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Elon Musk and the new world order: the hijacking of the global conversation
Elon Musk’s influence on social media platforms raises concerns about the manipulation of public discourse and the erosion of democratic processes. While claiming to champion free speech, Musk’s actions demonstrate a disregard for truth and a willingness to exploit vulnerabilities for personal gain.
Meta never cared about factchecking. What it wants is friction-free oligarchy
Meta’s recent policy changes, including the elimination of its factchecking program, signal a shift towards appeasing political figures like Trump. This move, driven by political considerations rather than user safety, risks amplifying misinformation and hate speech. The consequences for vulnerable groups are likely to be severe, highlighting the concerning influence of political power on social media moderation.
A new era of lies: Mark Zuckerberg has just ushered in an extinction-level event for truth on social media | Chris Stokel-Walker
The internet is being flooded with low-quality AI-generated content, or “slop,” including images, text, and even AI-generated authors. While some platforms, like Facebook, embrace this slop, others, like Meta, have faced backlash for their AI-generated profiles.
AI-generated ‘slop’ is slowly killing the internet, so why is nobody trying to stop it? | Arwa Mahdawi
The internet is being flooded with low-quality AI-generated content, or “slop,” including images, text, and even AI-generated authors. While some platforms, like Facebook, embrace this slop, others, like Meta, have faced backlash for their AI-generated profiles.
The danger of Meta’s big fact-checking changes
Mark Zuckerberg announced sweeping policy changes for Meta’s platforms, including the removal of fact-checkers and a shift towards user-generated content moderation. These changes, aimed at appeasing Trump and his supporters, could lead to a rise in misinformation and hate speech.
‘You’re gonna find this creepy’: my AI-cloned voice was used by the far right. Could I stop it? | Georgina Findlay
AI voice cloning is leading to far-reaching consequences such as the spread of misinformation. This technology raises concerns about privacy, copyright, and the erosion of trust in institutions and communities.
Largely hidden commissions drive 'explosive growth' in affiliate marketing and Christmas gift guides
Affiliate marketing, a form of word-of-mouth advertising, is experiencing explosive growth, particularly during the Christmas season. While some affiliates prioritize transparency and disclose their relationships, others may prioritize higher commissions, potentially compromising trust. As the industry evolves, concerns arise about the authenticity of AI-generated content and the potential impact on genuine influencer marketing.
Is Your Beauty Sleep Extreme Enough?
TikTok influencers are promoting a “morning shed” routine, which includes using a pink chin strap to supposedly reduce double chins and alter facial structure. The trend continues to captivate audiences with its promise of overnight beauty.
‘I deleted news apps’: Guardian readers on how to stop doomscrolling
Guardian readers share strategies to curb doomscrolling, including deleting news apps, using time-locking apps, and switching to “dumb” phones, to reduce negative content consumption and improve mental health.
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.
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