It’s safe to say that comedian and “Last Week Tonight” host John Oliver isn’t a fan of AI slop — and he’s got a compelling argument for why you shouldn’t be, either. As the comedian laid out in the latest episode of his popular HBO show, AI-generated content is suddenly everywhere online. It’s going viral… Continue reading John Oliver Aghast at How AI Slop Is Devouring the Web
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OpenAI Removes All Jony Ive Materials From Its Website
“This is silly, disappointing and wrong.” It’s only been a month since OpenAI announced its secretive new project with iPhone designer Jony Ive — and already, the partnership is in legal hot water. As the Associated Press reports, all mentions of Ive and his AI device brand, io, have been removed from OpenAI’s website and marketing… Continue reading OpenAI Removes All Jony Ive Materials From Its Website
‘They’re Not Breathing’: Inside the Chaos of ICE Detention Center 911 Calls
On April 28, a nurse at the Aurora ICE Processing Center near Denver called 911. A woman in custody, four months pregnant, had arrived at the facility’s medical unit, bleeding and in pain. As the staff rushed to get vitals, the dispatcher rattled off questions: How old was she? Was the pregnancy high risk? The… Continue reading ‘They’re Not Breathing’: Inside the Chaos of ICE Detention Center 911 Calls
Intel hits the brakes on its automotive business, and layoffs have started
Intel is shuttering its automotive architecture business and laying off most of its staff as part of a broader restructuring at the chipmaker. The news was first reported by The Oregonian/Oregon Live, which cited an internal memo that was shared with employees Tuesday morning. Intel confirmed to TechCrunch that plans to wind down the auto… Continue reading Intel hits the brakes on its automotive business, and layoffs have started
Philips Hue lighting will be more expensive starting July 1st, but you can save on them now
Just because tariffs are driving up costs doesn’t mean you can’t get a good deal right now. Just because tariffs are driving up costs doesn’t mean you can’t get a good deal right now. Brandt Ranj Brandt Ranj is a commerce reporter for The Verge writing about the best deals and gadgets. He previously wrote… Continue reading Philips Hue lighting will be more expensive starting July 1st, but you can save on them now
Apple’s more immersive CarPlay is dividing the auto industry
Some automakers are eagerly lining up to adopt Apple’s next-gen phone mirroring system. But others say they aren’t in any rush. Some automakers are eagerly lining up to adopt Apple’s next-gen phone mirroring system. But others say they aren’t in any rush. Andrew J. Hawkins is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers… Continue reading Apple’s more immersive CarPlay is dividing the auto industry
The Architects of Project 2025 Are Suddenly Very Concerned About AI Safety
The Heritage Foundation — the group behind the infamous Project 2025, the conservative policy plan that outlined regressive social policies and the consolidation of executive power that’s served as a playbook for the Trump administration — is suddenly really, really down with AI regulation. Who could have guessed! The conservative think tank has recently been… Continue reading The Architects of Project 2025 Are Suddenly Very Concerned About AI Safety
Tesla Stock in Tailspin After Error-Plagued Robotaxi Debut
Things are veering way off the road for Tesla. In the wake of the long-awaited Robotaxi rollout in Austin, Tesla stock saw an initial bump — but those gains weren’t able to withstand the ample bad press the autonomous cabs have gotten in the few days they’ve trawled Texas streets. On Tuesday, the botched Robotaxi… Continue reading Tesla Stock in Tailspin After Error-Plagued Robotaxi Debut
Fansly Outlaws Furry Content
In just over a decade, the world has been transformed as smartphones put the internet at our fingertips. This digital revolution didn’t just change how we surf the web or chat with our friends, but reshaped our entire relationship with the economy. Among the most drastic changes in the smartphone era is the rise of the… Continue reading Fansly Outlaws Furry Content
People Are Asking ChatGPT for Advice on Injecting Their Own Facial Filler, a Cosmetic Procedure That Should Only Be Carried Out by Licensed Medical Professionals
Image by Getty / Futurism Since OpenAI first introduced ChatGPT to the public back in 2022, people have done all sorts of ill-advised things with the AI tool — from attorneys filing court documents that cite hallucinated caselaw to everyday users spiraling into severe mental health crises as the chatbot affirms delusional thoughts. Now add… Continue reading People Are Asking ChatGPT for Advice on Injecting Their Own Facial Filler, a Cosmetic Procedure That Should Only Be Carried Out by Licensed Medical Professionals