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One man's online campaign to save a Hollywood icon
When an iconic theater closed, Ben Steinberg turned his social media into a pressure campaign. And it may have worked.
High-risk, manipulated content can remain on Facebook, Meta Oversight Board rules
The board recommends better labeling, but doesn't push for removal.
OpenAI denies allegations in teen death lawsuit
The company instead cites Adam Raine's past suicidal risk and his violation of ChatGPT policies.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Character.AI debuts choose-your-own-adventure Stories for teens
This will be the company's first major attempt to rebuild the experience for teens after banning them from open-ended chats.
What to know before you buy an AI toy
AI toys may look fun, but there's a lot to understand about how they can affect your child.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Grokipedia sourcing info from the internet's biggest neo-Nazi forum, researchers say
Cornell researchers found dozens of citations linking to Stormfront.
Did you know Apple launched a new product today? Get the Hikawa Phone Grip.
The quirky iPhone stand is also an accessibility device.
Amazon fends off greenwashing lawsuit after SCOTUS refuses to hear case
Planet Green v. Amazon sought to hold the retailer accountable for profiting off of allegedly dirty products.
Experts: AI chatbots unsafe for teen mental health
ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Meta AI consistently failed expert testing.
By Rebecca Ruiz
OpenAI announces new ChatGPT for Teachers
The secure workspace is free for verified educators (for now).
TikTok debuts 'affirmation' journal, soothing sounds
The video platform is going all in on relaxation and mindfulness tools.
By Rebecca Ruiz
San Francisco now has two driverless car options
The toaster-shaped vehicles are currently available for free.
Want to chat on Roblox? You'll need to verify your age.
The gaming platform will soon require age estimation in order to chat with other users.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Uber, Lyft face lawsuits from male drivers, claiming discrimination
The plaintiffs claim new safety features for women violate civil rights protections.
Deepfake 'Kirkification' memes are running rampant on social media
Old memes have been repurposed with the face of the slain conservative influencer.
5 strategies to avoid ChatGPT dependency
Avoid getting hooked on an AI chatbot by taking these steps.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Waymo to start taking freeway rides in select cities
The autonomous vehicle company announced new freeway capabilities.
By Rebecca Ruiz
New AI assistant helps refugees new to the U.S.
Multilingual ALMA is here to help newcomers to the U.S.
I broke up with my iPhone, and it felt like leaving a toxic relationship
Online advocate Lennon Torres couldn't abide by Apple's policies or the allegedly addictive nature of its marquee product.
By Lennon Torres
Can AI help nonprofits do more with less?
New data shows nonprofits are interested in using AI for good, despite concerns over safety and human impact.
Super Bowl sports bettors: Think twice about that parlay bet
Parlays can be a fun way to bet on games. They're also riskier than you think.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Gambling online? Try turning off push notifications.
With the Super Bowl approaching, it may seem unthinkable to turn off notifications. Here's why you should consider it.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Is online gambling contributing to Vegas' problems?
Visitors are down, but UNLV's Alan Feldman thinks Sin City's luck is about to change.
Lawsuits allege ChatGPT use led to suicide, psychosis
OpenAI is accused of design defects that had devastating consequences for users.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Discord launches new safety features following lawsuits
Parents will have more control and visibility of their teen's activity.
By Rebecca Ruiz
