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Russia Floods Fact-Checking Sites with Disinformation
In an ironic twist, Russian agents and bots have begun spreading disinformation targeting the U.S. 2024 presidential election, particularly in the comments sections of legitimate news and fact-checking sites. NewsGuard identified 28 accounts on X (formerly Twitter) that are posting fabricated media reports across the replies of U.S. news and fact-checking organizations, including Lead Stories and FactCheck.org. These fake comments aim to influence perceptions by impersonating credible news sources. (Read More) MediaPost Rating
News Publishers Demand OpenAI Disclose Training Data Sources
Major publishers, including The New York Times and New York Daily News, have intensified their legal battle against OpenAI, asking a court to order the company to reveal all copyrighted material used to train its models. Publishers argue that they have already identified millions of their stories in OpenAI’s training data but lack the full scope of usage. OpenAI responded by providing publishers with access to training data in a controlled “sandbox” environment, though publishers report ongoing technical and procedural challenges. OpenAI asserts that these demands are unprecedented in legal discovery. (Read More) Press Gazette Rating
David Frum Resigns from Republican Party After Trump’s 2024 Victory
Conservative author and The Atlantic writer David Frum announced his departure from the Republican Party following Donald Trump’s presidential victory. Frum, a former George W. Bush speechwriter and longtime Trump critic, stated that Americans opposing Trump “must prepare to live in a different America,” where support for Trump reflects a troubling shift in democratic values. Frum previously criticized the party’s direction, urging Republicans to prioritize constitutional values over party loyalty. (Read More) The Hill Rating
Google Clarifies Voting Search Result Discrepancies, Debunks Conspiracy Theory
A search result discrepancy on Google triggered conspiracy theories suggesting bias toward Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. While searches for “Where can I vote for Harris?” displayed a voting map, searches for Trump did not. Google explained that this discrepancy stemmed from Harris being a county name in Texas, influencing search result behavior. Google has since worked to resolve the issue, though some users claim it reflects a partisan bias. (Read More) MediaPost Rating
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