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Australia’s social media ban preventing teens from accessing the news, research finds
A new study found that Australia’s social media ban for under-16s is preventing teens from accessing news. Half of the teens who were blocked reported seeing less news, with many losing access to world, local, and the opportunity to share views. The ban may have unintended consequences, as teens are not necessarily turning to traditional news sources and may lose the habit of consuming news.
Woman covertly filmed for 'humiliating' social media content - then told to pay
Alice was covertly filmed by a man wearing smart glasses and the video was posted online without her consent. When she contacted him to remove it, he offered to do so for a fee, which she refused. The man’s actions raise concerns about privacy, consent, and the potential for exploitation in the age of social media.
‘There are no rules’: spotlight on Gossip Goblin as AI film-making enters new era
AI film-making, particularly the work of Zack London and his company, Gossip Goblin. London believes that AI film-making is a new era where there are no rules and that the key to success is to create content that resonates with audiences.
TikTok executives know about app’s effect on teens, lawsuit documents allege
Unredacted documents from a lawsuit against TikTok reveal the company’s awareness of the app’s harmful effects on teenagers, including addiction and negative mental health impacts. Despite internal research validating these concerns, TikTok prioritised user engagement and profit over implementing effective safety measures. The company’s algorithm, designed to maximise user time on the app, has been linked to compulsive usage and a range of negative consequences for young users.
TikTok addiction: It takes all of 35 minutes
Fourteen US states are suing TikTok and ByteDance, claiming the platform negatively impacts children’s mental health and is intentionally addictive. Leaked documents revealed it takes an average of 260 videos, or about 35 minutes, for users to exhibit addictive behaviour. The Australian government’s efforts to address social media addiction, including the eSafety Commissioner’s actions, have been criticised as ineffective.
Small changes to ‘for you’ feed on X can rapidly increase political polarisation
A study that found that small changes to the tone of posts fed to users of X can rapidly increase political polarization. The study found that even a week of exposure to posts expressing anti-democratic attitudes and partisan animosity increased feelings of polarization among users.
The rise of cosy gaming: is this the closest many young people will get to home ownership?
The Guardian describes the rise of "cosy gaming", a genre of video games that focus on relaxing and low-stakes gameplay. The article highlights the popularity of cosy games that involve home-owning and renovation, providing players with a sense of control and satisfaction.
Forget the AI job apocalypse. AI’s real threat is worker control and surveillance
The Guardian describes the real danger of AI in the workplace, which is not job loss but the growing divide between people who use AI to extend their skills and those whose working lives are increasingly shaped by opaque, AI-powered systems of surveillance and control. The article emphasizes the need for meaningful training in AI skills and democratic principles in the workplace to address the challenges posed by AI.
AI will make language barriers disappear – and diminish our understanding of other cultures
While AI translation will make communication easier, it will also diminish our understanding of other cultures and ways of thinking. While AI translation may be a useful tool, it should not replace the human element in communication.
How The Callisto Protocol's Audio Team Designed Its Terrifying, Immersive Sound | Ars Technica
Ars Technica brings you back to Striking Distance Studios with Dead Space creator Glen Schofield and his team as they work on designing the dynamic, immersive, and precisely timed audio components of their upcoming release 'The Callisto Protocol.'
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