It took Donald Trump just two days to show the world how susceptible he remains to idle flattery. That was the clear takeaway from the big show he made at the White House last week. He invited Open AI CEO Sam Altman and other tech bros to unveil his $500 billion “Stargate” initiative — a… Read more.
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Virtual Influencers: Digital Avatars Are Taking Over Social Media
The Kardashians are becoming an endangered species A new breed of influencers is taking over social media, and they’re not even real. Virtual influencers, or VTubers, are digital avatars created using CGI and AI. And they’re giving new meaning to thirst traps, captivating millions of already zombified humans with fantastical personas, hypnotizing voices, and flawless… Read more.
COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai?
Whose idea was this, Exxon’s? COP28 in Dubai? The BBC reported on Monday that leaked briefing documents revealed plans by the United Arab Emirates to discuss fossil fuel deals with 15 nations. COP28 President Sultan al-Jaber said at a news conference that the report aimed to undermine his COP28 presidency. ‘These allegations are false, not… Read more.