Attention — Aug 10, 2026
What caught my attention on Aug 10 (2 items).
Why businesses lie about AI
Podcast – Cory Doctorow’s craphound.com (Podcast:05:21) - Published 2026-08-09 01:12 - Discovered 2026-08-10 05:21
In this podcast episode, Cory Doctorow analyzes Nikhil Suresh’s essay on corporate AI mania, revealing a stark disconnect between executive hype and actual business utility. Despite widespread claims that AI is transforming industries, Suresh’s consulting data shows near-zero success rates for enterprise AI projects. Instead of delivering value, AI adoption is driven by a culture of fear and perfo…
Fixing legacy code with a local LLM
NoPlaceLikeLocalhost (Article:10:03) - Published 2026-08-09 18:00 - Discovered 2026-08-10 10:03
The video explores how local large language models (LLMs) can be effectively used to refactor legacy code and eliminate technical debt without disrupting existing functionality. The host begins by discussing the classic software development dilemma known as the “iron triangle,” where pressure to meet deadlines and deliver full feature sets often forces teams to compromise on code quality. This lea…