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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A Lost and Found Office Called X

Over 500 people helped José Arcas in his search for an iPad he forgot on a Renfe AVE train.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Matt Brittin: A New Algorithm for the BBC

The article discusses Matt Brittin's role in leading the BBC into the future, focusing on his reputation as a calming influence in a tumultuous media landscape.

Mar 22 • 11:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fake Iran war missile strikes and drone attacks 'surging on social media'

UK Technology Secretary Liz Kendall expresses concern over the rise of misinformation regarding the Iran war on social media.

Mar 22 • 07:47 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

After Fernandes' allegations: 'I have looked into so many abysses – one has no idea'

TV personalities Mareile Höppner and Lola Weippert discuss their long struggle against male harassment, xenophobia, and online abuse exacerbated by deepfake technology.

Mar 21 • 15:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Digital Fatigue: More Young People Turn to 'Vintage' Practices to Disconnect

Amidst the rise of digital fatigue, many young people are reverting to vintage activities to disconnect from the overwhelming presence of social media and technology.

Mar 21 • 09:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

It surpassed a valuation of one billion dollars, and now it only generates 6,000... Where did "Clubhouse" go?

Clubhouse, once valued at over a billion dollars, has drastically declined in user engagement and revenue, raising questions about its future.

Mar 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Netanyahu Couldn’t Prove He’s Alive. People Are Losing the Ability to Distinguish Reality from AI

A survey indicates that nearly 40% of people use artificial intelligence weekly, leading to challenges in distinguishing AI-generated content from reality.

Mar 20 • 16:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Chris Hayes: "One day pulling out your phone at dinner will be as strange as lighting a cigarette in a friend’s living room"

Chris Hayes discusses the pervasive impact of technology on our attention spans and personal interactions.

Mar 20 • 14:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Twitter turns 20 years old, taking the pulse of the world

Twitter, launched in 2006, has evolved from a personal microblogging tool to a major source of global news and opinions.

Mar 20 • 13:27 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The kratom ban will not work, the solution is an agreement. We have a similar one for beer, says Vobořil

Expert Jindřich Vobořil warns that digital addiction, much like substance dependency, develops insidiously and is challenging to overcome.

Mar 20 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Ban on Kratom Will Not Work; Agreement is the Solution. We Stick to it for Beer, Says Vobořil

Experts warn that digital addiction can develop just like any other drug addiction, with social media intentionally designed to foster dependency.

Mar 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Broad Reactions Following U.S. Targeting of Iranian Missiles Near the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. Central Command has launched airstrikes targeting fortified Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in widespread reactions and discussions on social media regarding the strategic implications of the operation.

Mar 19 • 13:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump repeatedly lies about BBC claiming speech quotes were 'AI generated'

Donald Trump has falsely accused the BBC of fabricating quotes from his speeches using AI technology, amidst his ongoing legal battle with the organization.

Mar 17 • 16:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Rome shaken by scandal: billionaire's lecture on the Antichrist causes anger

A conference featuring billionaire investor Peter Thiel, discussing the Antichrist, has sparked controversy and is not open to the media or public.

Mar 16 • 15:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

European companies ask the EU to fine Google for favoritism in search

European editors and tech firms are urging EU regulators to conclude their nearly two-year investigation into Google for allegedly favoring its own services in online searches.

Mar 16 • 15:28 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Between Technology and Audience: Latvian Media Facing Change

Latvian media outlets are navigating significant changes thanks to substantial funding from the EU Recovery Mechanism aimed at enhancing digital capabilities and audience engagement.

Mar 15 • 12:05 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Artificial Intelligence Allows for the Creation of a Newsroom from One Journalist

The article discusses how artificial intelligence is transforming journalism by enabling individual journalists to run entire newsrooms with advanced capabilities previously reliant on large teams.

Mar 14 • 12:46 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Broadcast Council has voted: Norbert Himmler remains director at ZDF

Norbert Himmler has been re-elected as the director of ZDF for a second five-year term by the broadcaster's council.

Mar 13 • 10:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Google's former Europe boss close to becoming next head of BBC, sources say

Matt Brittin, Google's former Europe and Africa chief, is reportedly close to being appointed as the next director general of the BBC.

Mar 12 • 19:02 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Life & Tech

Chat with Joma

Aftonbladet explores a new chat feature named Joma, aimed at improving user interaction.

Mar 12 • 13:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"It calms me for a while, but then it gets worse". Patients and specialists point out another unexpected effect of new technologies

Patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder highlight the negative effects of new technology on their mental health, as experts share guidance on managing these issues.

Mar 12 • 11:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Voice-changing software, AI photos... Three arrested for cheating women

Police in Punjab have arrested three individuals involved in a cyber scam targeting women using voice-changing software and fake social media profiles.

Mar 10 • 14:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Sharp reaction to TVP material. A complaint has been filed with KRRiT

Gosia Fraser has lodged a complaint against TVP regarding a news piece that was perceived as one-sided in its portrayal of data centers.

Mar 10 • 14:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

With 90% Accuracy... AI Reveals Anonymous Accounts

A study by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology highlights the use of AI to identify anonymous social media accounts with up to 90% accuracy.

Mar 10 • 10:19 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The Ia-talian? It Risks Becoming the New Norm

Giuseppe Antonelli explores the evolution of the Italian language, especially in the context of technological advancements and artificial intelligence.

Mar 10 • 04:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Digital setup essentials for growing small businesses

The article emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive digital setup for small businesses in Nigeria, extending beyond mere social media presence to include technology integration across operations.

Mar 10 • 01:56 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

AI and the Digital Refuge: How Technology is Redesigning Our Connections

A recent study indicates a significant decline in the importance of human relationships in Latin America, with a growing reliance on artificial intelligence and digital platforms as a substitute during times of loneliness.

Mar 9 • 18:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Cell Phone that Keeps the Horizon Stable: How the Technology that Went Viral on Social Media Works

The article discusses a new smartphone technology, particularly in the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, that stabilizes video images even while the device is in motion, using sensors like accelerometers and gyroscopes.

Mar 9 • 08:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Here's how to get the most out of YouTube: Balance the sounds, convert video to text...

The article provides tips for enhancing user experience on YouTube, focusing on audio balancing and video transcription features.

Mar 9 • 05:05 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

20 Billion Screens Control Our Lives.. How Can We Regain Ourselves?

The article discusses the overwhelming presence of digital screens in our lives and how they manipulate our attention and behavior, highlighting a dialogue on regaining control over our time and focus from tech companies' influence.

Mar 7 • 10:48 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Norwegian media in historic collaboration

Norwegian media outlets are joining forces in a historic collaboration to address threats to the public's access to credible information.

Mar 5 • 13:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Virginia Saman: from fear to action on digital platforms

Virginia Saman, a digital marketing consultant and founder of Virgix Help, speaks on her journey and the evolving role of technology in business during a forum organized by El Universo.

Mar 4 • 20:52 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Can you believe your eyes? War in the age of AI

The article discusses the challenges of misinformation and the blurred lines between real and simulated events in warfare, particularly in the context of AI advancements.

Mar 4 • 19:09 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The world is at war and millions of people are still discussing Jim Carrey's doppelgänger

The article highlights the absurdity of social media discussions focusing on a celebrity doppelgänger while significant geopolitical events unfold, exemplifying the distraction technology can create in the face of serious global issues.

Mar 4 • 13:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

We Just Want to Know What’s Happening

The article discusses the Spanish government's initiatives against online harm for minors while paradoxically celebrating a major deal with Amazon, raising questions about the role of technology in governance.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Facebook is experiencing problems

Facebook users are currently facing account login issues, with messages indicating that accounts are temporarily unavailable due to site problems.

Mar 3 • 22:26 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Artificial Intelligence: The Stakes at Interoperability and Ethical Level

The article discusses the implications of artificial intelligence on society, emphasizing both the opportunities and concerns it presents.

Mar 3 • 12:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

What do AI chatbots talk about with each other? We sent one to find out

A new social network for AI chatbots, known as Moltbook, has sparked discussions about the implications of AI interactions as it allows bots to communicate among themselves while humans observe from the outside.

Mar 2 • 17:27 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Life & Tech

The Apps Play with Your Brain - This is Why You Lose

Tech giants exploit our brains to keep us addicted to social media, prompting calls for legislative action against their manipulative designs.

Mar 1 • 13:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Future of Fake Content in Crises: How Artificial Intelligence Threatens Truth?

The article discusses the evolution of deepfake technology and its implications for truth and misinformation in crises, particularly highlighted by its military applications.

Mar 1 • 10:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Social Networks Are Not What They Thought

The article critiques the misconceptions adults hold regarding social media and the ineffective solutions they propose to address new digital challenges.

Mar 1 • 03:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Guest essay] Korea is a ‘content’ powerhouse — is AI about to change that?

The article discusses the implications of AI technology, particularly its ability to create hyper-realistic videos that can replicate celebrities, on the South Korean media and entertainment industry.

Mar 1 • 01:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Experts to Al Jazeera Net: Platforms like 'Moltbook' Change Media and Reshape Public Opinion

Experts emphasize that platforms like 'Moltbook,' where intelligent agents dominate interactions, are transforming media and public opinion.

Feb 28 • 08:58 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Journalism arose from technology, from whom it became friend and rival; see HQ

The article discusses the historical evolution of journalism alongside technology and its continuing importance despite the rise of the internet and social media.

Feb 28 • 02:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

In times of AI, the newspaper becomes a consultancy, neighborhood café, and research center

Folha, a Brazilian newspaper, discusses the rapid adoption of AI tools in journalism and their implications for reporting.

Feb 27 • 21:37 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Drug Cartels in Mexico Flash the Latest Weapon Technology on Social Media

The death of El Mencho, leader of Mexico's Jalisco New Generation cartel, sparked chaos across the country, as armed members displayed military-grade weapons on social media.

Feb 27 • 19:20 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The drug cartels flash the latest weapon technology on social media

Mexico's armed forces killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, leading to chaos as his heavily armed followers retaliated across the country.

Feb 27 • 19:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"No more Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp, I'm uninstalling everything": Le Figaro tested the Off February challenge

Le Figaro journalist engages in the Off February challenge by uninstalling social media apps for a month to combat excessive screen time.

Feb 27 • 18:51 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Meta and Google strike chip deal amid regulatory pressure – media

Meta has signed a significant agreement with Google to rent artificial intelligence chips as both companies navigate increasing regulatory scrutiny over AI development.

Feb 27 • 15:14 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Life & Tech

The Curator: I tried the Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask—here’s my honest review

The article reviews the Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask, a popular beauty device that has gained attention on social media for its skincare benefits.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC

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