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Privacy professionals
fromFOX 5 DC
1 day ago

Meta profited billions from scam ads while misleading users: lawsuit

Meta is accused of profiting from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram while misleading users about its efforts to combat them.
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago
Digital life

Meta will now allow parents to see the topics their child discussed with Meta AI | TechCrunch

Mental health
fromEngadget
20 hours ago

Meta will show parents the topics of their teens' AI conversations

Meta introduces features for parents to monitor teen interactions with AI on its platforms.
Privacy professionals
fromFOX 5 DC
1 day ago

Meta profited billions from scam ads while misleading users: lawsuit

Meta is accused of profiting from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram while misleading users about its efforts to combat them.
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

Meta will now allow parents to see the topics their child discussed with Meta AI | TechCrunch

Meta's new supervision tools allow parents to view topics their teens discuss with AI on Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Meta Is Sued Over Scam Ads on Facebook and Instagram

Consumer Federation of America sues Meta for allowing fraudulent ads on its platforms, violating DC consumer protection laws.
#fbi
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

NYT alleges FBI investigated reporter over story on Kash Patel's girlfriend

The FBI investigated a New York Times reporter over a story about security arrangements for the FBI director's girlfriend.
Media industry
fromJezebel
11 hours ago

Writing About the FBI Director's Girlfriend Now Warrants an FBI Investigation

Kash Patel misuses FBI resources to target journalists, raising concerns about government retaliation against the press.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

Sean Hannity Asks Kash Patel If FBI Investigated Journalist

FBI Director Kash Patel denies using agency resources against a journalist, claiming the report led to a death threat against his girlfriend.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

NYT alleges FBI investigated reporter over story on Kash Patel's girlfriend

The FBI investigated a New York Times reporter over a story about security arrangements for the FBI director's girlfriend.
Media industry
fromJezebel
11 hours ago

Writing About the FBI Director's Girlfriend Now Warrants an FBI Investigation

Kash Patel misuses FBI resources to target journalists, raising concerns about government retaliation against the press.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

Sean Hannity Asks Kash Patel If FBI Investigated Journalist

FBI Director Kash Patel denies using agency resources against a journalist, claiming the report led to a death threat against his girlfriend.
Digital life
fromFast Company
16 hours ago

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.
#trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Trump Lashes Out at Reporter Over War Question: Fake News People Like You'

Trump expressed frustration over questions about Iran's response time, emphasizing military successes and the impact of leadership changes in Iran.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

Jake Tapper Rides Trump for Demanding CNN Say JOB WELL DONE MR. PRESIDENT': Among Other Reasons'

President Trump demands credit for his actions regarding Iran, while Jake Tapper critiques this request during his commentary.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

CNN Table Erupts Over Trump Fake Assassination Take: Everybody's Looking at Me Weird!'

Conspiratorial claims about Trump's assassination attempt have gained traction among MAGA personalities, raising questions about transparency and credibility.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 days ago

Even when Trump deflects, the job is simple. Keep asking the question. - Poynter

Trump's threats against Iran raise concerns about potential war crimes under international law.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Trump Lashes Out at Reporter Over War Question: Fake News People Like You'

Trump expressed frustration over questions about Iran's response time, emphasizing military successes and the impact of leadership changes in Iran.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

Jake Tapper Rides Trump for Demanding CNN Say JOB WELL DONE MR. PRESIDENT': Among Other Reasons'

President Trump demands credit for his actions regarding Iran, while Jake Tapper critiques this request during his commentary.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

CNN Table Erupts Over Trump Fake Assassination Take: Everybody's Looking at Me Weird!'

Conspiratorial claims about Trump's assassination attempt have gained traction among MAGA personalities, raising questions about transparency and credibility.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 days ago

Even when Trump deflects, the job is simple. Keep asking the question. - Poynter

Trump's threats against Iran raise concerns about potential war crimes under international law.
#social-media
fromSilicon Canals
22 hours ago
Digital life

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

Digital life
fromSilicon Canals
22 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.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
2 weeks ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Tucker Carlson claims he never intentionally misled his audience. That's another lie. - LGBTQ Nation

Tucker Carlson expresses regret for supporting Trump, acknowledging the impact of his influence on public perception and the consequences of that support.
#ai-misuse
SF parents
fromPadailypost
7 hours ago

DA ordered to release fundraising records related to Stanford protesters

A judge ordered the release of fundraising records related to DA Jeff Rosen's prosecution of pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford.
#transgender-issues
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
12 hours ago

NY Times shareholder blasts paper's anti-trans coverage in heated call with publisher - LGBTQ Nation

The New York Times faces criticism for its coverage of transgender issues, with claims of contributing to discrimination against the trans community.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
12 hours ago

NY Times shareholder blasts paper's anti-trans coverage in heated call with publisher - LGBTQ Nation

The New York Times faces criticism for its coverage of transgender issues, with claims of contributing to discrimination against the trans community.
World news
fromPrx
11 hours ago

The World

Israeli forces killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil, prompting accusations of a war crime from Lebanese officials.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

The Guardian view on Anthropic's Claude Mythos: when AI finds every flaw, who controls the internet? | Editorial

Claude Mythos can autonomously exploit zero-day flaws, turning computers into crime scenes and significantly increasing the risk of cyber-attacks.
Health
fromFortune
1 day ago

Most people worldwide believe at least one of 6 common medical myths | Fortune

Health misinformation is widespread, with 70% of people globally believing at least one debunked health claim.
#ai
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck.Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck. - Harvard Gazette

New AI models may increase the risk of cybercriminals breaching secure systems, exposing personal data.
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Gov.uk says AI gaslighting Brits with stale Gov.uk data

Outdated GOV.UK pages are being scraped by AI, leading to inaccurate summaries and undermining public confidence in government information.
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck.Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck. - Harvard Gazette

New AI models may increase the risk of cybercriminals breaching secure systems, exposing personal data.
Data science
fromTECHBOOK
4 days ago

Google Search Spreads Millions of Misinformation Pieces Every Hour

Google's AI search summaries have a 91% accuracy rate, but this still results in significant misinformation.
Public health
fromKOMO
1 day ago

California moves toward banning 'predatory' social media for kids under 16

California is advancing a bill to ban social media accounts for children under 16 to combat addiction and mental health issues.
fromPoynter
2 days ago

Poynter relaunches most popular editing certificate for communicators and journalists - Poynter

"Great editors don't just fix copy, they care deeply about getting it right," said Kristen Hare, Poynter faculty and director of craft and local news. "This updated introductory certificate reflects the realities of how we work today and gives learners practical tools they can apply immediately."
Education
#student-journalism
Higher education
fromPoynter
3 days ago

As statehouse coverage shrinks, student journalists are stepping in to fill the void - Poynter

Student journalists at Franklin College cover the Indiana General Assembly, gaining real-world experience and filling gaps in legislative coverage.
Higher education
fromPoynter
3 days ago

As statehouse coverage shrinks, student journalists are stepping in to fill the void - Poynter

Student journalists at Franklin College cover the Indiana General Assembly, gaining real-world experience and filling gaps in legislative coverage.
#alex-jones
Silicon Valley
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

Breaking Free From Alex Jones

Josh Owens shares his experiences working for Alex Jones and the impact of conspiratorial media on personal beliefs and moral judgment.
US politics
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Alex Jones Strips in Rant About The Onion, InfoWars Deal

Alex Jones ranted about The Onion's control of InfoWars, claiming they are 'bodysnatchers' and discussing skin in a bizarre tirade.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

Breaking Free From Alex Jones

Josh Owens shares his experiences working for Alex Jones and the impact of conspiratorial media on personal beliefs and moral judgment.
US politics
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Alex Jones Strips in Rant About The Onion, InfoWars Deal

Alex Jones ranted about The Onion's control of InfoWars, claiming they are 'bodysnatchers' and discussing skin in a bizarre tirade.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

That is False': Ace Reporter Hammers Senate Dem For Wrongly Using His Reporting At Hearing

Sen. Ruben Gallego misrepresented Trump's comments about Kevin Warsh's commitment to interest rate cuts during a confirmation hearing.
Social media marketing
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 day ago

How Extremist Groups Are Sharing a Global Media Strategy

Adversarial groups are adopting a universal media strategy, learning from each other to enhance their communication methods across various platforms.
Public health
fromFortune
1 day ago

70% of people believe at least one divisive health claim. Science needs a new playbook | Fortune

Health communicators must recognize the widespread skepticism about health recommendations, with 70% of people believing divisive health claims.
#journalism
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Stop blaming Big Tech. Start rebuilding journalism

Fighting Big Tech for compensation is not the main battle for journalism's survival; rebuilding trust and embracing technology is essential.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Stop blaming Big Tech. Start rebuilding journalism

Fighting Big Tech for compensation is not the main battle for journalism's survival; rebuilding trust and embracing technology is essential.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Bluesky set out to fix social media. Now it's running into familiar problems

Bluesky experienced rapid growth after Trump's 2024 win but now struggles with user retention and a sustainable business model.
World politics
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

Fact-checking is crucial when the news moves this fast - Poynter

The U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iranian targets, prompting extensive fact-checking on claims regarding military capabilities and misinformation.
Photography
fromThe Phoblographer
2 weeks ago

Our Staff is All Human. Can Other Publications Say the Same?

Phoblographer aims to reduce reliance on big photo retailers and banner ads by promoting a subscription model for sustainability.
Media industry
fromwww.bloomberg.com
2 days ago

FTC Drops Ad Boycott Data Demands Made to Media Matters, Others

The FTC withdrew document demands from groups tracking online misinformation after settling antitrust claims against major advertisers.
#kash-patel
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Kash Patel Gets Into Heated Exchange Over Lawsuit Confusion

Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic for $250 million over alleged false reporting about his career and personal conduct.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Kash Patel Gets Into Heated Exchange Over Lawsuit Confusion

Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic for $250 million over alleged false reporting about his career and personal conduct.
#fact-checking
Online Community Development
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

Fact-checking has to go where misinformation actually spreads - Poynter

Fact-checking must evolve from traditional metrics to address the fragmented and informal nature of today's information ecosystem.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

State of the Fact-Checkers: Audiences grow as finances worsen - Poynter

Fact-checking organizations expanded their audiences in 2025 despite financial vulnerabilities, with significant shifts in funding sources and staffing.
Online Community Development
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

Fact-checking has to go where misinformation actually spreads - Poynter

Fact-checking must evolve from traditional metrics to address the fragmented and informal nature of today's information ecosystem.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

State of the Fact-Checkers: Audiences grow as finances worsen - Poynter

Fact-checking organizations expanded their audiences in 2025 despite financial vulnerabilities, with significant shifts in funding sources and staffing.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

FBI Investigated NY Times Reporter Who Wrote Unflattering Kash Patel Story

The FBI started investigating Elizabeth Williamson, a Washington DC based features writer for the Times, in March after she penned a report on Patel's use of government resources to give his country singer girlfriend Alexis Wilkins both security and transportation.
Media industry
#ai-regulation
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Video: Opinion | The Hypocrisy of OpenAI and Palantir

Tech companies publicly support A.I. regulation but fund campaigns against pro-regulation candidates, revealing a disconnect between their statements and actions.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Video: Opinion | The Hypocrisy of OpenAI and Palantir

Tech companies publicly support A.I. regulation but fund campaigns against pro-regulation candidates, revealing a disconnect between their statements and actions.
#amy-goodman
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Amy Goodman's Journalism Is More Urgent Now Than Ever

Amy Goodman celebrates 30 years of Democracy Now!, a program airing on 1,500 stations, recognized for impactful journalism and activism.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Indie News Queen Who's Not Done Pissing Off the Powerful

Amy Goodman, a prominent journalist, is the focus of the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!', showcasing her relentless pursuit of truth.
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Amy Goodman's Journalism Is More Urgent Now Than Ever

Amy Goodman celebrates 30 years of Democracy Now!, a program airing on 1,500 stations, recognized for impactful journalism and activism.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Indie News Queen Who's Not Done Pissing Off the Powerful

Amy Goodman, a prominent journalist, is the focus of the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!', showcasing her relentless pursuit of truth.
Media industry
fromPoynter
21 hours ago

Judge dismisses Kash Patel's defamation lawsuit against MS NOW analyst's 'nightclubs' comment - Poynter

A federal judge dismissed Kash Patel's defamation lawsuit against Frank Figliuzzi, stating the comments were rhetorical hyperbole and not actionable.
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Digital memory at stake: News outlets block Wayback Machine

The Internet Archive faces challenges as major media outlets block access to its content due to fears of AI misuse.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

Erstwhile Competition; What We Lose By Gamifying The News | AdExchanger

ChatGPT Ads currently lacks advanced targeting options and news publishers are experimenting with gamified news prediction markets.
Media industry
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

It Was a Bold, Multimillion-Dollar Experiment. They Wanted to Change Cable News Forever. What They Actually Did Was Far More Revealing.

Modern cable news struggles due to partisanship, prompting networks like NewsNation to adopt a centrist approach to attract viewers.
#plagiarism
Media industry
fromFuturism
6 days ago

A Prominent PR Firm Is Running a Fake News Site That's Plagiarizing Original Journalism at Incredible Scale

National Today is accused of blatant plagiarism by rewording and stealing content from various publications without crediting the original sources.
Media industry
fromPoynter
6 days ago

News organizations reconsider ties to AI company Nota after plagiarism findings - Poynter

Nota faced backlash and lost clients after extensive plagiarism was discovered in its AI-generated news articles.
Media industry
fromFuturism
6 days ago

A Prominent PR Firm Is Running a Fake News Site That's Plagiarizing Original Journalism at Incredible Scale

National Today is accused of blatant plagiarism by rewording and stealing content from various publications without crediting the original sources.
Media industry
fromPoynter
6 days ago

News organizations reconsider ties to AI company Nota after plagiarism findings - Poynter

Nota faced backlash and lost clients after extensive plagiarism was discovered in its AI-generated news articles.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Betting on the news raises ethical questions for journalists

Newsrooms are partnering with prediction market platforms while prohibiting staff from using them, creating a conflict in journalism ethics.
#ai-in-journalism
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 week ago

How Poynter reported the AI plagiarism story that rattled journalism - Poynter

An AI company, Nota, faced backlash for plagiarizing local journalists' work, raising concerns about AI's role in journalism.
Media industry
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The stigma around AI in journalism may be easing, but trust is still fragile

There is a growing acceptance of AI in journalism, despite initial reluctance and a recent controversy over AI-generated content.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 week ago

How Poynter reported the AI plagiarism story that rattled journalism - Poynter

An AI company, Nota, faced backlash for plagiarizing local journalists' work, raising concerns about AI's role in journalism.
Film
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Media Is Changing, and Democracy Hangs in the Balance

Dwindling attention, business changes and technology enable disinformation; rebuilding local journalism requires media literacy, nonprofit experiments, and generational time to restore news for democracy.
Media industry
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Blatantly fake news about college sports spreads like wildfire in the absence of player payday details

The transfer portal has sparked chaos in college basketball, leading to misinformation and confusion about player transfers and NIL deals.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The FCC Has a Fast Lane for Complaints About Trump's Media Critics

A conservative legal group expedited a complaint against Jimmy Kimmel and ABC by directly contacting the FCC chairman's office, bypassing standard procedures.
Media industry
fromDigiday
1 week ago

'I'm playing the long game': Journalists are striking out alone and discovering the business is toughest beat of all

Independent journalism has potential but struggles with business fluency, as many journalists lack developed strategies for monetization.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 week ago

How the Internet Broke Everyone's Bullshit Detectors

Synthetic media is reshaping information warfare, prioritizing speed and virality over accuracy in online content.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

After a routine code rejection, an AI agent published a hit piece on someone by name

Agentic AI can publish personalized public attacks on open-source maintainers, creating persistent reputational harm and new pressure on volunteer gatekeepers.
Digital life
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 months ago

Media Literacy Isn't Enough Anymore

Media literacy remains necessary but is insufficient; systemic and platform-level changes are required because AI, scale, and engagement design overwhelm individual judgment.
Media industry
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why societal change and technology may be key to Americans regaining trust in the news media

New models for news dissemination are needed to restore trust and adapt to younger consumers' habits.
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