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Microsoft / Activision deal prevented to protect innovation and choice in cloud gaming
In a surprising move by the UK Competition and Markets Authority, they have blocked Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard not over the primary concerns of owning the Call of Duty IP but expanding their monopoly over Cloud gaming. A particular issue I am interested in raised by the UK is Microsoft’s cloud gaming service “was…
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Winnie the Pooh is… horrifying?
I was intrigued to hear that since the copyright for Winnie the Pooh expired in January 2022 (at least, the copyright for the original novels) that we’re about to see what the public domain can do to a beloved childhood character! While the cartoon versions of the characters from the Hundred Acre Woods are still…
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Hayley Williams CBC Interview
Hello everyone! I wanted to share this interview I heard earlier this term on CBC with Hayley Williams from the band Paramore. She addresses the topic we discussed fairly lengthily about predatory record label contracts, in regards to how she was originally offered a solo contract as a teenager that she turned down in order…
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The Writers Guild of America Could Go on Strike
The Writers Guild of America (“WGA”) is a labour union representing thousands of creators who write scripted series, features, news programs, and other content. WGA is currently in active negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Pictures and Television Producers (“AMPTP”) for a new contract, and a strike could occur if a new deal isn’t reached…
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Deepfakes and the 2024 US Election
Deepfakes could become a major issue with regards to the 2024 election in the United States. There have already been examples of AI-generated images and videos, and deepfakes circulating of politicians. As technology makes deepfakes more realistic and easier to create this is leading to concerns about the spreading of misinformation. Article below: https://www.wired.com/story/chatgpt-generative-ai-deepfake-2024-us-presidential-election/
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Chat GPT Now Has Private Mode
After being heavily criticized by privacy experts and pundits, ChatGPT has finally released a feature in which users can take advantage of the tool while opting out of sharing their input. This has quite a few implications: First, from the perspective of internet privacy advocates, this is a win. However, it does not remove other…
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Disney sues Florida governor Ron DeSantis
In the latest legal developments between Disney and FL governor Ron DeSantis, Disney has filed a lawsuit against DeSantis, the DeSantis-appointed board, and Florida Department of Economic Opportunity acting secretary Meredith Ivey. Disney seeks an injunction against the board’s move to nullify the agreement Disney reached with the previous board before it was dissolved that…
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Internet Defamation Law Clarified
The recent ruling in Pineau v. KMI Publishing and Events Ltd. by the B.C. Court of Appeal has clarified an important distinction in internet defamation cases. While sharing a hyperlink to a defamatory article created by a third party does not establish liability, sharing a hyperlink to one’s own defamatory article can impact damage assessment.…
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AI creators must study consciousness, experts warn
Dozens of academics worldwide are urging AI developers to explore the depths of consciousness as AI systems advance. While AI having emotions and human-like consciousness may no longer be confined to science fiction, experts agree we’re far from reaching that level of sophistication. However, AI is rapidly evolving, leading some to advocate for a pause…
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Snapchat joining the AI game
If you’re a Snapchat user, you’ve probably encountered their new feature, “My AI,” & if you’re like anyone else, you probably have mixed feelings about it. Well, you’re not alone. Powered by OpenAI’s GPT technology, My AI is pinned at the top of users’ chat feeds. Only paid subscribers can remove it (sparking many users’…
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