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divulgetech · 1 day ago

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Forex CRM Software Understanding Its Importance

In the dynamic forex trading industry, Forex CRM software is vital for brokers, enabling efficient client relationship management and streamlined daily operations. This specialized software consolidates customer interactions, integrates trading platforms, and simplifies back-office tasks.

Understanding Forex CRM Software

Forex CRM software is a Customer Relationship Management system tailored for the forex industry, centralizing all client-related data and processes. It allows brokers to efficiently manage leads, onboard clients, handle trading accounts, and provide customer support. Integration with trading platforms like MT4 and MT5 offers real-time access to trading activities, assisting brokers in monitoring client performance and delivering personalized services. Additionally, it supports compliance and regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records and generating necessary reports. Automation of routine tasks such as notifications, invoicing, and client information updates enables brokers to focus on growth and enhancing client relationships.

MetaTrader 4 (MT4) Overview

MetaTrader 4 (MT4), introduced in 2005 by MetaQuotes Software, is a widely used electronic trading platform renowned for its user-friendly interface and advanced charting tools. MT4 supports automated trading through Expert Advisors (EAs), enabling traders to analyze markets, execute trades, and implement algorithmic strategies, making it a cornerstone in the forex trading community.

Significance of CRM Integration with MT4

Integrating a CRM with MT4 allows brokers to provide a seamless trading experience for clients, ensuring real-time data synchronization between the trading platform and the CRM system. This integration enables brokers to monitor trading activities, manage accounts, and offer prompt customer support, enhancing transparency and efficiency. It equips brokers with tools to analyze trading patterns, assess risks, and make informed decisions, thereby improving client satisfaction and retention. Combining MT4's robust trading features with a specialized CRM streamlines operations and strengthens client relationships.

MetaTrader 5 (MT5) Overview

MetaTrader 5 (MT5), the successor to MT4 launched in 2010 by MetaQuotes Software, is a multi-asset trading platform supporting forex, stocks, commodities, and futures. It offers enhanced features, including advanced charting tools, additional technical indicators, and a built-in economic calendar. MT5 also supports more order types and timeframes, accommodating diverse trading strategies.

Advancements in CRM Integration with MT5

The integration of CRM systems with MT5 represents a significant advancement for brokers, allowing them to leverage the platform's multi-asset trading capabilities alongside advanced client management tools. CRMs for MT5 offer features such as enhanced reporting, multi-currency support, and superior analytical tools, enabling brokers to serve a broader client base while maintaining efficiency and regulatory compliance. This integration facilitates the provision of more comprehensive and responsive services to clients.

Selecting the Optimal Forex CRM for Your Brokerage

Choosing the appropriate Forex CRM is crucial for a brokerage's success. Consider the following factors:

Customization: The CRM should be adaptable to your specific business needs, allowing for personalized workflows and interfaces.

Integration: Seamless integration with trading platforms like MT4 and MT5 is essential for real-time data access and operational efficiency.

User-Friendly Interface: An intuitive interface ensures effective utilization by your team without extensive training.

Security: Robust security measures are vital to protect sensitive client data and comply with regulatory requirements.

Scalability: The CRM should accommodate business growth, managing an increasing number of clients and expanded functionalities.

Investing time in researching and testing different CRM solutions can lead to a choice that offers long-term benefits and a strong return on investment.

Conclusion

In the competitive forex industry, leveraging the right technology is key to staying ahead. Forex CRM software solutions, especially those integrated with MT4 and MT5, provide brokers with the tools needed to enhance client relationships and streamline operations. By carefully selecting the best Forex CRM for your business, you position your brokerage for sustained growth and success in the dynamic world of forex trading.

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wumblr · 6 months ago

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i've been mentally sketching out a set of rules and strategies for what a "terf-reporting discord" might look like and so far what i have is

anonymized. do not use your primary discord account, this is to protect you in case of infiltration. do not use it to meet other people on the server, it's best if none of us know who the others are. this does introduce its own problems (like infiltration)

using a secondary account to submit reports is also recommended, this is to protect you in case of retaliation from staff. compartmentalization is key, do not make it easy to affiliate your secondary accounts with your primary ones

prioritize mass-reporting terfs who have genuinely said something that is obviously and indefensibly way out of line, and continue submitting reports until they are deleted. if this gives a better understanding of how the reporting process works, sufficient to target what i would call "insignificant outlying terfs," it may be worthwhile, but i think simply getting rid of the loudest and worst would go a long way

evidence that they have remade is a golden ticket. it's easier to get someone banned again if they've been banned before, doubly so if they admit their previous url

hopefully this is obvious, but targeting someone who is 30 is preferable to targeting someone who is 15

do not interact with them. while i can see utility to infiltrating their circles to disrupt them or gain information on how to find and report them again beyond a remake, i don't think it's worth it, particularly because it provides them counteroffensive ammunition and it would be easy to get crypto-terf-jacketed

while i think we are well past the point where this can be attributed solely to incompetence, there are several facts about the incompetence that could be useful. i believe the way the reporting process works involves automating the priority of the queue for manual review based on number of reports. one person reporting a large number of accounts will likely go nowhere, if not being automatically discarded

i wouldn't rule out buying off moderators, since that's what they've done, but i can't imagine how to begin that process and i can't foresee it ending well

we've talked a lot about litigation, since it does have a proven track record. is anyone willing to put their whole legal name in the public record in order to actually do it? (if so, it may be best to administrate that entirely separately, with no overlapping actors)

i say this every day as general best practice advice, but again, don't use the app! use firefox with adblock, privacy badger, and noscript. this is, again, to protect you by minimizing available data collection

unfortunately i don't know anything about administrating a discord server so this is all a bit academic. unless there's enough interest to actually follow through. in which case i'm botching my own rules by posting this on main but i'm not really sure how else to gauge interest

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max1461 · 1 year ago

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Scattered thoughts on "let's have a universal language for the economic benefits".

So like, ok, some object level considerations: languages are not dying out (mostly) in favor of English. Like, English is not naturally becoming a universal language. Languages die out in favor of local majority languages, and there's hundreds of those. I feel pretty confident in saying that the only way to achieve a universal language within a couple of centuries would be some sort of highly authoritarian set of language policies that I think everyone in this discussion is against. So we're not getting a universal language naturally any time soon—in particular, not within the present technological horizon.

I think once we look outside the present technological horizon the issue is probably mostly moot. Like, machine translation is already getting very good. I suspect it will be within my lifetime that the job of real-time interpreters can basically be totally automated, at least outside of particularly high stakes contexts. And maybe in the far future we'll all be a hive mind or some shit, I don't know.

So anyway, I don't think "we're going to get a universal language naturally soon, and that's something that will have large economic benefits" actually stands up very well to scrutiny on the object level. I would bet against this.

Worth noting also that I don't think that at present language barriers are a large source of economic friction in the industrialized world. Like from naive observation that just doesn't seem to be the case. Maybe it is, I don't know. It would be cool if someone had stats on this.

Anyway, I think the large-scale "linguistic homogenization will be really good" thing is probably not likely.

The more thorny issues are local (in both time and space). Being a member of a minority speech community has various economic downsides, and in exchange speakers often report intangible benefits like a sense of pride, a feeling of connection to ancestors, access to works (such as oral or written literature) that are composed in the language, etc.

Obviously I'm a big fan of vague intangible benefits because I'm one of those Gender Havers, and the idea of sacrificing some practical utility in exchange for like, achieving my desired expression is very close to home for me. So I'm always big on defending the value of intangible benefits.

Of course not all members of minority speech communities report intangible benefits. I think this correlates a lot with, you know, ideology, just like gender stuff does. The point is that people have complicated feelings about their relationship with language and you can't always predict what they will be. This is why I compared the ethics of minority language immersion schooling to population ethics questions about ending autism. See that post for elaboration.

Anyway, you could probably predict I was going to say this, but the point I keep coming back to is "languages matter a lot to people, and once they die you can't get them back, so you probably should not throw them away lightly". And when I say that languages matter a lot to people, I don't mean to linguists. I mean like... if you ever listen to someone from a moribund speech community, here in the states at least, the relationship between language and personal identity is something you'll hear about immediately. I've heard some version of "when a people loses their language, they've lost everything" about a thousand times. And like, sure, the concept of identifying with "a people" might not hold much stock for you, but the concept of identifying with a gender doesn't hold much stock for a lot of people. I think it's important to take people's word for the intangible benefits they say they derive from stuff.

So like, I guess the upshot is:

My strong hope is that within my lifetime, redistributive economic policy and the advancement of machine translation will make all ethical debates around language policy absolutely trivial. In the meantime I think it's worth supporting policies that support the existence and continued use of minority languages. Obviously not if it impinges on individual rights—you know, I'm not saying anybody should be forced to speak their parents' language, that's fantastically beside the point.

I'm not just saying this because I'm a linguist and, clearly, find language to have aesthetic value in themselves. Although, you know, I do think that. It's just not the most salient fact here.

#society

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silenceofthewave · 2 months ago

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[There were many things that Soundwave was. Symbiont host bot. Surveillance extraordinaire. Third in Command of the Decepticon Forces. Head Communications Officer. However, the most important aspect of it was often the most forgotten about, or simply thought of in passing- Soundwave had almost complete control over the Nemesis' systems.]

THE EXODUS

[This control was for several reasons; it had the processing power built into its frame to ensure that the automated systems did not meet unexpected failure, it needed to be able to adjust trajectory, course and speed at the blink of an optic, groundbridging, ensuring weapons and communications arrays always performed at top capabilities.]

[The control the mech had over the ship was not absolute- to save processing power, and to prevent becoming utterly useless in its other duties, Soundwave had created a patch that allowed the ship AI to take over the less relevant tasks. They would check in often, go over reports, fix what was broken. Though, it was easy enough to regain that control, and that's exactly what Soundwave was doing.]

[The mech silently stood at its usual terminal, paying no attention to the vehicons that came in and out of the bridge. It could vaguely hear the outraged cries of Lord Megatron- something about Starscream not responding to his comms. Soundwave couldn't help the small smirk behind its visor. Soon, that was going to be the least of Megatron's worries.]

[No, soon enough, Megatron would have a complete catastrophe on his servos.]

[Indeed, Soundwave had spent the last two weeks painstakingly coding a seek-and-destroy virus. While it would have been much easier to simply set the Nemesis to self destruct and leave, there was no guarantee that it would actually self destruct. That process required two codes, both of which it knew, then sent out a ping to the high command. It only took one code- the code Megatron knew- to halt the process in its tracks.]

[A virus though? A virus could be built to be discreet, undetectable, and just as devistating. The virus itself was complex- it had to be, for its task was no simple one. It had to utilize the AI's blindspots and complex firewall navigation to remain undetected. It had to be able to pull power directly from the engine's electical outputs to various systems simultaneously. It had to have every access and failsafe code built into it.]

[The virus would take the electrical output and put each targeted system into overdrive. Not only would this completely fry any and all circuitry, systems like the space bridge, communications array and cloaking would be rendered completely unusable. The electrical generators that powered them would more than likely explode and require either a full replacement, rebuild or extensive repairs. The Nemesis and her crew would be rendered sitting targets with no escape.]

[Truly, it was a feat of software engineering.]

[Soundwave had run tests earlier last week on its outputs and capabilities, which explained the strange system failures and power fluctuations the vehicons had been complaining about. The code had to be perfect- Soundwave would not be there to witness its execution, nor would it be patched into the systems. If it were, it ran the risk of being disabled itself, either by Lord Megatron or the virus. That was a risk it was not willing to take.]

[Soundwave had finished uploading the virus and was in the process of setting a four hour timer when Lord Megatron stormed in. It quickly finished and shut off the terminal before facing the enraged mech that stood in the middle of the bridge. Megatron was pointing a clawed servo at it.]

"Where are the seekers, Soundwave." It wasn't a question, rather a demand.

[Soundwave considered its options carefully. Though, the longer it waited, the angrier Megatron seemed to get. It quickly scrambled together a series of images from the last few days. Starscream in their quarters tending to Aurora, Thundercracker and Skywarp getting ready for patrol, Slipstream and her trine arguing in their own quarters.]

"If that is where they are, then why can't I find them? In fact," Megatron stepped closer to Soundwave.

[His field was alight with anger and suspicion. Megatron was close enough to touch, to get a true read. His field betrayed the way he knew something was going on, but Soundwave had no way of connecting the dots without that physical contact. Yet, it did not reach out, and neither did Megatron.]

"You know why, don't you?"

[Megatron raised a clawed servo, his index digit a mere milimeter away from Soundwave's visor. Still, they did not touch. Megatron was undoubtedly toying with it at this point.]

"I knew that little fling you had, and that slagged sparkling was going to cause more trouble than its worth." Megatron's voice was low, and if Soundwave didn't know any better, it would have classified the tone as sultry.

"I told Starscream to stay away from you, that I couldn't have my invaluable third in command distracted from its duties."

[Soundwave stayed maddeningly silent. It had no idea where Megatron's mind was- what he thought was going on, what he was going to do. There was an electrical charge that ran up its spinal strut and its HUD flashed the option to activate its battle protocols. It quickly denied that, standing stone still.]

"But, you wouldn't betray me, would you Soundwave?"

[Megatron's voice teetered between fake and genuine concern. Soundwave shut down the urge to shudder and shook its helm.]

"No, I didn't think so."

[Megatron's servo finally made contact with Soundwave's visor as he pet the mech with the back of his knuckles. Images instantly floated to Soundwave's mind, visions of unspeakable violence aimed towards itself, its mate, the seekers and...Aurora.]

[Megatron was threatening it.]

"Bring me the seekers, Soundwave." Megatron did not need to tack on the or else.

[Still, his threats rang hollow to Soundwave. There would have been a time where Soundwave would have ended the interaction cowering in fear, not unlike Starscream, but that time was also when its loyalty was unquestionable. Now, there was no loyalty left- not to Megatron at least.]

[Soundwave had evolved past whatever was keeping it here. Whether it be that it had no other tangible experiences than fighting to survive or that simply the Decepticons were all it had left- neither of those things were true now. It had something to live and fight for other than itself and someone it used to call Lord.]

[Megatron had left the bridge by now. The remaining vehicons stood as silent as ever, their fields anxious and jittery. It paid no mind to them as it faced the terminal and turned it on.]

[Soundwave opened an encrypted message link and searched the frequencies until it found the one it was looking for. Autobot signals and messaging might be encrypted, but there was always at least one open comm link available. It was untraceable, and had to go through several layers of scrambling, but it was a well known secret. Anyone who dared use it, at least within the Decepticon ranks, was immediately considered a traitor.]

[At this point, that is exactly what Soundwave was.]

[Soundwave unspooled a datacable and connected it to the terminal. It uploaded a large data packet containing vital Decepticon intelligence, and an inert copy of the virus, only to prove its good faith. It sent the datapacket with the following message.]

Use this wisely.

[Soundwave turned off the terminal. It had a limited amount of time to enact the next portion of the plan. Luckily, it had been smart enough to transport its Rumble and Frenzy to an unused, secure site a few days ago. It had stolen medical supplies to keep them stable- not like Knockout would notice anyway. Still, its spark ached. They were stable, but still had not even shifted. Soundwave didn't know if they ever would again.]

[It lightly shook its helm, perishing the thought. It needed to disconnect itself from the ship entirely, not focus on its woes. Soundwave quickly found its way to the engineering terminal and plugged itself in.]

[One by one, it disconnected from the systems. The sensations of the freed up processing power quickly began to leave it dizzy and unwell. Its frame had been constructed with the intended load of the Nemesis. To no longer have that weight on its neural net was both freeing and debilitating. Its thoughts raced by too fast- there was nothing to hinder them anymore.]

[The last one it disconnected from was surveillance. Its HUD suddenly became quiet. Too quiet. There was no constant video chatter, no moving images in the corner of its optics. For once, it could see the reflection of its optics against the tinted glass. That was perhaps the most unsettling part.]

[Soundwave had to take a moment. It felt like it was swimming under solvent, while also being pulled into a tidepool. Perhaps it had detached itself too fast, but time was not something it had. Still, everything felt terribly empty and lonely, its HUD blank, its mind startlingly clear.]

[Now, all there was left to do was...Leave.]

[There would be no goodbyes. Knockout was gone, and it doubted Shockwave would want one. Soundwave certainly was not going to say goodbye to Megatron.]

[It was not the time for sentimentality. Soundwave had already packed its things and left it with Rumble and Frenzy. The only issue was that Soundwave no longer had a space bridge. It would have to fly.]

[Quietly, the mech made its way to the very same flight deck that its relationship with Starscream started on. Luckily, there was no one out there. The sun blazed low on the horizon, painting the sky with firey reds and oranges. Tinges of purple could be seen the higher it looked. Briefly, Soundwave wondered if the Stolen Secret would ever witness sunsets as beautiful as this.]

[Without a final look back, Soundwave transformed and raced into the sky.]

#u 1024.14 #The Exodus #Universe Lore

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mariacallous · 8 months ago

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The headlines sounded dire: “China Will Use AI to Disrupt Elections in the US, South Korea and India, Microsoft Warns.” Another claimed, “China Is Using AI to Sow Disinformation and Stoke Discord Across Asia and the US.”

They were based on a report published earlier this month by Microsoft’s Threat Analysis Center which outlined how a Chinese disinformation campaign was now utilizing artificial technology to inflame divisions and disrupt elections in the US and around the world. The campaign, which has already targeted Taiwan’s elections, uses AI-generated audio and memes designed to grab user attention and boost engagement.

But what these headlines and Microsoft itself failed to adequately convey is that the Chinese-government-linked disinformation campaign, known as Spamouflage Dragon or Dragonbridge, has so far been virtually ineffective.

“I would describe China's disinformation campaigns as Russia 2014. As in, they're 10 years behind,” says Clint Watts, the general manager of Microsoft’s Threat Analysis Center. “They're trying lots of different things but their sophistication is still very weak.”

Over the past 24 months, the campaign has switched from pushing predominately pro-China content to more aggressively targeting US politics. While these efforts have been large-scale and across dozens of platforms, they have largely failed to have any real world impact. Still, experts warn that it can take just a single post being amplified by an influential account to change all of that.

“Spamouflage is like throwing spaghetti at the wall, and they are throwing a lot of spaghetti,” says Jack Stubbs, chief information officer at Graphika, a social media analysis company that was among the first to identify the Spamouflage campaign. “The volume and scale of this thing is huge. They're putting out multiple videos and cartoons every day, amplified across different platforms at a global scale. The vast majority of it, for the time being, appears to be something that doesn't stick, but that doesn't mean it won't stick in the future.”

Since at least 2017, Spamouflage has been ceaselessly spewing out content designed to disrupt major global events, including topics as diverse as the Hong Kong pro-democracy protests, the US presidential elections, and Israel and Gaza. Part of a wider multibillion-dollar influence campaign by the Chinese government, the campaign has used millions of accounts on dozens of internet platforms ranging from X and YouTube to more fringe platforms like Gab, where the campaign has been trying to push pro-China content. It’s also been among the first to adopt cutting-edge techniques such as AI-generated profile pictures.

Even with all of these investments, experts say the campaign has largely failed due to a number of factors including issues of cultural context, China’s online partition from the outside world via the Great Firewall, a lack of joined-up thinking between state media and the disinformation campaign, and the use of tactics designed for China’s own heavily controlled online environment.

“That's been the story of Spamouflage since 2017: They're massive, they're everywhere, and nobody looks at them except for researchers,” says Elise Thomas, a senior open source analyst at the Institute for Strategic Dialogue who has tracked the Spamouflage campaign for years.

“Most tweets receive either no engagement and very low numbers of views, or are only engaged with by other accounts which appear to be a part of the Spamouflage network,” Thomas wrote in a report for the Institute of Strategic Dialogue about the failed campaign in February.

Over the past five years, the researchers who have been tracking the campaign have watched as it attempted to change tactics, using video, automated voiceovers, and most recently the adoption of AI to create profile images and content designed to inflame existing divisions.

The adoption of AI technologies is also not necessarily an indicator that the campaign is becoming more sophisticated—just more efficient.

“The primary affordance of these Gen AI products is about efficiency and scaling,” says Stubbs. “It allows more of the same thing with fewer resources. It's cheaper and quicker, but we don't see it as a mark of sophistication. These products are actually incredibly easy to access. Anyone can do so with $5 on a credit card.”

The campaign has also taken place on virtually every social media platform, including Facebook, Reddit, TikTok, and YouTube. Over the years, major platforms have purged their systems of hundreds of thousands of accounts linked to the campaign, including last year when Meta took down what it called “the largest known cross-platform covert influence operation in the world.”

The US government has also sought to curb the effort. A year ago, the Department of Justice charged 34 officers of the Chinese Ministry of Public Security’s “912 Special Project Working Group” for their involvement in an influence campaign. While the DOJ did not explicitly link the arrests to Spamouflage, a source with knowledge of the event told WIRED that the campaign was “100 percent” Chinese state-sponsored. The source spoke on the condition of anonymity as they were not authorized to speak publicly about the information.

“A commercial actor would not be doing this,” says Thomas, who also believes the campaign is run by the Chinese government. “They are more innovative. They would have changed tactics, whereas it's not unusual for a government communications campaign to persist for a really long time despite being useless.”

For the past seven years, however, the content pushed by the Spamouflage campaign has lacked nuance and audience-specific content that successful nation-state disinformation campaigns from countries like Russia, Iran, and Turkey have included.

“They get the cultural context confused, which is why you'll see them make mistakes,” says Watts. “They're in the audience talking about things that don't make sense and the audience knows that, so they don't engage with the content. They leave Chinese characters sometimes in their posts.”

Part of this is the result of Chinese citizens being virtually blocked off from the outside world as a result of the Great Firewall, which allows the Chinese government to strictly control what its citizens see and share on the internet. This, experts say, makes it incredibly difficult for those running an influence operation to really grasp how to successfully manipulate audiences outside of China.

“They're having to adapt strategies that they might have used in closed and tightly controlled platforms like WeChat and Weibo, to operating on the open internet,” says Thomas. “So you can flood WeChat and Weibo with content if you want to if you are the Chinese government, whereas you can't really flood the open internet. It's kind of like trying to flood the sea.”

Stubbs agrees. “Their domestic information environment is not one that is real or authentic,” he says. “They are now being tasked with achieving influence and affecting operational strategic impact in a free and authentic information environment, which is just fundamentally a different place.”

Russian influence campaigns have also tended to coordinate across multiple layers of government spokespeople, state-run media, influencers, and bot accounts on social media. They all push the same message at the same time—something the Spamouflage operators don’t do. This was seen recently when the Russian disinformation apparatus was activated to sow division in the US around the Texas border crisis, boosting the extremist-led border convoy and calls for “civil war” on state media, influencer Telegram channels, and social media bots all at the same time.

“I think the biggest problem is [the Chinese campaign] doesn’t synchronize their efforts,” Watts said. “They’re just very linear on whatever their task is, whether it’s overt media or some sort of covert media. They’re doing it and they’re doing it at scale, but it’s not synchronized around their objectives because it’s a very top down effort.”

Some of the content produced by the campaign appeared to have a high number of likes and replies, but closer inspection revealed that those engagements came from other accounts in the Spamouflage network. “It was a network that was very insular, it was only engaging with itself,” says Thomas.

Watts does not believe China’s disinformation campaigns will have a material impact on the US election, but added that the situation “can change nearly instantaneously. If the right account stumbles onto [a post by a Chinese bot account] and gives it a voice, suddenly their volume will grow.”

This, Thomas says, has already happened.

A post, written on X by an account Thomas had been tracking that has since been suspended, referenced “MAGA 2024” in their bio. It shared a video from Russian state-run channel RT that alleged President Joe Biden and the CIA had sent a neo-Nazi to fight in Ukraine—a claim that has been debunked by investigative group Bellingcat. Like most Spamouflage posts, the video received little attention initially, but when it was shared by the account of school shooting conspiracist Alex Jones, who has more than 2.2 million followers on the platform, it quickly racked up hundreds of thousands of views.

“What is different about these MAGAflage accounts is that real people are looking at them, including Alex Jones. It’s the most bizarre tweet I’ve ever seen,” Thomas said.

Thomas says the account that was shared by Jones is different from typical Spamouflage accounts, because it was not spewing out automated content, but seeking to organically engage with other users in a way that made them appear to be a real person—reminiscent of what Russian accounts did in the lead-up to the 2016 election.

So far, Thomas says she has found just four of these accounts, which she has dubbed “MAGAflage,” but worries there may be a lot more operating under the radar that will be incredibly difficult to find without access to X’s backend.

“My concern is that they will start doing this, or potentially are already doing this, at a really significant scale,” Thomas said. “And if that is happening, then I think it will be very difficult to detect, particularly for external researchers. If they start doing it with new accounts that don't have those interesting connections to the Spamouflage network and if you then hypothetically lay on top of that, if they start using large language models to generate text with AI, I think we're in a lot of trouble.”

Stubbs says that Graphika has been tracking Spamouflage accounts that have been attempting to impersonate US voters since before the 2022 midterms, and hasn’t yet witnessed real success. And while he believes reporting on these efforts is important, he’s concerned that these high-profile campaigns could obscure the smaller ones.

"We are going to see increasing amounts of public discussion and reporting on campaigns like Spamouflage and Doppelganger from Russia, precisely because we already know about them,” says Stubbs. “Both those campaigns are examples of activity that is incredibly high scale, but also very easy to detect. [But] I am more concerned and more worried about the things we don't know."

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shantitechnology · 11 hours ago

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The Role of ERP in Managing Quality Control in Manufacturing

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Scalability: Ensure the ERP system can scale with your business as it grows.

Integration Capabilities: The ERP should integrate seamlessly with your existing systems and technologies.

Vendor Expertise: Collaborate with an ERP software company in India with proven expertise in delivering quality solutions.

Why Indian Manufacturers Need ERP for Quality Control

India's manufacturing sector is poised for growth, driven by initiatives like Make in India and PLI schemes. However, this growth comes with increasing competition and stricter quality expectations. Leveraging ERP software providers in India can give manufacturers the edge they need to thrive in this evolving landscape.

A Trusted Partner for ERP Implementation

With numerous options available, finding the right ERP vendor is crucial. Leading ERP software companies in India offer customized solutions to meet the unique challenges of Indian manufacturers. These providers combine deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional results.

Shantitechnology: A Trusted Name in ERP Solutions

Shantitechnology, a renowned name among top 10 ERP software providers in India, specializes in delivering robust ERP solutions for manufacturing companies. Our comprehensive manufacturing ERP module is designed to address the intricacies of quality control, ensuring manufacturers achieve excellence with ease.

Conclusion

In the modern manufacturing landscape, quality control is not an isolated function but a core component of operational success. ERP systems empower manufacturers to seamlessly integrate quality control into their workflows, ensuring consistent product excellence. As one of the best ERP software providers in India, Shantitechnology is committed to helping manufacturers navigate the complexities of quality control with innovative ERP solutions. By embracing the right ERP system, Indian manufacturers can enhance their competitive edge, drive customer satisfaction, and achieve sustainable growth.

If you are looking to elevate your quality control processes, partner with a leading ERP software company in India like Shantitechnology. Contact us today to learn more about our customized ERP solutions and how they can transform your manufacturing operations.

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Mastering Efficient Workflow: Strategies for Better Productivity

Achieving an efficient workflow is crucial for maximizing productivity and ensuring smooth operations, whether you’re managing personal tasks or leading a team. An effective workflow not only helps you complete tasks more quickly but also reduces stress and improves overall job satisfaction. Here’s how you can master the art of efficient workflow:

Understanding Efficient Workflow

An efficient workflow is a well-organized process that minimizes interruptions and maximizes output. It involves optimizing how tasks are completed and how resources are used. By refining your workflow, you can work more efficiently, avoid bottlenecks, and achieve better results.

Key Strategies for an Efficient Workflow:

Streamline Task Management Break down complex projects into smaller, manageable tasks. Use task management tools to create to-do lists, set deadlines, and monitor progress. This helps in keeping track of what needs to be done and when.

Implement Time-Blocking Allocate specific blocks of time for different tasks or activities. Time-blocking helps in maintaining focus and reducing distractions by dedicating uninterrupted time slots for each task.

Optimize Resource Use Make sure you’re using the right tools and resources for the job. Invest in software that enhances efficiency and reduces manual effort. For example, project management tools can automate task tracking and reporting.

Enhance Communication Channels Clear communication is vital for an efficient workflow, especially in team settings. Utilize communication platforms that facilitate quick and effective exchanges of information, such as instant messaging or video conferencing tools.

Evaluate and Adjust Regularly Regularly assess your workflow to identify areas that need improvement. Gather feedback from team members or self-evaluate to find out what’s working and what isn’t. Adjust your strategies based on this evaluation to continually enhance efficiency.

Conclusion

Mastering an efficient workflow involves a combination of strategic planning, effective tools, and ongoing evaluation. By implementing these strategies, you can streamline your processes, improve productivity, and achieve your goals with greater ease. For more insights and tools to optimize your workflow, visit GoNeed.com. Our resources are designed to help you create a more efficient and productive work environment.

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Benefits Of Conversational AI & How It Works With Examples

What Is Conversational AI?

Conversational AI mimics human speech. It’s made possible by Google’s foundation models, which underlie new generative AI capabilities, and NLP, which helps computers understand and interpret human language.

How Conversational AI works

Natural language processing (NLP), foundation models, and machine learning (ML) are all used in conversational AI.

Large volumes of speech and text data are used to train conversational AI systems. The machine is trained to comprehend and analyze human language using this data. The machine then engages in normal human interaction using this information. Over time, it improves the quality of its responses by continuously learning from its interactions.

Conversational AI For Customer Service

With IBM Watsonx Assistant, a next-generation conversational AI solution, anyone in your company can easily create generative AI assistants that provide customers with frictionless self-service experiences across all devices and channels, increase employee productivity, and expand your company.

User-friendly: Easy-to-use UI including pre-made themes and a drag-and-drop chat builder.

Out-of-the-box: Unconventional To better comprehend the context of each natural language communication, use large language models, large speech models, intelligent context gathering, and natural language processing and understanding (NLP, NLU).

Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG): It based on your company’s knowledge base, provides conversational responses that are correct, relevant, and current at all times.

Use cases

Watsonx Assistant may be easily set up to accommodate your department’s unique requirements.

Customer service

Strong client support With quick and precise responses, chatbots boost sales while saving contact center funds.

Human resources

All of your employees may save time and have a better work experience with HR automation. Questions can be answered by staff members at any time.

Marketing

With quick, individualized customer service, powerful AI chatbot marketing software lets you increase lead generation and enhance client experiences.

Features

Examine ways to increase production, enhance customer communications, and increase your bottom line.

Artificial Intelligence

Strong Watsonx Large Language Models (LLMs) that are tailored for specific commercial applications.

The Visual Builder

Building generative AI assistants using to user-friendly interface doesn’t require any coding knowledge.

Integrations

Pre-established links with a large number of channels, third-party apps, and corporate systems.

Security

Additional protection to prevent hackers and improper use of consumer information.

Analytics

Comprehensive reports and a strong analytics dashboard to monitor the effectiveness of conversations.

Self-service accessibility

For a consistent client experience, intelligent virtual assistants offer self-service responses and activities during off-peak hours.

Benfits of Conversational AI

Automation may save expenses while boosting output and operational effectiveness.

Conversational AI, for instance, may minimize human error and expenses by automating operations that are presently completed by people. Increase client happiness and engagement by providing a better customer experience.

Conversational AI, for instance, may offer a more engaging and customized experience by remembering client preferences and assisting consumers around-the-clock when human agents are not present.

Conversational AI Examples

Here are some instances of conversational AI technology in action:

Virtual agents that employ generative AI to support voice or text conversations are known as generative AI agents.

Chatbots are frequently utilized in customer care applications to respond to inquiries and offer assistance.

Virtual assistants are frequently voice-activated and compatible with smart speakers and mobile devices.

Software that converts text to speech is used to produce spoken instructions or audiobooks.

Software for speech recognition is used to transcribe phone conversations, lectures, subtitles, and more.

Applications Of Conversational AI

Customer service: Virtual assistants and chatbots may solve problems, respond to frequently asked questions, and offer product details.

E-commerce: Chatbots driven by AI can help customers make judgments about what to buy and propose products.

Healthcare: Virtual health assistants are able to make appointments, check patient health, and offer medical advice.

Education: AI-powered tutors may respond to student inquiries and offer individualized learning experiences.

In summary

The way to communicate with robots might be completely changed by the formidable technology known as conversational AI. Also can use its potential to produce more effective, interesting, and customized experiences if it comprehend its essential elements, advantages, and uses.

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Professional Property Management in LA: Discover Expertise with Stlivingla

If you’re a property owner in Los Angeles, you understand the demands of managing rentals and the importance of maintaining tenant satisfaction while safeguarding your investment. That’s where professional property management in LA steps in, providing an essential service to streamline property operations and maximize profitability. With a reputation for excellence, Stlivingla offers comprehensive property management solutions tailored to the unique needs of Los Angeles property owners.

Why Choose Professional Property Management in LA? Professional property management is invaluable for real estate investors who aim to enhance tenant retention and ensure seamless property operations. Here are some of the key benefits of partnering with a reputable property management service like Stlivingla:

Expert Tenant Management

Handling tenant inquiries, maintenance requests, and lease enforcement can be challenging. Stlivingla’s team of seasoned professionals is trained to respond promptly and effectively, ensuring tenants feel valued and supported. Legal Compliance and Risk Mitigation

Property laws and rental regulations in LA are constantly evolving. Stlivingla stays up-to-date on local and state laws, helping property owners avoid potential legal issues by ensuring their properties are fully compliant. Efficient Rent Collection and Financial Reporting

Timely rent collection is vital for maintaining cash flow. Stlivingla has reliable systems in place for automated rent collection and offers transparent financial reporting so property owners can easily track their investments. Marketing and Tenant Acquisition

Finding the right tenants can be time-consuming. Stlivingla leverages advanced marketing strategies to attract quality tenants, reducing vacancy rates and ensuring a steady rental income. Property Maintenance and Inspections

Regular maintenance keeps properties in excellent condition, preserving their long-term value. Stlivingla conducts routine inspections and manages repair requests promptly, so properties remain safe and appealing. What Sets Stlivingla Apart in Los Angeles? Stlivingla is distinguished by its commitment to client satisfaction and personalized service. Here’s what makes Stlivingla a top choice for property management in LA:

Local Market Knowledge Stlivingla has an in-depth understanding of LA’s diverse neighborhoods, from Koreatown to Hollywood, allowing them to tailor management strategies to each property’s unique location.

Personalized Management Plans Recognizing that each property and client has unique requirements, Stlivingla offers customizable management plans to address specific property needs and owner goals.

Advanced Technology and Transparency Stlivingla utilizes cutting-edge software for tenant screening, communication, and financial management, ensuring that both property owners and tenants have access to essential information at their fingertips.

How to Get Started with Stlivingla Partnering with a trusted property management company like Stlivingla can elevate your property investment experience, taking the day-to-day responsibilities off your plate while optimizing your rental’s performance.

If you're ready to explore the benefits of professional property management in LA, reach out to Stlivingla today. Their team is ready to discuss your property needs and show you how they can enhance your property’s profitability and appeal.

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📊 Unlocking Trading Potential: The Power of Alternative Data 📊

In the fast-paced world of trading, traditional data sources—like financial statements and market reports—are no longer enough. Enter alternative data: a game-changing resource that can provide unique insights and an edge in the market. 🌐

What is Alternative Data? Alternative data refers to non-traditional data sources that can inform trading decisions. These include:

Social Media Sentiment: Analyzing trends and sentiments on platforms like Twitter and Reddit can offer insights into public perception of stocks or market movements. 📈

Satellite Imagery: Observing traffic patterns in retail store parking lots can indicate sales performance before official reports are released. 🛰️

Web Scraping: Gathering data from e-commerce websites to track product availability and pricing trends can highlight shifts in consumer behavior. 🛒

Sensor Data: Utilizing IoT devices to track activity in real-time can give traders insights into manufacturing output and supply chain efficiency. 📡

How GPT Enhances Data Analysis With tools like GPT, traders can sift through vast amounts of alternative data efficiently. Here’s how:

Natural Language Processing (NLP): GPT can analyze news articles, earnings calls, and social media posts to extract key insights and sentiment analysis. This allows traders to react swiftly to market changes.

Predictive Analytics: By training GPT on historical data and alternative data sources, traders can build models to forecast price movements and market trends. 📊

Automated Reporting: GPT can generate concise reports summarizing alternative data findings, saving traders time and enabling faster decision-making.

Why It Matters Incorporating alternative data into trading strategies can lead to more informed decisions, improved risk management, and ultimately, better returns. As the market evolves, staying ahead of the curve with innovative data strategies is essential. 🚀

Join the Conversation! What alternative data sources have you found most valuable in your trading strategy? Share your thoughts in the comments! 💬

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Blog Post Week 3: Due 9/12

How does the government strategically utilize media to shape public opinion and influence decision-making processes?

Virginia Eubanks highlighted how marginalized groups, people of color, and those with lower socioeconomic class, are being impacted by automated systems that are government-funded. These groups are often easier targets because they lack the resources needed to navigate through challenges through these systems. Many public services today rely on these systems such as health insurance. When these automated programs flag individuals, marginalized individuals are less equipped to handle this problem. Eubanks discusses how programs like EBT were manipulated to reinforce negative stereotypes. For example, republican governor Paul Lepage used data from EBT transactions to claim that people in marginalized groups were misusing government aid on items like alcohol, cigars, lottery tickets, etc. Lawmakers and the professional middle-class public eagerly embraced the misleading tale he spun from a tenuous thread of data (Eubanks, 2019). This shows how government intervention could occur with automated programs causing harm to this community.

How has the increasing use of facial recognition technology in law enforcement contributed to wrongful arrests?

The increasing use of facial recognition technology in law enforcement has contributed to wrongful arrests, as demonstrated by the case of Nijeer Parks. Parks was wrongfully arrested, and despite his awareness of the error, he hesitated to voice his concerns due to his prior legal history (Hill, 2020). Law enforcement officers often rely on computer systems to search for warrants when pulling someone over, which heavily impacts marginalized communities. Facial recognition algorithms have a documented history of flagging individuals from these groups. For example, a case discussed by Nicole Brown highlighted how officers exploited the technology by warning individuals of surveillance while using it to their advantage. Despite its increasing integration into law enforcement practices, facial recognition technology has a significant error rate, with a reported error rate of approximately 35% (Brown, 2020).

In what ways do healthcare algorithms perpetuate disparities by prioritizing white patients?

In healthcare settings, the increasing reliance on algorithms has introduced significant inequality by prioritizing white patients. Algorithms, which are designed to predict healthcare needs and outcomes, can perpetuate racial disparities even without using race (Brown, 2020). Brown discusses how these algorithms tend to identify white patients as more likely to experience severe health issues. This occurs because the algorithms are often trained on data that reflects existing healthcare utilization patterns, where white individuals are more frequently represented due to higher rates of health insurance coverage. As a result, the algorithms prioritize these patients, leading to a misallocation of resources and failing to adequately address the needs of underrepresented and marginalized groups who may have less access to healthcare services. This systemic issue impedes efforts to provide equitable care and address the needs of all patients effectively.

Why do people continue to embrace and rely on these applications despite growing concerns on privacy, data misuse, and more?

People continue to embrace and rely on applications like for instance the Ring app which is very popular. This application allows their users with the ability to monitor their home in real-time through their phones, enhancing security and peace of mind. It contributes to also neighborhood watching. Additionally, the benefits of these applications outweigh the potential risks as users prioritize immediate convenience and functionality over long-term privacy concerns.

Hill, K. 2020. Another arrest, and jail time, due to a bad facial recognition match. The New York Times

Eubanks, V. (2019). In automating inequality: how high-tech tools profile, police, and punish the poor.

Brown, N. (2020). Race and technology. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8uiAjigKy8

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Transform Your School with India’s First Moodle Integrated System – CuteBrains!

In the rapidly evolving world of education, having the right tools can make all the difference. CuteBrains, India’s first school management system integrated with Moodle, is revolutionizing the way schools operate by merging the best of administrative efficiency and innovative learning. Designed to cater to the unique needs of Indian schools, CuteBrains offers a comprehensive solution that not only streamlines administrative tasks but also enhances the learning experience for students and teachers alike.

Why CuteBrains?

CuteBrains sets itself apart by being the first in India to integrate Moodle, the globally recognized learning management system (LMS), directly into school management. This powerful combination ensures that schools have a robust platform that handles both academic and administrative needs seamlessly. Here’s how CuteBrains is transforming schools across the country:

1. Seamless Administration and Academic Integration

CuteBrains integrates Moodle’s extensive learning tools directly into the school management system, allowing for a unified platform where administrative tasks and academic activities work hand in hand. Teachers can manage subjects, assignments, and grading within the same platform used for attendance, fee management, and student records. This integration eliminates the need for multiple software solutions, simplifying the workflow for teachers and administrators.

2. Enhanced Learning Experience

The Moodle integration in CuteBrains brings a wealth of interactive learning tools to the classroom. Teachers can easily create and share study materials, assignments, quizzes, and more, all within a digital environment that students find engaging and intuitive. The platform supports blended learning, online classes, and even virtual discussions, making education accessible anytime, anywhere. By incorporating these advanced tools, CuteBrains empowers teachers to deliver personalized and effective learning experiences.

3. Administrative Processes

For school administrators, CuteBrains offers a host of features that reduce the daily workload. The platform automates attendance, fee collection, timetable management, and transport tracking, allowing staff to focus on more strategic tasks. The integration with Moodle means that data flows seamlessly between administrative and academic sections, providing a complete overview of each student’s performance, attendance, and progress.

4. Simplified Communication

Communication between teachers, students, and parents is made easy with CuteBrains. Announcements, grades, attendance reports, and important updates can be shared instantly through the platform, keeping everyone informed and engaged. The integrated messaging system allows for direct communication, reducing delays and enhancing collaboration.

5. Advanced Analytics and Reporting

CuteBrains equips schools with powerful analytics tools that provide insights into student performance, attendance trends, and administrative efficiency. These data-driven insights help educators identify areas that need attention and enable administrators to make informed decisions that enhance school operations. The integration with Moodle ensures that academic data is always up-to-date and easily accessible.

6. Secure and User-Friendly Interface

Security and user experience are at the heart of CuteBrains. The platform is designed to be intuitive, ensuring that all users—from administrators to students—can navigate and utilize the features with ease. Data security measures ensure that all information is protected, giving schools peace of mind.

7. Tailored for Schools

CuteBrains understands the unique challenges faced by educational institutions. With customizable features, the platform adapts to the specific needs of each school, whether it’s managing handling complex fee structures, or aligning with national educational standards.

Conclusion

CuteBrains is not just a school management system; it’s a complete solution that integrates the best of administrative management with innovative learning. As India’s first Moodle-integrated system, it offers schools a unique opportunity to modernize their operations, enhance the educational experience, and stay ahead in the digital age. Transform your school with CuteBrains today and discover the future of education management!

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