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19 Jun 2025

AI's Impact on Entry-Level Jobs: Challenges and Opportunities for Gen Z

As AI reshapes the job market, Gen Z faces both challenges and opportunities in securing entry-level positions. Industry leaders and experts weigh in on the evolving landscape and the skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven workforce.

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18 Jun 2025

AI Startup Cluely's Viral Party Shutdown: When 'Cheat at Everything' Meets San Francisco's Tech Scene

Cluely, an AI startup known for its controversial 'cheat at everything' tool, attempted to host a massive afterparty following Y Combinator's AI Startup School event. The party, which drew thousands, was shut down by police before it could begin, creating a buzz in the tech community.

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Meta's AI Chatbot Sparks Privacy Concerns with Public 'Discover' Feed

Meta's new AI app inadvertently exposes users' private conversations, raising serious privacy concerns and highlighting the complex relationship between users and AI chatbots.

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Max Streaming Service Unveils AI-Powered Video Previews in Homepage Redesign

Max, soon to be renamed HBO Max, is rolling out a new homepage design featuring AI-selected video previews, aiming to enhance user experience while differentiating itself from Netflix's recent controversial redesign.

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17 Jun 2025

AI Chatbots Emerge as New Source for News Consumption, Especially Among Youth

A recent Reuters Institute survey reveals a growing trend of people, particularly young adults, turning to AI chatbots like ChatGPT for news updates and information verification.

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Instagram's Mass Account Bans Spark User Outrage and AI Suspicions

Instagram users face a wave of unexplained account bans, leading to widespread frustration and speculation about AI's role in content moderation.

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Apple Music's AutoMix: AI-Powered DJ Feature in iOS 26 Goes Viral

Apple's new AutoMix feature for Apple Music, part of iOS 26, uses AI to create seamless transitions between songs, mimicking a professional DJ. The feature has gone viral, sparking excitement among users and comparisons with Spotify.

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Wimbledon 2025 Introduces AI-Powered Fan Engagement Features

The All England Lawn Tennis Club and IBM unveil new AI-driven digital experiences for Wimbledon 2025, including 'Match Chat' and an enhanced 'Likelihood to Win' tool, aimed at revolutionizing fan engagement during the tournament.

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Shift in News Consumption: Podcasters and AI Chatbots Gain Ground as Traditional Media Declines

A new report reveals a significant shift in how Americans, especially younger generations, consume news, with social media, podcasters, and AI chatbots gaining prominence over traditional media sources.

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14 Jun 2025

Prime Video's AI-Powered 'Burn Bar' Revolutionizes NASCAR Broadcasts

Prime Video introduces the 'Burn Bar', an AI-powered tool that measures and displays real-time fuel usage in NASCAR races, enhancing viewer experience and bringing a new level of insight to race broadcasts.

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13 Jun 2025

Disney and Universal Sue AI Company Midjourney: A Landmark Battle for Hollywood's Future

Disney and Universal have filed a lawsuit against AI image generator Midjourney, alleging copyright infringement. This legal action could have far-reaching implications for the future of content creation and the role of traditional studios in the entertainment industry.

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AI-Generated Ad Debuts During NBA Finals, Sparking Debate on Future of Advertising

A $2,000 AI-generated ad for betting platform Kalshi aired during the NBA Finals, created using Google's Veo 3 text-to-video generator. The ad's quick production and low cost raise questions about the future of advertising and potential job displacement in the industry.

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Meta AI App's Privacy Concerns: Users Unknowingly Sharing Personal Information

Meta's new AI app is facing criticism for its confusing interface that leads users to inadvertently share private conversations publicly, raising serious privacy concerns.

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12 Jun 2025

Mattel and OpenAI Partnership Raises Concerns Over AI-Powered Toys for Children

Mattel's collaboration with OpenAI to develop AI-powered toys sparks debate on potential risks to children's development and privacy, while the companies emphasize safety and innovation.

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Meta Takes Legal Action Against AI 'Nudify' App Maker in Crackdown on Deepfake Nude Content

Meta has filed a lawsuit against Joy Timeline HK Limited, the maker of the AI 'nudify' app Crush AI, for repeatedly violating advertising policies on Facebook and Instagram. The tech giant is also implementing new measures to combat the spread of AI-generated explicit content across its platforms.

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