New York details its plans for online age verification rules
Anna Washenko / engadget - Last year, New York joined the wave of states passing legislation aimed at protecting minors using the Internet, particularly social media. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act and the New York Child Data …
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California lawmakers pass AI safety bill SB 53 — but Newsom could still veto
Anthony Ha / techcrunch - The state's landmark safety bill sets new transparency requirements for large AI companies.
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Investigators Probe Charlie Kirk Killing for Co-Conspirators
Utah authorities are deep into the investigation of Charlie Kirk’s murder, hunting for any accomplices in what has turned into a politically charged bloodhound chase. While the inquiry follows standard procedure, some commentators can’t help but offer their own spicy takes on the motives behind this grim case.
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Albania deploys AI minister to fight corruption
Maria Garcia / implicator - Albania just appointed the world's first AI government minister to handle all public procurement. Diella promises corruption-free contracts as the country races toward EU membership by 2027. But can algorithms resist human manipulation?
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FTC Launches Inquiry on How AI Chatbots Affect Kids: Engagement Tactics, Data Use, and Risk Controls
Prabhanu Kumar Das / medianama - Under section 6(b) the FTC is seeking this extensive information on the practices of AI chatbots of 7 firms, like Meta, xAI, OpenAI, on how they monetise user engagement, process user inputs and generate outputs. The post FTC Launches Inquiry on How AI Ch…
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Epstein emails expose shadowy gift networks and tactics
Recently released emails detailing Jeffrey Epstein’s operations reveal intricate gift networks, PR maneuvers, and bizarre personal habits. The disclosures offer a fresh, unsettling look behind the curtain of Epstein’s controversial financial dealings and have reignited debates over accountability.
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Even killings are content
Mia Sato / theverge - Minutes after news that right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk had been shot at a planned campus event at Utah Valley University, the wheels of social media engagement farming and clout chasing had already begun to grind to life. Kirk, despite being in his 30…
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Senator blasts Microsoft for 'dangerous, insecure software' that helped pwn US hospitals
Carly Page / theregister - Ron Wyden urges FTC to probe failure to secure Windows after attackers used Kerberoasting to cripple Ascension Microsoft is back in the firing line after US Senator Ron Wyden accused Redmond of shipping "dangerous, insecure software" that helped cybercroo…
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Peter Mandelson sacked as UK ambassador to the US over Epstein links - Financial Times
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Ted Cruz’s new bill would let AI companies set their own rules for up to 10 years
Elissa Welle / theverge - On Wednesday, Sen. Ted Cruz introduced legislation to create a regulation "sandbox" that would allow artificial intelligence companies to experiment with minimal federal oversight. The SANDBOX Act, if passed by Congress, would allow companies to apply for…
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Judge rules Donald Trump cannot fire Federal Reserve’s Lisa Cook for now - Financial Times
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Macron appoints Sébastien Lecornu as France’s new prime minister - Financial Times
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New MAHA report sparks debate over US children’s health policies
A controversial MAHA report on US children’s health has ignited debate as it targets food and drug marketing practices and vaccine‐related issues. Released amid heightened scrutiny over vaccine safety and health policies—with RFK Jr. among its critics—the report has sparked a fresh wave of controversy over public health standards.
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Nepal lifts social media ban after deadly protests escalate
After a period of intense anti‐corruption protests that left casualties and imposed curfews, Nepal has reversed its social media ban. The policy shift, driven by mounting public pressure to restore communication channels, aims to re-open digital dialogue amid the turbulent unrest, reflecting a delicate balance between state control and public demand for information.
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French government collapses after PM loses confidence vote
In an unexpected twist that no one saw coming, France’s government has imploded after its prime minister, François Bayrou, lost a confidence vote. Political heavyweights are scrambling while parliament’s vote only deepens the crisis—a dramatic fall from grace in the heart of Paris.
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Nepal social media ban sparks deadly protests
Violent clashes have erupted in Nepal following a sweeping ban on major social media platforms. Reports vary—with some sources saying fourteen people were killed while others note injuries and one fatality—highlighting intense public outrage and deep-seated frustration with digital censorship.
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Milei’s Buenos Aires Poll Setback Signals Major Electoral Shift
Recent polls indicate a dramatic setback for Javier Milei in Buenos Aires Province with forecasts pointing to a landslide defeat. Voter sentiment appears to be shifting sharply amid growing dissatisfaction with current policies and economic conditions, potentially redrawing the province’s political landscape.
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Japan PM Ishiba resigns to avoid party split turmoil
Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba is stepping down amid mounting internal party divisions, a move intended to nip factional splits in the bud. The resignation comes as a dramatic attempt to preserve unity, even if it means sacrificing the leader’s position on the political stage.
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Israel Bombs Gaza High-Rises Amid Intensified Urban Warfare
Shocking footage shows Israeli forces deliberately targeting high-rise buildings in Gaza City in an ongoing urban military operation. The video captures relentless strikes on critical structures, sparking international concern over rising civilian casualties in a volatile conflict zone.
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AG Reprimand of OpenAI Over Child Safety Concerns
Attorneys general have issued a stern rebuke to OpenAI over its child safety practices. Amid growing calls for accountability in tech, the officials underscored that measures to protect minors must be robust and transparent, hinting that half-measures won’t cut it in today’s digital landscape.
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