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Why the era of cheap streaming is over
Streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus have increased prices, leading consumers to adopt strategies like “serial churning”—subscribing and unsubscribing based on content preferences—to manage costs.
Elon Musk’s X v Australia’s online safety regulator: untangling the tweet takedown order
Musk calls eSafety chief a 'censorship commissar' while PM brands Musk an â??arrogant billionaireâ?? over videos of alleged church stabbing. What is going on?
Court orders Elon Musk's X to block Sydney church stabbing footage
Australia's online safety watchdog said the social media platform should shield the 'graphic' video from all users, not just Australians, saying it would cause 'irreparable harm' if it continued to circulate, leading a court to order a far wider block.
The Guardian view on smartphones and children: a compelling case for action | Editorial
The Guardian editorial argues for stricter regulation of smartphone use by children, citing a correlation between increased smartphone use and rising mental health issues. While acknowledging potential counterarguments, the editorial contends that the risks of inaction outweigh the benefits of unchecked smartphone access for young people.
‘Time is running out’: can a future of undetectable deepfakes be avoided? | Deepfake | The Guardian
The rapid advancement of generative AI, particularly image generators, poses a significant challenge in detecting deepfakes. While manual detection methods exist, they are time-consuming and becoming increasingly ineffective as AI models improve. Tech companies are implementing labeling and watermarking standards, but their universal adoption remains uncertain, and the psychological impact of labeling on viewers is a concern.
Social media is making kids sad – and it’s bad news for democracy | Van Badham
Young people have been made to fear an outside world that is actually safer than the one theyâ??re exposed to online
‘It’s very easy to steal someone’s voice’: how AI is affecting video game actors
The increased use of AI to replicate the voice and movements of actors has benefits but some are concerned over how and when it might be used and who might be left short-changed
The slow death of Twitter is measured in disasters like the Baltimore bridge collapse
The online response to the Baltimore bridge collapse exemplifies the decline of Twitter as a reliable source for breaking news. Conspiracy theories and misinformation spread rapidly, overshadowing verified information and causing distress to the local community. While some best practices can mitigate the spread of misinformation, the fleeting nature of online trends offers little solace to those affected by the tragedy.
Problems with eye contact, attention and emotional regulation linked to high screen time, researcher says
A developmental psychologist says children who spend too much time in front of a screen can develop social and emotional problems well into adolescence.
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