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The extremely online life of the American teenager
A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that nearly half of U.S. teenagers (46%) report being online “almost constantly.” YouTube remains the most popular platform among teens, with 90% usage.
‘Brain rot’: Oxford word of the year 2024 reflects ‘trivial’ use of social media
“Brain rot,” describing mental decline from overconsumption of trivial online content, was named Oxford’s 2024 Word of the Year after a public vote.
‘Teenage girls are feeling vulnerable’: fears grow over online beauty filters
Studies suggest children are having their self-esteem harmed by filters that ape the effects of cosmetic surgery
Amazon, Google and Meta are ‘pillaging culture, data and creativity’ to train AI, Australian inquiry finds
Among the report's 13 recommendations is the call for the introduction of standalone AI legislation and protections for creative workers
TikTok plugs Getty Images into its AI-generated ads and avatars
TikTok’s Symphony Creative Studio now integrates Getty Images, allowing advertisers to use licensed content for AI-generated ads. Features include AI avatars, multilingual dubbing, ad remixing, and multiple versions. This collaboration streamlines ad creation with access to Getty’s vast library, enhancing brands' ability to produce engaging, TikTok-specific content efficiently.
Turns out the zombie apocalypse isn’t as fun as they said it would be – Rebecca Solnit on our dangerously disconnected world
Rebecca Solnit observes that society’s increasing disconnection, driven by technology and urban isolation, resembles a “zombie apocalypse,” with individuals physically present but mentally disengaged.
Pro-Harris TikTok felt safe in an algorithmic bubble — until election day
TikTok’s hyperpersonalized algorithm shaped a false sense of optimism for Kamala Harris supporters by reinforcing their beliefs and isolating them from opposing views. This filter bubble created a distorted reality, fostering “hopium” that ignored broader public sentiment, highlighting the challenges algorithms pose for political campaigns and informed decision-making.
We’re all living inside Elon Musk’s misinformation machine now
Elon Musk transformed X (formerly Twitter) into a hub for right-wing politics, amplifying election misinformation and anti-immigrant conspiracies while supporting Trump’s reelection. Despite earlier struggles, X gained influence as a partisan platform. Musk’s political ambitions, combined with potential benefits for his companies, suggest his growing involvement in U.S. governance.
‘I’m going to sue the living pants off them’: AI’s big legal showdown – and what it means for Dr Strange’s hair
AI has given us the pope in a puffer, but it is also predicted to wipe out 200,000 entertainment jobs. We report from a crucial event in Portugal, full of angry artists, digital miracles â?? and a surprising amount of optimism
As a jaded tech journalist, I’m in a battle to keep ‘smart’ devices out of my home – despite my partner’s efforts | Victoria Turk
Victoria Turk, a tech journalist, resists her husband’s desire to introduce smart devices into their home, citing privacy concerns over data collection by appliances like app-enabled air fryers and smart doorbells.
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