Link Roundup 7/30/2013

Whew, more news

Living, Working, And Environment:

Are we ready for more superstorms?  The answer is no.  So keep that in mind in your career, your living choices, and perhaps working to make sure we stop messing up the environment.

Phoneix and some other cities are going to have problems in the future.  Not surprising, but just think of what expanding population changing environment, and water issues mean to . . . well, ARIZONA.

OK gang, if you’re interested in green tech, recycling, or want one hell of a story twist for an SF novel, imagine this.  Sweden’s recycling means it’s running out of garbage.

Technology:

Twitter is hiring with an IPO in mind.  You are not surprised.  You know what to do.  Also be fascinating to watch how this IPO goes (I think it’s probably seen as “truly valuable” so will do well).

Look, now Russia is jumping further on the censorship train.  The backer is also big on the anti-gay laws that have been passed as well.  Technical news, yes, but also a cultural and political warning.  I also wonder about the political fallout of this since now censorship efforts (like say, in the UK) have an embarrassing comparison to be wielded by opponents.

Video Technology:

Netflix profiles on Apple TV show a closer alliance.  Not surprised, Netflix partners easy and Apple obviously is making a play for the Living room like . . . well everyone.

– Steven

 

News Roundup 7/26/2013

EDUCATION:

College appears to be in a kind of peak, which should affect colleges. The for-profits (which seem to be the worst deals) look to be taking a hit as well. Let’s see how/if colleges adjust to this reality.

http://gawker.com/the-college-boom-has-peaked-921579798

MEDIA:

Sharknado is getting a theater release. No, really. As for what this says . . . well, yeah. No I’m not sure, but I’m sure someone will try and imitate this success and fail.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/sharknado-theaters-aug-2-594051

TECHNOLOGY:

Google has shown another Living Room device – a kind of meeting system. It looks like the living room really is the site of the next big battle. Be ready for it – if you’re in any form of IT it’s going to affect you.

http://blogs.wsj.com/digits/2013/07/25/google-has-showed-another-living-room-device-sources/

Is Microsoft on a long, slow decline? Is it getting irrelevant? Here’s some numbers to think about. Also consider this in light of the Google announcement and the XBox One – is the living room a must-enter market for them? Keep this in mind if you work in technology, a Microsoft decline is going to change the landscape.

http://ben-evans.com/benedictevans/2013/7/20/the-irrelevance-of-microsoft

UK Prime Minister David Cameron thinks he can have a hackhaton to create a porn filter, missing many, many points. Note however that the “hackathon” idea is now in the heads of reactionary panderers.

http://boingboing.net/2013/07/26/no-mr-cameron-you-cant-sol.html

Also Mr. Cameron’s dream filter would censor plenty of other things: http://torrentfreak.com/uk-porn-filter-will-censor-other-content-too-isps-reveal-130726/

Video Games

One game developer gives up on the industry. Food for thought?

http://gamasutra.com/blogs/HaroldLi/20130725/196924/My_Game_Design_Exit_Interview.php

– Steven

MuseHack: Connecting Talents And Positions!

OK gang!  Welcome to one of our experiments here at MuseHack – a way to connect people and talent!

So do you need geek talent for your convention or your company?  Are you looking to promote your talent and find jobs or nonprofits for your own skills?  That’s what this is about!

Well, here’s our latest list of people who need talent and juicy job postings gathered in our news scans, and some talented individuals you may want to snatch up for freelance work, your con, or other efforts.

We’ll also need to know what you need, what you have, and what you’ve got going on!  Be sure to contact us for the next post!

LOOKING FOR TALENT:

Consumer Reports Needs Content Team Leader:

The Electronics Content Development Team Leader will be contributing to content strategy across multiple media and platforms (digital, print, mobile, etc), with the common goal of fully engaging the CR audience. Not only about what is “now,” but what is “next.”

https://jobs-consumers.icims.com/jobs/2210/content-team-leader%2c-electronics/job

Administrative assistant at Gygax Magazine

Important Update: Gygax Magazine is looking for a new employee in the San Francisco Bay Area—Berkeley. The role will be assisting our Chief Editor Jayson Elliot.

As Jayson explains, “This role is for an office assistant who will answer emails, help customers get their orders, service advertisers & distributors, and assist me (Jayson) with scheduling and day-to-day operations. Being handy around WordPress is a bonus, but not required”

The position is part-time (about 15 hours a week) and paid.

For those interested, you can get more details by contacting djinn at gygaxmagazine dot com

At: https://www.facebook.com/GygaxMagazine/posts/439790036119323

ANY AND ALL:

Operation Hammond:

http://operationhammond.com/wp/?page_id=35

Operation Hammond is a non profit organization of like-minded individuals within the anime, sci-fi, fantasy and pop culture convention community dedicated to bringing awareness of first aid, emergency preparedness and training to people who attend and staff anime, sci-fi, fantasy and pop culture conventions. They’re looking for all kinds of volunteers, and you don’t have to have medical skills to help out! A great way to network and meet people and do something for your community.

 

LOOKING FOR WORK:

Artist:

MlleBienvenu is a freelance illustrator and cover artist. She has worked in many different digital art styles ranging from traditional to anime.

Links:

mllebienvenu.daportfolio.com

mllebienvenu.deviantart.com

mllebienvenu(at-sign)gmail(dot)com

Multimedia Artist:

Looking for paid or light unpaid work of almost any kind; digital or traditional illustration, design, or photography, are just a few that I have experience with.  I am highly motivated and learn quickly and will never deliver substandard results.  Partial portfolio under construction at www.oliviahinkel.weebly.com and constantly updating.

Can be contacted at this address thelittleoh(at-sign)gmail(dot)com

Writer:

Aspiring fantasy writer looking for any writing opportunities.  Writes on video games (platforms, RPGs, some shooters, beast raising/fighting).

inukao2004(at-sign)gmail(dot)com

 

LOOKING FOR BLOG POSTS:

Gamasutra wants to hear about alternate funding methods for game developers:

http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/197032/A_call_for_blogs_Funding_your_game.php