Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

ACM's Past President. Computer engineer. Software and data, esp. issues of usability/quality/risk/privacy. Opinions my own Corvallis, OR Joined November 2011

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

We keep learning that supposedly "silent" creatures actually do communicate. Study found baby sea turtles sing from within their eggs to synchronize hatching, since leaving their nests at the same time increases the chance of surviving predators. nicenews.com/animals/silent…

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Us #AI to price-gouge? Some of US's biggest landlords seem to be using this software to churn thru data - including private data - each night to adjust prices for available rental units and stagger lease renewal periods so landlords get higher income. arstechnica.com/tech-policy/20…

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

TikTok claims to prohibit #election#misinformation. But when watchdog group submitted deceptive ads about the voting process (when/how people can vote, how election results are counted, etc.) TikTok's "scrutiny" missed a whopping 90% of the false ads. apnews.com/article/techy-…

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

ICYMI: An important read - and a free benefit for ACM members

ACM Education & Learning Center @acmeducation

3 years ago

ICYMI: An important read - and a free benefit for ACM members

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Short, very readable summary of an accurate, economical way to confirm the accuracy of paper #to balloting #election2022

ACM U.S. Technology Policy Committee @USTPC

3 years ago

Short, very readable summary of an accurate, economical way to confirm the accuracy of paper #to balloting #election2022

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

How cool is this? This #underwaterCamera doesn’t need batteries and can take photos even in dark areas, then transmit them wirelessly. The researchers say it’s 100,000 times more energy-efficient than other undersea cameras. news.mit.edu/2022/battery-f…

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Recent ACM podcast with Chief Scientific Adviser at the Vodafone Institute describing her amazing career and work in using data for social good - from smart rooms & smart clothes to evidence-based policy making. Check it out at learning.acm.org/bytecast/ep29-…

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Moshe Vardi @vardi

3 years ago

What 5 megabytes of computer data looked like in 1966: 62,500 punched cards, taking four days to load. Via @HistoricPhotographs

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Ever wonder why you can’t #tickle yourself? German neuroscientists conducted a study to find out. wired.com/story/neurosci…

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

ICYMI: Don't know about you, but if I were at the Intl Space Station, I would be *thrilled* to know #roboticSurgery would be available. Much better than relying on a teammate if there's an emergency! sciencealert.com/a-remote-surgi…

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Girls Who Code @GirlsWhoCode

3 years ago

A new study has revealed that 1 in 5 women gamers are quitting online gaming due to "negative, toxic, and threatening experiences." We believe in creating an inclusive culture to make the digital space a safer place for everyone, especially women. techraptor.net/gaming/news/1-…

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SC25 @Supercomputing

3 years ago

We are pleased to announce that Jack Dongarra, recipient of the 2022 ACM A.M. Turing Award has donated his honorarium to the Students@SC program. We are deeply touched by his desire to foster the next generation of talent in #HPC. More: okt.to/xjfrpu

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Class action lawsuits based on discovery that even iOS Lockdown mode doesn’t protect users from Facebook’s #tracking. There is no way to opt out. FB claimed it was a “security feature” #privacy #browserTracking arstechnica.com/tech-policy/20…

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ACM Education & Learning Center @acmeducation

3 years ago

In some cases, different personality types can clash. This can lead to counterproductive behaviors, erode morale, & cause stress. The ability to recognize/respond to these situations can be a game-changer both personally & professionally.

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ACM Education & Learning Center @acmeducation

3 years ago

Now available for ACM Members: "Leadercamp on-demand: Working in Harmony With All Personalities," w/Joe Shaffner. Learn about some Skillsoft programs & courses around skillsets that help deal w/personality clashes. bit.ly/3UPztGb

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Study of #peaceProcesses since the Cold War ended found that reaching agreement was much more likely when women’s groups were given strong influence on the negotiation process. #Ceasefire is also more likely to last, rather than just being words on paper. theconversation.com/when-russia-an…

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Low-cost #wifi technology can be exploited to detect fire & smoke in real time, at a tiny fraction of the cost of typical #fireDetection systems. They’re cheaper to operate & maintain, too. newsroom.unsw.edu.au/news/science-t…

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Researchers at @Cambridge_Uni were inspired by nature’s photosynthesis process - only instead of producing sugars, they produce creating a potential #biofuel gas. #renewableEnergy #sustainability gizmodo.com/artificial-flo…

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Cherri Pancake @pancakeACM

3 years ago

Fortune500 giant accused of collecting detailed dossiers including names, home addresses, emails, real-world & online purchases, physical movements, income, interests, political views, & online activity. #privacy #dataPrivacy #tracking pcmag.com/news/oracle-fa…