Meta to Pull All Political Ads in EU Ahead of New Transparency Law In a groundbreaking move, Meta has announced its decision to pull all political advertisements in the European Union. This strategic decision comes in anticipation of the EU’s Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising (TTPA) regulation coming into effect. The TTPA regulation is […]
OpenAI halts Sora videos of Martin Luther King Jr. after deepfake backlash
OpenAI Halts Sora Videos of Martin Luther King Jr. After Deepfake Backlash OpenAI, the groundbreaking artificial intelligence research lab, has recently made a controversial decision to halt users from generating videos of Martin Luther King Jr. on its Sora platform. This move comes in response to significant backlash surrounding the use of deepfake technology to […]
Teenagers turn to AI for learning but struggle to spot false information
Teenagers Turn to AI for Learning but Struggle to Spot False Information In this digital age, teenagers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to aid them in their academic pursuits. With the convenience of virtual assistants and AI-powered tools, most students now rely on these technologies to assist them with schoolwork, research, and studying. […]
Grok to get new AI video detection tools, Musk says
Grok to Get New AI Video Detection Tools, Musk Says In the era of rapidly advancing technology, the prevalence of deepfakes has become a growing concern for many individuals and organizations. As the dissemination of manipulated videos continues to rise, the need for reliable tools to detect and verify the authenticity of digital media has […]
Meta faces fines in Netherlands over algorithm-first timelines
Meta Faces Fines in Netherlands Over Algorithm-First Timelines Meta, the tech giant formerly known as Facebook, is facing fines in the Netherlands over its use of algorithm-first timelines. This development comes as a result of a ruling based on EU law, which applies exclusively in the Netherlands. The situation underscores the complexities of enforcing regulations […]
YouTube settles Donald Trump lawsuit over account suspension for $24.5 million
YouTube Settles Donald Trump Lawsuit Over Account Suspension for $24.5 Million YouTube, one of the largest video-sharing platforms globally, recently reached a settlement in a lawsuit filed by former US President Donald Trump. The lawsuit stemmed from YouTube’s decision to suspend Trump’s account following the 6 January 2021 Capitol riot. This move is part of […]
Bye Bye Google AI hides unwanted AI results in Search
Bye Bye Google AI: New Extension Empowers Users to Control Search Results In the digital age, Google Search has become an indispensable tool for finding information quickly and efficiently. However, as the search engine has evolved, so too have the algorithms that determine the results we see. While AI-generated results and sponsored links can be […]
YouTube rolls back rules on Covid-19 and 2020 election misinformation
YouTube Rolls Back Rules on Covid-19 and 2020 Election Misinformation YouTube, one of the largest video-sharing platforms globally, has recently made a significant decision regarding its rules on Covid-19 and 2020 election misinformation. The platform has announced that accounts suspended under the old rules, including groups linked to prominent figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., […]
Meta Set to Face EU Finding It Failed to Police Illegal Posts
Meta Under Fire for Failing to Police Illegal Posts on Facebook and Instagram The European Commission is gearing up to make a significant move against Meta, the parent company of social media giants Facebook and Instagram. According to a recent report by Bloomberg, the Commission is set to issue preliminary findings that Meta has fallen […]
When language models fabricate truth: AI hallucinations and the limits of trust
When Language Models Fabricate Truth: AI Hallucinations and the Limits of Trust In the realm of artificial intelligence, language models have revolutionized the way we interact with technology and information. These sophisticated systems are capable of processing vast amounts of data, generating human-like text, and even engaging in conversations. However, as powerful as they may […]