Topic: media criticism
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The Rise of Right-Wing 'New Media'
The term "new media" in Washington has shifted from describing digital-native outlets to serving as a coded label for conservative-aligned entities that align with MAGA perspectives and adhere to specific ideological commitments. Republican leaders and the Trump administration institutionalized t...
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Republicans Honor Charlie Kirk by Challenging First Amendment
Recent events have placed the Republican Party in a contradictory position regarding free speech, as some members advocate for measures against hate speech following the death of commentator Charlie Kirk, conflicting with traditional conservative support for expansive speech freedoms. Prominent f...
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AI Startup Friend's $1M Subway Ad Blitz
Friend, a new wearable AI device, is being heavily promoted in the New York City subway system with a marketing campaign costing over one million dollars and featuring thousands of ads. The campaign is described as a major gamble for the startup, aiming to generate buzz despite the CEO acknowledg...
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Inside LA Comic Con's AI-Powered Stan Lee Hologram
A life-sized, AI-powered avatar of Stan Lee will appear at LA Comic Con, allowing fans to interact with the hologram for a fee, offering a novel tribute to his legacy. The announcement has faced significant backlash on social media and in media outlets, with critics calling the concept disrespect...
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How Bias Corrupts Medical Practice
The White House's "Make America Healthy Again" report was criticized for including fabricated citations, likely generated by AI, which undermines its recommendation to address the scientific replication crisis. AI's tendency to invent information, or "hallucinate," poses risks in legal and medica...
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