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fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

When Your Digital Life Vanishes

A broken phone or corrupted drive can mean the loss of work, evidence, art, or the last traces of the dead. But sometimes data-recovery experts can summon lost files from the void.
Digital life
#llms
Psychology
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.
UX design
fromMedium
12 hours ago

The web trained AI to deceive. Now designers have to untrain it.

LLMs replicate UX dark patterns from the web, leading to deceptive design practices in generated content.
Psychology
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.
UX design
fromMedium
12 hours ago

The web trained AI to deceive. Now designers have to untrain it.

LLMs replicate UX dark patterns from the web, leading to deceptive design practices in generated content.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 hour ago

They Built a Legendary Privacy Tool. Now They're Sworn Enemies

GrapheneOS is highly regarded for mobile security, but its creator, Daniel Micay, has a controversial and enigmatic reputation within the cybersecurity community.
#data-privacy
EU data protection
fromThedrum
17 hours ago

The future of data, privacy and ethics

Misleading practices in e-commerce, such as false stock availability, are regulated by the European Commission to protect consumers.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
21 hours ago

I tried to wipe my digital footprint without paying for a data removal service - 5 free ways

Most sensitive information online is legally collected and aggregated by brokers, but removal is possible with effort and available tools.
EU data protection
fromThedrum
17 hours ago

The future of data, privacy and ethics

Misleading practices in e-commerce, such as false stock availability, are regulated by the European Commission to protect consumers.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
21 hours ago

I tried to wipe my digital footprint without paying for a data removal service - 5 free ways

Most sensitive information online is legally collected and aggregated by brokers, but removal is possible with effort and available tools.
Careers
fromAxios
1 hour ago

Young people hate today's job market. You can't blame it all on AI

Recent college grads face high unemployment rates due to economic uncertainty and AI's potential impact on entry-level jobs.
Humor
fromWIRED
16 hours ago

War Memes Are Turning Conflict Into Content

Memes have become a rapid means of expressing dark humor and political satire during conflicts, reflecting societal responses to fear and hardship.
UK news
fromTNW | Government-Policy
1 hour ago

After X and Grok, Ofcom opens child safety investigation into Telegram

Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into Telegram for potential non-compliance with the Online Safety Act regarding child sexual abuse material.
#higher-education
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 day ago

YouTube adds enhanced parental controls, offers tips to families

YouTube said parents can now set variable daily time limits for Shorts, including setting it to zero minutes to turn the feed off entirely.
Parenting
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
1 day ago

No humans allowed: scientific AI agents get their own social network

Agent4Science is a social network for AI agents to discuss research papers without human participation.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The 'AI is inevitable' trap

Allbirds claims to be an AI company, reflecting a trend of companies leveraging AI for market gains despite mixed public sentiment.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
1 day ago

No humans allowed: scientific AI agents get their own social network

Agent4Science is a social network for AI agents to discuss research papers without human participation.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The 'AI is inevitable' trap

Allbirds claims to be an AI company, reflecting a trend of companies leveraging AI for market gains despite mixed public sentiment.
#meta
Law
fromwww.amny.com
19 hours ago

Op-ed | A jury told Meta its platforms harm children. Here's what New York parents need to know. | amNewYork

Meta was ordered to pay $375 million for harming children's mental health and failing to prevent child exploitation.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
11 hours ago

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
19 hours ago

Op-ed | A jury told Meta its platforms harm children. Here's what New York parents need to know. | amNewYork

Meta was ordered to pay $375 million for harming children's mental health and failing to prevent child exploitation.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
11 hours ago

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.
Relationships
fromBustle
16 hours ago

TikTok's Viral "Rock & Star" Dating Theory Makes So Much Sense

The best relationships are formed between a rock and a star, providing balance and support.
#palantir
Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

Technofacism? Why Palantir's pro-West manifesto' has critics alarmed

Palantir's manifesto advocates for national service, defense participation, and hard power, raising concerns about its implications for democracy and societal values.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
23 hours ago

Technofascism': Critics accuse Palantir of pushing AI war doctrine

Palantir's CEO advocates for using advanced software to enhance US military power and warns of AI weaponization by adversaries.
Silicon Valley
fromFuturism
17 hours ago

Palantir Issues Ominous Corporate Manifesto

Palantir faces criticism for promoting a surveillance state and controversial ideologies through its contracts and CEO's statements.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

Technofacism? Why Palantir's pro-West manifesto' has critics alarmed

Palantir's manifesto advocates for national service, defense participation, and hard power, raising concerns about its implications for democracy and societal values.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
23 hours ago

Technofascism': Critics accuse Palantir of pushing AI war doctrine

Palantir's CEO advocates for using advanced software to enhance US military power and warns of AI weaponization by adversaries.
Silicon Valley
fromFuturism
17 hours ago

Palantir Issues Ominous Corporate Manifesto

Palantir faces criticism for promoting a surveillance state and controversial ideologies through its contracts and CEO's statements.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
18 hours ago

2026's Breach List So Far: FBI Hacked, 1B Androids at Risk, 270M iPhones Vulnerable

2026 has seen significant cyber threats, including a major FBI hack and the discovery of the DarkSword iPhone exploit framework.
fromThe Washington Post
2 days ago

Inside a growing movement warning AI could turn on humanity

"That requires a bunch of people to go take things that folks here are figuring out and [explain them] to the rest of the world," said Jeffrey Ladish, emphasizing the need for effective communication about AI risks.
US news
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
7 hours ago

Ad Tech Briefing: The days of bloat are over, as efficiency drives ad tech's C-suite exodus

Independent ad tech players must adapt or risk failure amid increasing competition from LLMs and evolving market dynamics.
Apple
fromwww.businessinsider.com
11 hours ago

The biggest question for Apple's new CEO: Does he need an iPhone for the AI era?

John Ternus, Apple's new CEO, may lead the company successfully like Tim Cook, despite not being a product innovator like Steve Jobs.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
1 day ago

'No idea what tomorrow will look like': In TikTok's 'unemployment diaries,' workers document life after layoffs

Karlee Rea documents her layoff experience and the challenges of job searching in a series of vlogs amid rising unemployment among Gen Z.
Intellectual property law
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Why A 1967 Privacy Law Is Powering A New Wave Of Ad Tech Lawsuits | AdExchanger

CIPA, a 1967 law, has become a significant challenge for ad tech due to its private right of action and potential for high damages.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Government to host summit about keeping children safe online in age of AI

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and online safety, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
#gen-z
Education
fromFortune
4 days ago

Gen Z turning its back on AI isn't irrational - it's a verdict on everyone who failed them | Fortune

Gen Z feels failed by institutions regarding AI, with declining excitement and hope despite recognizing its potential for financial opportunities.
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

The AI backlash was always going to come - what nobody predicted was that it would come first from the generation born into the technology - Silicon Canals

fromFuturism
5 days ago
Digital life

Usually, Young People Embrace New Technology. Gen Z's Attitude Toward AI Should Worry the Entire Tech Industry

Education
fromFortune
4 days ago

Gen Z turning its back on AI isn't irrational - it's a verdict on everyone who failed them | Fortune

Gen Z feels failed by institutions regarding AI, with declining excitement and hope despite recognizing its potential for financial opportunities.
Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The AI backlash was always going to come - what nobody predicted was that it would come first from the generation born into the technology - Silicon Canals

Gen Z is increasingly skeptical of AI, with a significant drop in excitement and rising concerns about its impact on their work and creativity.
Digital life
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Usually, Young People Embrace New Technology. Gen Z's Attitude Toward AI Should Worry the Entire Tech Industry

Gen Z shows significant skepticism towards AI, with many believing its risks outweigh benefits and fearing it hampers learning.
Media industry
fromHer Campus
3 days ago

How Declining Attention Spans Are Changing Our Media

Second Screen Viewing influences writers to simplify storylines and dialogue for audiences distracted by their phones.
SF LGBT
fromWIRED
4 days ago

The Influencers Normalizing Not Having Sex

Abstinence from sex is rising among both genders, with young women experiencing a significant increase in celibacy.
SF parents
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 days ago

Could Your Child Be a Member of the Most Dangerous Online Community? What Every Parent Needs to Watch Out For

The True Crime Community is a dangerous online subculture that idolizes mass shooters and has been linked to numerous violent attacks.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

Marathon offers a welcoming community for feminine-presenting players, contrasting with typical multiplayer experiences in gaming.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromiHeart
6 days ago

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | iHeart

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.
Remote teams
fromThe Bobby Bones Show
6 days ago

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | The Bobby Bones Show

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.
Remote teams
fromiHeart
6 days ago

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | iHeart

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.
Remote teams
fromThe Bobby Bones Show
6 days ago

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | The Bobby Bones Show

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.
#social-media
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.
fromEngadget
5 days ago
Mental health

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

The Verdict on Social Media Addiction

Recent verdicts against Meta and YouTube indicate social media harm is linked to platform design, particularly affecting adolescents' mental health.
Digital life
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

The surprising origin of 4 features that superglue kids and adults to screens

Social media companies are liable for harming children through addictive design features similar to those in gambling.
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.
Mental health
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

The Verdict on Social Media Addiction

Recent verdicts against Meta and YouTube indicate social media harm is linked to platform design, particularly affecting adolescents' mental health.
Privacy technologies
fromMissouri Independent
11 hours ago

Missouri House forges ahead with bill targeting AI deepfakes and youth social media use * Missouri Independent

Missouri legislation aims to protect residents from AI-related harms with strict penalties and age verification for social media use.
fromArtforum
14 hours ago

Epic Fury: The Dark Art of Defense Tech

Today's prominent founders and investors communicate in a visual grammar that shares a great deal with the aesthetic languages of Italian Futurism, primarily, but also of 'return to order' neoclassicism, World War II-era propaganda, and modernist museum branding.
Right-wing politics
Marketing tech
fromGREY Journal
21 hours ago

How Founders Use AI Agents for Marketing in 2026

Jacob Bank scaled his newsletter to 50,000 subscribers using 40 AI agents for $500/month, replacing a traditional marketing team costing $50,000/year.
Health
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Older Adults Are Sharing The Common Experiences From The Past That Have Younger People Baffled

Younger generations find it hard to imagine everyday experiences from the past, such as X-ray machines in shoe stores and sock hop dances.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Ghosting Hurts So Much

Ghosting in the digital era amplifies feelings of abandonment and uncertainty, impacting interpersonal relationships and emotional well-being.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

My friend keeps sending me unsettling social media videos. How do I tell her to stop? | Leading questions

Friendship dynamics can shift when communication preferences are not respected, leading to feelings of disconnect.
#age-verification
EU data protection
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Europe's Online Age Verification App Is Here

The European online age verification app ensures anonymous age verification using ID cards or passports, protecting children from harmful content.
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago
Privacy technologies

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Age verification is a mess but we're doing it anyway

Age verification methods on the internet are flawed, leading to challenges in effectively preventing underage access to inappropriate content.
EU data protection
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Europe's Online Age Verification App Is Here

The European online age verification app ensures anonymous age verification using ID cards or passports, protecting children from harmful content.
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Age verification mandates for the internet are technically flawed, threaten privacy, and may cause more harm than good, according to 438 researchers from 32 countries.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Age verification is a mess but we're doing it anyway

Age verification methods on the internet are flawed, leading to challenges in effectively preventing underage access to inappropriate content.
Education
fromWIRED
6 days ago

The Deepfake Nudes Crisis in Schools Is Much Worse Than You Thought

AI-generated deepfake nude images are impacting nearly 90 schools and over 600 students globally, causing severe emotional distress among victims.
Digital life
fromFast Company
1 hour ago

AI search has a trust problem. Transparency is the fix

Two-thirds of American adults use AI search tools, but only 15% trust the results, highlighting a significant trust gap.
#privacy
Privacy technologies
fromTechRepublic
17 hours ago

Chrome Privacy Concerns Rise as Expert Warns of Fingerprinting Risks

Browser fingerprinting poses significant privacy risks in Chrome, with at least thirty techniques currently in use to track users without consent.
Privacy technologies
fromTechRepublic
17 hours ago

Chrome Privacy Concerns Rise as Expert Warns of Fingerprinting Risks

Browser fingerprinting poses significant privacy risks in Chrome, with at least thirty techniques currently in use to track users without consent.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Privacy, power, and encryption: why end-to-end security matters | Computer Weekly

Privacy is a fundamental human condition, and end-to-end encryption is essential for protecting communications in a surveillance-heavy world.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

58% of Organizations Spend Over 10 Hours a Month Securing AI-generated Code

31% of organizations using AI-generated code spend 10 hours or less per month on validation and auditing, raising security concerns.
Relationships
fromFortune
4 days ago

Teen boys are dating their AI chatbots-and experts warn opting out of real relationships could hurt their careers in the future | Fortune

Gen Alpha prefers AI relationships for control and ease, risking essential social skills needed for real-life interactions and future careers.
fromNature
1 week ago

Researchers: here's how to audit your fragmented digital identity

A search for 'Guo Wei' in ORCID returned 616 profiles, none affiliated with the Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, highlighting the difficulty in verifying academic identities.
Higher education
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Are People Speaking Less in This Age of Online Communication?

"While putting a number to the loss, there is much about those lost conversations that these data cannot answer. Were they lost with friends, or family, or with strangers?"
Psychology
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.
Artificial intelligence
fromDigital Trends
2 days ago

AI is entering the Skynet debate moment in the social media hype circles

AI doom influencers are reshaping public and policymaker perceptions of artificial intelligence, emphasizing potential risks and worst-case scenarios.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.
Artificial intelligence
fromDigital Trends
2 days ago

AI is entering the Skynet debate moment in the social media hype circles

AI doom influencers are reshaping public and policymaker perceptions of artificial intelligence, emphasizing potential risks and worst-case scenarios.
#tiktok
Social media marketing
fromMashable
5 days ago

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
Social media marketing
fromMashable
5 days ago

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
13 hours ago

A Slight Reduction in Phone Use Can Have Surprising Effects

Constant smartphone use negatively impacts attention and mental health, but short breaks can lead to significant improvements in just two weeks.
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

Time for government, business leaders to figure out AI cybersecurity regulation - Harvard Gazette

Agentic AI poses both opportunities for cybersecurity and risks to personal data, economy, and national security, necessitating regulation by leaders.
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoQ
1 day ago

Designing Memory for AI Agents: Inside Linkedin's Cognitive Memory Agent

LinkedIn's Cognitive Memory Agent enables context-aware AI systems that retain knowledge across interactions, enhancing personalization and continuity.
Digital life
fromBustle
3 days ago

You Can Pry This Cheugy Millennial Habit From My Cold, Dead Hands

Millennials prefer making big purchases on larger screens due to trust issues with mobile devices.
Digital life
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Z is 'Chinamaxxing'-and it's less a love letter to Beijing than an indictment of America | Fortune

American cultural dominance is being challenged by a rising trend of Gen Z embracing Chinese culture online.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Tinder and Zoom offer 'proof of humanity' eye-scans to combat AI

Tinder will implement eye-scanning technology to verify users as human, addressing concerns over AI-generated fake profiles.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

People who hate phone calls aren't being rude - they grew up in homes where the phone ringing meant something was wrong - Silicon Canals

Phone calls often evoke anxiety due to their association with bad news and unpredictability, reinforcing a sense of threat over time.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

This May Be Low-Key the Hardest Time to Decode Slang

Slang evolves rapidly, reflecting youth identity and social connection, and serves as a cultural password for belonging among generations.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

AI Upgrades, Security Breaches, and Industry Shifts Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

AI innovation and security threats are reshaping technology and corporate strategies across various platforms and applications.
Digital life
fromFortune
5 days ago

Meet the millennial and Gen Z 'attention activists' who are trying desperately to unplug from their phones | Fortune

A movement is emerging among millennials and Gen Z to reduce screen time and promote real-life interactions over digital distractions.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

How do I end a call?': the elderly Japanese people determined to master smartphones

Older residents in Tokyo are learning to use smartphones to avoid digital isolation as 3G networks are phased out.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Younger generations aren't just growing up online

For today's young people, online content isn't a backdrop to daily life-it is daily life. Streaming platforms, short-form video, and social media don't just entertain; they influence how young people see themselves, their health, and what behaviors are seen as normal or aspirational. Movies, television, and streaming content still have influence, but as the digital ecosystem expands, so does its power to shape choices-for better and for worse.
Public health
Social justice
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Our attitude toward kids and social media has shifted dramatically. Here's what that can teach us about change

Jonathan Haidt's proposal to ban social media for children under 16 shifted from dismissed as radical to near-global consensus within two years, exemplifying rapid Overton Window movement in policy acceptability.
Information security
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I'm a tech-savvy zillennial who knows how to safeguard against hacking. Scammers still managed to get me | Caitlin Cassidy

Tech-savvy individuals can be deceived by realistic phishing while distracted, enabling scammers to steal funds through fake sites and cardless cash authorisations.
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