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Technology

AI, platforms, startups, internet

The Hill

Meta and Snap Return to Court for Social Media Addiction Trial

Meta and Snap are set to appear in a Los Angeles court for a trial concerning allegations that their platforms are designed to be addictive for young users. The lawsuit highlights concerns about the impact of social media on youth mental health.

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Washington Examiner

Experts Challenge Industry Leaders' Concerns on AI's Economic Impact

Experts are challenging the negative predictions made by industry leaders regarding the economic impact of artificial intelligence (AI). While figures like Geoffrey Hinton and Bill Gates have warned of potential job losses, analysts from the Cato Institute and academia argue that AI is creating new job opportunities, particularly in tech and blue-collar sectors. They emphasize that the U.S. entrepreneurial spirit may help adapt to AI advancements, though concerns remain about the potential disappearance of entry-level jobs.

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Washington Examiner

Army adds two Indiana sites for commercial drone testing under new initiative

The Army has expanded its Permissive Test Range Expansion Initiative to include two sites in Indiana for commercial drone testing. Acting Army Secretary Adam Telle announced the addition of Camp Atterbury and Muscatatuck Training Center during the Northeast Indiana Defense Summit, aiming to enhance innovation and expedite testing timelines for emerging technologies.

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Hacker News — Front Page

Insecure Randomness in PDF Implementations Compromises AES-256 Encryption

Research has revealed that several PDF implementations claiming AES-256 encryption generate keys from insecure random sources. MuPDF and Foxit are among those found to have vulnerabilities that could allow for passwordless decryption of protected PDFs. These weaknesses stem from limited randomness in key generation processes, undermining the security of the AES-256 standard.

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The Atlantic

Surge in Low-Quality Apps Tied to AI Innovations

The growth of AI-assisted app creation has caused a notable increase in subpar applications, with 1.3 million new apps appearing in the first half of 2026. User interaction has decreased despite the influx, raising alarms regarding quality and safety. In response, Apple has revised its guidelines.

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Washington Examiner

OpenAI establishes Election Operations Center to address misinformation in midterm elections

OpenAI is launching an Election Operations Center to monitor misinformation during the 2026 midterm elections. Led by Josh Lawson, the initiative aims to prevent misuse of AI tools and ensure reliable voting information. Concerns about AI's role in election misinformation have been raised by lawmakers, including Senators Padilla and Schiff.

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Ars Technica

Current Status of Space Tourism in the United States

The space tourism industry in the U.S. has seen a significant decline, with no missions conducted in the past 10 months. Blue Origin, SpaceX, and Virgin Galactic have all paused or concluded their recent space tourism activities.

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TechCrunch

Critical PHP Bugs Prompt Urgent Fixes Across Many Websites

Two critical vulnerabilities in PHP, which supports around 70% of websites, were discovered last week. Organizations are addressing these issues, with some taking their sites offline for repairs.

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The Verge

Microsoft to End Copilot Support on Smart TVs

Microsoft will end support for its Copilot AI assistant on all smart TVs this year. The decision was reported by Windows Central, based on an on-screen notification from an LG TV.

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Ars Technica

Google AI Provides Indirect Responses on Presidential Election Results

Google's AI Mode has been noted for providing indirect responses when asked about the winners of the 2020 and 2024 presidential elections, directing users to official sources instead. This behavior contrasts with its willingness to provide direct answers for elections prior to 2020.

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TechCrunch

Chrome's Autofill Feature Now Accesses Gmail for Form Completion

Google's Chrome browser has introduced an update to its autofill feature, enabling it to access users' Gmail for information. This includes details such as flight confirmations and tracking information, but only with user consent.

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TechCrunch

Reddit introduces 'For You' feed feature for users

Reddit has introduced a 'For You' feed that merges posts from joined communities with personalized recommendations. This feature is designed to improve user engagement by catering to individual interests.

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The Verge

Reddit Introduces New Homepage Feed Options

Reddit has announced a new homepage feed experience, featuring a Following feed and a For You feed. The update aims to enhance user engagement by providing personalized content based on interests.

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