Social media platforms that once promised connection and community are increasingly feeling artificial, fragmented and exhausting. The growing flood of AI-generated content — often referred to as “AI slop” — along with realistic deepfakes is accelerating that decline, raising serious concerns about trust, authenticity and online well-being.

AI tools such as OpenAI’s Sora, Google’s Veo and Midjourney have made it easier than ever to generate hyperrealistic images and videos with a... Read More

As artificial intelligence becomes more powerful and more present in everyday life, experts are warning that the way companies talk about AI may be doing more harm than good. Increasingly, tech firms are using human-like language to describe AI systems — saying they “think,” “confess,” “scheme,” or even have a “soul.” Critics argue this kind of anthropomorphism is misleading the public and distorting how people understand what AI actually is.

At its core, AI has... Read More

Google has begun rolling out a new Gemini-powered feature in Google Maps that aims to make driving safer and more convenient by turning the navigation app into a hands-free AI assistant. The update allows users to interact with Maps using natural voice commands while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. Announced last month and now arriving on iOS, Android and Android Auto, the new feature integrates Google’s Gemini AI directly into Google Maps. Drivers can simply say “Hey Google&rdqu... Read More

Rivian opened the doors of its Palo Alto, California, headquarters this week for its Autonomy & AI event, revealing major upgrades to its hardware and software stack. From a custom-built AI chip to rooftop lidar and a next-gen voice assistant, Rivian detailed how its future R1 and upcoming R2 electric vehicles will gain more advanced autonomous driving and smarter in-car technology. The announcements mark a major step toward the company’s long-term goal: d... Read More