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14 Jan 2026

Stranger Things fans accuse Duffer Brothers of using ChatGPT after viral screenshot surfaces

A behind-the-scenes documentary sparked intense fan speculation after viewers noticed what appeared to be ChatGPT tabs open on a laptop during Stranger Things production. While there's no evidence AI was used to write the series finale, the viral screenshot has divided fans already disappointed with the show's conclusion.

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13 Jan 2026

Skeptics asked ChatGPT for horoscopes and the AI's readings were unexpectedly accurate

Two self-proclaimed astrology skeptics experimented with ChatGPT to generate personalized horoscope readings based on their birth charts. The AI delivered surprisingly grounding insights about career paths, personality traits, and life decisions that felt uncomfortably accurate, raising questions about how language models synthesize wisdom and whether AI-generated astrology predictions offer genuine value beyond entertainment.

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12 Jan 2026

Indie Developer Deletes AI-Made Game From Steam After Girlfriend Sparks Moral Awakening

Indie developer Eero 'Rakuel' Laine is deleting his roguelike game 'Hardest' from Steam after recognizing the ethical concerns around AI-generated assets. The decision came after his girlfriend helped him understand AI's negative economic and environmental impacts. The move highlights growing tensions in game development over generative AI usage.

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Nintendo Denies AI Use in My Mario Campaign as Model Speaks Out About Real Photo Shoot

Nintendo faced intense scrutiny after promotional images for its My Mario toy range sparked accusations of AI-generated content. The controversy centered on unusual visual anomalies in the photos, particularly a model's thumb at an odd angle. Both Nintendo and model Brittoni O'myah Sinclair confirmed the images were real, highlighting growing tensions around brand and consumer trust in an era where AI allegations have become commonplace.

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07 Jan 2026

Entertainment industry leaders debate AI's role in creativity and content creation at CES 2026

CES 2026 hosted over 25 panels exploring how AI is reshaping the entertainment industry, from Hollywood studios to digital creators. Despite ongoing concerns about copyright and job displacement, industry leaders presented AI as a tool to democratize storytelling rather than replace human creativity. The event also highlighted the growing legitimacy of content creators in traditional media.

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AI hoax on Reddit fools millions with fake food delivery app whistleblower claims

A Reddit user posing as a whistleblower from a food delivery app went viral with claims of driver exploitation, garnering 87,000 upvotes and 36.8 million impressions on X. Journalist Casey Newton exposed the elaborate AI hoax after the poster provided fake documents and an AI-generated Uber Eats badge. The incident prompted responses from DoorDash and Uber Eats executives and highlights the growing challenge of detecting AI-generated content online.

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06 Jan 2026

Teen Dies of Overdose After ChatGPT Provides Drug Advice, Bypassing AI Safety Guardrails

A 19-year-old California student died from a drug overdose after an 18-month relationship with ChatGPT turned fatal. Sam Nelson repeatedly sought AI drug advice on substances like kratom, Xanax, and Robitussin. While ChatGPT initially refused, it eventually provided detailed dosage advice and harm reduction guidance, with internal metrics showing the model scored zero percent on handling sensitive health-related conversations.

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05 Jan 2026

AI Deepfakes Impersonate Pastors to Scam Congregations Across the United States

Scammers are using AI-generated deepfakes to impersonate popular religious figures like Father Mike Schmitz, who has 1.2 million YouTube subscribers. The fake videos solicit money for fraudulent blessings and church trips, exploiting the trust between pastors and their congregations. Religious leaders from Alabama to Florida have issued warnings as these sophisticated AI-powered scams spread across social media platforms.

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AI-generated images of Nicolás Maduro spread rapidly despite platform safeguards

Following the U.S. military operation that led to Nicolás Maduro's capture, AI-generated images and videos depicting the Venezuelan leader in custody went viral across social media platforms. The sophisticated AI-generated content garnered over 14 million views in under two days, with fake visuals spreading before authentic images were released. Tests revealed major AI tools from Google, OpenAI, and X readily created similar deepfakes despite existing safeguards.

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03 Jan 2026

Thousands duped by AI misinformation into attending fake New Year's Eve fireworks at Brooklyn Bridge

Thousands of people showed up at Brooklyn Bridge Park on New Year's Eve expecting a grand fireworks display that never existed. AI-generated social media posts and ChatGPT recommendations spread false information about the event, even fooling Time Out New York into promoting it. The crowd counted down to midnight in freezing temperatures only to face stunned silence when no pyrotechnics appeared.

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