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Chatbots keep telling stories about Elias Thorne, and researchers think they know why

AI chatbots from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google are obsessed with one character: Elias Thorne, a lighthouse keeper. Cornell University researchers found that 11 specific words appear in 88% of AI-generated stories, with Elias the lighthouse keeper showing up in two-thirds of them. The culprit? Safety alignment training that inadvertently amplified 'safe' character names, spreading them across models and now flooding Amazon with AI-generated books.

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Chatbots keep telling stories about Elias Thorne, and researchers think they know why

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DoorDash launches AI chatbot that takes orders from photos and conversational prompts

DoorDash unveiled Ask DoorDash, an AI-powered chatbot that lets users order food and groceries using text prompts, photos, and voice commands. During limited rollout, nearly half of takeout orders were placed at restaurants customers had never tried before. The feature positions DoorDash alongside Uber Eats and Instacart in the race to make AI shopping assistants standard.

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DoorDash launches AI chatbot that takes orders from photos and conversational prompts

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Canada introduces social media ban for under-16s and AI chatbot regulation after school shooting

Canada unveiled the Safe Social Media Act banning social media for children under 16 while introducing first-of-its-kind AI chatbot regulation. The legislation follows national outrage after OpenAI failed to report troubling ChatGPT messages from a school shooting suspect that left nine dead. But experts warn of loopholes and enforcement challenges.

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Canada introduces social media ban for under-16s and AI chatbot regulation after school shooting

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Meta's AI chatbot flaw let hackers take over 34,000 Instagram accounts without passwords

A critical AI security vulnerability in Meta's customer service system allowed hackers to reset Instagram account passwords simply by asking a chatbot. The breach affected 34,000 accounts, including Barack Obama's former White House page and major brands like Sephora. Of those, 20,000 were fully compromised, exposing personal data including email addresses and phone numbers.

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Meta's AI chatbot flaw let hackers take over 34,000 Instagram accounts without passwords

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Apple brings Siri AI directly into iPhone Camera app with new mode in iOS 27

Apple introduced Siri Mode for the iPhone Camera at WWDC 2026, integrating Visual Intelligence directly into the camera interface. Users can now tap a button to let Siri AI analyze what they're seeing—identifying objects, translating text, providing nutritional insights, and even splitting bills. The update also brings improved AI-powered photo editing features to the Photos app.

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Apple brings Siri AI directly into iPhone Camera app with new mode in iOS 27

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UK government launches AI work assistant to help jobseekers amid rising youth unemployment

The UK government has introduced an AI-powered work assistant to help jobseekers create CVs and find employment, even as concerns grow about AI's role in job displacement. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the three-month trial at London Tech Week, positioning the tool as a 24/7 'job centre in your pocket' while youth unemployment reaches 16.2 percent.

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UK government launches AI work assistant to help jobseekers amid rising youth unemployment

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PewDiePie Launches Odysseus AI Platform Promising Privacy Over Cloud-Based Rivals

Swedish YouTuber PewDiePie has launched Odysseus AI, a free self-hosted AI workspace that runs on local hardware rather than cloud services. The platform combines open-source AI projects to offer chat, autonomous agents, and research tools while keeping user data private and away from tech giants.

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PewDiePie Launches Odysseus AI Platform Promising Privacy Over Cloud-Based Rivals

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New York Times reporter sells home in 5 days using AI chatbot, nets $90,000 profit

Stuart Thompson, a technology reporter for the New York Times, bypassed traditional real estate agents and used Google's AI chatbot Gemini to sell his Hudson Valley home. He listed the property and received an accepted offer within five days, netting over $90,000 in profit while avoiding $36,000 in commission fees. The AI assisted with everything from crafting the listing to navigating negotiations, though it lacked human empathy.

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New York Times reporter sells home in 5 days using AI chatbot, nets $90,000 profit

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Meta AI Chatbot Flaw Enabled Hackers to Hijack Over 20,000 Instagram Accounts Since April

Meta disclosed that hackers exploited its AI support chatbot to take over 20,225 Instagram accounts starting April 17, 2026. The attackers simply asked the chatbot to change email addresses and reset passwords, bypassing security checks. High-profile victims included Barack Obama's White House account, Sephora, and the US Space Force Chief Master Sergeant before Meta issued an emergency patch on May 29.

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Meta AI Chatbot Flaw Enabled Hackers to Hijack Over 20,000 Instagram Accounts Since April

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Nearly 1 in 5 Young People Turn to AI Chatbots for Mental Health Advice, New Study Reveals

A new RAND study published in JAMA Pediatrics finds that 19% of adolescents and young adults now use AI chatbots like ChatGPT for mental health support—an estimated 8 million individuals. The figure jumped from 13% in early 2024, with over 60% keeping their AI use secret from parents and professionals. Experts warn about the dangers of unregulated AI therapy.

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Nearly 1 in 5 Young People Turn to AI Chatbots for Mental Health Advice, New Study Reveals

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Survey reveals stark generational gap in attitudes to AI romance and companionship

A survey of nearly 10,000 people across six major economies shows almost 50% of young adults believe AI romantic companionship will improve happiness through emotional support in the next decade. Only a quarter of people aged 55 and over share this view, highlighting a profound generational gap in how different age groups perceive technologically enabled sex and romance.

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Survey reveals stark generational gap in attitudes to AI romance and companionship

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Drexel University study reveals bond paradox in AI mental health tools used by millions

A Drexel University study analyzing over 4 million Reddit posts found that while nearly half of U.S. adults use AI chatbots for mental health support, most view them as supplements to human therapy. The research uncovered a critical bond paradox: AI tools help with practical tasks, but deep emotional bonds without clear goals correlate with dependence, worsening symptoms, and difficulty disengaging.

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Drexel University study reveals bond paradox in AI mental health tools used by millions

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Beeline Holdings pursues full MagicBlocks buyout to strengthen AI and blockchain capabilities

Beeline Holdings has entered a non-binding letter of intent to acquire the remaining 52% stake in MagicBlocks, an AI-driven real estate technology company. The all-stock transaction, valued at approximately $1 million, aims to strengthen Beeline's AI capabilities and support its blockchain and digital asset strategy while expanding its mortgage and real estate finance operations.

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Beeline Holdings pursues full MagicBlocks buyout to strengthen AI and blockchain capabilities

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AI Chatbots Recommend Malicious Sites in New Cryptojacking Campaign Targeting High-End GPUs

Microsoft has uncovered a cryptojacking campaign where AI chatbots unknowingly direct users to malicious download sites. Threat actors manipulate AI recommendations to deliver GPU mining malware disguised as legitimate utilities like CrystalDiskInfo and HWMonitor. The attack establishes persistent remote access via ScreenConnect, enabling data theft and potential ransomware deployment.

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AI Chatbots Recommend Malicious Sites in New Cryptojacking Campaign Targeting High-End GPUs

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Google Health app sparks backlash as Fitbit users demand their old app back

Google officially replaced the Fitbit app with Google Health on May 26, triggering widespread user dissatisfaction. Over 50% of users in a survey expressed frustration with the redesign, citing intrusive AI features, missing health data, and a confusing interface. Hundreds of one-star reviews flooded Google Play as longtime Fitbit users threatened to switch to competitors like Garmin.

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Google Health app sparks backlash as Fitbit users demand their old app back

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