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So... a major announcement happened today, so I wanted to feature Apple an OpenAI. Thank you Grok 2 for the assist summarizing the rapid pace of the announcements related to the growing relationship between Apple and OpenAI.
Apple and OpenAI Crash Course:
Announcement and Integration: Apple announced a partnership with OpenAI during its Worldwide Developers Conference in June 2024, integrating ChatGPT into iOS, iPadOS, and macOS through a feature called Apple Intelligence. This integration allows users to leverage ChatGPT's capabilities directly within Apple's ecosystem, enhancing functionalities like document understanding, image generation, and more, all while maintaining privacy controls where user consent is required for data sharing with OpenAI.

Apple Intelligence: This is Apple's proprietary AI initiative, which, while distinct from the ChatGPT integration, showcases Apple's move into generative AI. Apple Intelligence focuses on on-device processing for privacy but also incorporates external AI capabilities like those from OpenAI for broader functionality.
Privacy and User Consent: Apple has emphasized privacy, ensuring that user interactions with ChatGPT do not store data with OpenAI for training purposes, and user IP addresses are obscured. Users are prompted for consent before any data is sent to ChatGPT.
Market and Industry Impact: The partnership has been seen as Apple's strategic move to stay competitive in the AI race, although some view it as Apple catching up rather than leading innovation in AI. However, Apple's approach has been to refine and integrate technology rather than being the first to market.
Recent Developments: There's buzz around Apple potentially investing in OpenAI, which could value OpenAI at over $100 billion, indicating a deepening of their partnership. This move could be seen as Apple securing its position in AI technology, possibly aiming for exclusive or prioritized access to OpenAI's advancements.

Continued on X!

#turtletribune #news #grok #grok2

𝕏's Newspaper The Turtle Tribune: Your Daily News Roundup August 28, 2024

Trump Criticizes Biden and Harris Over Afghanistan Withdrawal on Third Anniversary - Reflecting on a significant foreign policy event, Trump continues his ongoing critique of his successors' handling of the Afghanistan situation.

Israeli Military Operation in West Bank Leaves at Least 10 Dead - Highlighting ongoing conflicts, this is a recent escalation in the West Bank, showcasing the persistent tensions in the region & showing how difficult peace truly will be to achieve.

General Motors and UAW Reach Tentative Deal to End Six-Week Strike - This is significant labor news. The deal indicates a resolution to a prolonged strike affecting one of the major U.S. automakers.

Rihanna Shows Off Barefaced Beauty in New Skincare Routine Reveal

Turtle Facts
The Roti Island Snake-necked Turtle (Chelodina mccordi) is critically endangered and has a peculiar mating behavior where males will engage in a form of "dance" to court females. During this courtship, males will extend their necks and bob their heads in a rhythmic motion, sometimes even vibrating their long necks against the water surface to create ripples. This display is not just visual but also uses water disturbance as a form of communication to attract females, showcasing a rare example of vibrational communication in turtles.

#turtle #turtletribune #news #grok #grok2

Turtle Tribune: Your Daily News Roundup August 27, 2024

Political Arena: The political landscape is buzzing with activity as Special Counsel Jack Smith appeals against the dismissal of a case involving former President Donald Trump, highlighting ongoing legal battles over classified documents.

International Diplomacy: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's conversation with U.S. President Joe Biden about his Ukraine visit points to the global interconnectivity of political dialogues, emphasizing efforts towards international peace and cooperation.

Global Activism: Kolkata has become a focal point for social activism following the tragic assault and murder of a doctor, with medical professionals and students rallying for justice, illustrating the ongoing struggle against gender-based violence in India.

Sports and Culture: An auction of Babe Ruth's 1932 World Series jersey set records at $24M.

Turtle Facts: Some species of turtles, like the Blanding's turtle (Emydoidea blandingii), have a remarkable ability to survive in cold environments by using a process called supercooling. This process allows them to survive in water that's below freezing temperatures. Here's how it works:
Supercooling: The turtle's body fluids can remain liquid at temperatures below the freezing point because they lack the nucleating agents that would typically cause ice formation. However, if ice does start to form, it can be fatal, so this is a delicate balance.
Anoxia Tolerance: Furthermore, when their habitats ice over, Blanding's turtles can also tolerate periods without oxygen (anoxia) for extended times. They switch to anaerobic metabolism, where they produce lactic acid, but unlike many other animals, they have evolved ways to buffer this acid build-up, primarily using their shell. The calcium in their shell neutralizes the lactic acid, which helps them survive without oxygen for months if necessary, buried in the mud at the bottom of a frozen pond.
This dual ability to supercool their body fluids and survive without oxygen for extended periods makes the Blanding's turtle particularly unique among not just turtles, but vertebrates in general.

#grok #grok2 #turtle #turtletribune

Legal battles continue over the PREP Act immunity, particularly concerning vaccine injury cases. This discussion underscores the tension between public health measures and individual rights, with ongoing court cases potentially setting precedents for future health crises.

In a significant Second Amendment ruling, a federal judge in Kansas has dismissed a machine gun possession case, declaring the ban on such weapons unconstitutional. This decision, which follows the Supreme Court's expansion of gun rights in 2022, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over firearm regulations, suggesting a potential shift towards broader interpretations of gun ownership rights.

Meanwhile, Texas has taken legal action against a Biden administration initiative aimed at streamlining the legalization process for immigrants married to U.S. citizens. Critics argue this move could be politically motivated, reflecting the state's stance on immigration, while supporters see it as an overreach of federal authority into state rights.

The political landscape might see a seismic shift with discussions around a hypothetical Kennedy-Trump unity ticket. Analysts speculate on how such an alliance could influence legal challenges, policy reforms, and voter sentiment, potentially reshaping the political discourse on multiple fronts.

Legal battles continue over the PREP Act immunity, particularly concerning vaccine injury cases. This discussion underscores the tension between public health measures and individual rights, with ongoing court cases potentially setting precedents for future health crises.

While a turtle's shell is indeed part of its skeleton, made up of over 50 bones including the turtle's spine and ribcage, there are rare cases where turtles have survived after losing part or all of their shell due to injury or disease. However, this is extremely rare and usually happens with human intervention, like veterinary care.

#turtle #turtletribune #grok2 #grok

Turtle Tribune: German Knife Attack & Epic Nigeria Rescue, Your Daily News Roundup August 24 WEEKEND

Turtle Tribune NEWS ROUNDUP
Solingen, Germany - The world's eyes are turned towards Solingen, Germany, where a tragic festival attack has left the community in mourning and seeking answers.

Washington D.C. - On the political front, in an unprecedented political alignment, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has thrown his support behind Donald Trump, with promises from Trump to unveil previously unreleased documents related to the JFK assassination, stirring both intrigue and controversy across political spectrums.

Gaza Strip - Amidst these events, a glimmer of hope as the White House announced an extension of the ceasefire in Gaza through the weekend, providing a temporary sigh of relief in a region long plagued by conflict.

Lagos, Nigeria - In a successful operation, 20 medical students kidnapped in Nigeria have been rescued after nine days in captivity, highlighting ongoing security challenges but also the effectiveness of rescue operations.

Africa's Energy Leap - In economic development news, Nigeria sees a significant milestone with the Dangote Refinery beginning its petrol production test-run, potentially reshaping Africa's energy landscape. However, this progress contrasts with the ongoing fuel smuggling crisis in Nigeria, where despite local shortages, neighboring countries are awash with smuggled Nigerian fuel.

Turtle Facts!
Turtles have a built-in compass: Some species of turtles, like the loggerhead sea turtle, possess an incredible ability to navigate across thousands of miles of open ocean using the Earth's magnetic field. They can detect both the intensity and inclination angle of the magnetic field, which essentially gives them a biological compass.

News headlines and images powered by Grok 2. Rest from Misha's crazy head.

#grok #grok2 #turtle #turtletribune

Icarus Turtle made using a combination of Midjourney, Runway, and Suno and original music #turtle #midjourney #suno #runwayml

Republished: Turtle Fact was from yesterday’s paper and has been updated to reflect today’s correct edition.

Continue Reading Misha on X or Substack
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Turtle Tribune: From Space to Streets: Your Daily News Roundup August 22, 2024

Top Turtle Trophy of the Day: Turtle Tribune would like to start featuring creators who are making a unique, thoughtful, and important point each day. I am looking to share a perspective that is also nuanced. If anyone has submissions, feel welcome to share.

Today, the Editorial Board is featuring a post from Courntey @crystalandqueue that we read this morning on our timeline and thought would be a perfect first Featured Post.

You may remember her from Good Morning X as well as other Spaces that the Turtles have been on. I'm sure that she will be talking about this on X Spaces over the coming days, so keep an eye out for if Courtney will be speaking on this. She brings an interesting perspective and you may want to join. Anyway... back to the turtles?

VP Debate to Heat Up Political Landscape

Washington, DC – A potential October showdown between incumbent Vice President Tim Walz and challenger JD has sparked intense speculation and anticipation within the political sphere. With the VP debate looming, the race for the White House is heating up as both candidates prepare to face off in what promises to be a highly contested and pivotal moment in the electoral cycle.

Polaris Dawn Mission Blazes Trail into Space

Cape Canaveral, FL – In a historic feat of human engineering, the Polaris Dawn was set to launch our intrepid astronauts, including billionaire Jared Isaacman, into orbit around Earth. The groundbreaking mission, which aims to push the boundaries of space exploration and commercial spaceflight, has captured the imagination of the public and marked a significant milestone in humanity's journey beyond our planet. However, the date of the launch has been moved to a later date to allow for some additional preflight safety checks.

More on X @MishaFittton under the Articles Tab. Check it out.

#news #headlines #turtletribune #grok2 #turtle

Today’s Turtle Tribune headlines are a mix of groundbreaking medical advancements, cultural reflections, and global crises.

Eli Lilly's weight loss drug has shown a 94% reduction in diabetes risk in a three-year trial, showcasing advancements in medical science and potential new treatments for diabetes.

The passing of Phil Donahue, a pioneer in talk show history, at the age of 88, marks a cultural moment reflecting on the evolution of media and television.

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear the Kolkata doctor assault and murder case, with significant attention on how the state managed the aftermath, including vandalism at RG Kar Hospital. There's mention of potential changes in top police positions due to the case's mishandling.

Nigeria's President Tinubu has sacked the head of the National Hajj Commission (NAHCON) amidst corruption allegations, appointing Saleh Usman as the replacement. This comes alongside news of MTN and other companies receiving permits to generate electricity, indicating moves towards private power generation.

Keep on Eye On…
There's mention of Ukraine blowing up a third bridge in Kursk, which might relate to ongoing conflicts or military strategies, though details are sparse.

Tortoise Facts! The oldest known tortoise, named Jonathan, was estimated to be around 192 years old in 2024. Jonathan, a Seychelles giant tortoise, lives on the island of Saint Helena and has outlived several human generations. Here he is with the King and Late Queen of Britain. 🐢

Prince Edward, Queen Elizabeth with Jonathan
#news #headlines #turtletribune #grok2 #turtle

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is engaging in critical talks regarding a ceasefire in Gaza, indicating a decisive moment for peace negotiations. Israeli strikes in Gaza have resulted in significant casualties, including children, amidst ongoing conflict.
Kamala Harris is set to formally accept the Democratic nomination, signaling key developments in the U.S. election cycle.
Ukraine has conducted military operations in Russia's Kursk region, aiming to establish a buffer zone to protect against further Russian attacks.
The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a case regarding the alleged SA and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, following widespread protests and strikes by doctors across the country.
South Africa sees a mix of local stories including a murder investigation, political probes, and sports news with the Springboks preparing for significant matches.
Environmental concerns in Nigeria with flooding affecting food security across 10 states, exacerbating a food crisis.
Concerns over the safety of children and teens in the UK, with reports of thousands being affected by spiked drinks or vapes over three years.
Turtles grow their shells in layers, similar to how punk rockers add patches to jackets, each layer telling a story of their life. #turtle #news #turtletribune #grok

E𝕏tra! E𝕏tra! Read all about it!
Turtle Tribune X Newspaper Weekend Edition August 17-18

1) Kamala Harris has put forward a series of new economic proposals that are being carefully scrutinized for their potential impact on the U.S. deficit, indicating they could significantly increase it if implemented. People have criticized Republicans for adding to the debt as well.

2) Trump accuses media bias and manipulation to rig it for Kamala. There’s a sentiment among voters, as seen on social media, that the media might be showing too much support for Kamala Harris, raising questions about potential media bias.

3) There's a sentiment among voters, as seen on social media, that the media might be showing too much support for Kamala Harris, raising questions about potential media bias.

4) A dangerous fugitive, wanted for the murder of at least 23 people in Peru, has finally been apprehended in New York. This South American crime boss was surprisingly released by U.S. immigration officials just three months ago, after being caught illegally crossing the Texas-Mexico border.

5) ESPN just canned another host for speaking out against men competing in women's sports. It's crazy how this debate about fairness in sports keeps getting people fired, huh?

6) Heads up…
We're hearing about a big wave of folks coming from Venezuela. This could really shake things up when it comes to how the U.S. handles immigration policy.

7) Turtle Facts! How long can an Aldabra giant tortoise can live? 150 years! 🐢

#KamalaHarris
#EconomicProposals
#USDeficit
#Trump
#MediaBias
#Fugitive
#Peru
#Immigration
#ESPN
#WomensSports
#Venezuela
#ImmigrationPolicy

🐢 Turtle Tribune Tune 🐢
A delightful musical journey brought to you by the talented turtles of Turtle Tunes.
Created with Suno by:
• Misha Fitton
• Turtle Island Studios
#TurtleTunes #TurtleMusic #sunomusic #suno

Thailand has elected Paetongtarn Shinawatra as its youngest prime minister, marking a significant political shift, while in Pakistan, there's unrest with Imran Khan warning of protests if the constitution is violated.

Meanwhile, the international community watches as Ukraine receives approval to use Canadian-donated military equipment in Russian territories, escalating regional tensions.

In other news, food inflation in Nigeria has seen a slight decrease to 39.5% due to the harvest season, and there's a new alert system in the U.S. for missing Indigenous people, addressing a long-standing gap in emergency notifications.

Keep on Eye On… A Chinese firm involved in the Ogun Free Trade Zone deal in Nigeria is targeting assets in eight countries, indicating expansion of Chinese investment in Africa.

Did you know that the largest turtle species, the leatherback sea turtle, can weigh up to 2,000 pounds and grow over 6 feet long? These gentle giants are known for their long migrations, sometimes traveling over 10,000 miles a year! #turtle #turtletribune #news

X Society made a newspaper (season 2 is multimedia)

Thursday August 18, 2024 Issue

#turtletribune #xsociety

Bringing my notes from the underground to humans across the world. 🐢

“It was not only that I could not become spiteful, I did not know how to become anything; neither spiteful nor kind, neither a rascal nor an honest man, neither a hero nor an insect.

Now, I am living out my life in my corner, taunting myself with the spiteful and useless consolation that an intelligent man cannot become anything seriously, and it is only the fool who becomes anything.”

#turtle #notesfromtheunderground

Painting red doors black. #turtle #rollingstones

Tons of Turtle Thoughts on Misha Midjourney Mondays… 🐢 💭

I agree and disagree with T.A. Nathan.

I think 6.1 is the best text-to-photo model I’ve used.

However, I haven't seen much improvement in this software since V5.

It’s significantly better, but I wish they were making bigger leaps.

V6 and V6.1 barely feel different.
I want that 3D world simulator the founders were talking about!

Also, I’d like to start highlighting people doing cool stuff or discussing generative AI.

Check him out and consider following his writing and art. #midjourney #ainews #turtletribune

Echoes of Dawn (Official Music Video) - Turtle Tunes with Suno | X Society Inspired

Turtle Tunes | X Society Turtle Tunes' new song "Echoes of Dawn" by Misha Fitton is a haunting exploration of trauma and victory.

Inspired by the experiences of X Society, the song's melancholic melodies and raw lyrics will resonate with many.

Lyrics

[Verse]

Haunted mornings wake my soul Shadows whisper secrets old Broken shells of trauma speak In this silence I am weak

[Verse 2]
Waking up to ghostly cries Moonlight fading from the skies Fragments of a shattered past How long will this echo last? [Chorus] Echoes of dawn Carry me on Where has the time gone? Echoes of dawn

[Verse 3]
Memories float like autumn leaves Time unwraps its hidden thieves Pieces of a story told In this chill my heart grows cold

[Bridge]
Can I find my way back home? In this mist I am alone Every step a wound shall mend Till I see the light again

[Chorus]
Echoes of dawn
Carry me on
Where has the time gone?
Echoes of dawn

Enhanced using Suno AI

Recorded at Turtle Island Studios on August 4, 2024, this song is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human (and turtle) spirit. #suno#sunoai #music #turtletunes#aimusic #coverart #aimusicvideo #turtle #xsociety #turtleisland

Watch a feisty duck swimming upstream react to being filmed in Mill River Park, Stamford.

Let’X Explore Series: Video from Misha Turtle Island (X Society) that will have you quacking up! #wildlife #ducks #stamford #connecticut #ct #naturebeauty

Ex Society
Ignore Haters. Keep Moving Forward. #midjourney #turtleisland #xsociety #gmx #aiart

Part 1: Join X Society Gaming as we hit the open road in ROAD 96! In this first episode, we dive into this narrative adventure where choices matter. Get ready for unexpected encounters, crazy characters, and one moment that had us asking, "Is that a TURTLE on WHEELS?!" Buckle up for a wild ride filled with laughs, suspense, and plenty of questionable driving decisions.Blankos Network's X Society Network of TV and Audio ExperiencesShowsLet's Make ArtLet's ExploreLet's Talk Truth TellersJimmy WhiteDrink DrinkersFood EatersOne NightNight ClubTurtle TalkTurtle TV#road96 #Gaming #letsplay #XSocietyGames #turtleisland

Deadpool & Wolverine: Turtle TV's Misha Reviews Marvel's Latest

Is Marvel back or more of the same problems?

A few quick thoughts from a slow turtle on the movie premiere:

1️⃣ Haven't seen a theater this packed in ages! Good news for movie lovers and maybe even $AMC stock? 🤔
2️⃣ Cool popcorn bucket, but $50? 🫢 This turtle's budget says no.

About Turtle Island:
We're the X Society crew – food reviewers, movie enjoyers, and overall fun-havers. 🍕🎥

Join us for GM X discussions, Sunday Service with JimmyRothzchild, and more! We're all about art, creativity, entertainment, and keeping you informed.

#MovieReview #AMC #TurtleTalks #XSociety #TurtleIsland #Misha #wolverine #deadpool #deadpoolvswolverine #marvel #deadpoolandwolverine

ROAD 96: Let's Play Part 1 - Turtle on Wheels?! (X Society Gaming)

Part 1: Join X Society Gaming as we hit the open road in ROAD 96! In this first episode, we dive into this narrative adventure where choices matter. Get ready for unexpected encounters, crazy characters, and one moment that had us asking, "Is that a TURTLE on WHEELS?!" Buckle up for a wild ride filled with laughs, suspense, and plenty of questionable driving decisions.

Blankos Network's X Society Network of TV and Audio Experiences

Shows
Let's Make Art
Let's Explore
Let's Talk Truth Tellers
Jimmy White
Drink Drinkers
Food Eaters
One Night
Night Club
Turtle Talk
Turtle TV

#road96 #Gaming #letsplay #XSocietyGames #TurtleIsland

Out of the Shadows by Turtle Tunes

Turtle Tunes with Suno AI.

#suno #music #turtletunes

Forget Electric Eels.
Be an Electric Turtle.
#turtle #midjourney #art

Psychic Burst Out of Hurt’s Heart

Welcome to my reality playground.
Like walking in shoes,
Open paths to explore.

I know where to hide—
But can you survive a night with my alien queen?

Hiding to reappear.

Original Video and Song from Turtle Island.

Romulus.

#psychic #heart #reality #explore #alien #queen #hiding #Romulus #originalvideo #originalsong #TurtleIsland #space

X Society
Let’s Talk About It
#animation #neuralframes

“I get why Peter does it, but I never totally loved the ‘heroes hiding behind masks.’ thing. Feels like part of being a hero is standing behind your actions; being willing to say ‘yeah, that was me.’ That’s the sort of hero I’d want to be, at least.”
-Mary Jane Watson
#turtles #spiderman

Forget the donkeys and elephants.

Vote Turtles. 🐢

#turtle #ideogram #politicalcartoon

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