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TikTok Restores U.S. Service Amid Trump’s Executive Order Delay
TikTok began restoring access to its 170 million U.S. users after going dark earlier in the day, following a controversial U.S. law targeting its Chinese ownership. President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to issue an executive order delaying the law’s enforcement after his inauguration. Trump suggested a potential U.S.–China joint venture for TikTok and assured liability protection for companies involved in the app’s temporary outage. TikTok pledged to work with the administration on a long-term solution. Read More – MediaPost Rating
AI Licensing Deals: A Drop in the Bucket for Publishers
While AI partnerships offer incremental revenue for some publishers, a report highlights that these deals are insignificant for most. For instance, OpenAI pays $16 million annually to Dotdash Meredith—just 1% of the publisher’s projected 2024 revenue. Similar deals with Axel Springer and others yield similarly modest returns, raising doubts about AI’s transformative potential for media profitability. Critics urge publishers to focus on creating content that resonates with audiences rather than waiting for AI licensing windfalls. Read More – Nieman Lab Rating
Meta Accused of Using Pirated Books for AI Training
Court documents from an ongoing copyright lawsuit reveal that Meta allegedly accessed pirated books via the torrent site Library Genesis (LibGen) to train its AI systems. Internal communications suggest the decision was escalated to CEO Mark Zuckerberg for approval. This revelation adds to mounting criticism of Meta’s ethical practices, with the company defending its actions under “fair use” claims. The backlash raises further questions about Meta’s commitment to supporting creators while prioritizing its AI ambitions. Read More – Social Media Today Rating
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