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Facebook fell victim to an unfortunate amount of spam, filling many people’s newsfeeds with pornographic and violent images. Once clicked on, the images would post on that users wall, creating a chain reaction that went on for nearly 48 hours. Always be weary of what you click on. In other news, a study by the Pew Research Center found that two-thirds of online adults use social media. But, it’s not the technology or networking that we’re so drawn to, it’s our friends. 67% of people use social networks to strengthen relationships they already have. And finally, researchers at MIT have created a computer chip that mimics the way our brain thinks. The processors operate using analog functions, just like the brain, but are capable of simulating the thought process faster than any human could. Analog processing makes artificial intelligence possible.
About Shelly Palmer
Shelly Palmer is the Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and CEO of The Palmer Group, a consulting practice that helps Fortune 500 companies with AI strategy, implementation and governance, as well as technology, media and marketing. Named one of LinkedIn’s Top Voices in Technology, he is a bestselling author, covers tech and business for Fox 5’s Good Day New York, is a regular commentator on CNN, and writes the popular daily business blog Think About This. Follow @shellypalmer or visit shellypalmer.com.