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Rian Johnson Releases His Scripts For 'Glass Onion' and 'Poker Face' Pilot
Rian Johnson has released the production screenplays for *Glass Onion* and *Poker Face* for free on his website, offering aspiring writers valuable resources to learn from his creative process in writing and directing.
Let’s ditch the tired tropes about video games – and research their impact properly | Pete Etchells
The perception of video games has evolved from a niche, negative stereotype to a mainstream cultural force, yet public and academic discussions remain limited, often focusing on harms. A new government research framework aims to address gaps by fostering robust studies, encouraging data sharing, and exploring both the benefits and risks of gaming.
Social media echo chambers and UFO hearings - ABC listen
Do social media echo chambers really exist? 17 academics dove into Facebook’s data to find out. And there are reports that Telsa hired a ‘diversion team’ to suppress complaints about the vehicles driving range. So, what repercussions could this have for the Tesla brand? Meanwhile, a whistleblower has made claims about alien bodies and UFO crash sites in a US Congress hearing. It comes as NASA is set to hand down its own report into UAPs, so what's going on? Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson, Future Transport Reporter at AAP and Cam Wilson, Deputy Editor at Crikey join Rae Johnston on Download This Show.
Is the AI boom already over?
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT initially sparked excitement and concern, with transformative potential and fears over job loss and misinformation. However, waning consumer interest, regulatory scrutiny, and accuracy issues have dimmed the hype. While Silicon Valley remains optimistic, flaws and uncertainties raise questions about whether generative AI can truly transcend its current limitations.
Streaming Crosses and Unprecedented TV Landmark
Streaming has surpassed traditional TV, with July 2023 marking the first time broadcast and cable viewership fell below 50%, according to Nielsen. YouTube and Netflix now dominate, accounting for 38.7% of TV watching in the U.S., reflecting a generational shift and the growing appeal of customizable, on-demand content.
The fandomization of news
Gen Z fell headfirst into the world of influencers forced to report on and police themselves.
How two pop culture Twitter accounts turned into the internet’s wire service
Pop Crave and similar accounts like Pop Base and Pop Tingz blend pop culture updates with political news, gaining popularity as informal, fast-paced, and accessible alternative news sources. Their rise highlights shifts in digital media consumption, driven by younger audiences seeking quick, incidental exposure to news on social platforms.
AI hysteria is a distraction: algorithms already sow disinformation in Africa
Global elections through 2024 face threats from AI-fueled disinformation, exacerbating longstanding issues with tech platforms like TikTok and Twitter. Exploiting weak algorithms, disinformation spreads easily, polarizing societies and undermining democracy, particularly in the Global South. AI’s rapid, extractive growth reflects existing injustices, demanding urgent regulation and accountability from tech corporations.
A tsunami of AI misinformation will shape next year’s knife-edge elections | John Naughton
The 2024 elections in the US and worldwide pose high stakes for democracy, with social media and generative AI amplifying disinformation. While tools like AI can create credible fake content at scale, efforts to counter these risks focus on public awareness. However, tech companies remain reluctant to curb misuse, prioritizing profits.
How Facebook does (and doesn’t) shape political views - The Verge
Recent studies examined Facebook's impact on political beliefs during the 2020 U.S. election, testing algorithmic changes like removing reshared posts or using chronological feeds. Results showed limited effects on polarization or attitudes, highlighting broader media ecosystem influences. While Meta enabled significant research access, critics noted limitations in independence and data transparency.
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