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‘It’s basically inaccessible without a phone’: are kids losing their love for music?

Children used to obsessively put CDs and 7-inches on repeat, but streaming means they need digital devices and parental permission to play music. And thereâ??s little being done to help

Spam, junk … slop? The latest wave of AI behind the ‘zombie internet’

The article discusses the rise of AI-generated content, termed "slop," which floods the internet with low-quality material. This phenomenon, likened to a "zombie internet," diminishes genuine human interaction online.

World is ill-prepared for breakthroughs in AI, say experts

Leading AI experts, including Geoffrey Hinton and Yoshua Bengio, warn that governments are unprepared for rapid AI advancements. They advocate for stricter regulations and proactive safety measures.

Story Structure 101 - Build the Perfect Plot for Your Film

The article outlines key strategies for building effective film story structure, emphasizing the importance of strong plots. It covers the three-act structure, character arcs, plotting techniques like outlines and beat sheets, and notable frameworks like the Hero's Journey

Newsrooms are experimenting with generative AI, warts and all

AI may shore up an industry experiencing economic headwinds. But in a field where professional ethics and public trust are particularly important, it’s a risky endeavor.

Put it down! Should children be allowed smartphones? - podcast

The podcast explores the debate over whether children should be allowed smartphones, weighing the benefits and risks. Experts discuss the impact of screen time on mental health, social development, and safety.

Laughing, chatting, singing, GPT-4o is AI close to human, but watch out: it’s really not human | Chris Stokel-Walker

OpenAI’s new GPT-4o model, with its improved voice and video interactions, may make AI more accessible to the general public. Despite its impressive mimicry of human interaction, AI is still artificial and not truly intelligent.

Listen to Some of the First Single-Text Prompt AI-Generated Songs

ElevenLabs is pushing the boundaries of AI-generated music, creating songs from a single text prompt without edits. The AI produces professional-sounding tracks, raising questions about licensing and the future of music creation.