Jun 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
After years of warning about AI risks, companies like OpenAI and Anthropic now face abrupt government action. The Trump administration’s shift from non-regulation to strict controls has created uncertainty, with companies walking on eggshells while rivals abroad advance.
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Jun 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A student from Chapman University built a working C-3PO head that uses a custom large language model and text-to-speech to converse in the droid's iconic voice. The project, detailed on GitHub, shows how a Raspberry Pi 5 processes speech and generates responses. It’s a fun DIY project for Star Wars fans who want to own a piece of the galaxy far, far away.
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Jun 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
High-level talks between Anthropic and the White House to lift a restrictive export control directive have reportedly improved since CEO Dario Amodei was replaced in negotiations by co-founder Tom Brown. Sources cited by Wired described Amodei as difficult to deal with, while Brown is seen as more personable and effective. The dispute centers on Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 AI model, which was pulled offline after the White House expressed concerns over cybersecurity and potential access by Chinese entities. The outcome could set a precedent for how frontier AI models are regulated amid growing government oversight.
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Jun 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
An email obtained by Politico reveals that the White House app will be auto-installed on all DHS phones. The app, which delivers unfiltered updates from President Trump, has been criticized for sharing user data with third parties and for potential security vulnerabilities. Former GSA tech executive Sonny Hashmi called the auto-install 'cause for alarm.' The move echoes a controversial auto-download from 2014 involving a U2 album.
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Jun 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
After a sharp decline in 2025, Tesla is seeing a resurgence in Europe with sales up 57% and plans to hire 1,000 workers at its German plant. The rebound comes as European leaders push for digital sovereignty, yet consumers are choosing American EVs over local alternatives, raising questions about the region's ability to reduce dependence on U.S. technology.
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Jun 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
In a recent interview, Xprize founder Peter Diamandis claimed that the proliferation of surveillance technologies—from smart city sensors to facial recognition—will make humans 'behave better.' While he envisions a 'trillion sensor world' that rewards good conduct, privacy advocates warn that such systems disproportionately target marginalized communities and erode civil liberties. The debate highlights a growing tension between technological optimism and fundamental rights.
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Jun 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
BTS member Jimin caused a stir at Paris Fashion Week with his Dior look. Unedited Getty photos led to mixed reactions online, with some criticizing styling and others defending the star. Despite criticism, Jimin dominated social media trends, generating over 550,000 posts hours after the show.
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Jun 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Daliane Ferreira, une fan brésilienne de Jungkook (BTS), a harcelé l'idole en sonnant 133 fois à son interphone et en tentant de pénétrer chez lui. Elle a été condamnée à un an de prison avec sursis et sera expulsée de Corée du Sud. Cette affaire illustre la sévérité de la loi anti-stalking sud-coréenne.
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Jun 27, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
RM et V, membres emblématiques de BTS, ont été démobilisés ce 10 juin après 18 mois de service militaire en Corée du Sud. Le groupe planche déjà sur un nouvel album et prévoit un retour sur scène dans les prochains mois, dans l'attente de la libération de tous les membres d'ici fin juin. Cet événement marque un tournant majeur pour l'industrie K-pop et pour HYBE, l'agence du groupe.
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