A bill making its way through the California state legislature would mandate that internet giants pay news agencies monthly ‘journalism usage fees’ based on viewing of stories via their platforms.…
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YouTube scraps 2020 US election misinformation policy
YouTube’s updated policy, which goes into effect immediately, comes as tech platforms grapple with a key issue in a hyperpolarized political environment in the United States. YouTube will stop removing…
DarkBERT learns language of the Dark Web
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Two types of people thrive in the distant hidden recesses of the Dark Web. One type consists of the good guys: whistleblowers, freedom fighters, journalists, the…
TikTok sues to stop ban in US state of Montana
TikTok argues that the Montana ban on its app is based on unfounded speculation that user data is at risk because parent company ByteDance is based in China. TikTok on…
French Open offers players protection against online harassment
A sunset over the Philippe Chatrier courts during the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros in Paris, France, Monday, June 7, 2021. The French tennis federation said on Monday…
Dark cloud over ChatGPT revolution: the cost
Artificial intelligence tool ChatGPT was developed by OpenAI. The explosion of generative AI has taken the world by storm, but one question all too rarely comes up: Who can afford…
G7 calls for ‘responsible’ use of generative AI
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain The world must urgently assess the impact of generative artificial intelligence, G7 leaders said Saturday, announcing they will launch discussions this year on “responsible” use of…
Montana becomes first US state to ban TikTok
An unprecedented ban on TikTok in the state of Montana that critics say tramples free speech rights would be voided if the app’s China-based owner sells it to a country…
Lawsuits targeting company websites for ADA violations on the rise
Credit: CC0 Public Domain The Americans with Disabilities Act does not stop at ramps and railings. Websites also have ADA requirements to ensure universal access to public accommodations. Peace Coffee…
Extent of cyberattack on Philadelphia Inquirer remains unclear as journalists prepare to cover major election
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The Philadelphia Inquirer and outside cybersecurity experts have yet to determine the full extent of a cyberattack on the news organization last week, but the disruption…
