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AI is killing the old web, and the new web struggles to be born

The web is transforming as AI systems scale, producing cheap, often unreliable content that competes with human-created material. Platforms like Google, Reddit, and Stack Overflow are grappling with AI’s impact, leading to debates over quality, monetization, and control.

How Wes Anderson uses miniatures

The video “How Wes Anderson Uses Miniatures” delves into the filmmaker’s distinctive use of miniatures to craft his unique visual style. It explores how Anderson employs scale models to create intricate, whimsical worlds that enhance storytelling and evoke

10 Cinematography Tips Inspired by Roger Deakins

Roger Deakins, a legendary cinematographer, inspires filmmakers with techniques like mastering natural lighting, thoughtful composition, purposeful camera movement, effective color and shadow use, and meticulous detail. His work emphasizes collaboration, practical effects, innovation, and continuous learning, offering a

What’s really changed 10 years after the Snowden revelations?

Edward Snowden’s 2013 revelations exposed mass surveillance by the NSA, sparking global debate on privacy and government oversight. While his disclosures led to legal reforms and increased transparency, critics argue they only made modest changes. A decade later,

AI is already causing unintended harm. What happens when it falls into the wrong hands? | David Evan Harris

Meta’s semi-open-source AI, LLaMA, leaked online, raises risks of misuse by malicious actors, such as election interference and deepfakes. While Meta may profit by dominating AI, safety concerns grow as platforms struggle to counter abuses. Experts urge stricter

What will stop AI from flooding the internet with fake images?

Google, Adobe, Microsoft, and other tech companies are trying new ways to label content made by AI.

AI automated discrimination. Here’s how to spot it.

AI systems inherit biases from their human creators, leading to discrimination that disproportionately affects marginalized communities. These biases emerge from flawed training data, systemic inequities, and unchecked algorithms, influencing decisions in justice, healthcare, hiring, and more. Reducing AI

'Should We Be Concerned?': Josh Hawley Asks OpenAI Head About AI's Effect On Elections - YouTube

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) questions OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in today's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.

AI journalism is getting harder to tell from the old-fashioned, human-generated kind | Ian Tucker

The article explores the rise of AI-generated content in journalism, highlighting ethical concerns and challenges in distinguishing human writing from chatbot output. It discusses the mixed impact of AI on accuracy, creativity, and transparency, emphasizing the importance of

Drake’s AI clone is here — and Drake might not be able to stop him

AI-generated music has gone viral on TikTok, with creators using tools to mimic famous artists' voices. While these tracks attract millions of views, they raise complex legal questions about copyright, publicity rights, and ethical concerns. As AI technology