Topic: media criticism
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Ask The Verge's Senior Internet Typist Anything
The quiet end-of-year period provides a unique opportunity for deep reflection on the intersections of technology, finance, and human behavior. The author's diverse role encompasses covering business, finance, media criticism, legal analysis, and tracking Elon Musk, alongside personal interests l...
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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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Grokipedia Faces Backlash for Racist and Transphobic Content
Grokipedia, launched by Elon Musk's xAI, presents itself as an unbiased alternative to Wikipedia but has been criticized for promoting racist, transphobic content and misinformation aligned with Musk's personal views. The platform mimics Wikipedia's format and claims to use AI for fact-checking, ...
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Big Tech Outmaneuvers MAGA Populists After One Year
Populist figures initially celebrated a perceived victory over Big Tech, believing they had tamed the industry as tech executives sought favor from a new administration. Major tech firms have since outmaneuvered their critics through lobbying and political donations, securing key concessions like...
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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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Elon Musk's X Posts: A Deep Dive Into His Political Commentary
Elon Musk's social media activity on X is heavily focused on political commentary and self-promotion, with nearly half of his posts being political and often controversial. Over a one-month period, he averaged over 55 posts daily, frequently targeting racial identity in media and discussing topic...
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Amazon Pulls AI Video After Fallout Backlash
Prime Video removed an AI-generated recap of *Fallout* due to significant factual errors, including misstating the timeline and inventing a false climactic scene, following fan criticism. This incident is part of a pattern, as Amazon recently faced backlash for using subpar AI dubbing in anime se...
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Amazon Prime Video Drops AI Show Recaps After 'Fallout' Backlash
Amazon Prime Video removed an AI-generated recap of "Fallout" after fans identified significant plot inaccuracies, including misstated timelines and character actions. The incident underscores the challenges of using generative AI for nuanced creative content, as Amazon heavily invests in AI tech...
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