by February is already halfway. Don’t forget to buy a gift to your significant other.
This week I have some space, habits and how to do your job. And privacy as well (I think this is becoming quite recurring here).
Enjoy!
3 Articles
The 3 articles that I liked this week.
13 Habits of Highly Effective Risk-Takers | WIRED
The article discusses 13 habits of highly effective risk-takers, outlining characteristics such as being calm under pressure, having courage, strategic empathy, and being process-oriented. It emphasizes the importance of preparation, attention to detail, adaptability, and being a good estimator. Successful risk-takers are also highlighted for their willingness to stand out, contrarian mindset, and not being solely driven by money.
Quick take-home messages:
- Successful risk-takers possess key qualities such as courage, strategic empathy, and adaptability. They are process-oriented and take shots when necessary.
- Risk-takers must be prepared, attentive to detail, and be good estimators.
- Standing out, having a contrarian mindset, and not being solely driven by money are defining characteristics of highly effective risk-takers.
Hitting OKRs vs Doing Your Job – Jessitron
The article discusses the difference between hitting OKRs (objectives and key results) and completing regular ongoing work, usually tracked by KPIs (key performance indicators). It emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between OKRs and daily job responsibilities.
Quick take-home-messages:
- OKRs focus on objectives and key results, while KPIs track regular ongoing work.
- It is important to differentiate between OKRs and day-to-day responsibilities.
- Understanding the purpose of OKRs can help align goals and measure success.
Michael Tsai – Blog – Privacy of Photos.app’s Enhanced Visual Search
Apple’s Enhanced Visual Search feature in Photos.app, enabled by default on iOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1, raises concerns about user privacy. The feature uses homomorphic encryption and differential privacy to match photos with a global index, but critics argue that it uploads metadata and photo content without explicit user consent. Some users feel Apple’s poor documentation and lack of transparency make it difficult to trust the feature, while others appreciate the company’s efforts to implement privacy-preserving measures. The debate highlights the importance of user control and explicit opt-in for sensitive data features.
Quick take home-messages:
- Apple’s Enhanced Visual Search feature is enabled by default: This feature uses homomorphic encryption and differential privacy to match photos with a global index but raises concerns about user privacy.
- Poor documentation and lack of transparency are significant issues: Critics argue that Apple’s documentation is unclear and doesn’t provide enough information about what data is being collected and how it’s being used.
- User control and explicit opt-in are essential for trust: Many users feel that Apple should have asked for explicit consent before enabling the feature and that users should have the option to opt-out or customize their settings.
2 Videos
2 videos to take a look.
How Saturn Got Its Rings | The Planets | Earth Science
Saturn’s Rings Formed from a Distant Moon: According to a leading theory, Saturn’s iconic rings were formed when an ice moon approached too close to the planet, causing it to break apart under immense gravitational force. This catastrophic event released up to 17 trillion tons of ice into orbit, eventually spreading out to encircle Saturn, forming the ring system we see today. The Cassini spacecraft’s observations revealed the intricate details of Saturn’s rings, including vertical structures and massive voids.
What if you built a billion-story building?
What’s the feasibility of building a billion-story skyscraper and exploring the challenges and limitations of such a massive structure? Key issues include the building’s weight and stability, wind resistance, elevator systems, and cost. I know that this looks like a childish question, but it’s super interesting to understand how to think about these huge problems.
1 Curiosity
Something I found interesting.
Rule-breaking spinning star discovered by Australian astronomers
Astronomers have discovered a rule-breaking neutron star with an incredibly slow six-hour spin. Researchers found this unique neutron star, which defies typical properties of neutron stars. The discovery sheds light on the diverse nature of neutron stars and the variability of astronomical objects.
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