining ourselves and becoming better friends.
Adaptive podcasting is a dynamic approach to storytelling through audio productions that are tailored to the preferences and needs of audiences. It is a powerful way to connect with your audience on a deeper level by telling experiential stories adapted to their situation at the moment of listening, using mobile sensory data. Moreover, adaptive podcasting can make podcasts more accessible, as they can be adjusted to the needs of the listener, for instance by adjusting to their level of hearing all without sharing personal data.
This document discusses object-based audio and adaptive podcasting. It describes how object-based media works by wrapping audio, video, and metadata into objects that can then be remixed as needed. It discusses how adaptive podcasting uses sensors and data about the user and device to customize the listening experience. Finally, it outlines next steps for making the code open source and continuing research and development work on adaptive podcasting technology.
Adapting digital products to the audience: Improvements in personalisation take many forms. BBC R&D’s Senior Firestarter, Ian Forrester highlights the developments in adaptive podcasts
https://www.bbc.co.uk/academy/events/sounds-amazing-2022/
Adaptive podcasting community for VRT Open labsIan Forrester
Adaptive podcasting's dreams for an international community of practice adopting the work with Dr Hay's forest of imagination work.
Presented at VRT's open hub/next generation hub
Adaptive podcasting 2022 for Bristol+BathIan Forrester
Adaptive podcasting - the future of personalised podcast experiences
Imagine if the stories you listen to could adapt to your surroundings. To the time of day you’re listening to them, whether it’s light or dark outside; or if they could stretch or contract in length to fit with how long you’ve got to listen. That’s exactly what podcast listeners can experience with adaptive podcasting, a new podcast format that enables producers to make parts of their audio flexible - personalised to each listener, using data from listeners’ devices.
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/cccibathspa/t-gaaqmlr
Ian Forrester - BBC, public service and adaptive podcasting Ian Forrester
The future of narrative and adaptive storytelling, with a technology called Perceptive Media, a new approach to broadcasting; which seeks to pair the best of broadcast with the best of internet technology.
http://www.brightideas.info/ian-forrester/
Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPVkfJa3dR4
Keynote presentation for Future Artists lab 8
The fringe will become the mainstream but not as we knew it in the past. The next generation of the web promises this potential in an ethical and trusted way.
https://www.futureartists.net/immersive-arts-lab-8-adventures-in-the-metaverse-a-virtual-conference
Your place in the new trust ecosystem for UCD Gathering 20202Ian Forrester
A look at the near future ecosystem for data and trust. What are the new type of challenges for designers, how do you prepare for these challenges and how does it benefit both sides?
All will be explored in a keynote which will give plenty to take away and explore.
https://www.ucdgathering.net/programme/your-place-new-trusted-data-ecosystem
The document discusses different types of information such as reported, observed, and data from other sources. It explores qualitative versus quantitative data and warns about making assumptions from data. Various examples and sources are provided to illustrate issues around measurement and using digital tools and data.
Protect Yourself From Cyber Threats (v.2.0)Ray Brannon
This document provides warnings and information about various scams, including phone and internet scams. It discusses how scams work by exploiting human traits like greed, fear, curiosity and temptation. It provides statistics on identity theft and advises readers to be wary of unsolicited contacts, ensure strong passwords and privacy settings, and report any suspected scams to the proper authorities. Resources are provided for free credit reports and tools to help protect against identity theft and scams.
The politics of paying on the first date?Ian Forrester
The document discusses different perspectives on who should pay on a first date. It presents three options: the male pays, they go dutch (split the bill equally), or the female pays. It then shares arguments that various people have for each option. Some think the person who asked the other person out should pay. Others argue that going dutch shows equality. Overall, there are mixed views and cultural norms are evolving.
How To Write A Essay Step By Step Middl. Online assignment writing service.Christine Maffla
The document discusses the health care industry, which consists of several industries that provide services to private and business consumers. It notes that in 1886, brothers Robert, James and Edward Johnson created a company that has since revolutionized the creation and production of healthcare products. However, no other details are provided about the Johnson brothers or their company.
Make friends, find that special someone, and solve the mystery of locker 1204 in this hilarious & beautiful episodic dating game for girls 9 - 14. Long Story is a new twist on an old genre: A progressive and queer-positive dating game that helps tweens sandbox healthy relationships and sexuality.
Make friends, find that special someone, and solve the mystery of locker 1204 in this hilarious & beautiful episodic dating game for girls 9 - 14. Long Story is a new twist on an old genre: A progressive and queer-positive dating game that helps tweens sandbox healthy relationships and sexuality.
The document discusses social norms and expectations around who pays for a first date. It notes that traditionally the male is expected to pay for the full bill, but there are also perspectives that support going dutch (splitting the cost evenly) or the female paying. A brief survey found a variety of opinions on the topic, with some supporting traditional gender roles and others advocating for equality. The presentation concludes by quoting two tweets with additional views on splitting dating costs.
Catch Cheating Spouse: Stop Letting Your Lover Take Advantage Of You! (Sneak ...Azim Kadir
You’re going to learn the secrets of a real world private investigator with experience catching cheaters!
You’ll also learn about the different cheater types so that you can easily identity what kind you might be living with!
You’ll also learn how to find out what your lover is doing on the Internet and how they may be using it to aide them in cheating on you!
Also covered is using other information such as cell phone records and cell phones themselves to find out what your lover is doing behind your back.
There is also a section on surveillance gear, which will show you all the cool things you can use to spy on your lover!
You don’t deserve to be cheated on and it’s time that you take back control of your life and your pride.
Grab your copy of Catching Your Cheating Lover today so that you can catch them red-handed tomorrow!
The document provides instructions for creating an account, submitting an assignment request, and receiving writing help on the HelpWriting.net website. It outlines a 5-step process: 1) Create an account with a password and email. 2) Complete a form with assignment details. 3) Review bids from writers and select one. 4) Review the completed paper and authorize payment. 5) Request revisions to ensure satisfaction, with a refund option for plagiarism.
Henry Fleming is a young soldier who enlists in the Union army with romantic notions of war, but his first battle causes him to flee in a panic as he faces his greatest fear of being a coward. Although haunted by doubts of his bravery, in later battles Henry distinguishes himself through courageous acts that earn him respect and a new understanding of his own capabilities under fire.
The document provides instructions for requesting writing assistance from HelpWriting.net in 5 steps: 1) Create an account with a password and email. 2) Complete a 10-minute order form with instructions, sources, and deadline. 3) Review bids from writers and choose one based on qualifications. 4) Review the completed paper and authorize payment if pleased. 5) Request revisions until fully satisfied, with the option of a full refund for plagiarized work.
This document discusses different types of friends and friendships. It begins by defining friendship and listing examples of amazing friendships from the Bible. It then describes 10 types of "pseudo-friends" to be aware of, such as "The Energy Vampire" who drains your energy and "The Calculator" who keeps score of favors. It continues by outlining 8 types of friends that are important to have, including a "Loyal Best Friend," "Fearless Adventurer," and "Wise Mentor." It emphasizes the importance of developing diverse friendships with people from different cultures or who have opposing views. In the end, it stresses examining ourselves and becoming better friends.
Adaptive podcasting is a dynamic approach to storytelling through audio productions that are tailored to the preferences and needs of audiences. It is a powerful way to connect with your audience on a deeper level by telling experiential stories adapted to their situation at the moment of listening, using mobile sensory data. Moreover, adaptive podcasting can make podcasts more accessible, as they can be adjusted to the needs of the listener, for instance by adjusting to their level of hearing all without sharing personal data.
This document discusses object-based audio and adaptive podcasting. It describes how object-based media works by wrapping audio, video, and metadata into objects that can then be remixed as needed. It discusses how adaptive podcasting uses sensors and data about the user and device to customize the listening experience. Finally, it outlines next steps for making the code open source and continuing research and development work on adaptive podcasting technology.
Adapting digital products to the audience: Improvements in personalisation take many forms. BBC R&D’s Senior Firestarter, Ian Forrester highlights the developments in adaptive podcasts
https://www.bbc.co.uk/academy/events/sounds-amazing-2022/
Adaptive podcasting community for VRT Open labsIan Forrester
Adaptive podcasting's dreams for an international community of practice adopting the work with Dr Hay's forest of imagination work.
Presented at VRT's open hub/next generation hub
Adaptive podcasting 2022 for Bristol+BathIan Forrester
Adaptive podcasting - the future of personalised podcast experiences
Imagine if the stories you listen to could adapt to your surroundings. To the time of day you’re listening to them, whether it’s light or dark outside; or if they could stretch or contract in length to fit with how long you’ve got to listen. That’s exactly what podcast listeners can experience with adaptive podcasting, a new podcast format that enables producers to make parts of their audio flexible - personalised to each listener, using data from listeners’ devices.
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/cccibathspa/t-gaaqmlr
Ian Forrester - BBC, public service and adaptive podcasting Ian Forrester
The future of narrative and adaptive storytelling, with a technology called Perceptive Media, a new approach to broadcasting; which seeks to pair the best of broadcast with the best of internet technology.
http://www.brightideas.info/ian-forrester/
Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPVkfJa3dR4
Keynote presentation for Future Artists lab 8
The fringe will become the mainstream but not as we knew it in the past. The next generation of the web promises this potential in an ethical and trusted way.
https://www.futureartists.net/immersive-arts-lab-8-adventures-in-the-metaverse-a-virtual-conference
Your place in the new trust ecosystem for UCD Gathering 20202Ian Forrester
A look at the near future ecosystem for data and trust. What are the new type of challenges for designers, how do you prepare for these challenges and how does it benefit both sides?
All will be explored in a keynote which will give plenty to take away and explore.
https://www.ucdgathering.net/programme/your-place-new-trusted-data-ecosystem
3D's: Dating, Deception and Data Portability | Mozfest 2019Ian Forrester
This document discusses dating, data portability, and deception in the context of GDPR. It begins by providing background on the author's experience with online dating sites. It then shows snippets of personal data exported from OkCupid and Plenty of Fish in response to a GDPR data access request. The document raises concerns about what personal data dating sites collect and how it could be used for deception. It explores how data portability under GDPR may support innovation but has limitations. Finally, it proposes an exercise for the group to imagine new services using dating profile data in competitive, complementary, and unrelated ways.
What is the Living room of the future for #mydata2019Ian Forrester
https://mydata2019.org/programme-page/public-spaces-private-data/
More and more people live their lives online, and we are encouraged to view the internet as a public space. However the personal data we bring to this space can be used in many inappropriate ways: Instagram stories are scraped to target advertisement; faces in family photographs are used to train the ML systems that will scan crowds for suspects; the devices we thought we owned end up owning us; and our browsing histories are stored and scanned by governments and private companies. This creates a tension for public service organisations as they try to deliver value to audiences and users online.
In this session experts from the BBC Research & Development, Finnish Broadcasting Company YLE, and PublicSpaces will consider how to resolve these tensions, and look at some specific interventions aimed at providing value to audiences and communities through the responsible use of private data in online public spaces.
Audiences of the future workshop at xR fest 2019Ian Forrester
Living Room of the Future workshop for the xR Madrid fest 2019
This workshop will be given by Ian Forrester , producer for the R & D area of the BBC. It will offer an overview of the future of immersive technologies and how they will allow greater interaction with their users.
Through the project ' Perceptive podcast Project' , Forrester will explain how the internet of things will revolutionize both the content and the services of an international company such as BBC. It will explain to us how these perceptual technologies analyze in real time through sensors and user data the reaction to content and how they coexist with the necessary protection of each other's privacy. It will also detail the research on the ' Living Room of the Future ' project, to understand the impact that the living room of the future can have with its hyper-personalized contents and its multisensory surfaces from the wall to the dining room table.
https://espacio.fundaciontelefonica.com/evento/xr-fest-taller-como-impactar-a-tu-audiencia/?ide=65988
Madrid's xR festival keynote - immersive experiencesIan Forrester
Where do immersive technologies go? How will they allow more interaction with their users? We will discover it in a workshop in our auditorium with Ian Forrester, producer at the BBC.
This workshop will be given by Ian Forrester , producer for the R & D area of the BBC. It will offer an overview of the future of immersive technologies and how they will allow greater interaction with their users.
Through the project ' Perceptive podcast Project' , Forrester will explain how the internet of things will revolutionize both the content and the services of an international company such as BBC. It will explain to us how these perceptual technologies analyze in real time through sensors and user data the reaction to content and how they coexist with the necessary protection of each other's privacy. It will also detail the research on the ' Living Room of the Future ' project, to understand the impact that the living room of the future can have with its hyper-personalized contents and its multisensory surfaces from the wall to the dining room table.
https://espacio.fundaciontelefonica.com/evento/xr-fest-taller-como-impactar-a-tu-audiencia/?ide=65988
This document provides a summary of Ian Forrester's notes from attending Republica 2019 and IndieWebCamp Berlin. It discusses various topics covered at the events including the decentralized web, social credit systems, censorship, technological unemployment, and the future of augmented humanity. Sessions focused on challenges like data exclusion and online monopolies as well as opportunities around self-hosted identity, podcasting, and peer-to-peer social networks. The document also notes artwork at the events, late night socializing, and Ian Forrester appearing on live television to discuss the future of storytelling.
Living room of the future at my data 2018Ian Forrester
Using Data Ethically to Create Future Media Experiences in Social Environments
The Living Room is highly private, yet equally social and collaborative space. We are envisioning how smart objects (and their accompanying personal data) can influence highly customised media experiences. The living room of the future (LROF) explores future immersive media experiences that are driven by contextual data which are personal yet social.
https://mydata2018.org/sessions/the-imaginarium-of-mydata-futures/
The document discusses object-based media and how wrapping media assets like video, audio, and metadata in useful metadata allows them to be "remixed" and personalized. This opens up possibilities for new, tailored content and experiences. It also touches on the challenges of privacy, ethics, and maintaining shared experiences in a personalized media environment. Examples provided include perceptive media projects and interactive experiences that adapt based on context.
Technology is changing our lives but what about our homes?
This short interactive cinematic experience asks just how much does your living room know about you?
https://www.fact.co.uk/projects/the-living-room-of-the-future.aspx
MISS TEEN HYDERABAD 2024 - WINNER RYKA TANDONDK PAGEANT
In the dynamic city of Hyderabad, a youthful and outstandingly skilled person has as of late made waves on the national stage. Ryka Tandon, a 14-year-old understudy, has been honored with the prestigious title of Miss High Schooler India 2024 Victor, Pride of India, from the Dk Show. Her travels to this regarded position are a confirmation of her unflinching devotion, ability, and tireless endeavors. Despite her youthful age, Ryka has, as of now, accomplished momentous points of reference that recognize her as a guide of motivation and pride for her city and her nation. This article digs into the uncommon life and accomplishments of Ryka Tandon, investigating her foundation, achievements, and the qualities that make her a standout individual.
Navigating the World of Topsoil: A Guide to the Right Choice for Your Gardennerissacampuzano
Are you looking to improve your garden's health but unsure about which topsoil to choose? This PPT provides insights into selecting the right topsoil for your gardening needs. From understanding various types of topsoil to evaluating their benefits, this resource equips you with the essential knowledge to make an informed decision. Explore to learn more.
Click to know more - https://mulchpros.com/blog/navigating-the-world-of-topsoil-a-guide-to-the-right-choice-for-your-garden/
MISS RAIPUR 2024 - WINNER POONAM BHARTI.DK PAGEANT
Poonam Bharti, a guide of ability and diligence, has been chosen as the champ from Raipur for Mrs. India 2024, Pride of India, from the DK Show. Her journey to this prestigious title is a confirmation of her commitment, difficult work, and multifaceted gifts. At fair 23 a long time ago, Poonam has as of now made noteworthy strides in both her proficient and individual lives, encapsulating the soul of present-day Indian ladies who adjust different parts with beauty and competence. This article dives into Poonam Bharti’s foundation, achievements, and qualities that separated her as a meriting champion of this award.
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Discover Stag Elevators, India's premier home elevator company, dedicated to delivering unmatched mobility solutions nationwide. Specializing in certified home elevators, lifts, and platform lifts, Stag Elevators leads with superior safety, quality, and innovation. Partnering with renowned Italian manufacturers ensures every product meets European safety standards and is TUV certified, offering affordability and utmost safety for homes of all sizes and types, from small houses to luxury residences.
1. Dating Against Humanity
…a game in which nice single people are roped into a horrible game with
others, resulting in cognitive overload, shocking manners, narcissism,
algorithmic prejudice, financial loss and decisions based purely on
appearances.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/x1brett/14972080124
20. Dating 101,
always tell
people where
you are going
Ok this is going to sound a little crazy...!
Been chatting to a woman on OKCupid - Danielle Mason
http://www.okcupid.com/profile/DanielleM_xo/
44% Match | 54% Enemy
She was flirting with me and I decided to play her bluff
about hooking up soon.. Anyway, we kept talking on FB.
And now were meeting each other for some "fun"
I did all the usual scan for scams, sex worker, etc but
she’s not showing up. As you can imagine there’s a ton of
selfies which were shared. So I'm going to go through
with it...
In the past, they pulled out at the last minute or turned out
to be somebody very different But unlike in the past, I'm
going to let friends (you guys) know in advance just in-
case things get a little weird or too freaky.
So I'm pretty sure I'm dealing with a Catfisher
32. There is a
fundamental
mismatch
IAC own Match,
OkCupid, POF,
Tinder
Valued at $5.8
Billion
Match had $888.3
million in revenue
& $148.4 million
profit in 2014
POF sold for
$575 million in
cash
47. Algorithmic
hokey pokey?
...past 80 years of
scientific research about
what makes people
romantically compatible
suggests that such sites
are unlikely to do what
they claim to do
https://www.flickr.com/photos/re-publica/13951164029
65. Places where
we can be
human again
https://www.flickr.com/photos/rawbanana/4714807991
66. With humanity
in mind, enjoy
valentine’s day
Thank you...
@cubicgarden - cubicgarden.com
Editor's Notes
Online Dating feels like a horrible game and I thought of the horrible game like experiences you can have. Cards against humanity came to mind when reading a quote comparing
This is where the start of dating and the internet started for me really.
I met Sarah online, but not on a dating site because they were still a little sad
We met on a site called CitizenX which was a webcam (no audio) community.
Its was intimate, authentic and genuine. Its very difficult not to be when you have a webcam on you all.
The community would actively reject people who chose not to use a webcam.
It was 2002, when we met in person and chemistry happened. We got married within a year.
However we got divorced after 4.5 years and blogged about it on our blogs after telling the important people in our families and close friends.
I was down but picked myself and decided that internet dating was on the rise, and I should give it a proper go. I mean the internet is changing so many things, what have I got to lose?
On top of that I moved to Manchester, England and knew almost nobody. Being single in a new city with all those opportunities and people was great.
So I became a bit of serial dater…. The word serial dater always conjures up visions of players, so I kind of prefered ethical dater. Because although I dated more than most typical people, it was a great chance to make friends and go to new places.
I did however try all these sites, most via free referrals and trials. The only ones I use now are OkCupid, Plenty of Fish and Bumble (which I recently ditched.)
However I’m still single but actually quite happy.
However being Valentine's day, its a great chance to put myself out there to all the lovely ladies who might be interested. I don’t think this has ever been done on TED stage...
The amazing Jody aka Northern Lass wrote about the first time we met and called me the human wikipedia of online dating.
Very fitting as wikipedia isn’t always right but you can throw almost any question at it and get something decent back
http://www.theguardian.com/uk/the-northerner/2013/jul/02/internet-dating-who-pays-on-first-dates
The lovely Claire, once throw the idea at me the idea that I was a expert by experience.
Which I loved, as so many so called experts have little actual experience
My parents and friends do ask why are you still single? And some ask do I actually want to settle down?
This is how I describe dating in the 21st century in the post internet age. Or in the time of algorithms, to quote Dan Slator’s related book.
The used condoms refers to the hookup culture which has developed. No criticism, just interesting you have to actively avoid it sometimes, along with the catfish and sharks.
Perfect video for those who don’t know what a catfish is… important point being the catfish do make things a little more interesting… sometimes
Talking about interesting, here’s one of the many catfishes I have crossed paths with over my time. Her profile is still on OKCupid (i did report it but like most dating sites, nothing happens), but the twitter profile where she or he ripped the photos has been suspended.
Its worth pointing out she started talking to me, not the other way around. - she was a 44% Match | 54% Enemy on OKCupid, what ever that means really.
We moved from Okcupid to Facebook. Of course I didn’t add her as a friend, but instead used the other inbox option, so we could talk freely.
I had to carefully show only the parts where shes not naked or saying quite explicit things. As you can see on the left, shes only interested in one thing.
Here is a real email I sent to friends before I went to meet Danielle in Salford Tesco metro car park.
http://www.tesco.com/store-locator/uk/?bID=3259
Honestly it was her idea not mine.
I decided unlike other times, I should actually tell people ahead of time where I’m going to be, just incase.
So here is the email I sent to a few friends and Chris actually came with me to Salford Quays carpark to see who would turn up.
Nobody showed which makes a difference from last time.
The quite famous story of the catfish, CTS (Claire Travers Smith - 52 first dates blog) and the Guardian who tracked down Seb in North Wales.
http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2013/jul/07/hoaxer-who-breaks-womens-hearts
Here’s an example of why they are quite a different breed from scammers, they will string you along and even send you gifts. But in that gift of perfume is a bigger tale...
The picture of Seb, the catfish herself. He is actually a She.
Remember when I talked about swimming in the sea, well there are many other types of scams floating around waiting to sting you.
I’m pretty sure Danielle was into sextortion, as kept asking for pictures of me, while sending pictures she ripped from elsewhere.
I can’t tell you how many escorts have swiped right on dating apps and told me up front how much they charge a hour!
If that wasn’t disturbing enough, theres much more...
The fetisisation of the profile picture is out of control. Apps like Tinder, rely purely on the profile picture. Their algorithms also rely heavily on dwell time of people viewing the profile.
More people view, dwell and swipe right the more attractive people you get - http://uk.businessinsider.com/secret-tinder-rating-system-called-elo-score-can-only-be-seen-by-company-2016-1?r=US&IR=T
Users can’t be bothered to fill in profiles, so they just stick up a few pictures from their FB/instagram connected account.
Interestingly while researching this, I found the most contacted woman in New York but couldn’t find the same but male… Enough said really…
Further sexisim
Barry Schwartz's book the paradox of choice outlines exact the problem with online dating.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Paradox_of_Choice
https://www.ted.com/talks/barry_schwartz_on_the_paradox_of_choice
I ask people about the 2nd to last choice and can they tell me why they rejected them, 99% can’t even remember that choice and why.
This leads to people saying online dating is work and they just had enough for now.
Or they go the other way and set their filters to such crazy level to narrow down the choices.
In the paradox of choice this is… the abundance of choice leads to depression and feelings of loneliness.
For me my nitpicking is women who throw stupid shapes with their fingers. In america they are called gang signs and its frankly impossible to unsee.
All I can hear is this song when viewing profile pictures with them - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXhu-LJf_3g
Shudder!
The other thing from the paradox of choice is the grass is greener syndrome, which is a real syndrome.
Barry calls it Missed Opportunities and Barry finds that when people are faced with having to choose one option out of many desirable choices, they will begin to consider hypothetical trade-offs. Their options are evaluated in terms of missed opportunities instead of the opportunity's potential. Schwartz maintains that one of the downsides of making trade-offs is it alters how we feel about the decisions we face; afterwards, it affects the level of satisfaction we experience from our decision.
So ultimately so much choice is making users feel like crap and putting us in a place where they will consume more. The next swipe will be better, honest!
I’m going to call it what I really think it is… Its strong words but I feel its not by mistake or freak quiencdeces
A whole industry setup to not give you what you really want.
Here is some figures to bring home the levels of profits we’re talking about here.
This is the fundamental mismatch in online dating services.
They want the maximum amount of money from each customer but can they afford to have 2 people leave?
The Ashley madison hacks only scratch the surface of the dodgy dealings going on across the industry.
http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2015/aug/20/ashley-madison-hack-your-questions-answered
This is a courtcase which seemed to get pushed under the carpet.
http://nypost.com/2013/11/22/model-suing-match-com-for-1-5b-over-fraudulent-fake-profiles/
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/bogus-profiles-rampant-match-lawsuit-article-1.1526124
Panorama went head long into the murky world of online dating.
However once the show was aired, there were legal complains.
Well worth watching, although they focus on UK dating market things very much apply across the world.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_OI7f3j41k
Ok Cupid’s OK Trend blog (http://blog.okcupid.com) documents trends across OKCupid. Its a great site for information and quite transparent.
However they put up a blog post about why you should never pay for online dating before they got bought by IAC Match group.
After that buy, the blog post disappeared off the face of the earth… but nothing leaves the web - http://www.themarysue.com/okcupid-pulls-why-you-should-never-pay-for-online-dating-match-com/
One of the core issues with paid for online dating is the loop you get into when trying it out during one of the many free communication weeken.
Its a total farce and at some point someone will need to get their credit card out to pay.
This is the equivalent of the drug dealers, first taste is free then once hooked you pay.
And free apps make even more money by showing you adverts and selling all that personal real time data.
This is part of a bigger issue (I call data ethics) with apps using personal data and not being very transparent of what’s going on below.
Its been well recognized that if you gamifiy things, it can prolong usage. Therefore, attention and therefore data to sell onwards.
Basically the longer you are using their apps, the more data you generate and more they can sell.
Sir Alan Sugar recently rejected Vana Koutsomitis date play app. Well the business model might not have been right but the money was certainly there.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/CSdWrMxgJfg4wfl9PKPTXx/vana-koutsomitis
https://dateplay.com/
Ultimately people say bad things about Tinder, Grinder, Happen, etc but they just keep on swiping.
Its almost an addiction? Go to a new area and open tinder because heck you have no idea who might be around?
http://www.theguardian.com/media-network/media-network-blog/2014/jan/17/tinder-dating-psychology-technosexual
Ultimately there are problems with boiling down human emotion to a binary decision.
What happened to maybe? Scruff gay dating app actually includes this option but the rest are all about make a binary decision now.
This is a worrying trend - http://cubicgarden.com/2015/12/29/the-problem-is-simple-answers-to-difficult-questions/
Ultimately our apathy and fear just adds to their ever expanding profits.
Its like a rigged game where you are damm if you do and damm if you don’t.
But something is working right? People tell me all the time how they met on this site and another… so whats going on?
There has got to be some science to this stuff, Hannah Fry in her recent book the mathematics of love - https://www.ted.com/talks/hannah_fry_the_mathematics_of_love?language=en
http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Mathematics-Love-TED-Hannah/dp/1471141802
Indicates there may be a something to it all, and she follows a long line of others including Amy Webb http://lifehacker.com/there-is-an-algorithm-for-love-but-its-one-you-write-1638108629 and Mathematician Chris McKinlay
http://www.wired.com/2014/01/how-to-hack-okcupid/
But its not fool proof and a lot of work… http://lifehacker.com/there-is-an-algorithm-for-love-but-its-one-you-write-1638108629
However there is a ton of scientific research saying its not possible.
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/12/opinion/sunday/online-dating-sites-dont-match-hype.html
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/12/science/skepticism-as-eharmony-defends-its-matchmaking-algorithm.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0
During the process of thinking about this talk, I looked into things and came up with an alternative theory of why people still match.
Its about the numbers… http://www.nytimes.com/2014/08/17/opinion/sunday/playing-the-numbers-in-digital-dating.html
The Birthday paradox says if you put 23 people in a room, their is 50% chance a couple will have the same birthday.
Aka if you bring together people a small percentage will always have common elements which may connect them and ultimately they may pair off to learn more about each other.
This makes the 3 couples on the year of making love pretty shocking… http://cubicgarden.com/2013/03/15/the-year-after-we-were-meant-to-be-making-love/
I bet meetup is actually a better place to meet a partner than all the other online dating sites, but it doesn’t get the credit it deserves or make big bold claims like all the online dating world.
This is why Tesco’s basket dating will work for a small percentage.
http://www.marketingmagazine.co.uk/article/1382596/tesco-matches-singles-based-shopping-basket-contents-valentines-day-push
They have enough people and some commonality between the matches. Plus the basket items are a social object for people to chat around
This is exactly why Bristlr and other very niche dating sites/services/apps will do a better job than the big dating sites.
It may have come from a joke or not but they have the right formula for success.
We are so hyper connected but we don’t feel like we can reach out and connect with people around us.
Stanley Milgrams 1972 paper on the familiar stranger, is ground breaking back then and apply so well to now, as population moves back into cities around the world.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Familiar_stranger
We are connected but there are little clues that we are closer than ever before
We seek intimacy and you can see outbreaks in things like Share1moment, Freehugs, Flirting classes, etc…
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-34547488
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_Hugs_Campaign
http://flirtology.co.uk/
What we all fear is rejection and its human to fear it. Theres a lot of information about it and ultimately its what stops us from reaching out to the strangers around us.
This is what I say when talking about the fear of rejection.
Hesitation stops us and it grows in the mind and becomes a bigger deal than it should be.
If you think it, do it. Don’t over think it, live in the moment.
The reason we fear it so much is we are conditioned to fit in.
If more of us embraced diversity, more of us would reject conformity and the notion of fitting in.
Whats wrong with talking on public transport, saying good morning as you enter a public space or asking about the bloody weather (very british but its a conversation starter)
The whole one life thing is something I know too well, if you haven’t already seen my previous TEDxManchester talk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuGkYCtu5JM - The story of me.
But through dating I have learned even more about myself.
I have some incredible experiences, good, bad, funny, tragic… Some great stories which I hope to share in a book or more likely a blog in the near future.
From catfish experiences to a regular spot talking on BBC Radio Merseyside with Northern Lass - http://cubicgarden.com/tag/bbcmerseyside/
The experiences are vast and as friend Simon says, if its a great story you will tell others and won’t kill you… you should do it. Catfish included.
I can’t tell you how many great conversations I have had with some great people.
I made some great friends which I am still friends with now.
We need to be better about treasuring our relationships with friends as much as we treasure it with partners.
If I had known about the 6 types of love, I would have made reference to Philia - http://cubicgarden.com/2016/02/21/6-words-to-describe-different-types-of-love/
I also learned the art of conversation is certainly not dead no matter what Sherry Turkle says - http://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2015/10/reclaiming-conversation-sherry-turkle/409273/
Reflecting back on when I first met Sarah online in Citizen X. I found out about the site via a book written by Derek Powaz design for community - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Design-Community-Derek-Powazek/dp/0735710759
The book focuses on creating intimate spaces where people can flourish.
Citizen X was a place which encouraged this and its creator Halcyon.
http://www.digitalintimacy.com/loungeville/cxhistory.htm
Its almost impossible to be more authentic, genuine and present on the end of a public webcam, as it was on Citizen X.
Whats missing in online dating is the human element. They need to be places where we can be open and explore our human side without fear of rejection.
With humanity in mind, I wish everybody happy valentine day…
Thanks for listening...