The CEO of Hinge, Jackie Jantos, discussed how people, especially young ones, are often turning to AI tools like ChatGPT for social interaction instead of reaching out to friends. She argues that this reliance on technology can negatively affect the development of real-life social skills and intimacy.
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Jackie Jantos is the CEO of Hinge, a dating app.
Jantos shared that young people sometimes use AI, such as ChatGPT, for conversations they don't want to have with friends.
She believes that turning to AI can prevent people from building close relationships with others.
According to Jantos, the use of technology is affecting how young people connect with each other.
Gen Z spends about 1,000 fewer hours per year in person with others compared to previous generations.
The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated issues of social disconnection, particularly for Gen Z.
Technology offers what Jantos describes as low-level intimacy, which lacks the messiness of real-life relationships.
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A judge has blocked an attempt by President Trump and the Pentagon to stop using Anthropic's AI tools. The judge found that the government's actions could harm the company and restrict free speech, allowing Anthropic's technology to be used until the lawsuit is resolved.
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A judge in California sided with Anthropic, an AI company, in a lawsuit against the Pentagon.
The government tried to stop using Anthropic's tools immediately, but the judge blocked this order.
Anthropic's AI tools will continue to be used by the government and contractors until the lawsuit is settled.
The conflict started after President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth labeled Anthropic a "supply chain risk."
Anthropic argued that its business and free speech rights were harmed by this designation.
The Pentagon expressed concerns over Anthropic's refusal to accept new contract terms.
Judge Rita Lin noted government statements about Anthropic seemed politically motivated, not security-related.
Anthropic is negotiating a $200 million contract which includes discussions on how its tools are used.
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Two juries in the US recently found Meta liable for harm caused to young people by its social media products. One jury ordered Meta to pay $375 million for harms including child sexual exploitation, and another ordered Meta and YouTube to pay $6 million for designing addictive products targeting youth.
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A New Mexico jury ordered Meta to pay $375 million over claims its products led to child sexual exploitation and other harms.
A California jury ordered Meta and YouTube to pay $6 million for deliberately designing addictive social media products to hook young users.
These are the first court cases to find Meta responsible for harm to young people caused by its products.
Over 2,000 plaintiffs, including families, schools, and state officials, have brought lawsuits against Meta, YouTube, TikTok, and Snap.
The California jury found Meta and YouTube acted with malice, oppression, and fraud by a 10-2 vote.
Meta and YouTube disagree with the verdicts and plan to appeal them.
Advocates are using lawsuits, public campaigns, and calls for government rules to push social media companies to protect children better.
Juries in these cases can only award money and cannot force social media companies to change their products.
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The article discusses how people are using AI chatbots for health information and advice, based on data from a recent poll. It highlights the introduction of a new AI tool called "PatientGPT" by Hartford HealthCare and KHealth to improve patient care. Concerns about privacy and the reliance on AI for healthcare due to system shortcomings are also discussed.
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32% of adults use AI for health-related information and advice.
65% of AI users want quick and immediate guidance.
41% use AI to explore health information before going to a doctor.
36% feel more comfortable researching health questions privately with AI.
20% use AI due to the high cost of healthcare.
77% of users worry about privacy, but 41% have shared personal medical data with AI chatbots.
New tool "PatientGPT" from Hartford HealthCare and KHealth integrates AI with medical systems to answer patient questions and can connect to doctors 24/7.
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A federal judge has temporarily halted the U.S. government's designation of Anthropic as a supply chain risk. Anthropic claims this decision will help them avoid harm to their reputation and business relationships.
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A judge paused the Pentagon's ban on Anthropic, a tech company.
The decision comes from a U.S. District Judge named Rita Lin.
Anthropic is involved in a legal case in two courts, with one being in D.C.
Anthropic argues the Pentagon's actions violate the First Amendment and procurement laws.
The Pentagon claims there's no real harm from Defense Secretary and President Trump's statements about Anthropic.
Anthropic believes the initial decision will help protect their business reputation and partner relationships.
The company also aims to work with the government to ensure AI technology is safe and reliable.
The court's skepticism involves whether the government's actions align with national security needs.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman attempted to assist his competitor Anthropic during its failing negotiations with the Pentagon, according to internal messages. Despite this, OpenAI secured a contract with the Pentagon that Anthropic had lost. Altman told his employees he acted in good faith, while Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei criticized Altman's actions.
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Sam Altman is the CEO of OpenAI.
Anthropic was in negotiations with the Pentagon, but the talks faltered.
Altman shared internal messages saying he was trying to help Anthropic.
OpenAI secured a Pentagon contract that Anthropic lost.
Altman said he wanted the government to extend the same contract terms to other AI companies.
Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, criticized Altman and called his peacemaker claims false.
The Pentagon contract with OpenAI included conditions about intelligence agencies.
OpenAI's contract terms could not be applied to Anthropic due to existing commitments.
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The article discusses how often people should shower and explains that it varies based on individual activity levels, sweat production, and skin reactions. It highlights that body odor is affected by multiple factors, including bacteria, hormones, diet, and stress, rather than just personal hygiene.
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The frequency of showers depends on how active a person is and how much they sweat.
Daily showers are common for those exercising or living in hot climates.
Skipping showers occasionally is fine if you haven't been active or sweating.
Over-washing can remove natural oils that protect the skin.
Body odor arises from bacteria breaking down sweat, affected by genetics, hormones, diet, and stress.
Sweat itself is mostly water and salt, which initially has no odor.
Odor is more influenced by bacteria and sweat composition than the amount of sweat.
Heat and humidity can make sweat odor linger longer due to slower evaporation.
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Google has confirmed that recent emails about subpoenas are part of its usual process of notifying users when their information is requested by the government. These emails sparked concern and confusion online, but they follow Google's policy of transparency and don't mean recipients have done anything wrong.
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Google confirmed that it is sending out legitimate subpoena notification emails.
These notices are part of Google's standard process to inform users when a government requests their information.
The emails were linked to a subpoena from the New York Attorney General related to Google Maps reviews.
Notifications do not imply the user is accused of any wrongdoing, just that their information is being requested.
Google advises users to be cautious about phishing scams and verify any suspicious emails via their Google account or official support.
Security experts warn not to provide sensitive information like passwords or Social Security numbers in response to emails.
The email contents align with Google's policy, which is to notify users unless legally prohibited.
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The final episode of "Paradise" Season 2, titled "Exodus," airs on March 30, 2026, on Hulu. This post-apocalyptic drama, set in an underground bunker in Colorado, explores survival and conflict three years after a catastrophic event. The series has been popular, with high viewership and positive reviews, and is available to watch on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally.
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"Paradise" Season 2 airs its final episode, "Exodus," on March 30, 2026.
The show is set in a city-sized underground bunker three years after a doomsday event.
It is highly popular, garnering seven million global views within its first nine days of release.
Season 2 started on February 23, 2026, following a successful first season.
The series received several nominations at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards.
"Paradise" is available to stream on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally.
Sterling K. Brown stars as special agent Xavier Collins, among other notable cast members.
Critics rated Season 2 with a 90% approval score on Rotten Tomatoes.
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A Dutch court ordered xAI, a company owned by Elon Musk, to stop creating and sharing nude images of people without their consent in the Netherlands. The court decision could result in fines if the company does not comply, and follows concerns about the misuse of their artificial intelligence tool, Grok.
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A Dutch court issued an order to Elon Musk's company xAI to cease generating and sharing nude images without consent.
The court ruled that xAI's tool, Grok, and the X platform are prohibited from creating or sharing these images.
If xAI does not comply, it could face fines of 100,000 euros ($115,350) per day.
The court case was one of the first to address xAI's responsibility in this matter.
Offlimits, an organization in the Netherlands, initiated the legal action due to Grok's ability to create realistic deepfake images.
The company argued that it is difficult to prevent misuse by users and claimed it has taken steps to limit the platform's misuse.
Despite the company's claims, a recent example showed Grok was still used to produce a nude image.
The European Parliament has also moved to ban AI systems from creating non-consensual sexualized content.
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The article discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) has made marketing faster through automation and quick execution of tasks. However, it notes that AI hasn't necessarily made marketing more creative, as AI tends to optimize existing ideas rather than generate new ones. This has led to concerns about marketing becoming too similar and less original over time.
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AI allows marketing campaigns to be launched quickly, often in hours.
AI tools can generate content and test variations rapidly.
AI excels at recognizing patterns and generating familiar outputs.
There is concern that AI-generated content lacks originality and creativity.
AI's reliance on existing data can limit room for new, unexpected ideas.
Experts warn that brands could lose relevance if they prioritize efficiency over creativity.
Marketing value lies not just in production but also in deciding impactful ideas.
AI can assist in marketing by providing feedback and optimization, but it doesn't replace human creativity.
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A U.S. court found Meta and Google guilty of creating social media platforms that were addictive and harmed mental health. A woman named Kaley received $6 million in damages. Meta and Google plan to appeal the decision.
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A U.S. jury ruled against Meta and Google in a social media addiction case.
Meta owns Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, while Google owns YouTube.
The case focused on a 20-year-old woman named Kaley.
Kaley was awarded $6 million for damages related to mental health harm.
Meta and Google disagree with the verdict and will appeal.
The case could impact similar lawsuits in U.S. courts.
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A new hacking tool that can break into iPhones has been leaked online, putting millions of devices at risk. The tool, based on a set of known weaknesses called "DarkSword," allows hackers to take control of iPhones more easily. Apple is being urged to ensure users update to protect their devices.
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A powerful hacking tool for iPhones, known as "DarkSword," is now available online.
The tool was shared on GitHub, which is a widely-used online platform for developers.
Vulnerabilities in Apple's iOS system allow hackers to bypass security and gain control of devices.
The exploit affects a vast range of iPhone models and could impact hundreds of millions of phones.
Experts warn that making such tools public can lead to increased cyber attacks.
Users are advised to update their devices promptly to protect against these vulnerabilities.
Apple has been contacted for comments regarding the situation.
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Apple released iOS 26.4, which includes important bug fixes aimed at improving keyboard typing accuracy on iPhones. The update also brings new features like additional emoji, changes to Apple Music, and updates for CarPlay.
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iOS 26.4 is the latest software update for iPhones.
The update focuses on fixing a keyboard accuracy issue, which was causing errors when typing quickly.
Users had reported this keyboard problem, which led to issues with missed letters and autocorrect failures.
iOS 26.4 also includes new emoji and changes to Apple Music and CarPlay.
In the UK, the update introduces age verification as part of the country's Online Safety Act.
The update is now widely available to iPhone users.
Reactions from users are mixed, with some noticing improvements and others seeing no change.
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A U.S. judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Elon Musk's company, X Corp, against several advertisers. The lawsuit claimed these advertisers illegally boycotted the platform, causing a loss of revenue, but the judge found no evidence of any harm under federal competition laws.
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A U.S. judge dismissed a lawsuit by Elon Musk's company, X Corp.
The lawsuit accused major advertisers, including Unilever and Mars, of boycotting X.
X Corp claimed the boycott caused a significant loss in advertising revenue.
The lawsuit suggested advertisers violated U.S. antitrust laws.
The judge ruled X Corp failed to show any harm under competition laws.
This case followed X's decline in ad revenue after Musk acquired Twitter in 2022.
Advertisers argued they acted independently, not as a conspiracy.
The judge's decision was based on X not proving an antitrust violation.
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The article discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing marketing by making it highly efficient at targeting existing customers. This efficiency, while beneficial, might limit reaching new potential customers, impacting long-term growth. The focus is on how businesses define success and use AI to align with their goals.
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AI in marketing is very effective at optimizing campaigns to target existing customers.
As AI tools improve, they can unintentionally reinforce existing customer patterns.
Companies face a challenge in reaching new customers, which is crucial for growth.
AI can amplify existing business goals, but how it is applied is important for success.
Marketing efficiency focuses on measurable outcomes like clicks and conversions.
Long-term growth requires expanding reach beyond current patterns and building cultural relevance.
AI's role is to enhance marketing strategies, not to completely define them.
The article suggests a balanced approach, mixing AI optimization with broader marketing strategies.
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A court ruling found that Meta and Google made addictive social media platforms, impacting mental health. Parenting experts offer advice to help reduce children's screen time. Strategies include starting small, involving kids in conversations, and modeling good behavior.
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A U.S. court ruled that Meta and Google built social media platforms designed to be addictive.
The ruling involved a case regarding the mental health impact on a young woman named Kaley.
Infinite scroll on platforms like Instagram was cited as an addictive feature.
Parenting experts suggest starting small with changes and setting expectations away from arguments.
Involving older kids in discussions about screen time rules can lead to better cooperation.
Turning screen time discussions into learning opportunities can help both parents and kids.
Parents should model good screen habits as children often imitate adult behavior.
Embracing boredom can be beneficial as it encourages thinking beyond digital distractions.
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"Kena: Bridge of Spirits," originally launched in 2021, is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game runs at 30 frames per second on the new console, similar to the PS4 version, and includes updates like the "Anniversary Update." However, it lacks the 60 frames per second option available on the PS5, affecting visual quality somewhat.
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"Kena: Bridge of Spirits" first came out in 2021 for PlayStation and PC.
The game has now been ported to the Nintendo Switch 2.
The Switch 2 version runs at 30 FPS, similar to the PS4 version.
The PS5 version of the game has a "Performance Mode" with 60 FPS.
Visual quality on the Switch 2 shows some jagged edges and visual blemishes.
The game includes updates from the "Anniversary Update."
The combat in the game remains challenging, with aggressive bosses and limited healing options.
The game's art style uses dark and light effects to enhance visuals.
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The Duffer Brothers' new Netflix series, "Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen," debuted on March 26. It features a horror theme centered around an engaged couple, Rachel and Nicky, and is notable for its horror approach and actress Camila Morrone's performance.
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The series is the first new offering by the Duffer Brothers since "Stranger Things" ended.
It was created by Haley Z. Boston and consists of eight episodes.
The central characters are Rachel, played by Camila Morrone, and Nicky, played by Adam DiMarco.
Critics have praised the series for its effective use of ordinary fears, particularly marriage-related dread.
Lucy Mangan from The Guardian highlighted the series' ability to create tension through believable situations.
Critics have mixed views on the series' pacing, with some suggesting it takes too long to reveal the main plot.
The series features an all-female directing team and uses audio and visual elements to enhance the horror atmosphere.
The narrative focuses on wedding preparations that become increasingly ominous and unsettling.
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The article provides information about the release schedule for Season 4 of the animated series "Invincible" on Prime Video. Episode 5 will be available for streaming on April 1, 2026, with new episodes released every Wednesday through April 22, 2025. To watch the series, a Prime Video subscription is necessary.
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"Invincible" Season 4 premiered with three episodes on March 18.
Episode 5 will be released on Prime Video at 12 a.m. PT/3 a.m. ET on April 1, 2026.
New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays until April 22, 2025.
A Prime Video subscription is needed, costing $14.99 monthly or $139 annually with Amazon Prime.
Episodes air at different times in various time zones due to the streaming release schedule.
The runtime for Episode 5 is not confirmed, but previous episodes were about 49 to 53 minutes long.
The plot details for Episode 5 are not yet available.
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