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Scott Pelley Criticizes Corporate Oversight After “60 Minutes” Chief Resigns
Scott Pelley paid tribute to former “60 Minutes” executive producer Bill Owens, who resigned following new corporate oversight introduced after a lawsuit from President Trump. The lawsuit, targeting CBS over its editing of a Kamala Harris interview, led Paramount Global (CBS News’ parent company) to require added supervision of “60 Minutes” content. Pelley emphasized that Owens’ resignation demonstrated his integrity and criticized the erosion of editorial independence, while noting that no stories had been blocked. “60 Minutes” continues airing critical reports, including a recent piece on NIH budget cuts. (Read More) (News Facts Network Rating)
Perplexity Opposes DOJ’s Push to Break Up Google Chrome, Eyes Browser Purchase
Perplexity, an AI search company, criticized the U.S. Department of Justice’s proposal to force Google to divest Chrome, arguing it would harm consumers more than address competition issues. CEO Aravind Srinivas defended Chrome’s dominant position as earned and warned that few could maintain Chrome’s scale and quality. Perplexity also revealed its interest in purchasing Chrome if divested, promoting its new AI-driven “Comet” browser. The company argues the real monopoly issue lies in Android’s restrictive contracts, not Chrome’s market share. (Read More) (MediaPost Rating)
Musk’s X Corp. Sues Minnesota Over Deep Fake Law, Citing First Amendment Violations
Elon Musk’s X Corp. has filed a lawsuit against Minnesota’s law criminalizing “deep fakes” near elections, claiming the statute is too vague and infringes on free speech rights. The law targets AI-generated realistic media intended to harm political candidates, but X argues it pressures platforms into censoring legitimate political content to avoid liability. X seeks to block the law’s enforcement, asserting it improperly restricts protected political speech. Other lawsuits challenging the law are also ongoing, highlighting broader debates over AI, free speech, and election integrity. (Read More) (MediaPost Rating)
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