Joe
@an0nzombi3.bsky.social
23. No comment, this is just to let people I follow know I'm not a bot.
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With “Wikimedia Enterprise”, AI companies have to use (and pay for) dedicated APIs to scrape data, which helps to limit the strain on Wikimedia servers. (See eg arstechnica.com/information-...) This is a good thing for Wikimedia and for its readers.
AI bots strain Wikimedia as bandwidth surges 50%
Automated AI bots seeking training data threaten Wikipedia project stability, foundation says.
arstechnica.com
January 15, 2026 at 6:52 PM
With “Wikimedia Enterprise”, AI companies have to use (and pay for) dedicated APIs to scrape data, which helps to limit the strain on Wikimedia servers. (See eg arstechnica.com/information-...) This is a good thing for Wikimedia and for its readers.
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Neither is true. The first isn’t even really possible without community buy-in, and so far the English Wikipedia community has been extremely resistant to AI or AI-assisted editing. As for the latter, all Wikimedia content has always been free, and was already widely used for AI training.
January 15, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Neither is true. The first isn’t even really possible without community buy-in, and so far the English Wikipedia community has been extremely resistant to AI or AI-assisted editing. As for the latter, all Wikimedia content has always been free, and was already widely used for AI training.
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I think people are erroneously interpreting the headline to mean that the Wikimedia Foundation is embracing AI for purposes like generating encyclopedia content, or are providing AI companies with more training data than they were already scraping.
January 15, 2026 at 6:48 PM
I think people are erroneously interpreting the headline to mean that the Wikimedia Foundation is embracing AI for purposes like generating encyclopedia content, or are providing AI companies with more training data than they were already scraping.
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Sure. AI companies have ALWAYS been training their models on Wikipedia content, which under the free and open access model is available to anyone — including AI companies. Agreements like these require AI companies to limit and offset the strain they place on Wikimedia infrastructure.
Hoping that @molly.wiki can help explain.
Wikimedia Foundation announces new AI partnerships with Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Perplexity and others
January 15, 2026 at 6:47 PM
Sure. AI companies have ALWAYS been training their models on Wikipedia content, which under the free and open access model is available to anyone — including AI companies. Agreements like these require AI companies to limit and offset the strain they place on Wikimedia infrastructure.
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Trump can say whatever he wants but midterm elections ARE going to happen.
That said, he will make it harder to vote, and if we don’t get the majority in Congress and state legislative races that will get progressively worse.
This election matters so much don’t let anyone convince you otherwise
That said, he will make it harder to vote, and if we don’t get the majority in Congress and state legislative races that will get progressively worse.
This election matters so much don’t let anyone convince you otherwise
January 15, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Trump can say whatever he wants but midterm elections ARE going to happen.
That said, he will make it harder to vote, and if we don’t get the majority in Congress and state legislative races that will get progressively worse.
This election matters so much don’t let anyone convince you otherwise
That said, he will make it harder to vote, and if we don’t get the majority in Congress and state legislative races that will get progressively worse.
This election matters so much don’t let anyone convince you otherwise
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Apparently they're actively using it to spread malware right now. Very sorry about this. Can't do anything because I'm locked out.
Lost access to my Discord account and the miscreants enabled 2FA to lock me out. Please disregard anything coming from it.
January 13, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Apparently they're actively using it to spread malware right now. Very sorry about this. Can't do anything because I'm locked out.
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Election Day is here again, tell a friend! This week, we got elections in AL, CT, FL and VA if you live in any of these states, check to see if you have an election! Most of these are state legislative races, and I know I don’t have to remind you, but I will anyway.
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Election Day is Every Tuesday: Jan 11-Jan 17
We gotta win everywhere
open.substack.com
January 13, 2026 at 4:50 AM
Election Day is here again, tell a friend! This week, we got elections in AL, CT, FL and VA if you live in any of these states, check to see if you have an election! Most of these are state legislative races, and I know I don’t have to remind you, but I will anyway.
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A medical emergency came up that landed my dad in the ER again, and we added that to the total to the gofundme, I'm sorry to bring it back up but we really do need the help
www.gofundme.com/f/support-ge...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-ge...
January 12, 2026 at 4:33 PM
A medical emergency came up that landed my dad in the ER again, and we added that to the total to the gofundme, I'm sorry to bring it back up but we really do need the help
www.gofundme.com/f/support-ge...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-ge...
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LAST CALL! The Portland Mercury is currently hiring for a managing editor to support our incredible editorial team.
Are you a super organized person with newsroom experience and a love for helping reporters do their best work? Then this could be the job for YOU! (Or your very talented friend!)
Are you a super organized person with newsroom experience and a love for helping reporters do their best work? Then this could be the job for YOU! (Or your very talented friend!)
Last Call: The Mercury Is Hiring a Managing Editor!
Whoopee-doo, great news: The Portland Mercury continues to grow like gang-busters, and we're hiring a MANAGING EDITOR to join our smart, scrappy, kick-ass editorial team. Are YOU an organized person, ...
www.portlandmercury.com
January 12, 2026 at 7:48 PM
LAST CALL! The Portland Mercury is currently hiring for a managing editor to support our incredible editorial team.
Are you a super organized person with newsroom experience and a love for helping reporters do their best work? Then this could be the job for YOU! (Or your very talented friend!)
Are you a super organized person with newsroom experience and a love for helping reporters do their best work? Then this could be the job for YOU! (Or your very talented friend!)
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So, I've been trying to keep it together, but on New Year's my mom was diagnosed with cancer. Her treatment starts this week. She tells me she has insurance but since the year rolled over she has to pay a max out of pocket. Anything would help, please share if you can.
ko-fi.com/voidgio
ko-fi.com/voidgio
January 12, 2026 at 5:25 PM
So, I've been trying to keep it together, but on New Year's my mom was diagnosed with cancer. Her treatment starts this week. She tells me she has insurance but since the year rolled over she has to pay a max out of pocket. Anything would help, please share if you can.
ko-fi.com/voidgio
ko-fi.com/voidgio
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So I’m in a situation.
I thought I paid internet last month, but apparently I didn’t. Now I’m past due this month and they’re only giving me 5 days to pay the minimum balance of $155.
Issue is that right now I am $210 in the negatives in my account.
I really need help.
I thought I paid internet last month, but apparently I didn’t. Now I’m past due this month and they’re only giving me 5 days to pay the minimum balance of $155.
Issue is that right now I am $210 in the negatives in my account.
I really need help.
January 12, 2026 at 2:33 PM
So I’m in a situation.
I thought I paid internet last month, but apparently I didn’t. Now I’m past due this month and they’re only giving me 5 days to pay the minimum balance of $155.
Issue is that right now I am $210 in the negatives in my account.
I really need help.
I thought I paid internet last month, but apparently I didn’t. Now I’m past due this month and they’re only giving me 5 days to pay the minimum balance of $155.
Issue is that right now I am $210 in the negatives in my account.
I really need help.
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Ike Muringal of Minneapolis was forcibly taken to a detention facility in El Paso, TX by ICE. please donate to his fundraiser here to support his legal and travel costs. 💔
Donate to Bring Ike Home: Support for Legal and Travel Costs, organized by Paul Fannin
Our good friend and teammate Ike Muringai has been apprehended by ICE a… Paul Fannin needs your support for Bring Ike Home: Support for Legal and Travel Costs
www.gofundme.com
January 11, 2026 at 7:37 AM
Ike Muringal of Minneapolis was forcibly taken to a detention facility in El Paso, TX by ICE. please donate to his fundraiser here to support his legal and travel costs. 💔
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Im so so so sorry to be hounding for help over and over but this year is ending on a very rough note for me. Im short on bills, funds for transportation to doctor appt & a procedure next week, and grocery money. I know i keep asking for help. Im sorry, I really am. Things keep happening.
I have an art book for #tyreecomic ! It's 62 pages at $10! Not only does it have art but I have some brief guides into my page process as well. There is even stuff I havent released publicly in it! It's a great way to support me currently and get a glimpse into my obsession
ko-fi.com/s/f5c5cebbd6
ko-fi.com/s/f5c5cebbd6
December 31, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Im so so so sorry to be hounding for help over and over but this year is ending on a very rough note for me. Im short on bills, funds for transportation to doctor appt & a procedure next week, and grocery money. I know i keep asking for help. Im sorry, I really am. Things keep happening.
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I’m fundraising for Al Otro Lado, an organization which provides legal and humanitarian support to refugees, deportees, and other migrants in the US and Tijuana 🐇🧡
drawnbynana.com/shop?tag=fundraiser
drawnbynana.com/shop?tag=fundraiser
January 8, 2026 at 10:40 PM
I’m fundraising for Al Otro Lado, an organization which provides legal and humanitarian support to refugees, deportees, and other migrants in the US and Tijuana 🐇🧡
drawnbynana.com/shop?tag=fundraiser
drawnbynana.com/shop?tag=fundraiser
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The plumbing company gave my dad a military discount, so the amount he needs is $2756.36.
Any reposts appreciated, I know this is a pipe dream ask but posting this is the only possible way I can help him.
Any reposts appreciated, I know this is a pipe dream ask but posting this is the only possible way I can help him.
My dad, a disabled Vietnam veteran, has had his water heater go out the day after his birthday. The quote to replace is $3000. If anyone wants to help I will make sure he gets the money.
Any repost or help is greatly appreciated.
Paypal: @achilleslastwar
Venmo: @AchillesLastStand
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Any repost or help is greatly appreciated.
Paypal: @achilleslastwar
Venmo: @AchillesLastStand
💸💕
January 9, 2026 at 7:41 PM
The plumbing company gave my dad a military discount, so the amount he needs is $2756.36.
Any reposts appreciated, I know this is a pipe dream ask but posting this is the only possible way I can help him.
Any reposts appreciated, I know this is a pipe dream ask but posting this is the only possible way I can help him.
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This is a vetted fundraiser for the family of Renee Good, the woman who was killed by ICE in Minneapolis.
www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
Donate to Support for Renee Good’s wife and son, organized by Mattie Weiss
Please support the wife and son of Renee Good as they grapple with the devastating … Mattie Weiss needs your support for Support for Renee Good’s wife and son
www.gofundme.com
January 8, 2026 at 2:29 AM
This is a vetted fundraiser for the family of Renee Good, the woman who was killed by ICE in Minneapolis.
www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
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Please share - @pewresearch.org wants to hire a data archivist who will be an advocate for data users, helping to ensure that our datasets are easy to discover and reuse by researchers, journalists, and the public.
pewtrusts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CenterExtern...
pewtrusts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CenterExtern...
January 6, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Please share - @pewresearch.org wants to hire a data archivist who will be an advocate for data users, helping to ensure that our datasets are easy to discover and reuse by researchers, journalists, and the public.
pewtrusts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CenterExtern...
pewtrusts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CenterExtern...
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I don't know any other way to say this but I'm in a real emergency, but right now I'm about $300 in debt. So if anyone's interested in c0mmissi0nin' me, I'm open.
January 6, 2026 at 3:16 AM
I don't know any other way to say this but I'm in a real emergency, but right now I'm about $300 in debt. So if anyone's interested in c0mmissi0nin' me, I'm open.
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ELECTION DAY TOMORROW!!!
We have some big ones, especially because they are all state legislative races
You might have an election if you live in Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, South Carolina, or Virginia.
Check out my guide to find out
www.thedailyelm.com/p/election-d...
We have some big ones, especially because they are all state legislative races
You might have an election if you live in Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, South Carolina, or Virginia.
Check out my guide to find out
www.thedailyelm.com/p/election-d...
Election Day Is Every Tuesday: Jan 4- Jan 11
It's State Legislative Week!
www.thedailyelm.com
January 6, 2026 at 2:46 AM
ELECTION DAY TOMORROW!!!
We have some big ones, especially because they are all state legislative races
You might have an election if you live in Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, South Carolina, or Virginia.
Check out my guide to find out
www.thedailyelm.com/p/election-d...
We have some big ones, especially because they are all state legislative races
You might have an election if you live in Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, South Carolina, or Virginia.
Check out my guide to find out
www.thedailyelm.com/p/election-d...
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Throwing this here in case anyone can give me a hand, these months have been horrible, and I'm tired, I need to pay rent and I'm struggling with everything, I know this month is rough on everyone so no pressure, but pls share this if possible, thank you
ko-fi.com/reezard
#supportartists #mutualaid
ko-fi.com/reezard
#supportartists #mutualaid
December 29, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Throwing this here in case anyone can give me a hand, these months have been horrible, and I'm tired, I need to pay rent and I'm struggling with everything, I know this month is rough on everyone so no pressure, but pls share this if possible, thank you
ko-fi.com/reezard
#supportartists #mutualaid
ko-fi.com/reezard
#supportartists #mutualaid
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IT’S ALMOST TUESDAY, which means….
 IT’S ALMOST ELECTION DAY!!!
There are six elections this week, and they are all state legislative. We have AR HD70, SC HD98, GA HD23, VA SD15, and VA HD77 (HD - House District, SD - Senate District)
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 IT’S ALMOST ELECTION DAY!!!
There are six elections this week, and they are all state legislative. We have AR HD70, SC HD98, GA HD23, VA SD15, and VA HD77 (HD - House District, SD - Senate District)
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https://www.thedailyelm.com/p/election-day-is-every-tuesday-jan
January 5, 2026 at 2:46 AM
IT’S ALMOST TUESDAY, which means….
 IT’S ALMOST ELECTION DAY!!!
There are six elections this week, and they are all state legislative. We have AR HD70, SC HD98, GA HD23, VA SD15, and VA HD77 (HD - House District, SD - Senate District)
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 IT’S ALMOST ELECTION DAY!!!
There are six elections this week, and they are all state legislative. We have AR HD70, SC HD98, GA HD23, VA SD15, and VA HD77 (HD - House District, SD - Senate District)
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Still searching for a job, as much as commissions are helpful. I'm trying to get into the industry proper.
I excel at digital illustrations, pixel art/animation, and now animation on Clip Studio Paint
Let me know if there's any jobs I can apply for or email me at spritestar0@gmail.com
I excel at digital illustrations, pixel art/animation, and now animation on Clip Studio Paint
Let me know if there's any jobs I can apply for or email me at spritestar0@gmail.com
January 4, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Still searching for a job, as much as commissions are helpful. I'm trying to get into the industry proper.
I excel at digital illustrations, pixel art/animation, and now animation on Clip Studio Paint
Let me know if there's any jobs I can apply for or email me at spritestar0@gmail.com
I excel at digital illustrations, pixel art/animation, and now animation on Clip Studio Paint
Let me know if there's any jobs I can apply for or email me at spritestar0@gmail.com