Weekly Roundup
Meta Overhauls Rules on Deepfakes
Meta, the owner of Facebook, announced significant changes to its policies on digitally created and altered media. The company will start applying “Made with AI” labels to AI-generated content on its platforms. This move comes ahead of the U.S. elections and aims to combat deceptive content generated by new AI technologies. The changes will include more prominent labels for digitally altered media that poses a high risk of deceiving the public.
Trump Media Stock Plummets
Shares of Truth Social owner Trump Media & Technology Group dropped 12% this week, wiping out nearly $2 billion from former President Donald Trump’s stake in the company. Despite this decline, Trump Media shares have surged by over 130% this year. The company recently disclosed significant losses, raising concerns about its valuation.
AI Robots Combat Loneliness Among Seniors
Florida and Broward County are investing in artificial intelligence robots to help combat loneliness among seniors. These high-tech companions, including robotic cats and interactive robots, aim to provide companionship and support to seniors facing isolation. The initiative is part of efforts to address the loneliness epidemic affecting many older adults.
