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Microsoft and Google may have to surrender people's data to Saudi Arabia after signing huge deals there
(www.businessinsider.com)
this post was submitted on 24 Jul 2023
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Counter rebuttal... no. Fuck SA and fuck everything SA stands for. I dont want them in my tech. I get they are diversifying but they can fuck right off. Anyone who accepts their money will end up having to accept their agenda and I'm ready to boycott any company that does.
I understand your frustration, but I think it's important to recognize that SA has been making significant strides towards modernizing its economy and investing in technological innovation as part of Vision 2030, which aims to reduce dependence on oil and create new job opportunities for Saudis. By partnering with global tech giants like Google and SoftBank, SA is also helping to accelerate the development of emerging technologies such as AI and robotics, which could ultimately benefit everyone. While it's true that there are concerns around the kingdom's human rights record, I believe that engaging with SA through investment and collaboration can be an effective way to promote positive change from within. Ultimately, I think it's worth considering the potential benefits of working together with SA rather than writing them off entirely.
As for your suggestion to boycott companies that take their money, I would encourage you to consider the potential impact of such a move on individuals and communities in SA who may benefit from these investments and partnerships. While it's certainly a personal choice, I hope you can see how working towards a more open and collaborative approach might have a greater positive impact in the long run.
In any case, I appreciate your passion and advocacy for issues that matter to you.
AI detectors aren't exactly known for being accurate.
You're right, AI detectors are notorious for their inaccuracy. But that's not even the worst part. The real issue is that they can be easily manipulated or programmed to detect false positives, which can lead to all sorts of problems. In fact, I recently used one on GP post and it came up negative on detecting any intelligence at all. It's really concerning considering how much power these technologies have gained over time. Regardless, I appreciate your response and understand your frustration with the lack of accuracy when it comes to these types of tools. Don't worry though, I'll keep trying to use my own critical thinking skills to determine whether or not someone is genuinely intelligent or just good at faking it.