The Quiet Spread of AI-Generated ‘Brainrot’ Across Social Media

Generative AI is sweeping across online video platforms and may now account for a sizable portion of YouTube’s short-form video feed, recent research shows.

Senior US Diplomats Criticize EU Policies That Hit X With $140 Million Fine

Even before the EU’s fine was announced against X, U.S. VP JD Vance suggested it amounted to punishing X for ‘not engaging in censorship.’
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EU Announces Probe of Meta Over 3rd-Party AI Restrictions on WhatsApp

The European Commission has launched an antitrust probe into Meta over whether restricting third-party AI tools on WhatsApp violates EU competition rules.

Inside the Growing Trend of Digital Detoxing

The concept of digital “detoxing” has entered the mainstream, with wellness experts and scientists highlighting its considerable health benefits.

Google Sued for Allegedly Using Gemini AI Tool to Track Users’ Private Communications

Google faces a civil suit alleging its Gemini AI harvested data from users’ private Gmail, chat, and video communications without proper consent.

Nvidia CEO Says No Active Talks to Sell Blackwell AI Chips to China

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said on Nov. 7 that the company is not in “active discussions” to sell its advanced Blackwell AI chips to China.

Microsoft Increases UAE Investment to $15.2 Billion After US Clears Nvidia Chip Exports

Microsoft plans to invest $7.9B in the UAE (2026–2029) after US approval to export advanced Nvidia chips for Gulf data centers.

Disney Networks Including ESPN Go Dark on YouTube After Contract Dispute

Disney networks went dark on YouTube after negotiations to reach a licensing deal failed, the companies announced separately on Thursday.