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Rising use of generative AI by police is a threat to Americans' civil liberties, ACLU warns
AI tools remove essential human elements of the country's justice system.
The truth about dyslexics in tech
The challenges that come with the learning disability can become advantages, writes this CEO.
By Ben Herbert
STEM, gender, and the stereotypes that hold girls back
Ideas about gender and STEM start very young, but a study finds unexpected caveats.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Apple allowed child sex abuse materials to proliferate, according to class action lawsuit
The class action suit may pit Apple against its own user privacy promises.
'Abysmal' working conditions, exploitation of webcam models exposed
Platforms are failing to curb abusive conditions for webcammers in Colombia, Human Rights Watch finds.
New video games for players with disabilities coming, courtesy of Electronic Arts
EA's Patent Pledge commits to providing free patented tech to designers.
California’s tsunami alert was a mess for many. Here’s why
After a California quake, confusion threatens to increase digital distrust in times of disaster.
By Rebecca Ruiz
As some on the internet celebrate a CEO's murder, content moderators are at a crossroads
Social media platforms are being tested as some members of the public rejoice.
OpenAI announces deal with defense startup to create anti-drone tech
OpenAI "supports U.S.-led efforts to ensure the technology upholds democratic values," OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said.
Black D.C. neighborhoods denied same-day deliveries by Amazon, attorney general claims
Amazon contends the policy "protects" its employees from crime.
How to turn your social profiles into hubs for charity
Social media apps can be used for more than memes and life updates.
What does it mean to decolonize your donations?
Colonization and systemic racism are present in just about everything, including charity.
Thinking about the best ways to give to charity? Here's where to start.
Go a little deeper with your giving.
New consumer protection rules would block data brokers from selling Americans' sensitive info
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau hopes to rein in transactions that can expose Social Security numbers, financial details, and more.
Roblox's new Party feature makes Discord obsolete
It's no longer necessary to leave Roblox if you want to play in a group.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Ronan Farrow's simple tips for keeping spyware off your phone
Surveillance tech can be foiled quite easily, according to the reporter.
A dog climbed an Egyptian pyramid — and things just got weirder from there
One of Cairo's many stray dogs was recently captured at the top of the Pyramid of Khafre.
Chatbots pushing pro-anorexia messaging to teen users
The bots are often disguised as weight loss or eating disorder recovery "coaches."
One million public Bluesky posts scraped for AI training
The data was posted to an AI company, then later removed after an outcry.
6 free gratitude meditations to help you get grounded
Take a break from the chaos with these guided meditation tracks.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Bluesky ramps up content moderation as millions join the platform
A new 100 person team steps in as concerns about child sexual abuse material rise.
Leaving X for bluer pastures? What to know about Bluesky's owners and policies.
From Jack Dorsey to blockchain, Bluesky was forged in Big Tech's fire.
Intel's 20-year-old AI ethics prodigy on the future of artificial intelligence
Ria Cheruvu represents the next generation of AI innovators — and she's long been doing the work.
How one man lost $56,000 when he opened an Amazon store
The victim of a scheme being investigated by the FTC shares his story.
By Rebecca Ruiz
