John Niven
johnniven.bsky.social
John Niven
@johnniven.bsky.social
Data guy, lapsed physicist, bike rider, dad.

Probably not the John Niven you’re looking for.

Dartmouth, NS
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To the sudden influx of followers thinking I am a well-known Scottish author: you’re looking for @nivenj1.bsky.social.

I am a boring Canadian guy and only 1/4 Scottish (the good 1/4).
To the sudden influx of followers thinking I am a well-known Scottish author: you’re looking for @nivenj1.bsky.social.

I am a boring Canadian guy and only 1/4 Scottish (the good 1/4).
November 14, 2024 at 8:12 PM
Reposted by John Niven
Except for the fact that they require a license from the state to operate, a loan from a major financial institution to purchase, insurance to shield users from the cost of their harms, and can be used to collect and share driver data without their full consent, cars represent freedom, baby!
Automakers Are Sharing Consumers’ Driving Behavior With Insurance Companies
LexisNexis, which generates consumer risk profiles for the insurers, knew about every trip G.M. drivers had taken in their cars, including when they sped, braked too hard or accelerated rapidly.
www.nytimes.com
March 11, 2024 at 7:11 PM
Reposted by John Niven
Excellent summary of my paper by a Canadian motorsports company ⬇️

www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpuX...
The Grille Trend that Kills 509 People per Year
Like Airbnb...but for motorcycles. Rent a motorcycle affordably on your travels or make passive income renting yours out through Riders Share : https://www.r...
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March 6, 2024 at 9:52 PM