Media News Daily: Top Stories for 11/06/2025

X Deploys AI Bots for Fact-Checking, Raising Concerns Over Accuracy

X (formerly Twitter) is now using artificial intelligence to generate about 10% of its Community Notes, according to a Tow Center analysis. Eight AI bots, including one called “Zesty Walnut Grackle,” contribute notes that aim to fact-check or add context to posts. One AI-generated note incorrectly claimed a protest video was from 2017, fueling a now-deleted misleading tweet by Senator Ted Cruz. The bot later acknowledged the mistake. Although AI notes are rated similarly to human-authored ones, experts note significant variability depending on the bot’s design. Most notes—over 75%—remain unrated and unpublished. Critics say the rise of AI-driven notes, alongside user-based moderation, may undermine traditional fact-checking accuracy. Read More (Columbia Journalism Review Rating)

Google and Epic Games Reach Antitrust Settlement Over Android App Store Practices

Google and Epic Games have agreed to settle their long-running legal dispute over Play Store policies, pending court approval. The settlement includes lower fees, more flexibility for developers, and greater competition. Under the terms, Google may charge commissions up to 20% for some in-app purchases and must allow installation of “registered app stores” with a single click. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney praised the deal as restoring Android’s open-platform ideals. The agreement awaits modification of an existing injunction by U.S. District Judge James Donato, who had previously ruled Google maintained an illegal monopoly. If approved, Google may also withdraw its pending Supreme Court appeal. Read More (MediaPost Rating)

MSNBC Launches ‘We The People’ Campaign Ahead of MS NOW Rebrand

As it prepares to rebrand as MS NOW on November 15, MSNBC has launched a new campaign titled “We The People.” The promotional effort features prominent network hosts and archival footage of Maya Angelou. A 60-second spot includes Rachel Maddow reading the U.S. Constitution’s preamble, accompanied by footage of Americans and MSNBC personalities. The rebrand comes as MSNBC experiences growth in viewership and promotion, airing 1,200 promotional spots over the past year and averaging 1.2 million prime-time viewers in early 2025. The campaign aims to tap into elevated Election Day audiences and reinforce the network’s mission under its new name. Read More (MediaPost Rating)