Podcasts about Aggregation

Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here!We dive into the newly announced details of player housing coming to World of Warcraft with the Midnight expansion. The system will be a progressive journey where players collect decorations through various gameplay activities.• Weekly news includes Legion Timewalking as the bonus event and the Aggregation of Horror and The Godfather as world bosses• Player housing will include different tiers of decorations from basic commodity items to rare trophies• Most basic décor will be readily available from vendors and the Auction House• Special trophies like Onixya's head will require defeating the boss• All non-gathering professions will craft housing items related to their specialties• Past achievements and reputations will unlock decorations immediately upon housing launch• Decorations are account-wide but can only be placed as many times as you've collected them• Concern expressed about lack of PvP-specific housing rewards• Future updates will continually add decorations from both past and new contentKeep an eye on social media and the Etsy shop for more World of Warcraft content!Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode!Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here!https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.comSupport the show here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistleSocials :Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletalesYoutube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1wWebsite : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTalesTry out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066Listen to the podcast on other platforms:https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWkhttps://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF0dAkbpPMtQSwvAxcapQSupport the showSupport the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

Ryan has more than 20 years of experience in real estate investing, finance, and portfolio /asset management; including over $10B in transaction value ranging from acquisitions and capital markets to strategic joint ventures and M&A.  Prior to co-founding Last Mile Investments, Ryan served on the senior leadership team of Phillips Edison & Co (as Principal of the institutional management business) an approximately $7B fully integrated real estate platform focused on the retail sector, where he most recently built and led the Institutional Investment Management business.  Ryan was responsible for all aspects of the business including strategic direction and growth, portfolio management, performance, investor relations, and capital raising.  Ryan is a graduate of the University of Illinois with a BS in Finance.  He is also on the board of the Lexington Hotel Group, as well as an active member in YPO, ICSC and ULI nationally, where he is the Chair for a national retail council consisting of senior level peers. Links: Last Mile Ryan on LinkedIn Brandon on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsedloff/ Juniper Square - https://www.junipersquare.com/ Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:01) - The Contrarian Thesis Behind Last Mile (00:05:02) - Building a Vertically Integrated Platform (00:06:43) - Understanding Retail's Misunderstood Value (00:10:34) - Operational Alpha and Investment Strategies (00:14:41) - The Importance of Boots on the Ground (00:18:18) - Current State and Future Plans for Last Mile (00:26:18) - The Shift from Malls to Strip Centers (00:27:01) - Understanding the Investor Base (00:27:48) - Relatability of Retail Investments (00:31:08) - Aggregation and Value Creation (00:34:38) - Macro Themes in Retail (00:39:27) - The Undersupply of Retail (00:40:34) - The Future of Malls and Lifestyle Centers (00:42:48) - Building a Long-Lasting Platform (00:48:46) - Conclusion and Contact Information

Lo stato attuale di CISA, uno dei soft fork più attesi di Bitcoin, un aggiornamento che porterà tantissimi benefici al layer 1 del nostro protocollo preferito.Inoltre: il Fondo Monetario Internazionale definisce a sorpresa Bitcoin in uno dei suoi documenti più importanti, la Sindaca di Amsterdam chiede al governo olandese di vietare Bitcoin, e ancora caos nelle nuove norme fiscali sulle criptoattività.It's showtime!

In this episode, Kate, Jeff, and Nidhi dive into the latest developments shaping economics, media, technology, and entertainment in 2025. From tariffs impacting trade to the evolution of streaming platforms and AI innovation, we explore how industries are navigating uncertainty and embracing change. Highlights include insights from the US Federal Reserve Beige Book, Oscars viewership trends, YouTube's app redesign, and updates from the Morgan Stanley TMT Conference.Segments(00:00) Introduction(00:28) Global Economics Overview(01:32) Beige Book Insights(02:45) US Consumer Spending Trends(03:30) Tariffs and Price Increases(05:02) F1 Viewership Insights(07:13) European Media Owners Report(08:55) Linear TV Trends in Europe(09:56) Germany's Cable TV Shift(11:00) Streaming vs. Linear TV(14:52) Out-of-Home Advertising Growth(15:32) Programmatic Advertising in OOH(16:18) YouTube's Redesign & Aggregation(17:04) The Battle for the Living Room(19:41) Morgan Stanley TMT Conference Highlights(20:10) Fox's DTC Strategy(22:31) Netflix's Ad Business Growth(24:00) Disney's Focus on Advertising(24:34) Warner Bros. Content Strategy(25:55) Weekend Plans & Closing RemarksSome links:GroupM's This Year Next Year 2024 End of Year Report: https://www.groupm.com/this-year-next-year-2024-global-end-of-year-forecast/US Federal Reserve Beige Book: https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/files/BeigeBook_20250305.pdf Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to hit the follow button, and rate us on your favorite podcast platform. And we'd love to hear from you—drop a comment or share your thoughts with us on LinkedIn.

Aggregators are at an inflection point of major change. Acting as a catalyst to this change is technology. In this episode of Broker Daily Uncut, hosts Alex Whitlock, Phil Tarrant, and Jack Campbell delve into what is described as the ‘golden age' of aggregation. Cutting-edge technology is what can pull groups through times of immense change and cement them as key players among a myriad of aggregators.

Topics covered in this episode: PEP 772 – Packaging governance process Official Django MongoDB Backend Now Available in Public Preview Developer Philosophy Python 3.13.2 released Extras Joke Watch on YouTube About the show Sponsored by us! Support our work through: Our courses at Talk Python Training The Complete pytest Course Patreon Supporters Connect with the hosts Michael: @mkennedy@fosstodon.org / @mkennedy.codes (bsky) Brian: @brianokken@fosstodon.org / @brianokken.bsky.social Show: @pythonbytes@fosstodon.org / @pythonbytes.fm (bsky) Join us on YouTube at pythonbytes.fm/live to be part of the audience. Usually Monday at 10am PT. Older video versions available there too. Finally, if you want an artisanal, hand-crafted digest of every week of the show notes in email form? Add your name and email to our friends of the show list, we'll never share it. Brian #1: PEP 772 – Packaging governance process draft, created 21-Jan, by Barry Warsaw, Deb Nicholson, Pradyun Gedam “As Python packaging has matured, several interrelated problems with the current way of managing the technical development, decision making and processes have become apparent.” “This PEP proposes a Python Packaging Council with broad authority over packaging standards, tools, and implementations. Like the Python Steering Council, the Packaging Council seeks to exercise this authority as rarely as possible; instead, they use this power to establish standard processes.” PEP discusses PyPA, Packaging-WG, Interoperability Standards, Python Steering Council, and Expectations of an elected Packaging Council A specification with Composition: 5 people Mandate, Responsibilities, Delegations, Process, Terms, etc. Michael #2: Official Django MongoDB Backend Now Available in Public Preview Over the last few years, Django developers have increasingly used MongoDB, presenting an opportunity for an official MongoDB-built Python package to make integrating both technologies as painless as possible. Features The ability to use Django models with confidence. Developers can use Django models to represent MongoDB documents, with support for Django forms, validations, and authentication. Django admin support. The package allows users to fire up the Django admin page as they normally would, with full support for migrations and database schema history. Native connecting from settings.py. Just as with any other database provider, developers can customize the database engine in settings.py to get MongoDB up and running. MongoDB-specific querying optimizations. Field lookups have been replaced with aggregation calls (aggregation stages and aggregate operators), JOIN operations are represented through $lookup, and it's possible to build indexes right from Python. Limited advanced functionality. While still in development, the package already has support for time series, projections, and XOR operations. Aggregation pipeline support. Raw querying allows aggregation pipeline operators. Since aggregation is a superset of what traditional MongoDB Query API methods provide, it gives developers more functionality. Brian #3: Developer Philosophy by qntm Intended as “advice for junior developers about personal dev philosophy”, I think these are just great tips to keep in mind. The items Avoid, at all costs, arriving at a scenario where the ground-up rewrite starts to look attractive This is less about “don't do rewrites”, but about noticing the warning signs ahead of time. Aim to be 90% done in 50% of the available time Great quote: “The first 90% of the job takes 90% of the time. The last 10% of the job takes the other 90% of the time.” Automate good practices Think about pathological data “Nobody cares about the golden path. Edge cases are our entire job.” Brian's note: But also think about the happy path. Documenting and testing what you think of as the happy path is a testing start and helps others understand your idea of how things are supposed to work. There's usually a simpler way to write it Write code to be testable It is insufficient for code to be provably correct; it should be obviously, visibly, trivially correct Brian's note: Even if it's obviously, visibly, trivially correct, it will still break. So test it anyway. Michael #4: Python 3.13.2 released Python 3.13's second maintenance release. About 250 changes went into this update Also Python 3.12.9, Python 3.12's ninth maintenance release already. Just 180 changes for 3.12, but it's still worth upgrading. For us, it's simply rebuilding our Docker base (i.e. —no-cache) with these lines: RUN curl -LsSf https://astral.sh/uv/install.sh | sh RUN --mount=type=cache,target=/root/.cache uv venv --python 3.13 /venv Extras Brian: Still thinking about pytest plugins a lot. The top pytest plugin list Has been updated for Feb Is starting to include things without “pytest” in the name, like Hypothesis and Syrupy. Eventually I'll have to add “looking at trove classifiers” as part of the search, but for now, let me know if you're favorite is missing. Includes T&C podcast episode links if I've covered it on the show. There's 2 so far Michael: There's a new release of PyScript out. All the details are here: Highlight is new PyGame-CE support. Go play! PEP 2026 – Calendar versioning for Python rejected. :( PEP 759 – External Wheel Hosting withdrawn Joke: Pride Versioning

In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I speak with Chris Chung, co-founder of TitanDex, a DEX aggregator built on Solana. TitanDex aims to provide traders with the best swap prices by aggregating liquidity from multiple DEXs, reducing slippage, front-running, and MEV attacks.

In today's episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu is joined by Producer Drew as we dive into some of the most pressing and controversial topics shaping our world right now. From the impending disruption brought on by AI, as discussed by tech investor Chris Sacca, to the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency and regulation, as highlighted by David Sacks, we explore what the future holds. Tom and Producer Drew also delve into the societal implications of rapid technological advancements, the balance between globalism and individualism, and the philosophical questions about meaning and purpose in an age of uncertainty. Featuring candid discussions, speculative insights, and a look at where we might be heading, today's episode is a whirlwind tour of the forces driving change in our world. Buckle up for a thought-provoking conversation that tackles everything from AI-driven job markets to the rebirth of meme coins, and what these mean for our global economy and personal lives. Get ready, because it's going to be spicy, weird, and incredibly insightful. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Uncertain Job Market Fears 03:58 Age of Abundance With AI 06:41 "Facing an Ominous Future" 11:21 Trump's Crypto Regulatory Initiative 15:20 Blockchain: Enabling Virtual World Ownership 16:47 Innovation Through Regulation 20:59 Stock Market Gambling Benefits Capital Formation 25:04 Meme Coins: Escaping the Financial System 27:07 Crypto's Gambling Cultural Moment 30:05 "Presidential Ethics and Scrutiny!" 34:35 Rethinking Death's Motivation 37:23 "Eternally Driven to Continue" 41:18 "Cycle of Aggregation and Disaggregation" 45:38 Spiritual KPIs: Measuring Inner Peace 47:03 Chase Joy, Embrace Detachment CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Range Rover: Range Rover: Explore the Range Rover Sport at  https://landroverUSA.com Audible: Sign up for a free 30 day trial at https://audible.com/IMPACTTHEORY  Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out. Tax Network USA: Stop looking over your shoulder and put your IRS troubles behind you. Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit https://impacttheory.co/TNUSAJan  Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Drew Lydecker, Co-Founder and President of AVANT, and Ross Artale, CEO of Spectrotel, as they explore the future of connectivity and managed network services. They cover everything from the rise of best-of-breed solutions to AI's impact on telecommunications. Plus, Ross reveals how Spectrotel is delivering modern solutions that can outpace more traditional providers. Listen in and learn from these two industry experts!

What is Community Choice Aggregation?Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) is a system that allows local governments to purchase power directly from an energy supplier other than the existing utility. This means that while the existing utility continues to deliver the power, the CCA buys and generates the power itself, potentially from renewable sources. CCAs continue to pay fees to the existing utility for energy transmission and backup power.        While not required, CCAs can set ambitious climate goals that exceed state-mandated targets and drive decarbonization efforts by investing in emerging clean energy technologies. CCAs can take risks to transform their energy sources and grid in ways that traditional investor-owned utilities may be reluctant to try. When successful, CCAs can reduce electric rates for consumers and drive investment in local energy programs. But CCAs without sufficient capital may face financial and operational challenges.    CCA programs are authorized in various states, including California, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Virginia. How does it work?In states with enabling legislation, local governments can create a CCA by holding public hearings and passing a law authorizing CCAs. Participation in CCAs is voluntary, with most programs having opt-out provisions. This means customers are automatically enrolled in the program unless they choose to opt out and continue receiving electricity from their current supplier. Some CCAs may have opt-in provisions, requiring customers to actively enroll in the program. Customers under CCAs continue to receive delivery and maintenance services from their existing utility and receive a single utility bill reflecting the change in electricity generation sources and prices.What are the pros and cons?Advantages of CCAs include the potential for retail electric rate reductions, the ability to shift to greener power resources quickly, local control over electricity generation aligned with local goals, expanded consumer choices, and the potential to stimulate local job creation and renewable energy development. However, there are also challenges associated with CCAs, including dependence on enabling state legislation, navigating CCA regulations and ordinances, administrative costs, consumer confusion over opt-in and opt-out clauses, and potential resistance from utilities in traditionally regulated electricity states facing new competition from CCAs.What is Central Coast Community Energy?Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) is a CCA program that has procured and provided electricity to residents and businesses in Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, and Santa Barbara counties in California since 2018. It is governed by board members who represent each community served by the agency.3CE recently approved a contract to build the world's largest Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) facility, which will provide 500 megawatts of energy storage. 3CE will reserve 200 megawatts of that capacity to help achieve its goal of serving 100% clean and renewable energy to its customers in Santa Cruz and Santa Barbara counties by 2030. The CAES technology uses underground caverns to store compressed air, which is later released to generate electricity, offering long-duration storage beyond the capabilities of lithium-ion batteries, and supporting grids reliant on intermittent renewable energy.Further ReadingEPA, Community Choice AggregationNational Renewable Energy Laboratory, Community Choice Aggregation: Challenges, Opportunities, and Impacts on Renewable Energy Markets (2019)CalCCA, Community Choice Aggregation (CCA): What is it?National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) Helping Communities Reach Renewable Energy Goals (Mow 2017)Local Energy Aggregation Network (LEAN), CCA by StateMetropolitan Area Planning Council (Boston, MA), Start a Community Choice Aggregation Program (2014)National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Status and Trends in the Voluntary Market (2020 data), presentation materials (Heeter 2021)Central Coast Community Energy (3CE), 3CE to Purchase 200MW of Long Duration Energy Storage from Hydrostor (2023) For a transcript, please visit https://climatebreak.org/municipal-investment-in-clean-energy-tech-through-community-choice-aggregation-with-rob-shaw/

Welcome to ELI - the place where you get your daily dose of entrepreneurial inspiration. In this episode, we chat with Anirudh V., the founder of Trailytics, an AI-powered data aggregation and analytics platform. Anirudh shares his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, the challenges in the analytics domain, and how Trailytics is revolutionizing data insights across industries.

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Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here!What if your PvP skills could outshine even the most seasoned Mythic Plus veterans? Join us at the Pig and Whistle Inn in Stormwind, where we promise to unravel the secrets to mastering the challenges of World of Warcraft. This week's episode kicks off with the latest updates, including the formidable world boss Aggregation of Horror and the chaotic fun of the Warsong Scramble brawl. Dive into the strategic realm of Mythic affixes like Devour and Fortitude, and gain insights on how to tackle these head-on. We also weigh in on the ever-evolving arena of PvP versus Mythic Plus, sharing personal tales from this season that highlight the reactive and proactive demands of arenas compared to the predictable rhythm of PvE encounters.Beyond the battlefield, we take on the gaming community's hottest debates. Ever wondered how early access might impact your guild? We'll explore the mixed emotions surrounding this trend and the implications for players who feel left out. Time-gated content and the gearing system spark heated discussions—are PvE players underestimating PvP challenges? We also take a moment to appreciate the aesthetics of raid environments, discussing how today's designs measure up to iconic classics like Black Temple and Icecrown Citadel. Join us as we navigate through the intricate world of Warcraft, promising a journey filled with insights and lively debates. Grab your virtual pint and settle in for an engaging exploration of Azeroth! Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode!Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here!https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.comSupport the show here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistleSocials :Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletalesYoutube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1wWebsite : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTalesTry out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066Listen to the podcast on other platforms:https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWkhttps://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF0dAkbpPMtQSwvAxcapQSupport the showSupport the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.This next episode of our 2024 SEC comment letter podcast miniseries discusses segment reporting.  Segment reporting is an important disclosure for investors as it provides information about the different types of business activities in which a reporting entity engages and the different economic environments in which it operates – making this an area that frequently gets the attention of the SEC staff. We discuss the issues most frequently raised by the SEC staff and offer advice to preparers for getting ahead of them. In this episode, we discuss: 2:36 – An overview of SEC comment letter trends related to segment reporting11:49 – Identifying operating segments15:13 – Aggregation of operating segments 16:36 – Entity-wide segment disclosures 19:18 – Multiple measures of segment profit or loss20:55 – Reconciliations to segment profit or loss 23:18 – Considerations when adopting the FASB's new segment reporting guidance35:21 – Final reminders related to segment reporting For more information, see our full analysis of SEC comment letter trends and Chapter 25 of our Financial statement presentation guide. Also, check out our other episodes in this miniseries:  SEC comment letters – What's trending in 2024  2024 SEC comment letter trends: Revenue2024 SEC comment letter trends: Business combinations Additionally, follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app for more episodes. Scott Feely is a partner in PwC's National office.  He has over 30 years of experience supporting clients as they address the SEC and financial reporting implications of their capital markets and merger and acquisition-related activities. Jay Seliber is a partner in PwC's National office. He leverages over 30 years of experience to help clients with their most complex accounting matters, particularly in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, revenue recognition, stock compensation, earnings per share, employee benefits, restructurings, impairments, and financing transactions. Kyle Moffatt is PwC's Professional Practice leader, leading a team responsible for working with standard setters and regulators as well as delivering brand-defining thought leadership and educational materials. He also consults with engagement teams and audit clients on SEC reporting matters. Before PwC, Kyle spent almost 20 years with the SEC, most recently as Chief Accountant and Disclosure Program Director in the Division of Corporation Finance.  Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com. 

In today's Episode we are getting to grips with all the key questions surrounding the hugely important issue of exposure management and modelling in our sector. Models are a core part of our business, but as we have come to rely more and more heavily on their output, many fundamental questions arise. For instance, how much of a worry should it be that the market is dominated by two very large players? Or do enough C-suite executives really understand how models work or know the right questions to ask of their exposure management teams? And are we any closer to finding efficient cross-industry ways of making sure that the exposure data upon which our modelling is based is accurate and easily transferable in digital form? To assist me in this task are three people with vast experience in attacking these questions from all angles. Emma Watkins is Head of Exposure Management & Aggregation at Lloyd's and as such has oversight of one of the largest combined books of business anywhere in the world. Rupert Atkin is an underwriting veteran who has had a long and illustrious career. The Former CEO of Lloyd's Underwriter Talbot is also a former Deputy Chair of Lloyd's and Chair of the Lloyd's Market Association. Rupert currently serves on multiple boards, including as Chairman of Lloyd's businesses Ark Managing Agency and Carbon Underwriting as well as a Director at brokers AmWins Group and Alwen Hough Johnson. Finally Dickie Whitaker is the founder and CEO of the not-for-profit open source modelling platform, the Oasis Loss Modelling Framework. Dickie can trace his long career back to the foundation of cat modelling firm Eqecat and also spent over a decade in senior roles at reinsurance broker Guy Carpenter. Most recently he founded the open peer-reviewed Journal of Catastrophe Risk and Resilience. It's clear our panel is well qualified for the job, but what I enjoyed most about this gathering was the ease and good humour with which my guests took on the subjects in hand. This could have been a dry and academic affair, but it was absolutely nothing like that. The conversation is lively and positively buzzes with energy. NOTES: Oasis LMF has produced a fascinating report Navigating the Storm that makes a great accompaniment to this podcast. Download it Here

In today's business lesson, we discuss The Aggregation of Marginal Gains and how understanding and applying this principle will help you explode your business. The Aggregation of Marginal Gains is a concept that James Clear talks about in the first chapter of his #1 New York Times Best Selling Book, Atomic Habits. (Original Air Date - 5/11/23) What Justin discusses on today's episode: + Introduction to the Lesson + Promotion of Millionaire University Podcast + Welcome to the Podcast Episode + Introduction to the Concept of Marginal Gains + Historical Context: British Cycling Team + The Turning Point: Hiring of David Brailsford + Implementation of Marginal Gains Strategy + Exploring Unconventional Areas for Improvement   For more information go to MillionaireUniversity.com To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. And follow us on: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube Twitter To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here!Ever been barred from a raid despite having the best gear? This week, I share a personal story of frustration with the sometimes absurd expectations within the World of Warcraft community. Even with full pre-raid best-in-slot gear, I faced backlash from another tank in a Molten Core raid who demanded even higher-tier equipment. This encounter sheds light on the puzzling demands of players in a game where cooperation should be the key. Also, join me at the Pig and Whistle Inn in Stormwind as I recount the latest happenings in WoW, from taking down the world boss Aggregation of Horror to the CBC time walking bonus event and the exhilarating chaos of the Gravity Lapse brawl.But that's not all! We venture into the realm of WoW: Cater Classic dungeons with a focus on an unexpected drama during a Throne of the Tides run. Think classic players are the epitome of cooperation? Think again. Our conversation touches on the often-overlooked similarities between classic and retail players, and we dive into the divisive Shadowlands conduit system. Could this system have been a game-changer if not shackled by its time-gated renown mechanic? We explore its potential as a dynamic alternative to current talent systems, pondering how Blizzard might have enhanced gameplay with more engaging and switchable benefits. Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode!Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here!https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.comSupport the show here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistleSocials :Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletalesYoutube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1wWebsite : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTalesTry out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066Listen to the podcast on other platforms:https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWkhttps://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can findUntethered & Wanderwise: Female Travel Over 45A travel podcast for women over 45 who want to explore this big beautiful world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSupport the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

In this episode of the Midjourney Fast Hours podcast, Drew Brucker and Rory Flynn sit down with Philip Maggs, Director of Generative AI at Superside, who has quietly revolutionized how enterprise teams adopt AI. Leading a transformation that trained over 500 designers in 18 months, Phil shares the unfiltered truth about scaling AI operations - from running shadow projects and credit card purchases to building elite "pirate teams" that push the boundaries of what's possible. The conversation reveals Superside's blueprint for training/operationalizing teams at scale, including their peer-to-peer coaching program and how they measure success across 3,000+ AI-powered projects. Phil breaks down their innovative Discord-based workflow that processed thousands of images, their approach to client communication, and why they completely banned Photoshop for certain projects to force innovation. Diving deep into Midjourney's latest features, the trio discusses the reality of enterprise AI adoption, the balance between regulation and innovation, and why following the money in AI investment matters more than chasing the latest tools. Phil caps the episode with candid advice for agencies looking to adopt AI, emphasizing why over-regulation kills innovation and how to create the psychological safety teams need to experiment and grow. This isn't just another AI discussion - it's a masterclass in scaling creative operations from someone who's done it at the highest level. Whether you're leading a creative team or building an AI-first workflow, this episode delivers the practical insights and battle-tested strategies you need to succeed. --- ⏱️ Midjourney Fast Hour [00:00] Superside Story [09:00] Scaling Creative Teams [14:15] AI Client Projects [21:30] Building Frameworks [31:00] Discord Pipeline [42:15] Midjourney Editor Update [49:45] Automation Strategy [56:30] Real Results Using AI [01:02:00] New Tools [01:04:45] Future Vision --- Takeaways Generative AI is transforming creative services at SuperSide. The integration of AI requires a culture of experimentation. Client engagement is crucial for successful AI implementation. Building a diverse team enhances innovation in AI projects. Fear can drive motivation and action in adopting new technologies. AI tools are evolving rapidly, necessitating continuous learning. Scaling AI requires structured training and support for teams. Theoretical knowledge must be tested in real-world scenarios. Constraints can foster creativity and problem-solving. AI is not replacing jobs but creating new opportunities. Visibility over what's going on is crucial. Aggregation of prompts can reveal global trends. Using permutations can yield a higher quantity of quality images. Curation is essential but can lead to perfectionism. MidJourney is more akin to a photo shoot than stock imagery. Post-production is necessary for finalizing images. The creative process requires a balance between speed and quality. Photoshop remains a vital tool for detailed editing. API integration could enhance the functionality of MidJourney. The future of image generation tools is evolving rapidly. AI can bridge the gap between corporate and creative worlds. The goal is to reduce project timelines from days to minutes. Understanding AI's strengths is crucial for effective design. Clients expect faster turnaround times than ever before. Measuring the impact of AI on creative work is essential. Agencies should avoid overregulating AI adoption. Emerging tools like Flux and Comfy UI are game changers. Following investment trends can guide technology adoption. Creating a culture of experimentation is vital for success. AI should enhance, not replace, the human element in design.

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Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: The Subject in Subjective Time: A New Approach to Aggregating Wellbeing (paper draft), published by Devin Kalish on September 17, 2024 on The Effective Altruism Forum. What follows is a lightly edited version of the thesis I wrote for my Bioethics MA program. I'm hoping to do more with this in the future, including seeking publication and/or expanding it into a dissertation or short book. In its current state, I feel like it is in pretty rough shape. I hope it is useful and interesting for people as puzzled by this very niche philosophical worry as me, but I'm also looking for feedback on how I can improve it. There's no guarantee I will take it, or even do anything further with this piece, but I would still appreciate the feedback. I may or may not interact much in the comments section. I. Introduction: Duration is an essential component of many theories of wellbeing. While there are theories of wellbeing that are sufficiently discretized that time isn't so obviously relevant to them, like achievements, it is hard to deny that time matters to some parts of a moral patient's wellbeing. A five-minute headache is better than an hour-long headache, all else held equal. A love that lasts for decades provides more meaning to a life than one that last years or months, all else held equal. The fulfillment of a desire you have had for years matters more than the fulfillment of a desire you have merely had for minutes, all else held equal. However, in our day to day lives we encounter time in two ways, objectively and subjectively. What do we do when the two disagree? This problem reached my attention years ago when I was reflecting on the relationship between my own theoretical leaning, utilitarianism, and the idea of aggregating interests. Aggregation between lives is known for its counterintuitive implications and the rich discourse around this, but I am uncomfortable with aggregation within lives as well. Some of this is because I feel the problems of interpersonal aggregation remain in the intrapersonal case, but there was also a problem I hadn't seen any academic discussion of at the time - objective time seemed to map the objective span of wellbeing if you plot each moment of wellbeing out to aggregate, but it is subjective time we actually care about. Aggregation of these objective moments gives a good explanation of our normal intuitions about time and wellbeing, but it fails to explain our intuitions about time whenever these senses of it come apart. As I will attempt to motivate later, the intuition that it is subjective time that matters is very strong in cases where the two substantially differ. Indeed, although the distinction rarely appears in papers at all, the main way I have seen it brought up (for instance in "The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence[1]" by Nick Bostrom and Eliezer Yudkowsky) is merely to notice there is a difference, and to effectively just state that it is subjective time, of course, that we should care about. I have very rarely run into a treatment dedicated to the "why", the closest I have seen is the writing of Jason Schukraft[2], with his justification for why it is subjective time that matters for Rethink Priorities' "Moral Weights" project. His justification is similar to an answer I have heard in some form several times from defenders: We measure other values of consciousness subjectively, such as happiness and suffering, why shouldn't we measure time subjectively as well? I believe without more elaboration, this explanation has the downside that it both gives no attention to the idea that time matters because it tells us "how much" of an experience there actually is, and has the downside that it seems irrelevant to any theory of wellbeing other than hedonism. It also, crucially, fails to engage with the question of what exactly subje...

Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here!Ever wondered how to gain a competitive edge in World of Warcraft's new season? Join us at the Pig and Whistle Inn in Stormwind as we break down the latest updates from Azeroth. From the current world boss, Aggregation of Horror, to the bugs plaguing the Warsong Scramble PvP brawl, we've got the inside scoop on everything you need to know. We'll also dissect player feedback on the newest raid and PvP experiences, providing insights into the specific advantages and challenges each class is currently facing.Don't miss our in-depth analysis of the latest World of Warcraft cinematics. We'll explore how these visual masterpieces are shaping the game's narrative, focusing on pivotal moments like the conclusion of the Island of Kazalgal storyline and the breathtaking cinematic featuring Zalatath and Alleria. We'll also speculate on future plot twists and compare these new sequences to iconic moments from past expansions, discussing their impact on character development and storytelling. Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode!Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here!https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.comSupport the show here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistleSocials :Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletalesYoutube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1wWebsite : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTalesTry out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066Listen to the podcast on other platforms:https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWkhttps://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF0dAkbpPMtQSwvAxcapQCall Me By Your Gamea nostalgic video game podcastListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSupport the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

Time for Sports Graffiti! Will the Dodgers be healthy come playoff time? The guy's dive into sports aggregation and is it making fans dumber? Kevin Clark had a few examples on the types of videos that are shared around social media. What are the most unbreakable records in sports? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's theme on the Retirement Quick Tips Podcast is: The Ultimate Guide To RMDs in 2024 Today, I'm talking about what to know the first year starting your RMD and how you can aggregate multiple RMD together if you have several accounts

In this episode, I had the chance to sit down with Kelly A. Brown, Chairman and CEO at deposit management startup Ampersand. Previously, she spent 13 years at the American Deposit Management Company. Kelly and I had a chance to talk about:* What inspired Kelly to get into banking* The sudden attention paid to deposit insurance in the wake of SVB's collapse* How FBO and deposit insurance pass through models should be structured* Consumers' misapprehensions about what deposit insurance does and doesn't cover* And more! Get full access to Fintech Business Weekly at fintechbusinessweekly.substack.com/subscribe

Text us your thoughts on this episodeThis episode provides an overview of the new standard from the International Accounting Standards Board, the IASB. IFRS 18 is the new standard on presentation and disclosure in financial statements, with a focus on updates to the income statement. This is a significant development in IFRS financial reporting - even companies not reporting under IFRS will want to be aware of these updates. In this episode, we discuss:1:10 – An overview of the new standard5:00 – Aggregation and disaggregation (impacting all primary financial statements and notes)9:00 – Structural changes to the statement of profit or loss18:25 – Getting started with implementation and the timeline21:19 – Management-defined performance measuresFor more information, read our publication, IFRS 18 is here: redefining financial performance reporting. Additionally, follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app for more episodes.Gary Berchowitz is the non-financial instruments leader in PwC's Global Assurance Quality - Corporate Reporting Services group. Gary brings years of financial accounting experience, working to drive quality and connectivity throughout the PwC network and help local teams solve complex accounting issues in a practical way. Gary contributes to the firm's global view on a variety of financial reporting matters.Heather Horn is the PwC National Office Sustainability & Thought Leader, responsible for developing our communications strategy and conveying firm positions on accounting, financial reporting, and sustainability matters. In addition, she is part of PwC's global sustainability leadership team, developing interpretive guidance and consulting with companies as they transition from voluntary to mandatory sustainability reporting. She is also the engaging host of PwC's quarterly webcast series.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com. 

Malware is a non-technical look at the tech news of the week. This week, Deana and Natasha welcome Evin McMullen to discuss the trends and takeaways from the Ethereum Community Conference in Brussels. Subscribe to the Boys Club newsletter here!  Boys Club is proudly supported by Kraken. Kraken is a crypto exchange for everyone. 

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop sits down with Ryan Marsh, CEO of The Stack, to explore a range of fascinating topics, including the rapid evolution of computing and distributed systems, the emergence of complex adaptive systems, and the profound impact of rapid information transfer on societies and economies. They also discuss the transformative potential of automation and LLMs in the workplace, drawing parallels to historical shifts in information landscapes. For more about Ryan Marsh and his work, visit The Stack at thestack.io or email him at ryan@thestack.io. Check out this GPT we trained on the conversation! Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and discussion about early predictions in computing and distributed systems 00:05 - Emergence of complex adaptive systems and the role of APIs in modern business 00:10 - The impact of rapid information transfer on societies and complex adaptive systems 00:15 - Historical examples and parallels to current information transfer phenomena 00:20 - Social and political changes influenced by rapid information transfer and media evolution  00:25 - Decentralization and distributed computing, comparing past and present military strategies 00:30 - Aggregation theory and future economic power shifts involving LLMs 00:35 - Quality assurance in software development and the role of LLMs in future workflows 00:40 - Potential of automation to replace white-collar jobs and the barriers to implementation 00:45 - Impact of significant disruptions on business operations and workforce dynamics 00:50 - Predictions on future economic and workforce transformations, closing remarks Key Insights 1-Rapid Evolution of Computing and Distributed Systems: Ryan Marsh highlights the astonishing speed at which computing and distributed systems have evolved. Predictions he made years ago, such as businesses interfacing with programmatic APIs, have materialized much faster than anticipated. This shift has transformed how companies operate, enabling seamless interaction and integration at a global scale. 2-Emergence of Complex Adaptive Systems: The conversation delves into the nature of complex adaptive systems, where interconnected components interact dynamically. Marsh explains how modern software development and distributed computing exhibit emergent behaviors similar to those in biological systems, leading to unforeseen capabilities and efficiencies. 3-Impact of Rapid Information Transfer: The ability to transfer information instantaneously has profound effects on societies and economies. Marsh compares the chaotic information landscape of today's voters to the more controlled environments of the past, illustrating how the internet and AI have exponentially increased the speed and reach of information dissemination. 4-Transformation of Work and Automation: Marsh predicts that a significant portion of white-collar jobs could be automated with existing technology, emphasizing the potential for massive efficiency gains in the workplace. He envisions a future where large companies operate with minimal staff, relying heavily on automation and LLMs to handle complex tasks. 5-Decentralization and Military Strategies: Drawing parallels between historical military strategies and modern computing, Marsh discusses the concept of decentralization. He recounts how paratroopers in World War II operated independently with minimal communication, likening this to decentralized computing systems that function efficiently without centralized control. 6-Aggregation Theory and Economic Power Shifts: The episode explores Ben Thompson's aggregation theory, predicting that future economic power will be concentrated in the hands of those who control LLMs. These models will act as ultimate aggregators, profoundly influencing markets and business dynamics. 7-Potential Disruptions and Workforce Dynamics: Both Stewart Alsop III and Ryan Marsh agree that significant disruptions, similar to the COVID-19 pandemic, will be necessary to force companies to adopt new technologies and streamline operations. Such disruptions will likely lead to drastic changes in the workforce, with many traditional roles becoming obsolete and new, technology-driven roles emerging.

Rick Clark, a fifth-generation farmer from Williamsport, Indiana, is dedicated to enhancing soil health and achieving harmony with nature on his farm. He has pioneered a systematic approach to regenerative farming, proudly maintaining certification for all acres as organic through his regenerative stewardship with no tillage. Rick's practices focus on suppressing weeds, building soil health with cover crops, and prioritizing human health through organic, no-till farming methods. His goal is to establish a sustainable and profitable farming system that will endure for generations. Recently Rick Clark hosted an event where he shared insights into his farming practices, emphasizing soil health, and sustainability. Joining him were experts from Green Cover Seed, Dr. Christine Jones, and John Kempf. In this episode, Rick and John discuss: An overview of the event and the legacy of Dr. Christine Jones' work How plants can share microbes and the importance of plant diversity The challenges of no-till organic farming and the potential need to incorporate tillage appropriately How mycorrhizal fungi and other soil microbes respond to tillage The impact of legumes on soil aggregation The benefits of incorporating fenugreek into pastures for livestock health The need for constant adaptation and learning Additional Resources: To learn more about Rick Clark, please visit: https://www.farmgreen.land/ To learn more about Dr. Chrstine Jones and her work, please visit: https://www.amazingcarbon.com/ About John Kempf John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it.​ Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology. Support For This Show & Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture.  AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA's science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most. AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits. Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide. Learn more about AEA's regenerative programs and products: https://www.advancingecoag.com

In this episode, we continue talking about how growth is hard. Today we share the story of an organization that achieved unprecedented success and the #1 thing that drove that success.

As more and more L2s launch promising to scale Ethereum, they end up competing for the same market share, userbase and liquidity. Apart from this harsh reality, crosschain interactions should be as seamless as possible in order to bridge different L2 ecosystems. Polygon envisions a scalable future in which various zero knowledge rollups post their proofs on an aggregation layer before settling on Ethereum, thus lowering latency and transaction costs as crosschain interactions take place expeditiously, without involving the L1 mainnet.We were joined by Sandeep Nailwal & Brendan Farmer, to discuss Polygon's aggregation layer and how it aims to solve the current fragmentation of Ethereum L2 scaling solutions.Topics covered in this episode:Polygon's ZK expansion and the acquisition of Mir ProtocolPolygon's aggregation layerBlock building between different L2sShared sequencing & asynchronous sequencingSecurity guarantees of the aggregation layerSequencer decentralisation & censorship resistanceChains using Polygon's aggregation layerPessimistic proofsCan optimistic rollups be included in the aggregation layer?Type 1 prover and Plonky3The evolution of ZKP systemsEnsuring ZK rollup integrityThe future of scalabilityEpisode links:Sandeep Nailwal on TwitterBrendan Farmer on TwitterPolygon on TwitterSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - gnosis.ioChorus1: Chorus1 is one of the largest node operators worldwide, supporting more than 100,000 delegators, across 45 networks. The recently launched OPUS allows staking up to 8,000 ETH in a single transaction. Enjoy the highest yields and institutional grade security at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Friederike Ernst.

Summary In this week's episode Anna chats with Shumo and Yi from NEBRA. They discuss the high price of putting ZKPs on-chain before diving into NEBRA's proposed solution to mitigating this, their Universal Proof Aggregation product. They cover what it takes to incorporate extra pricing systems into NEBRA UPA as well as the benefits that these systems will bring, how developers are meant to interact with them, and future integrations to enable seamless cross-zkRollup applications. The group round off by discussing prover marketplaces, verification aggregation systems, and the design space that this all opens up. Here's some additional links for this episode: NEBRA NEBRA UPA Demo NEBRA Docs UPA Gas Costs by NEBRA MIT Bitcoin Club fflonK: a Fast-Fourier inspired verifier efficient version of PlonK by Gabizon and Williamson UniPlonK: PlonK with Universal Verifier by Chu, Gomes, Iglesias, Norton and Tebbs Hyle Aligned Layer The Web3 Summit is back! The next edition will be happening in Berlin from Aug 19-21! You can head over to web3summit.com to apply, learn more and grab your tickets today. Episode Sponsors Launching soon, Namada is a proof-of-stake L1 blockchain focused on multichain, asset-agnostic privacy, via a unified shielded set. Namada is natively interoperable with fast-finality chains via IBC, and with Ethereum using a trust-minimized bridge. Follow Namada on Twitter @namada for more information and join the community on Discord discord.gg/namada. Aleo is a new Layer-1 blockchain that achieves the programmability of Ethereum, the privacy of Zcash, and the scalability of a rollup. As Aleo is gearing up for their mainnet launch in Q1, this is an invitation to be part of a transformational ZK journey. Dive deeper and discover more about Aleo at http://aleo.org/ If you like what we do: Find all our links here! @ZeroKnowledge | Linktree Subscribe to our podcast newsletter Follow us on Twitter @zeroknowledgefm Join us on Telegram Catch us on YouTube

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions with a strong presence in Ireland, has launched TCS AI WisdomNext, a platform that aggregates multiple Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) services into a single interface and enables organizations to rapidly adopt next-gen technologies at scale, lower costs and within regulatory frameworks. The industry-leading platform is designed to remove barriers for customers to develop and launch business solutions, allowing for real-time experimentation across vendor, internal, and open-source LLM models. AI and GenAI have far-reaching applications across the value chain for businesses. However, solution designers around the world find it difficult to select, experiment with, and decide on the right foundational models to use. Foundational models are constantly evolving, and each model offers different capabilities in terms of mode of usage, cost, and effectiveness. TCS' AI for Business Study, a comprehensive survey on the impact of AI on businesses, found that while business executives are generally positive about the impact of AI, they are less certain about the path to transformation. TCS AI WisdomNext helps businesses choose the right models and simplify the design of new business solutions using GenAI tools. It also enables businesses to reuse pre-existing components to accelerate the design. Siva Ganesan, Head, AI.Cloud Unit, TCS, said, "TCS AI WisdomNext helps our customers take advantage of GenAI to unlock the full potential of their data, drive greater business innovation and efficiency, and gain a competitive edge. Customers appreciate the newly launched platform's ability to help navigate a diverse and quickly evolving AI marketplace and rapidly compose 'art-of-the-possible' solutions. We are solving business problems and helping our customers redefine what it means to harness the power of GenAI. The rapid adoption of GenAI and experiencing what it means in terms of business outcomes is something our customers find very exciting." In the initial testing phase, TCS has already leveraged this powerful tool for many of its largest customers to create value for them and build prototypes. Examples include fast-tracking sales for an outdoor advertising company in the US, with real-time inventory availability and quote generation with maps Integration; enhancing productivity and efficiency across the application migration and modernization lifecycle for a leading American insurance provider; and enhancing customer experience through a smart mortgage-assistant for a leading bank in the UK. Scott Kessler, Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer, Northeast Shared Services, said, "GenAI presents us with the chance to elevate the value of our knowledge capital across multiple dimensions. Through access to the TCS AI WisdomNextTM platform, we can amplify our enterprise knowledge, orchestrating a seamless integration of data and insights to enhance the efficiency, innovation, and customer-centric focus of our grocery organization, thereby incrementing value at every turn." TCS AI WisdomNext is an integrated enterprise AI orchestration platform with features including: Preconfigured industry solution blueprints Intelligent 'evaluator bots', which enable organizations to compare available GenAI models and related technology stack choices, helping them to make more informed decisions Scenarios to optimize GenAI running costs using the platform's native intelligence Centralized governance with in-built guardrails to ensure compliance with local regulations and best practices Seamless portability feature across cloud platforms and GenAI ecosystems Build hyper-personalized experiences, paving the way for higher customer satisfaction. R "Ray" Wang, CEO and Principal Analyst at Constellation Research, said, "Customers seek an innovative GenAI platform that has a powerful combination of prefabricated industry blueprints, cuttin...

Episode #315. What is ApoB and why should you care? In this latest instalment of our masterclass series, I've distilled the essential insights about apolipoprotein B (ApoB) into one informative episode. Join top experts including Dr Thomas Dayspring, Dr William Cromwell, Danny Lennon, Dr Alan Flanagan, and Dr Gil Carvalho as they unravel the significance of ApoB as a crucial marker of cardiovascular health. This episode provides a thorough understanding of why ApoB matters and how it impacts your health. We unpack the essentials of ApoB, covering its role in cholesterol transport and why it's a key marker for heart disease risk. You'll learn how ApoB affects cardiovascular health, from the way it modifies LDL particles to its impact on atherosclerosis and longevity. We discuss the best ways to measure ApoB, its normal levels, and what causes it to rise. The episode also explores the relationship between ApoB and saturated fats, and why it's a more reliable risk marker than LDL cholesterol. By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of why ApoB matters for your heart health and how it can help guide better health choices. Specifically, we discuss: Introduction (00:00) Lipoproteins & Cholesterol: Transport and Recycling (00:43) Cholesterol's Role in Lipoproteins (26:40) Is ApoB a More Accurate Marker of Cardiovascular Risk? (31:13) Endothelial Transcytosis of Lipoproteins (39:42) LDL Modification and Aggregation (49:17) Evidence for ApoB's Role in Atherosclerosis (55:49) ApoB and Genetics (58:29) ApoB and Longevity (1:02:16) Mechanisms Behind Elevated ApoB Levels (1:05:14) Why ApoB is the Best Predictor of Cardiovascular Disease (1:08:52) ApoB vs LDL-Cholesterol: Understanding the Discordance (1:21:00) Healthy ApoB Levels for Young Adults (1:31:39) Causes of Elevated ApoB Levels (1:45:16) Target ApoB Levels for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention (2:04:31) The History and Evolution of the Lipid Hypothesis (2:07:27) Role of ApoB Lipoproteins in Atherosclerosis (2:10:21) Importance of ApoB as a Cardiovascular Risk Marker and Its Clinical Application (2:18:39) Impact of Saturated Fat on ApoB and Cardiovascular Disease (2:27:47) Top Saturated Fat Foods That Increase Cardiovascular Risk (2:33:53) Impact of Saturated Fat on ApoB and Cardiovascular Disease (2:35:49) Dietary Changes to Lower ApoB Levels (2:38:59) Outro (2:45:54) Read more about the guests featured on this episode or connect with them on their respective pages on The Proof website: Dr Thomas Dayspring, Dr William Cromwell, Danny Lennon, Dr Alan Flanagan, and Dr Gil Carvalho. This episode is brought to you by: InsideTracker If you want to improve your health, you need to measure where you're currently at. InsideTracker analyses up to 48 blood biomarkers including ApoB, LDL, HDL, A1C, and more before giving you advice to optimise your health. Get a 20% discount on your first order at insidetracker.com/simon. BON CHARGE Enhance skin health, increase collagen production, and reverse sun damage with BON CHARGE, my choice of low-level light therapy. Holistic, evidence-based, premium products for healthier skin. Get started at boncharge.com and use code THEPROOF for a 15% discount. Shopify Shopify, the world's leading e-commerce platform, helps you turn browsers into buyers with the internet's best-converting check out–up to 36% better compared to other leading e-commerce platforms. To boost your conversion rate, and grow your business, sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/proof. Sun Home Saunas Invest in your body and mind with Sun Home Saunas, pioneers in crafting premium saunas and cold plunges. Safe, effective, research-backed wellness tools to improve cardiovascular health, offer psychological benefits, and reduce muscle soreness. Head to sunhomesaunas.com/theproof for $300 off your purchase. Simon Hill, MSc, BSc (Hons) Creator of theproof.com and host of The Proof with Simon Hill Author of The Proof is in the Plants

In this episode of FinPod, host Asim Khan is joined by Duncan McKeen, CFA, FMVA, as they discuss financial statement aggregation and analysis. Follow along as Duncan walks us through consolidating financial statements using advanced Excel functions. Discover the significance of breaking down current and deferred taxes, balancing income statements, and mastering cash flow projections. Learn the benefits of monthly modeling for a comprehensive 24-month forecast period and how to effectively aggregate data by quarter and year. Join Duncan and Asim as they explore common modeling challenges while offering insights on building robust models with features like alerts and up-to-date functionalities. 

From a $4.5M zero emissions trucking project with Forum Mobility, to virtual power plants, to contracting with Clearway Energy Group on a solar project involving Wartsila & NEXTracker, Ava Community Energy continues to track toward 100% carbon-free power by 2030. In fact, NREL recently named Ava, a community choice aggregator, one of the top green power providers in the U.S. In this Green Light episode, I will speak with Lori Bilella, Director of Clean Energy Services at Ava, about the recent initiatives their team is working on, Lori's prior experience at Soltage & Black & Veatch, as well as some of the challenges of navigating a career in clean energy as someone who identifies as LGBTQIA+. If you're a clean energy employer & need help scaling your workforce efficiently with top tier candidates, contact Catherine McLean, CEO & Founder of Dylan Green, directly on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3odzxQr. If you're looking for your next role in clean energy, take a look at our industry-leading clients' latest job openings: bit.ly/dg_jobs. 

The Athletic's Ben Standig talks Commanders and The NFL draft with ESPN's NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Ben opens the episode discussing the upcoming "30" visits for Daniels and Maye in Ashburn before welcoming in the NFL's go-to newsbreaker (8:35). They discuss what "signs" point them to Jayden Daniels with the second overall pick—for now. Drake Maye and J.J. McCarthy buzz. Aggregation annoyance. Adam's friends question his NFL information. They also revisit the Ben Johnson/Commanders coaching search drama and what that scenario revealed about the flow of news and information. Ben wraps up the episode with quarterback and offensive line tidbits from The Athletic's draft guide, "The Beast," via Dane Brugler (33:10)

References J Lipid Res. 2022 Dec; 63(12): 100298. Mol Cells. 2020 Aug 31; 43(8): 749–762. Bach J.S. 1727. St Matthew Passion, BWV 244. https://www.youtube.com/live/3fP-rET0kFI?si=ZX-edMPg1wBA_5mh Squire, Chris. 1978. "You Can Be Saved" Yes. https://youtu.be/0TNzPHoVlz8?si=bFMp6w4T2SL6XxS4 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-daniel-j-guerra/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dr-daniel-j-guerra/support

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Summary In this conversation, Jeffery and Jamie discuss the importance of staying in the groove and the problem with the 1% better concept. They explore the idea of the aggregation of marginal gains and how streaking allows for sustainable improvement. They emphasize the importance of consistency and taking a step-by-step approach to improvement. They also discuss the joy and satisfaction that comes from doing your work and the true source of rewards. The conversation concludes with a call to action to start streaking and experience the benefits for yourself. Takeaways Staying in the groove is essential for maintaining consistency and achieving long-term success. The 1% better concept can be problematic if taken to an extreme, as it can lead to unrealistic expectations and feelings of failure. The aggregation of marginal gains, focusing on small improvements in various areas, can have a significant impact on overall performance. Consistency is key in streaking, and it allows for small wins and breakthrough moments. The true satisfaction and rewards in life come from doing your work and overcoming challenges. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 00:57 The Importance of Staying in the Groove 01:27 The Experience of Recording a Podcast Every Day 03:22 The Problem with the 1% Better Concept 06:42 The Aggregation of Marginal Gains 09:37 The Importance of Consistency in Streaking 13:24 Building Streaks Over Time 15:45 Taking a Step-by-Step Approach to Improvement 20:31 The Joy and Satisfaction of Consistency 23:41 The Rewards of Doing Your Work 25:09 Finding Joy in Challenges and Overcoming Doubt 28:37 The True Source of Satisfaction and Rewards 30:01 The Work and Breakthrough Moments in Streaking 32:25 Conclusion and Call to Action Live an intentional life, start Streaking. Streaking is the social media app for intentional self-improvement. Download Streaking app and start your own streaks also invite your friends to follow and celebrate your progress! You can learn more about Streaking by buying the book at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Indie Books. Keep Streakin'

Time Stamps:(1:20) - Introduction to Raymond(3:22) - Spotting opportunities within the sneaker resale market and building the sneaker aggregator Plugd(10:04) - Moving from Plugd to create Liquid Auctions(15:30) - The role of NFTs and trading cards in Liquid Auctions(19:14) - The tokenization of physical collectibles into digital assets(22:48) - The relationship between NFTs, sneakers, and other collectibles(35:10) - Comparing different categories of collectibles and alternative assets(38:43) - The ups and downs of the sneaker resale market(32:38) - The sneaker resale market and the changing dynamics of the industry(41:03) - Raymond's thoughts on how influencers and creators can tokenize their physical memorabilia and collectibles(46:13) - Closing thoughts from Raymond and where to find Liquid Auctions Find Raymond and Liquid Auctions:On their website = https://beta.liq.auction/On Twitter = https://twitter.com/LiqAuctionsOn Twitter = https://twitter.com/pokgairay Find Neustreet:On our website = https://neustreet.com/On Twitter = https://twitter.com/realneustreetOn Instagram = https://www.instagram.com/realneustreetOn TikTok = https://www.tiktok.com/@neustreet 

In this episode, farmer and aggregator Max Becher talks about the logistics behind sourcing products as an aggregator.  Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: https://apple.co/2m75EVG Large Scale Farming: https://apple.co/2kxj39i Small Farm Tools at Modern Grower

In this week's interview Sam and Ren are joined by Brendan Farmer, the Co-Founder of Polygon. Brendan unpacks why no single blockchain can scale like the internet due to heterogeneous requirements across chains. He then introduces Polygon's solution - an Aggregation Layer that enables low-latency, trustless interoperability between ZK rollups to scale access to shared liquidity and state. They dig into interoperability and liveness, updates on ZK proof innovation, how the Polygon CDK and Aggregation Layer preserve sovereignty for connected chains, and the outlook for developer adoption to grow the Polygon ecosystem. To close out they also discuss novel use cases enabled by the Aggregation Layer. Thanks for tuning in! - - Follow Brendan: https://twitter.com/_bfarmer Follow Sam: https://twitter.com/swmartin19 Follow Ren: https://twitter.com/purplepill3m Follow Blockworks Research: https://twitter.com/blockworksres Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ - - Join us at DAS (Digital Asset Summit) in London this March! DAS is the #1 institutional conference in crypto, hosted by Blockworks. Use the link below to learn more, and use 0X20 to get 20% off your ticket! Sign up now because the price goes up every month. See you there! Learn more + get your ticket here: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2024-london/home - - Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (3:53) The Aggregation Layer of Crypto (6:46) Polygon CDK Vision (10:48) Novel Aggregation Layer Use Cases (19:15) DAS London Ad (20:21) Security & Risks of Agg Layer (25:57) ZK Proofs Updates (32:47) Agg Layer Value Accrual (42:03) End Vision of Aggregation Layer (47:02) POL Token Dynamics - - Resources https://mirror.xyz/0xfa892B19c72c2D2C6B10dFce8Ff8E7a955b58A61/TXMyZhhRFa-bjr7YHwmJpKBwt2-_ysirbh_VpNy3qZY - - Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter - - Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Dan, Sam, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

In episode 48 of Cointelegraph's Hashing It Out podcast, Polygon co-founder Brendan Farmer joins Elisha Owusu Akyaw to discuss the state of layer-2 networks, Polygon's multiple releases in the last six months, including its aggregation layer, or AggLayer, and its newly introduced “Type 1 prover.”Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Imran and Qiao invited Sandeep Nailwal and Mihalio Bjelic (Polygon) to discuss whether the Polygon's Chain Aggregation can unify all L2s.No BS crypto insight for founders.Timestamps(00:00) Intro(00:45) Welcome To Good Game(02:02) Things We're Excited To Talk About With Sandeep And Mihailo (Polygon)(05:27) Quick Note On The Vitalik's End Game(09:18) Sandeep And Mihailo (Polygon) Introduction(11:08) Addressing Fud Surrounding Polygon's Impact And Partnerships(19:43) Addressing Misconceptions And Branding Challenges In Polygon's Journey(22:17) People Say Polygon Has Too Many Narratives And Always Jumps On To The Latest Narratives(24:32) Exploring Polygon's Parallel Evm And Aggregation Layer(32:27) Transitioning Perspectives(36:02) The Token Rebrand(39:55) The Reason Behind The Layoff(46:17) Final Words(46:58) Putting Aside The FUDs And Narratives(49:50) Wrap Up(52:00) Partnership Vs. Competition(55:02) There Is A Disconnect Of Information(57:05) How Polygon Moved From Proof Of State To A ZK Validium(58:54) Polygon's Move To Parallelization(59:49) Founder Anecdotes That Imran Learned(01:01:05) Polygon Laid Off 20% Of Their Staff(01:02:25) Polygon Could Have Continued To Compete With Optimism And Arbitrum(01:04:35) Twitter Narrative Is So Different From The Real WorldAggregated Blockchains: A New Thesis - https://polygon.technology/blog/aggregated-blockchains-a-new-thesisSandeep Nailwal Twitter/X: https://x.com/sandeepnailwalMihailo Bjelic Twitter/X: https://x.com/MihailoBjelicSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3N675w3Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3snLsxUWebsite: https://goodgamepod.xyzTwitter: https://twitter.com/goodgamepodxyzWeb3 Founders:Apply to Alliance: https://alliance.xyz/Alliance Twitter: https://twitter.com/alliancedaoDISCLAIMER: The views expressed herein are personal to the speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any other person or entity. Discussions and answers to questions are intended as generalized, non-personalized information. Nothing herein should be construed or relied upon as investment, legal, tax, or other advice.

In This Episode, We Get Tactical About:   00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience 03:18 Trends and Fads in the Fitness Industry 09:28 Discussion on 75 Hard Program 20:28 The Aggregation of Marginal Gains 30:54 Applying the Aggregation of Marginal Gains to Fitness Goals 41:19 Benefits of the Aggregation of Marginal Gains 43:14 Conclusion and Invitation to Men's Muster   Resources + Links:   Our sponsor HairXT is a fast, natural and healthy hair growth supplement product made of high quality ingredients and minerals that do not contain the drugs, chemicals, sugar or excess Biotin that can create unwanted side effects. If you're looking for a safe, natural product that can help improve hair health and happiness, check out https://hairxt.com/ and use promo code HEALEY for 15% off of your order!   Join our FREE Men's Muster Community here!   Connect with Kristofor on Instagram | @team_healey   Connect with Kristofor on Substack | https://kristoforhealey.substack.com   How can Kristofor help you become an indispensable man? https://linktr.ee/krhealey   Download a FREE COPY of Indispensable: A Tactical Plan for the Modern Man   Buy your copy of the book, here!   Shoot us a message on Instagram with your biggest takeaway @team_healey   Show Notes:   In this episode, we reflect on the trends and fads in the fitness industry and discuss the 75 Hard program and why it may not be suitable for everyone, especially those in their 30s and 40s with multiple commitments. We introduce the concept of the aggregation of marginal gains, which focuses on making small, sustainable improvements in various aspects of life. We provide practical examples of how to apply this concept to nutrition, exercise routines, sleep and recovery, consistency, lifestyle factors, and social support and emphasize the long-term benefits of the aggregation of marginal gains.     Takeaways   The 75 Hard program may not be suitable for everyone, especially those with multiple commitments and responsibilities. The aggregation of marginal gains is a more sustainable approach to achieving long-term success in fitness goals. Making small, consistent improvements in various aspects of life, such as nutrition, exercise routines, sleep and recovery, and lifestyle factors, can lead to significant overall improvement. Seeking professional guidance and surrounding oneself with a supportive community can enhance motivation and accountability. The focus should be on continuous improvement and long-term sustainability rather than quick fixes and radical changes.     Until Next Time…out of role! 

From the Vault - This episode was recorded with Dr. Brit Finucci back in 2022! But.... life happens. We are so excited to finally share this episode with our sharkies! Join us this week to hear about Dr. Finucci's work studying deep sea sharks and their associations with each other! How do you even research deep sea sharks? How many species are there? How do sharks glow in the dark? Find out this and more! The article we are reviewing with Dr. Finucci is titled, "Aggregations and associations in deep-sea chondrichthyans" Summary (modified abstract): Group living has been recorded across a diverse range of chondrichthyans, but given the nature of deep sea chondrichthyans, any inferences of social associations have yet to be described. Using a companion preference analysis, aggregating behaviour and associations in deep-sea chondrichthyans (four holocephalans, ten elasmobranchs) were evaluated across class and group size from long-term archived fisheries independent research trawl survey datasets. Results indicated that not all selected species engaged in aggregative behaviour, but those that did suggested patterns of sex- and size-specific associations, which varied with catch density. Adult females were caught most frequently in low densities, and were highly associated with other adult females. Adult males were consistently associated with each other. The nature of associations provides important insight for selective mortality, such as aggregation-targeting fisheries.  You can follow Dr. Brit Finucci's work on twitter @BritFinucci Follow Sharkpedia on Instagram @SharkpediaPod Please leave a rating and a review on whichever streaming service you use!

Today, we're taking a look at Rhode Island's new energy program, community choice aggregation, and unpacking what it means for consumers.

Today, we're taking a look at Rhode Island's new energy program, community choice aggregation, and unpacking what it means for consumers. The post How does Rhode Island's new community choice aggregation program work? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

Danica Favorite describes the benefits of releasing wide with PD and how you can have a say on the future of AI in publishing.