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An AI-generated band got 1m plays on Spotify
An AI‑generated band named The Velvet Sundown amassed over a million Spotify streams before revealing their music, backstory, and images were all created using AI tools like Suno and ChatGPT . Music industry insiders are calling for mandatory labeling of AI‑made content to preserve transparency and protect human creators. Streaming services like Deezer have begun tagging such tracks, but Spotify currently lacks this disclosure, prompting growing ethical concerns .
You’re Not Addicted to Content, You’re Starving for Information
Hank Green rejects the idea that social media is like cigarettes—purely addictive and harmful—and instead compares it to food. Information, like food, can nourish or harm depending on its quality. In a world of information abundance, platforms compete to make content hyper-palatable, often at the cost of depth and truth. The solution isn’t abstinence but building cultural awareness and better habits—learning to recognize and avoid junk information while seeking out what truly feeds us.
Why Are Snyderverse Fans Being So Toxic?
A post on the Reddit SnyderCut forum encouraged fans to sabotage the new Superman movie by posting spoilers, leaving negative reviews, and reserving tickets without purchasing them. The post, which was later taken down, sparked controversy and raised concerns about toxic fandom.
Racist videos made with AI are going viral on TikTok
AI-generated racist videos made with Google’s Veo 3 tool have gone viral on TikTok, some reaching over 14 million views, according to Media Matters. The clips often target Black people and other minorities and violate TikTok’s hate speech policies. Though TikTok has removed many of the accounts, similar content was also found on YouTube and Instagram. Google’s Veo 3, launched in May, claims to block harmful content, but the company has not yet responded publicly.
You sound like ChatGPT
AI is subtly transforming how we speak, with words like “delve” and “adept” rising in popularity as people unknowingly echo ChatGPT’s vocabulary. This linguistic shift is spreading beyond word choice into tone and structure, raising concerns about authenticity and trust. While AI can enhance clarity and positivity, it may flatten individuality and cultural expression. The future of communication hinges on whether we consciously resist uniformity and preserve the human quirks that make language personal and meaningful.
More Australians get their news via social media than traditional sources for first time, report finds
For the first time, more Australians now get their news from social media (26%) than traditional online news outlets (23%), according to the 2025 Digital News Report. TV remains the top source (37%), while young people increasingly watch news on TikTok and Instagram. Use of AI chatbots for news is emerging (6%). Trust in news has slightly improved, especially among those with media literacy education, and Australians are more likely to pay for news than many other countries.
Should YouTube be included in Australia’s under-16s social media ban? Here’s what you need to know
Australia’s eSafety commissioner has recommended including YouTube in the under-16s social media ban, reversing a prior exemption granted after lobbying by YouTube. The commissioner cited YouTube’s addictive algorithmic features and links to harmful content, while YouTube argued it is an educational tool, not a social platform, and already enforces safety measures. Children could still watch YouTube without an account. The final decision rests with the minister, with rules and enforcement expected by December 2025.
In the age of the influencer, does the political backing of News Corp matter anymore?
The 2025 Australian federal election demonstrated a shift in the country’s media landscape, with influencers on platforms like TikTok and Instagram gaining significant influence. While traditional media outlets like News Corp still hold some sway, their impact is diminishing. The rise of influencers, who are increasingly being recognized as legitimate news sources, presents both opportunities and challenges for the future of journalism in Australia.
AI can be more persuasive than humans in debates, scientists find
A study found that AI, specifically ChatGPT-4, can be as persuasive as humans in debates, especially when provided with personal information about the opponent.
Valuable tool or cause for alarm? Facial ID quietly becoming part of police’s arsenal
Live facial recognition cameras are being used more frequently by police in England and Wales, raising concerns about privacy and potential misuse. While advocates argue the technology aids in crime prevention, critics point to misidentifications, disproportionate use, and the lack of legal framework governing its use.
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