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    Tech leaders urge UN to regulate the AI they built●Tech leaders to UN: For sake of humanity, please control the AI tech we createdYhnWorldUnited Nations72 min ago

    Leading figures in artificial intelligence have appealed to the United Nations, asking international bodies to establish controls on the technology they themselves helped create. The call frames AI risk as a matter for humanity as a whole, arguing that safety standards cannot be left to individual companies or countries. It renews debate over whether global institutions can move fast enough to regulate a rapidly advancing field.

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    AI executive calls industry's rise 'largest theft of labor in human history'●AI exec: We may have pulled off β€œthe largest theft of labor in human history.”MmastodonTechnologyAI981 min ago

    A tech executive involved in AI development described the industry's use of creative and intellectual work as potentially 'the largest theft of labor in human history,' according to documents revealed in an ongoing lawsuit. The remarks, made in private, contrast with the companies' public defenses of their training practices, which they argue qualify as fair use. Commenters are highlighting the gap between what tech leaders say publicly and privately about compensating the creators whose work underpins AI systems.

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    Meta removes critical video about its AI Glasses●Meta takes down a critical video about meta AI Glasses after filming at MetaYhnTechnologyAI63123 min ago

    Meta has taken down a video critical of its AI Glasses after the creator filmed during a visit to Meta premises. The removal is drawing attention to how the company handles criticism from people granted access to film on site, with discussion focused on questions of censorship and the limits placed on media access at Meta events.

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    UK celebrities win AI copyright fight, warn Australiaβ–ΌBritish celebrities beat AI companies lobbying to get free use of their work. They have a warning for Australiaβœ‰newsCultureCelebrity17 min ago

    British celebrities have successfully lobbied against government plans that would have allowed AI companies to freely train models on creative work. The campaign by artists and performers forced a retreat in the UK, and the stars are now warning Australia not to adopt similar rules. They argue creators deserve control and payment when their work is used to train AI systems.

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    The Register has published a commentary arguing that major artificial intelligence companies are profiting from creative and journalistic work without compensating the people who produced it. The piece frames this as a structural 'content problem' for the industry: AI systems are trained on copyrighted material while the value generated flows to the tech firms rather than the original creators, intensifying ongoing disputes over licensing and payment.

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    Study finds most financial influencers lack professional credentialsβ–ΌOnly 2.2% of financial content creators hold CFP, CFA or CPA credentials, study of 692 million views findsβœ‰newsBusinessFinance1 h ago

    A new study examining 692 million views of financial content found that only 2.2% of creators producing it hold recognised credentials such as CFP, CFA or CPA. The finding has raised questions about the quality and reliability of personal finance advice circulating online, as audiences increasingly turn to social media creators over traditional advisers for money guidance.

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    Houthi conflict with Saudi Arabia explained for Hindi audiences●Houthis vs Saudi explained in Hindi | Abhi and Niyuβ–ΆyoutubeWar1.6M5 h ago

    The conflict between Yemen's Houthi movement and Saudi Arabia is being explained to Hindi-speaking audiences by creator duo Abhi and Niyu. The item is drawing large engagement as viewers seek simple breakdowns of the war, which has dragged on for years with regional and global implications. Interest in the topic remains high as the conflict continues to affect shipping and security in the Middle East.

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    Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opens in Los Angeles●Illustrating myths: The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opensβ–ΆyoutubeCultureArt706K4 h ago

    The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, founded by Star Wars creator George Lucas, has opened its doors. The museum is dedicated to narrative art, spanning illustration, comics, film and painting, and tells stories through visual works across cultures and eras. Early coverage highlights its unconventional collection and striking architecture, and attention is focused on how it will treat popular and mythic imagery as fine art.

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    UK artists' AI copyright win offers lessons for Australia●AI Copyright Fight: Lessons from UK Artists for Australia High-profile UK creators successfully fought AI lobbying overMmastodonTechnologyAI05 h ago

    High-profile British creators have successfully pushed back against AI industry lobbying over the use of copyrighted works, a campaign now being studied as Australia weighs its own copyright reforms. Observers say the UK experience shows how artists' collective pressure can shape rules governing AI training on creative work, as Australian policymakers face similar demands from both creators and technology firms.

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    OnlyFans creators including Lily Phillips speak out on climate changeβ–ΌLily Phillips, other OnlyFans creators spread the word about climate changeβœ‰newsEnvironmentClimate45 min ago

    Lily Phillips and a group of other OnlyFans creators are lending their platforms to raise awareness about climate change, according to a Mashable report. The story highlights how adult content creators are using their large online followings to spread environmental messages, prompting discussion about unconventional messengers for climate advocacy and the reach of influencer-driven activism.

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    Commentary says social media puts unsustainable pressure on artists●Social media advertising places unsustainable expectations on artistsβœ‰newsTechnologyInternet55 min ago

    A commentary in The Daily Orange argues that social media advertising places unrealistic and unsustainable expectations on artists. The piece contends that platforms require constant content production and self-promotion, turning creative work into a relentless marketing cycle. It has drawn attention among readers debating how digital demands affect creative careers.

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    OpenShot 4.0.1 Rolls Out Razor Tool and Timeline Improvements●OpenShot 4.0.1 Video Editor Improves Razor Tool, Timeline Editing, and Linux Supportβœ‰newsTechnologySoftware2 h ago

    OpenShot has released version 4.0.1 of its open-source video editor, bringing refinements to the Razor tool for cutting clips, smoother timeline editing, and better support on Linux systems. As a free alternative to commercial editing software, OpenShot's updates are closely followed by Linux users and budget-conscious content creators looking for capable no-cost editing tools.

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    New Grand Rapids venture aims to support artists year roundβ–ΌArtPrize is once a year, but new business Endcap Market and Studios aims to foster art year roundβœ‰newsBusiness1 h ago

    A new business called Endcap Market and Studios is launching with the goal of supporting artists throughout the year, rather than only during ArtPrize, the annual art competition. The venture intends to give creators a permanent space to make, show and sell work between the yearly event. Local coverage highlights the gap it could fill for the regional arts community.

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