Nanjala
@nanjala.bsky.social
Writer. Reader. Traveller. Tea connoisseur.
Reposted by Nanjala
When Musk said the "cumulative sum of human knowledge has been exhausted" for training AI, what he was really saying is that he would not pay for digitisation, and had reached the limits of useful data he could scrape for free. The GenAI house is built on sand.
Right, another key thing that historians do is working with important records that have not been digitized.
And the vast majority of the world’s records *have not been digitized* and thus do not exist in any format that LLMs/AI can work with.
And the vast majority of the world’s records *have not been digitized* and thus do not exist in any format that LLMs/AI can work with.
it's literally impossible for an LLM to do a historian's job
it's not even LLMs sucking it's that they need data input to do anything and where's that data supposed to be coming from without historians
never met a computer that can dig through a thousand year old book in a library
it's not even LLMs sucking it's that they need data input to do anything and where's that data supposed to be coming from without historians
never met a computer that can dig through a thousand year old book in a library
February 12, 2026 at 9:15 AM
When Musk said the "cumulative sum of human knowledge has been exhausted" for training AI, what he was really saying is that he would not pay for digitisation, and had reached the limits of useful data he could scrape for free. The GenAI house is built on sand.
The draft folder is here! Finally!
February 12, 2026 at 9:18 PM
The draft folder is here! Finally!
😐
The Republican Party targeted Barack Obama for years because he admitted that he smoked marijuana when he was younger.
The Republican Party targeted Barack Obama for years because he admitted that he smoked marijuana when he was younger.
RFK Jr: I'm not scared of a germ. I used to snort cocaine off of toilet seats.
February 12, 2026 at 9:17 PM
😐
The Republican Party targeted Barack Obama for years because he admitted that he smoked marijuana when he was younger.
The Republican Party targeted Barack Obama for years because he admitted that he smoked marijuana when he was younger.
I never joined the bar in the US so maybe I’m missing something but isn’t the bar association obligated to penalise Pam Bondi for perjury?
February 12, 2026 at 6:23 PM
I never joined the bar in the US so maybe I’m missing something but isn’t the bar association obligated to penalise Pam Bondi for perjury?
I know we’re mad at her so please forgive me but I do think it’s cool that Stewie was in mom mode during her post game interview. #Unrivaled and AU do a much better job of showcasing the fact that motherhood is not incompatible with being a top tier athlete.
February 12, 2026 at 5:23 PM
I know we’re mad at her so please forgive me but I do think it’s cool that Stewie was in mom mode during her post game interview. #Unrivaled and AU do a much better job of showcasing the fact that motherhood is not incompatible with being a top tier athlete.
“Choice of language”.
⚽ Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe has apologised for his "choice of language" after saying the "UK has been colonised by immigrants".
➡️ u.afp.com/S64t
➡️ u.afp.com/S64t
February 12, 2026 at 5:02 PM
“Choice of language”.
Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Dallas Wings University. #unrivaled
Veronica Burton has a Valkyries moment after her big win and no one is more fired up than Kate Martin.
#Valkyries #GSV #Unrivaled
#Valkyries #GSV #Unrivaled
February 12, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Dallas Wings University. #unrivaled
Reposted by Nanjala
There is so much going on right now, from Mauritania to Libya and Sudan via the AES countries. The shockwave of the UAE/KSA confrontation will be felt there, too
February 12, 2026 at 11:45 AM
There is so much going on right now, from Mauritania to Libya and Sudan via the AES countries. The shockwave of the UAE/KSA confrontation will be felt there, too
Reposted by Nanjala
This is the second account - the first being in Chicago - of DHS agents mass detaining people and then *sorting them by race*.
More than 400 people, including hundreds of citizens, were “sorted” at gun point into racial and ethnic groups by 200 ICE agents who fired flash-bang grenades into cars with people inside, pointed guns at children & demanded their zip tied parents not comfort them. apple.news/Ausdx6kWtT0e...
Idaho families sue over immigration raid that swept up hundreds, including U.S. citizens — NBC News
About 400 people, including children and U.S. citizens, were detained for four hours while they were denied food and water in the raid, according to the lawsuit.
apple.news
February 12, 2026 at 2:26 AM
This is the second account - the first being in Chicago - of DHS agents mass detaining people and then *sorting them by race*.
Reposted by Nanjala
Obviously zero reflection in any of this on how operating the largest empire in human history may have turned us into a multicultural nation. We are here because you were there. #Empireland
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
PM asks Sir Jim Ratcliffe to apologise for saying UK 'colonised by immigrants'
Sir Keir Starmer says comments by the businessman and Manchester United co-owner are
www.bbc.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 8:13 AM
Obviously zero reflection in any of this on how operating the largest empire in human history may have turned us into a multicultural nation. We are here because you were there. #Empireland
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Reposted by Nanjala
Le Parti démocratique de Côte d'Ivoire affirme vouloir se restructurer après une année 2025 «tumultueuse»
Le Parti démocratique de Côte d'Ivoire affirme vouloir se restructurer après une année 2025 «tumultueuse»
Le porte-parole du Parti démocratique de Côte d'Ivoire-Rassemblement démocratique africain (PDCI-RDA) a rencontré la presse le 11 février 2026 pour évoquer les perspectives de la principale formation de l’opposition, après son échec aux élections législatives en décembre. Le PDCI affirme vouloir se restructurer pour résoudre ses problèmes.
rfi.my
February 12, 2026 at 10:56 AM
Le Parti démocratique de Côte d'Ivoire affirme vouloir se restructurer après une année 2025 «tumultueuse»
Reposted by Nanjala
On the hellish detention and deportation system built by EU countries. With quotes from the current and the former German chancellors expressing their commitment to the inhumane cruelty of this apparatus, described here in forensic detail.
Inside a Detention Site at the Heart of Europe’s Harsh New Approach to Immigration
www.nytimes.com
February 11, 2026 at 8:23 AM
On the hellish detention and deportation system built by EU countries. With quotes from the current and the former German chancellors expressing their commitment to the inhumane cruelty of this apparatus, described here in forensic detail.
Reposted by Nanjala
Chief election commissioner reports strong turnout, says Bangladesh has 'boarded the train of democracy' https://aje.news/al3fyb
February 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Chief election commissioner reports strong turnout, says Bangladesh has 'boarded the train of democracy' https://aje.news/al3fyb
Reposted by Nanjala
people.com/gallup-ends-...
The company's decision comes amid growing threats by the Trump administration to target pollsters with unfavorable findings, though Gallup has not attributed its pivot to President Donald Trump
The company's decision comes amid growing threats by the Trump administration to target pollsters with unfavorable findings, though Gallup has not attributed its pivot to President Donald Trump
Gallup Ends Presidential Approval Ratings After Nearly 90 Years of Documenting Public Opinion
Gallup is no longer tracking U.S. presidential approval ratings as of January 2026, PEOPLE confirms, ending a nearly 90-year tradition that has helped document public opinion of numerous White House a...
people.com
February 11, 2026 at 10:02 PM
people.com/gallup-ends-...
The company's decision comes amid growing threats by the Trump administration to target pollsters with unfavorable findings, though Gallup has not attributed its pivot to President Donald Trump
The company's decision comes amid growing threats by the Trump administration to target pollsters with unfavorable findings, though Gallup has not attributed its pivot to President Donald Trump
Reposted by Nanjala
Among the cache of documents reported by WIRED about ICE expanding its physical footprint is a listing for office space near UCF in what’s known as Research Park, home to several technology and space companies. The NSA also happens to have a building there.
ICE outside UCF? Agency may be looking at office space near university
ICE locations have become the focus of protest and controversy, with plans for a new detention center in an East Orlando warehouse generating particular ire locally.
www.orlandosentinel.com
February 11, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Among the cache of documents reported by WIRED about ICE expanding its physical footprint is a listing for office space near UCF in what’s known as Research Park, home to several technology and space companies. The NSA also happens to have a building there.
Ugh. I wish they allowed walk ons. Gabby Williams could fly in, win 200k and go back to Fenerbaçe. #unrivaled
Further amendments:
Aliyah Boston will advance to Round 2.
Correction: the tournament begins TONIGHT at 7pm ET on HBO MAX or TruTV!
Aliyah Boston will advance to Round 2.
Correction: the tournament begins TONIGHT at 7pm ET on HBO MAX or TruTV!
Additional notes to the 1v1 Tournament:
Natisha Hiedeman v Kelsey Plum and Allisha Gray v Saniya Rivers will advance to Round 2.
Aziaha James replaces Jackson in the R1 matchup v Jackie Young
Laeticia Amihere replaces Thomas in the R1 matchup v Aliyah Boston
Tournament begins February 13th
Natisha Hiedeman v Kelsey Plum and Allisha Gray v Saniya Rivers will advance to Round 2.
Aziaha James replaces Jackson in the R1 matchup v Jackie Young
Laeticia Amihere replaces Thomas in the R1 matchup v Aliyah Boston
Tournament begins February 13th
February 11, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Ugh. I wish they allowed walk ons. Gabby Williams could fly in, win 200k and go back to Fenerbaçe. #unrivaled
Aw. I was kinda hoping Kiki would play for Nigeria but I guess she’s played for Team USA for too long now.
USA Basketball has announced its roster for the FIBA World Cup Qualifying tournament next month:
-Aliyah Boston
-Paige Bueckers
-Sonia Citron
-Caitlin Clark
-Kahleah Copper
-Chelsea Gray
-Dearica Hamby
-Rhyne Howard
-Kiki Iriafen
-Kelsey Plum
-Angel Reese
-Jackie Young
-Aliyah Boston
-Paige Bueckers
-Sonia Citron
-Caitlin Clark
-Kahleah Copper
-Chelsea Gray
-Dearica Hamby
-Rhyne Howard
-Kiki Iriafen
-Kelsey Plum
-Angel Reese
-Jackie Young
February 11, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Aw. I was kinda hoping Kiki would play for Nigeria but I guess she’s played for Team USA for too long now.
Don’t forget that Angel is also an investor in #Unrivaled. She’s probably also reading all the headlines about viewership numbers and engagement and coming back to protect her investment.
February 11, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Don’t forget that Angel is also an investor in #Unrivaled. She’s probably also reading all the headlines about viewership numbers and engagement and coming back to protect her investment.
I keep thinking how many MNBA players could comfortably chip in through their businesses to make this an even bigger prize pool (and a tax efficient donation). Kobe would have eaten this up.
i spoke to breanna stewart and kelsey plum about unrivaled's 1-on-1 tournament, which tips off tonight
the event has a $300,000 prize pool, with $200,000 (nearly a max contract in the most recent wnba cba) going to the winner
www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/br...
the event has a $300,000 prize pool, with $200,000 (nearly a max contract in the most recent wnba cba) going to the winner
www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/br...
Breanna Stewart, Kelsey Plum hype return of Unrivaled's 'intense' 1-on-1 tourney
The stars spoke to CBS Sports about the tournament, which tips off on Wednesday night with an 'eye-popping' $300K prize pool
www.cbssports.com
February 11, 2026 at 4:55 PM
I keep thinking how many MNBA players could comfortably chip in through their businesses to make this an even bigger prize pool (and a tax efficient donation). Kobe would have eaten this up.
I suspect Azurà offered to move to the Breeze after the situation with Rickea but Noelle felt she had more need for a PG rather than another big, given that Aari wasn’t coming back. Similarly Hive needed a big rather than a PG (I don’t think Ezi returns) and Vinyl was struggling to use its 2 PGs.
I had one source on the Angel Reese news two days ago, but I couldn't get confirmation from a second one. Either way, glad to see Angel Reese back in #Unrivaled. She benefited from it SO much last year.
I do wonder how the Rose were able to just sign her when there are drafts reallocating players?
I do wonder how the Rose were able to just sign her when there are drafts reallocating players?
February 11, 2026 at 1:46 PM
I suspect Azurà offered to move to the Breeze after the situation with Rickea but Noelle felt she had more need for a PG rather than another big, given that Aari wasn’t coming back. Similarly Hive needed a big rather than a PG (I don’t think Ezi returns) and Vinyl was struggling to use its 2 PGs.
Reposted by Nanjala
NEWS: Angel Reese has agreed to a new deal with the league for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Reese will make her return to Rose BC on February 20 for the club’s matchup against Hive BC.
More here:
www.sbnation.com/wnba/1103330...
Reese will make her return to Rose BC on February 20 for the club’s matchup against Hive BC.
More here:
www.sbnation.com/wnba/1103330...
Angel Reese just dropped major Unrivaled news
Reese is joining Unrivaled for the remainder of the season, just in time for the playofffs.
www.sbnation.com
February 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
NEWS: Angel Reese has agreed to a new deal with the league for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Reese will make her return to Rose BC on February 20 for the club’s matchup against Hive BC.
More here:
www.sbnation.com/wnba/1103330...
Reese will make her return to Rose BC on February 20 for the club’s matchup against Hive BC.
More here:
www.sbnation.com/wnba/1103330...
If you’re looking for a random reason to be in your feelings scroll through videos of Puerto Ricans reacting to Ricky Martin’s section of the Super Bowl performance.
February 11, 2026 at 10:38 AM
If you’re looking for a random reason to be in your feelings scroll through videos of Puerto Ricans reacting to Ricky Martin’s section of the Super Bowl performance.
Reposted by Nanjala
We are demanding that EU co-legislators reject attempts in the AI Omnibus to remove a key transparency safeguard from the AI Act.
We cannot open a loophole that would let providers exempt themselves from the AI Act’s high risk requirements with no transparency www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
We cannot open a loophole that would let providers exempt themselves from the AI Act’s high risk requirements with no transparency www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Access Now - A call to EU legislators: protect rights and reject the call to delete transparency safeguard in AI Act
We, the undersigned organisations and individuals, urge you in the strongest possible terms to reject the deletion of the Article 49(2) transparency safeguard for high-risk AI systems that is proposed...
www.accessnow.org
February 11, 2026 at 9:47 AM
We are demanding that EU co-legislators reject attempts in the AI Omnibus to remove a key transparency safeguard from the AI Act.
We cannot open a loophole that would let providers exempt themselves from the AI Act’s high risk requirements with no transparency www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
We cannot open a loophole that would let providers exempt themselves from the AI Act’s high risk requirements with no transparency www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Reposted by Nanjala
Google has been complying with ICE’s “administrative warrants” which they don’t even need a judge to sign…
Just some random mid-level employee at DHS
Just some random mid-level employee at DHS
Google sent personal and financial information of student journalist to ICE | TechCrunch
The tech giant handed over the personal information of a journalist and student who attended a pro-Palestinian protest in 2024. This is the latest example of ICE using its controversial subpoena power...
techcrunch.com
February 11, 2026 at 12:29 AM
Google has been complying with ICE’s “administrative warrants” which they don’t even need a judge to sign…
Just some random mid-level employee at DHS
Just some random mid-level employee at DHS