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Google Has an AI Problem

Hacker News - Sun, 11/03/2024 - 7:52pm
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C Until It Is No Longer C

Hacker News - Sun, 11/03/2024 - 7:49pm

Article URL: https://aartaka.me/c-not-c

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42037417

Points: 1

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Show HN: IsItElon – Protect Your Loved Ones from Scammers on X

Hacker News - Sun, 11/03/2024 - 7:21pm

I built this simple webpage to help prevent my aging mother from falling victim to scammers on X (formerly Twitter). She believed she was talking to Elon Musk, and despite numerous attempts to explain the situation, she wouldn't listen. Scammers posing as Elon convinced her that they were her boyfriend, and even tried to get her to send Bitcoin or buy gift cards.

This tool allows users to check if an X account really belongs to Elon Musk. It only recognizes the official @elonmusk handle, helping dispel any misconceptions about imposters using different accounts.

This little verifier finally convinced my mother. It might help protect your loved ones too—especially those who might not be as familiar with online scams. Feel free to use it if someone you care about is vulnerable to these kinds of tactics.

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42037272

Points: 2

# Comments: 0

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Reasonable Person Principle

Hacker News - Sun, 11/03/2024 - 7:19pm
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