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Kari Lake Says She Has No Intention of Turning Voice of America Into “Trump TV”
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead Voice of America (VOA), Kari Lake, stated she aims to focus on politically neutral journalism rather than creating a partisan outlet. Speaking at a Turning Point USA event, Lake criticized mainstream media and emphasized the importance of unbiased reporting at VOA, an international broadcaster reaching 354 million people weekly. While defending her objectivity, Lake acknowledged public concerns but assured her focus is on expanding and enhancing VOA’s content. Lake’s appointment requires approval by a bipartisan board. (Read More – CBS News Rating)
AI-Generated Fake Reviews Raise New Concerns Amidst Holiday Shopping
The rise of AI-powered text generators has exacerbated the prevalence of fake online reviews, watchdogs report. AI tools allow fraudsters to produce convincing reviews quickly, complicating efforts to maintain trust on platforms like Amazon and Yelp. A Transparency Company study found 14% of analyzed reviews were likely fake, with millions identified as AI-generated. While companies like Amazon and Yelp are adopting detection measures, the FTC has banned fake reviews and is targeting offenders. Experts caution consumers to watch for signs of AI-generated reviews, which often feature overly polished language and repetitive descriptors. (Read More – AP News Rating)
Senators Urge Biden to Delay TikTok Ban Deadline by 90 Days
Senators Ed Markey (D-MA) and Rand Paul (R-KY) are urging President Biden to extend the January 19 deadline for TikTok’s separation from its parent company, ByteDance, under the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. The senators argue a delay is necessary to prevent hardship for TikTok users and allow ByteDance time to find a buyer. TikTok plans to challenge the law at the Supreme Court, which will hear the case on January 10. The statute stems from concerns about Chinese government access to user data and potential influence through the app. (Read More – MediaPost Rating)
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