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As Australia’s teen social media ban looms, here’s how the platforms are lobbying for an exemption
The Australian government is set to announce which social media platforms will be included in the under-16s ban. Meta, YouTube, TikTok, and Snapchat are lobbying for exemptions, highlighting their safety features and educational benefits. The government remains firm, citing adverse mental health impacts on young people from social media engagement.
18 months. 12,000 questions. A whole lot of anxiety. What I learned from reading students’ ChatGPT logs
Three undergraduates allowed access to their 18-month ChatGPT log, revealing extensive use for academic research, essay writing, career counselling, and more. While AI assistance can be helpful, it raises concerns about academic integrity and the potential for misinformation, especially in sensitive areas like mental health.
What is Stop Killing Games? Millions back EU petition to shape future of video game industry
Across the internet in recent weeks, influencers, streamers and video game fans have been calling for laws to "stop killing games".
AI summaries cause ‘devastating’ drop in audiences, online news media told
The article describes the impact of AI summaries on online news media. The article highlights that AI summaries can reduce clickthrough rates by up to 80%, posing a significant threat to news outlets. The article also mentions that Google has refused to share data on the impact of AI summaries, making it difficult for news organizations to assess the full extent of the problem.
Age verification is coming to search engines in Australia – with huge implications for privacy and inclusion | Samantha Floreani
The article describes the upcoming implementation of age verification requirements for search engines in Australia. The article highlights the potential implications for privacy, digital inclusion, and access to information. It also raises concerns about the effectiveness of age verification technology and the potential for overreach in content moderation.
AI Slop: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
John Oliver explains why you’ve been seeing more AI-generated content online, the harm it can do, and – sadly – why it is threatening his marriage. Do you hear us, cabbage Hulk?
‘You can make really good stuff – fast’: new AI tools a gamechanger for film-makers
AI tools are revolutionising film-making, enabling directors to produce high-quality content quickly and cost-effectively. However, this raises copyright concerns, as AI models are trained on copyrighted material without creator consent. Despite this, the potential for AI-driven creativity is enormous, with experts predicting a significant shift in the entertainment industry.
Face age and ID checks? Using the internet in Australia is about to fundamentally change
The article describes the Australian government's plan to require online services to verify users' ages. The plan aims to protect children from accessing inappropriate content online. The article also highlights concerns about the effectiveness of age assurance technology and the potential for overreach by the government.
An AI-generated band got 1m plays on Spotify
An AI‑generated band named The Velvet Sundown amassed over a million Spotify streams before revealing their music, backstory, and images were all created using AI tools like Suno and ChatGPT . Music industry insiders are calling for mandatory labeling of AI‑made content to preserve transparency and protect human creators. Streaming services like Deezer have begun tagging such tracks, but Spotify currently lacks this disclosure, prompting growing ethical concerns .
You’re Not Addicted to Content, You’re Starving for Information
Hank Green rejects the idea that social media is like cigarettes—purely addictive and harmful—and instead compares it to food. Information, like food, can nourish or harm depending on its quality. In a world of information abundance, platforms compete to make content hyper-palatable, often at the cost of depth and truth. The solution isn’t abstinence but building cultural awareness and better habits—learning to recognize and avoid junk information while seeking out what truly feeds us.
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