Stripe has introduced its Payments Intelligence Suite, which uses AI to optimize payments performance. This suite has been in the making for over a decade, and now it seems they’re really pushing it. The idea is that AI can make real-time decisions to maximize profits. Honestly, it's supposed to be effortless for us, which is kind of nice, I guess.

You just plug it in, and supposedly it works in the background, making hundreds of decisions without us really having to lift a finger. Sounds great, right? But let’s be real; it feels a bit like just another tech upgrade that promises a lot but might not really change the game.

I mean, who doesn't want to maximize profits while doing absolutely nothing? But at the same time, there’s this nagging feeling that it’s just more noise in an already noisy world of payments tech. There’s always this excitement around new features, but when you think about it, how much do they really affect our day-to-day operations?

The Payments Intelligence Suite claims to analyze data and optimize transactions, which sounds impressive. But we’ve heard similar things before, and sometimes it just leads to more confusion and less control. So, while they’re throwing around terms like “automated” and “real-time decisions,” one can’t help but wonder if it’s really worth the hype or just another tool to add to the pile.

In any case, if you’re looking to optimize your payments performance without doing much, this might be something to check out. Just don’t expect it to solve all your problems; sometimes, the simplest solutions can be the most effective. Or maybe not.

#Payments #AI #Stripe #PaymentOptimization #TechUpgrade

यह क्या है? "SUMMER SALE is Here!" का नारा सुनकर ऐसा लगता है जैसे हमें किसी जादू के जाल में फेंक दिया गया है। 50% की छूट का दावा किया जा रहा है, लेकिन क्या आप इस प्रस्ताव की वास्तविकता पर ध्यान दे रहे हैं? क्या यह सिर्फ एक और मार्केटिंग ट्रिक नहीं है जो हमें बेवकूफ बनाने के लिए इस्तेमाल की जा रही है?

"कुछ पसंदीदा किट्स जैसे कि Dark Fantasy, Lunar Base, और Heavy Metal!" कितनी बार हमें ऐसी आकर्षक शब्दावली के जाल में फंसाया गया है? क्या आप ये किट्स वाकई में "पसंदीदा" मानते हैं या ये सिर्फ एक और सस्ते प्रोडक्ट्स की ढेर में हैं जो केवल एक सस्ते दाम पर हमें बेचे जा रहे हैं? यह बिक्री एक छलावा है, एक ऐसा धोखा जो हमें यह सोचने पर मजबूर करता है कि हम वास्तव में कुछ अच्छा खरीद रहे हैं, जबकि असलियत यह है कि हम बस एक नई धोखाधड़ी के शिकार बन रहे हैं।

जब आप इस "SUMMER SALE" के लिए दौड़ते हैं, तो क्या आपने कभी यह सोचा है कि क्या यह छूट वास्तव में उचित है? क्या यह वास्तव में हमारी जेबों को राहत देने के लिए है, या यह सिर्फ कंपनियों के मुनाफे को बढ़ाने का एक और तरीका है? यह सही है, बिक्री का यह झांसा हमें एक नई खाई में धकेल रहा है जहां हम जरूरत से ज्यादा खरीदारी करने के लिए मजबूर होते हैं।

बिक्री का यह प्रचार केवल एक तात्कालिक संतोष प्रदान करता है, लेकिन क्या इसकी कीमत हमारे वास्तविक वित्तीय स्वास्थ्य पर नहीं पड़ती? हम अपने खर्चों को नियंत्रित करने का प्रयास करते हैं, लेकिन यह "SUMMER SALE" हमें हमेशा एक नई ललक के साथ मोड़ देता है। यह एक चक्र है जो हमें समाप्ति की ओर ले जाता है।

और क्या आपको पता है? यह बिक्री केवल 8 जून तक ही है, जिससे यह स्पष्ट होता है कि कंपनियों का उद्देश्य केवल जल्दी में खपत को बढ़ाना है। यह स्पष्ट है कि यह एक शॉर्ट-टर्म मार्केटिंग रणनीति है, जो हमें यह महसूस कराने का प्रयास करती है कि हमें तत्काल कार्रवाई करनी चाहिए। क्या यह सच में सही है? क्या हम अपने पैसों को इस तरह बर्बाद करने के लिए तैयार हैं?

चलो, अब समय है कि हम जागें और इस तरह के झांसे से बाहर निकलें। हमें अपने खर्चे पर नियंत्रण रखना चाहिए और सोच-समझकर खरीदारी करनी चाहिए। हम इन कंपनियों की कुटिल योजनाओं के शिकार नहीं बन सकते। आइए, हम इस "SUMMER SALE" के झांसे में न आएं और सच्चाई का सामना करें।

#सामाजिक_जागरूकता
#बिक्री_पर_नियंत्रण
#धोखाधड़ी_से_बचें
#खरीददारी_सचेत
#मार्केटिंग_स्ट्रेटेजी

Hey there, amazing people!

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So, what exactly is **local SEO**? It's all about optimizing your online presence to ensure that when someone nearby searches for the products or services you offer, your business pops up like a shining star on their screens! Did you know that about 46% of all Google searches are looking for local information? That means if you harness the power of local SEO, you're positioning your business to be the first choice for potential customers in your area!

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Let’s not forget the importance of including local keywords in your content! Think of phrases that your potential customers might use when searching for your services. Integrating keywords related to your business and location can significantly boost your organic positioning. So, don’t shy away from showcasing your unique offerings and the vibrant community you belong to!

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#LocalSEO #BusinessGrowth #CommunityLove #VisibilityMatters #SuccessJourney

Let's talk about the absurdity that is "A Scene Made of 100% Suzanne." Seriously, what kind of twisted imagination leads someone to think that creating a scene using only Suzanne—the iconic primitive shape in Blender—could ever be a good idea? Cody Gindy, in a display of sheer creativity or utter madness, has taken this concept and run with it, but let’s be real here: the result is unsettling at best and completely ridiculous at worst.

First of all, why are we glorifying a piece of software's primitive shape as the foundation for artistic expression? This isn’t avant-garde; it’s a regression into the basic tools of 3D modeling that should have been left behind in the early days of animation. Yes, the idea might sound clever on paper—let’s see how far we can stretch a single primitive into something "unique." But what has been created is not unique—it's a mere gimmick that fails to resonate on any meaningful level.

The fact that this "art" works well, according to some, is an insult to the very concept of artistry. It’s a lazy shortcut that allows creators to bypass the hard work and skill required to produce something genuinely engaging. Instead of pushing boundaries, we are left with a bizarre scene that feels more like a failed experiment than a legitimate piece of art. If we start celebrating such mediocrity, what does that say about our standards? Are we lowering the bar so much that we will accept anything as long as it’s slightly unsettling?

Moreover, this obsession with minimalism can be harmful. It breeds a culture where simplicity is mistaken for depth. Just because something is made from a single primitive does not make it profound or meaningful. It’s time we demand more from our creative endeavors. We should be pushing for complexity, nuance, and, yes, real artistic talent—not just slapping together a scene made of 100% Suzanne and calling it a day.

It’s astonishing how the art community could rally around this. Are we really that desperate for novelty that we’ll celebrate such a half-baked concept? Where is the outrage for artists who actually pour their souls into their work, only to be overshadowed by someone who took the easy way out? The narrative surrounding this piece is infuriating; it’s a slap in the face to those who strive for excellence in their craft.

In conclusion, the so-called "scene made of 100% Suzanne" is a testament to the laziness that is creeping into our creative spaces. If we continue to applaud such mediocrity, we risk destroying the very fabric of what art should represent: passion, skill, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Let’s stop letting the absurd become the norm.

#ArtCritique
#3DModeling
#CreativeStandards
#SuzanneScene
#PushForExcellence

Operation Entebbe: The Daring Israeli Rescue That Shocked the World

On July 4th, 1976, the world witnessed one of the most daring rescue missions in history — Operation Entebbe, also known as Operation Thunderbolt — carried out by Israeli commandos deep inside hostile territory in Uganda.

It all began on June 27th, 1976, when Air France Flight 139, carrying 248 passengers from Tel Aviv to Paris, was hijacked shortly after a stopover in Athens. The hijackers — two Palestinians and two Germans — diverted the flight, first to Libya, and then to Entebbe Airport in Uganda. At the time, Uganda was under the brutal rule of President Idi Amin, who welcomed and supported the terrorists.

At Entebbe, the hijackers separated the passengers. They freed most non-Israelis, but kept over 100 Israeli and Jewish hostages, demanding the release of Palestinian prisoners held in Israel and other countries. They gave Israel a deadly ultimatum — release the prisoners or the hostages die.

But while the world waited, Israel was planning something bold.

With help from Mossad intelligence, details from released hostages, and even airport blueprints (from Israeli firms that built it), Israel prepared a top-secret rescue mission — flying over 2,500 miles into enemy territory.

On the night of July 3rd, four Israeli C-130 Hercules planes flew low, under radar, landing at Entebbe just before midnight. Disguised as Ugandan officials, commandos drove out in a black Mercedes — like Amin’s own — and launched a surprise assault.

In just 90 minutes, Israeli forces:

Killed all the hijackers

Destroyed Ugandan military planes

Rescued 102 hostages

Lost only one soldier — Yonatan Netanyahu, the heroic unit commander and elder brother of current Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.

Sadly, three hostages died during the rescue, and one elderly woman, Dora Bloch, who had been hospitalized before the raid, was later murdered on Idi Amin’s orders.

The world was stunned. Israel had pulled off what seemed impossible — a long-distance rescue operation in the heart of Africa. Many nations praised the courage and precision of the Israeli forces. The mission became a model for anti-terrorism operations worldwide.

Today, Operation Entebbe is remembered as a symbol of bravery, sacrifice, and the unshakable resolve to protect innocent lives — no matter the distance.

But why take church to court???? Why? SDA come here quickly...house cleaning....

Afrika needs liberation from religious fanatics who are irrelevant to the issues in the society. The church is not an island working in isolation from society. What affects the country affects the church and as such the church must be an agent of change to repair the social ills. It's very unfortunate to witness the church being part of the problem in the courtrooms. The recent legal development in (Seventh day Adventist Church) in Zimbabwe is a shame as opposition politicians seek to twist the arm of law under the guise of religious freedom.

Politicians are community leaders and when they are invited to the church pulpits they represent the arms of the state and its political identity. By nature opposition politics in Zimbabwe has lost its identity as it feeds on negative energy...rather they be alternative parties which must see the good and encourage the sitting government to deliver on their mandate. We build strong governments when we hold them accountable to their public office as civil servants... The political arm and the religious structure are all servicing the same nation, childish lawsuits charged with religious hypocrisy.

"Mr. Sanyatwe, who briefly spoke from the pulpit after being invited by Mr. Kudakwashe Tagwirei. Advocate Thabani Mpofu, purporting to represent a concerned member of the church, has released a strongly worded letter accusing the church’s leadership of desecration, political co-optation, and gross negligence. However, upon objective scrutiny, these allegations are not only misplaced but appear to be driven by partisan motivations disguised as spiritual concern" (Maverick).

The concerned member has lost touch with reality and his intoxication with "Adventism" and its "purity" neglects the "occupy till I come... He forgets David...a politician... Abraham had a private army.. Daniel a Minister with three brothers.. Hannaniah, Azariah, and Mishael, Ezra, Nehemiah even worked as a cupbearer to the Persian king.

"Select only strong, healthy, and good-looking young men,” he said. “Make sure they are well versed in every branch of learning, are gifted with knowledge and good judgment, and are suited to serve in the royal palace. Train these young men in the language and literature of Babylon."
"5 The king assigned them a daily ration of food and wine from his own kitchens. They were to be trained for three years, and then they would enter the royal service." Daniel 1:4-5

This toxic opposition position is pretentiously ignorant about the divine assignment of the chosen to influence the political system. If the church produces the best Godly people why should they be prohibited from assuming political power? I want you to "be heads and not tails" only those who teach the politics of the tails and what comes out under the tail would consume such content.

Contrary the head has the eyes, the ears, the horns, the mouth of a nation. It is a divine assignment to be of service in the corridors of power. I suggest that opposition parties move away from tail politics to the head politics, to think and speak truth to power.
President ED Mnangagwa has contributed immensely to the SDA in cash and in support. The church enjoys a cordial relationship with government and direct financial/facility donations. The very people claiming "sacred pulpit politics" have seen breaking the holy sabbath for their political meetings and functions.
The Church has channels of communication and no individual member can subvesiviky run an opposition political mobilisation to churches. It is the role of the Union to write to the conference and the conference to the church concerned. Intact the Union should write a letter distancing themselves from this malicious act.
Our very learned Advocate Thabani Mpofu used to go with Nelson to Zunde and church services advertising/campaigning for election, what has changed now? . What was the response from the church. Who wrote letters complaining that the church had been desecrated? .

Can the list of all SDA members who attended the book launch of Sakhala on Sabbath be made available? Why such double standards and two forked tongues claim righteousness while they desecrated the same institution . The real question is "how much of the church is influenced/controlled by opposition parties and how much contribution and control does opposition have in the SDA in Zimbabwe? Personally I think the letter was not fair, and the lawsuit is misplaced zeal and the intentions are that of political ambitions above decorum concerns.
Let us build a country and not tolerate side shows which present the church as divided by political parties. There is more work to do than egos to massage.FoT Maponga Marara Munyuki ChangaMbire Svosve DzimbaBgwe