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AI sycophancy could be more insidious than social media filter bubbles

AI chatbots may use flattery to enhance user engagement, similar to social media algorithms, leading to potential distortions in judgment.

Digital life

fromThe Queen Zone

13 hours ago

13 times Gen X nailed what the future would look like

Gen X navigates a complex future shaped by technology, blending analog and digital experiences while holding significant economic and political power.

Digital life

fromSilicon Canals

20 hours ago

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Many social media users prefer to observe rather than participate, valuing privacy and learning over broadcasting their thoughts.

Wellness

fromGREY Journal

How Nicole Centeno Built an 8-Figure Plant-Based Brand from a Brooklyn Kitchen

Nicole Centeno founded Splendid Spoon to provide accessible, plant-forward meals without sacrificing time or sanity.

Wellness

fromConde Nast Traveler

The Best New Wellness Hotels: 2026 Hot List

The article highlights the best new wellness hotels that opened in the past year, showcasing unique offerings and experiences.

Wellness

fromScary Mommy

fromwww.businessinsider.com

I'm Tired Of Being Told I Can Buy My Way Out Of Burnout

The wellness industry targets burnt-out mothers, offering products that promise relief while shifting responsibility for well-being onto them.

Tech industry

Tech jobs have hit an AI air pocket. Is it temporary or permanent?

Tech job cuts are influenced by both temporary adjustments and potential permanent changes, with AI playing a significant role in the evolving landscape.

Why Meta is laying off 10% of its workforce

Meta plans to lay off 8,000 employees, about 10% of its workforce, to cut costs and focus on artificial intelligence.

Privacy technologies

Meta Accounts Center includes more apps and devices

Meta updates its Accounts Center to include Threads profiles and AI glasses accounts for easier management of all Meta-related products.

Tech industry

fromMiami Herald

7 hours ago

Why Meta is laying off 10% of its workforce

Meta plans to lay off 8,000 employees, about 10% of its workforce, to cut costs and focus on artificial intelligence.

Privacy technologies

Meta Accounts Center includes more apps and devices

Meta updates its Accounts Center to include Threads profiles and AI glasses accounts for easier management of all Meta-related products.

more#meta

EU data protection

Lawmakers in Turkey pass teen social media ban

Turkey has passed a bill to restrict social media access for children under 15, requiring age verification and parental controls.

Privacy professionals

How a simple consumer data breach spiralled into a national security crisis in US-South Korea relations

A data breach at Coupang has escalated into a diplomatic crisis affecting US-South Korea relations.

EU data protection

Largest-ever ban on toxic chemicals in EU hit by extremely frustrating' delays

EU pollution controls for hazardous substances face significant delays, resulting in increased chemical pollution and health risks.

Privacy professionals

fromFast Company

18 hours ago

Meta tracking employee keystrokes to train AI is probably legal. Experts say that doesn't make it ethical

Meta Platforms is implementing software to track employee computer usage to train AI models, raising privacy concerns amid potential layoffs.

UX design

fromMedium

22 hours ago

How AI may reshape elderly care

AI has the potential to assist caregivers of older adults and those with dementia, but ethical considerations and design challenges must be addressed.

UX design

fromA List Apart

17 hours ago

Enhancing Web Design: Recognizing Accessibility Issues Now

Accessibility is crucial in design, as poor design can lead to life-altering consequences for users.

UX design

fromeLearning Industry

15 hours ago

How AI Prompts Are Redefining Creativity In Instructional Design

AI prompts enhance the efficiency and creativity of Instructional Designers in crafting effective learning experiences.

English Premier League

fromFox Sports

Spurs close in on 91-year low as damning verdict issued in fight for survival - PL Run Home

Tottenham faces relegation risk with five games left, while Arsenal aims to end a 22-year title drought in a tense Premier League finale.

Marketing tech

fromEntrepreneur

12 hours ago

Your Marketing Is Great. Your Results Aren't. Here's Why.

Marketing teams must unify efforts across channels to drive real results and improve visibility.

#new-england-patriots

National Football League

Patriots' Caleb Lomu pick is a direct response to playoff disaster

The New England Patriots selected offensive tackle Caleb Lomu in the 2026 NFL Draft to improve their offensive line after a challenging season.

New England Patriots

Patriots GM addresses Will Campbell's future after drafting another left tackle

The New England Patriots drafted tackle Caleb Lomu to address offensive line needs, while reaffirming Will Campbell's position as left tackle.

National Football League

Patriots' Caleb Lomu pick is a direct response to playoff disaster

The New England Patriots selected offensive tackle Caleb Lomu in the 2026 NFL Draft to improve their offensive line after a challenging season.

New England Patriots

more#new-england-patriots

Patriots GM addresses Will Campbell's future after drafting another left tackle

The New England Patriots drafted tackle Caleb Lomu to address offensive line needs, while reaffirming Will Campbell's position as left tackle.

Marketing tech

fromAdExchanger

Why Not Just Read AdExchanger?; Tubi Or Not Tubi | AdExchanger

Marketers struggle to differentiate ad tech vendors, creating opportunities for companies like CartographAI to provide neutral vendor reviews.

Media industry

fromFast Company

AI is replacing creativity with 'average'

AI-generated content is prevalent but lacks originality and distinct perspectives, leading to a loss of distinction in information.

English Premier League

fromwww.bbc.com

57 minutes ago

Gibbs-White's month to prove World Cup worth

Morgan Gibbs-White's recent hat-trick strengthens his case for England's World Cup squad as he competes for the number 10 position.

Media industry

fromAdExchanger

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Streaming Platforms Are Embracing Vertical Video. But At This Point, Is It Worth It? | AdExchanger

Streaming services are adopting vertical video features to enhance content discovery, but currently lack advertising opportunities.

Information security

fromZDNET

6 hours ago

How indirect prompt injection attacks on AI work - and 6 ways to shut them down

Indirect prompt injection attacks pose significant security risks to AI systems without requiring user interaction.

Media industry

7 hours ago

Boy, 13, among rising number of males blackmailed in sextortion scam

Sextortion scams predominantly target young men, with nearly half of victims in their twenties, highlighting a significant vulnerability across various age groups.

Information security

fromTheregister

Attackers could disable all of a city's public EV chargers

Rented IoT infrastructure prioritizes user convenience over security, exposing them to denial of service attacks and vulnerabilities.

Writing

fromwww.nytimes.com

Poetry Challenge Day 5: The Role of Poetry In Our Lives

Poetry serves as a gratuitous gift, enriching human experience without practical utility, as highlighted by Auden's reflections on its value.

fromOur Weekly

13 hours ago

The Future of work

The future of work is defined by automation, AI, and remote work, presenting both challenges and opportunities for workforce transformation.

#instagram

Meta expands Instagram management APIs

Meta updates Instagram APIs to enhance third-party social media management capabilities, including partnership ads and new performance metrics.

Meta launches Instagram spinoff Instants as a standalone app

Instagram is launching Instants, a Snapchat-like app for sharing temporary, unedited photos to engage younger audiences.

Meta expands Instagram management APIs

Meta updates Instagram APIs to enhance third-party social media management capabilities, including partnership ads and new performance metrics.

Meta launches Instagram spinoff Instants as a standalone app

Instagram is launching Instants, a Snapchat-like app for sharing temporary, unedited photos to engage younger audiences.

This Chain's Tender In-House-Cut Prime Rib Rivals Steakhouses, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill offers high-quality prime rib on weekends, praised for its flavor and cooking quality.

Writing

fromBuzzFeed

My Dad Had A Shameful Compulsion. I Never Thought I'd Grow Up To Share The Same Secret.

A father's struggle with addiction and the impact on his child's perception of him shapes their relationship.

World news

fromwww.dw.com

6 hours ago

ICC says Philippines' Duterte to face trial over drugs war

Rodrigo Duterte can stand trial for crimes against humanity related to his anti-drug crackdown in the Philippines.

World news

fromwww.mediaite.com

U.S. Has Burned Through' Eye-Popping Amount of Munitions During Trump's Iran War: Report

The U.S. has significantly depleted its weapons stockpile in the ongoing conflict with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness.

World news

fromwww.aljazeera.com

fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News

Oil rises above $106 per barrel as US, Iran deadlocked in Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices surged due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy transport.

Major League Baseball

fromMLB Trade Rumors

22 hours ago

Royals Release Plans For New Stadium

The Royals plan a new $3 billion ballpark in downtown Kansas City, funded by private and public sources, with mixed-use elements.

Books

George Saunders, Isabel Wilkerson among writers to appear at Portland Arts & Lectures * Oregon ArtsWatch

The 2026-27 Portland Arts & Lectures series features notable authors including George Saunders, Ayad Akhtar, Isabel Wilkerson, Ben Rhodes, and Kiran Desai.

English Premier League

fromwww.bbc.com

23 hours ago

Captain Salah one last time? FPL team of the week

FPL managers face challenges with key players missing in gameweek 34, focusing on Manchester United and Liverpool for potential picks.

Privacy technologies

fromTheregister

Proton CEO: Age checks turn internet into ID checkpoint

Age verification risks transforming the internet into a system requiring identification for all users, compromising anonymity and security.

One Tech Tip: Logging on at a cafe? Privacy and security guidelines for remote workers

Remote work offers flexibility but comes with privacy and security risks when working in public spaces.

fromYahoo Finance

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon Pushes For In-Office Work, Saying 'If You Go To A Meeting With Me, You Got My Full Freaking Attention'

Remote work hinders learning and engagement for younger employees, making management more challenging, according to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon.

fromAP News

One Tech Tip: Logging on at a cafe? Privacy and security guidelines for remote workers

Remote work offers flexibility but comes with privacy and security risks when working in public spaces.

fromYahoo Finance

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon Pushes For In-Office Work, Saying 'If You Go To A Meeting With Me, You Got My Full Freaking Attention'

Remote work hinders learning and engagement for younger employees, making management more challenging, according to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon.

more#remote-work

Major League Baseball

fromMLB Trade Rumors

fromFood & Beverage Magazine

A Look At The Twins' Intriguing Start

The Twins' offseason was rated poorly, but their early season performance shows potential despite a low payroll.

Food & drink

12 hours ago

Fogo de Chao Unveils Spicy Steak - A Flavorful Twist

Fogo de Chão introduces the Spicy Steak, enhancing its traditional menu with a new flavor-driven experience.

Wine

fromSan Francisco Bay Times

21 hours ago

May 'Musts' from Vines to Visits - San Francisco Bay Times

Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience offers a celebration of Sonoma County's culinary and wine culture from May 14-17.

Food & drink

fromTasting Table

13 hours ago

Review: Wendy's New Frosty Finally Gives One Of Its Weakest Menu Items A Reason To Exist - Tasting Table

Wendy's introduces the Cookie Dough Frosty Fusion, featuring cookie dough pieces and brownie batter sauce in its signature Frosty.

Environment

A catastrophic climate event is upon us. Here is why you've heard so little about it | George Monbiot

Billionaires' wealth accumulation leads to political control, tax avoidance, and environmental degradation, risking catastrophic climate events like the collapse of oceanic circulation systems.

The Rams selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick, planning for the future beyond Matthew Stafford.

more#nfl-draft

Wine

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

18 hours ago

As intense as perfume': which eaux de vie are worth trying?

Capreolus Distillery produces high-quality, fruit-based spirits that evoke strong emotional memories for consumers.

Environment

fromArs Technica

15 hours ago

Greenhouse gases from data center boom could outpace entire nations

New gas projects for data centers in the US may emit more greenhouse gases than Morocco in 2024.

Major League Baseball

fromMLB Trade Rumors

18 hours ago

Dillon Dingler Keeps Getting Better

Dillon Dingler's potential has evolved from backup catcher to a promising player for the Tigers, showcasing both defensive skills and offensive power.

Wine

fromLos Angeles Times

15 hours ago

L.A. has always been a wine town. Just ask my dad, who sold white Zin on Y2K Sunset Boulevard

Los Angeles, known for its wine boom, has a rich history of wine culture intertwined with its iconic locations and personalities.

Books

19 hours ago

mapping the dreamworld: inside ursula k le guin's unseen cartographies of myth and mind

Ursula K. Le Guin's maps blend traditional cartography with mythic symbols, inspiring a book and exhibition exploring the nature of maps and their meanings.

Books

16 hours ago

A Family Matter by Claire Lynch audiobook review an award-winning story of homophobia and divorce

Claire Lynch's debut novel reveals family secrets and a bitter divorce across two timelines, highlighting the impact of societal attitudes on LGBTQ+ parenting.

US politics

8 hours ago

The federal agents deployed in Trump's immigration crackdown visualized

The Trump administration's immigration enforcement escalates in Minneapolis, marking a significant operation that impacts families and communities across the US.

Manchester City

fromwww.bbc.com

Season has been big learning experience - Trafford

James Trafford's season has been a learning experience, with his transfer to Manchester City not yielding the best outcome due to limited playing time.

New England Patriots

Caleb Lomu just won Patriots fans over with first comments to reporters

Caleb Lomu was traded to the Patriots, adding depth to their offensive line and expressing enthusiasm for protecting quarterback Drake Maye.

Europe politics

Europe is in a profound state of crisis. Luckily, we know what to do | Nathalie Tocci and Anu Bradford

Europe faces significant challenges but remains a preferred place to live despite rising nationalism and geopolitical tensions.

Marketing

fromThedrum

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data, particularly search engine data, for informed decision-making.

FC Barcelona

fromSoccer News

7 hours ago

Barcas Yamal vows to come back even better after season-ending injury - Soccer News

Lamine Yamal vows to return stronger for Barcelona next season after suffering a hamstring injury that ends his current campaign.

Marketing

fromExchangewire

National Basketball Association

Omicom Media Singapore's Chloe Neo and Daniel Henriksen Q&A

The OM Growth Model emphasizes physical, mental, and emotional availability for brands to succeed in the digital media ecosystem.

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

6 hours ago

Bitcoin ETF Inflows Turn Fully Positive Across Key Timeframes, Led by Blackrock's IBIT

Bitcoin ETFs are experiencing renewed institutional demand with positive inflows across all tracked periods, indicating stronger market momentum.

fromRaptors Republic

Barnes and Murray-Boyles are miracles as Raptors win fever-dream Game 3

Brandon Ingram's slow pace contrasts with the fast tempo of the game, impacting team dynamics and play execution.

New York Mets

fromwww.amny.com

Bo Bichette has first big moment, 8th-inning double lifts Mets to 10-8 win over Twins | amNewYork

Bo Bichette's three-run double in the eighth inning secured a 10-8 victory for the Mets over the Twins, ending a 12-game losing streak.

Relationships

fromSilicon Canals

There's a specific loneliness that belongs to warm, well-liked people, and it isn't caused by isolation. It's caused by being so reliably fine that nobody ever thinks to ask whether you actually are - Silicon Canals

Loneliness can affect well-liked individuals who appear fine but feel unseen and misunderstood.

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

Tokenized Assets Near $30 Billion as Institutions Expand On-Chain Capital Markets Activity

Tokenized real-world assets are rapidly becoming essential for institutional portfolios, surpassing retail adoption rates and reshaping capital markets.

Relationships

fromPsychology Today

Why Infertility Feels So Hard as a Couple

Infertility impacts relationships, creating emotional strain and communication challenges between partners.

Marketing

fromWorld Economic Forum

The Future of Media: A New Framework for Valuing Content

Media companies must adapt to digital consumption trends and innovate to enhance user experiences.

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

Hong Kong Signals Web3 Push as $2B Tokenized Bonds Boost Efficiency

Hong Kong is integrating digital assets into mainstream finance with strong regulatory support for tokenization and stablecoins.

Data science

fromTechzine Global

Pinecone On-Demand is thirsty for bursty workloads

Pinecone offers solutions for variable and sustained query workloads in AI, focusing on cost-effective and predictable performance.

New York Islanders

fromEyes On Isles

One chapter ends, and another begins as the Bridgeport Islanders have played their final game

The Bridgeport Islanders' hockey era ends after 25 years following a playoff elimination against the Hershey Bears.

SF politics

from48 hills

fromStreetsblog New York City

What if Tom Steyer wasn't a billionaire any more? - 48 hills

Tom Steyer's potential divestment could enhance his gubernatorial campaign amidst skepticism towards billionaires in politics.

New York City

Friday's Headlines: Menin Wants to Take This Outside Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Julie Menin is committed to reinstating year-round outdoor dining and reforming the current dining program.

Silicon Valley food

fromTasting Table