The Justice Department is arguing that Apple has degraded the iPhone user experience and the products of competitors. A victory would give consumers more choice in our digital lives.

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13.04.2024

576,000 Roku accounts accessed by unauthorized users - Los Angeles Times

Roku on Tuesday said that 576,000 accounts were accessed by unauthorized actors who gained login credentials from another source.

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11.04.2024

The Ladder from Hatch Escapes is redefining the escape room - Los Angeles Times

The Ladder from Hatch Escapes has become one of the most buzzed-about escape rooms in the country, redefining how puzzles can tell stories.

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01.04.2024

AI safety protocols might be missing the biggest threat - Los Angeles Times

A system with safeguards that prioritize people could do enormous harm. Artificial intelligence should be programmed to consider the interests of other animals as well.

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21.03.2024

There's a clear way to regulate Facebook, TikTok and other social media - Los Angeles Times

With Google, Amazon, Twitter and other companies scaling back their safety teams, self-regulation is less likely, and AI poses big risks.

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20.03.2024

FCC plans "U.S. Cyber Trust Mark" for secure smart devices - Los Angeles Times

Internet-connecting devices that meet standards will soon come with a "U.S. Cyber Trust Mark" to help consumers choose products that protect their private information.

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08.03.2024

EA Sports' college football video game returns, thanks to NIL - Los Angeles Times

Electronic Arts Sports is releasing its NCAA football video game — 'College Football 25' — this summer, after 11 years. Players opting in receive $600 and free copy.

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08.03.2024

Will Jake Paul earn respect as boxer with Mike Tyson fight on Netflix? - Los Angeles Times

Jake Paul has been criticized for facing no-name boxers. The 27-year-old's next bout is against all-time great Mike Tyson, who will be 58 for the July 20 match on Netflix.

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14.02.2024

What does banter really mean on Tinder, Hinge, Bumble bios? - Los Angeles Times

At its most thrilling, banter mimics the buildup and climax of good sex. At its most disappointing, banter may be branded on dating app bios but never experienced on a real date.

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07.02.2024

The 'cool aunt' is a subversive counter to the 'tradwife' - Los Angeles Times

At a time in which women's bodily autonomy is constricted, the 'cool auntie' offers a model of glamorous independence — and a counter to the 'tradwife.'

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01.02.2024

HoloTile Floor, the latest invention by Disney's Lanny Smoot - Los Angeles Times

The HoloTile Floor, Lanny Smoot's latest invention, was inspired by the 'Holodeck' from the 'Star Trek' universe.

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31.01.2024

These entertainment jobs are most vulnerable to AI, study says - Los Angeles Times

A new study estimates that 62,000 entertainment jobs in California will be disrupted by artificial intelligence in the next three years.

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19.01.2024

Brian Eno on AI (he's a fan) and the Sundance doc about him - Los Angeles Times

The prolific artist, musician and producer has never agreed to be the subject of a documentary until now. "Eno" uses AI to be different each time it is shown.

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18.01.2024

After 'gore raid' on UC Irvine Discord chats, students fight back - Los Angeles Times

After UC Irvine-affiliated groups on the instant messaging platform Discord were targeted by trolls spreading gory images, students banded together to block the attack.

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18.01.2024

Meet the Netflix executive responsible for your recommendations - Los Angeles Times

Netflix Chief Product Officer Eunice Kim discusses how the streamer recommends content and how the platform will evolve as other types of contents like games are added.

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13.01.2024

George Carlin's daughter blasts AI-generated comedy special - Los Angeles Times

George Carlin's daughter has criticized the AI-generated comedy special "George Carlin: I'm Glad I'm Dead," which features the re-created voice of her father.

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11.01.2024

AI-generated Taylor Swift ads are pushing Le Creuset scam - Los Angeles Times

Taylor Swift is not giving away Le Creuset cookware, despite ads that feature an AI-generated version of the singer and aim to scam bargain-hunting Swifties.

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08.01.2024

An FAQ from the future — how we struggled and defeated deepfakes - Los Angeles Times

We haven't agreed on guardrails against deepfakes. But this fictional FAQ (from five years in the future) shows the events of 2024 may force the issue.

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03.01.2024

Why Netflix is adapting 'Yu Yu Hakusho' and other manga into TV - Los Angeles Times

As it looks to build its global audience, Netflix in the last five years has released more than 10 TV and film adaptations based on popular Japanese manga or anime.

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29.12.2023

Worried about AI? How California lawmakers plan to tackle the technology's risks in 2024 - Los Angeles Times

California politicians set the stage for more AI regulation in 2024, but they'll also face challenges as they try to place more guardrails around AI's impact on jobs, safety and discrimination.

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22.12.2023

Column: Do teens know something adults don't about ChatGPT? - Los Angeles Times

AI will become a common tool for students, but it doesn't have to atrophy their minds.

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14.12.2023

Opinion: OpenAI's drama marks a new and scary era in artificial intelligence - Los Angeles Times

The internal shuffle is likely to remain mysterious, but the effects will be painfully public as the AI industry orients around profit instead of people.

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07.12.2023

Why metal band Avenged Sevenfold is playing VR concerts - Los Angeles Times

A partnership between Huntington Beach rockers Avenged Sevenfold and the virtual reality startup AmazeVR casts light on how new technologies are shaking up the music industry.

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05.12.2023

Best video games of 2023: Venba to Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Los Angeles Times

In 2023 the most mature, poignant and thoughtful narratives were in video games. Games such as 'Venba,' 'Thirsty Suitors' and 'Super Mario Bros. Wonder' showed the importance of play-driven narratives.

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01.12.2023

Opinion: Can Hollywood's new SAG-AFTRA contract hold AI at bay? - Los Angeles Times

TV and movie actors were on strike for 118 days. Now they have until Dec. 5 to ratify a new contract that could help keep us all from being digitally replaced.

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25.11.2023

California examines benefits, risks of using artificial intelligence in state government - Los Angeles Times

Newsom’s office released a report about generative AI on Tuesday, outlining potential ways state government could harness the benefits of technology.

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22.11.2023

A new technology is upending the simple game of bowling - Los Angeles Times

In other sports, technological innovations tend to improve performance. Not so with string pinsetters, which might even decrease scoring and certainly make the game look and sound different. Some bowlers are angry.

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18.11.2023

Opinion: Biden's executive order on AI is ambitious — and incomplete - Los Angeles Times

The broad order covers industry standards, civil rights and more. But Section 230 and liability for harm remain thorny problems for tech.

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11.11.2023

How costumes make characters look real in 'Call of Duty' game - Los Angeles Times

Developed by California-based Sledgehammer Games, "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" required intensive costume preparation to bring military outfits to the screen, much live a movie.

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07.11.2023

I tried a breakup simulator video game. Here’s what it taught me about the myth of 'moving on' - Los Angeles Times

"Thirsty Suitors" is a game about the emotional mess caused by relationships — and how we can heal from it.

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04.11.2023

'Fortnite' facing revived lawsuit from celeb choreographer - Los Angeles Times

The 'Fortnite' lawsuit by celebrity choreographer Kyle Hanagami has new life after the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decides to revisit his allegations.

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25.10.2023

Playing 'Super Mario Bros. Wonder' feels like self-care - Los Angeles Times

The game is less about challenges and more about life — why we explore, how we stay optimistic and, most importantly, how we can find awe in unexpected places.

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21.10.2023

AI is causing panic for authors. Now the courts are involved - Los Angeles Times

High-profile authors such as Douglas Preston, George R.R. Martin and Michael Connelly are suing tech companies, saying that generative artificial intelligence software is ripping off their copyrighted work. But the legal issues may be complicated.

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13.10.2023

Senators draft policy aimed at Drake, Tom Hanks deep fakes - Los Angeles Times

A discussion draft of a policy proposed by Sens. Chris Coons, Marsha Blackburn and others would, if made into law, offer a legal recourse for people "cloned" by artificial intelligence software without their consent.

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13.10.2023

Opinion: Amazon is being sued by the FTC. Will that weaken its power? - Los Angeles Times

The Federal Trade Commission and 17 states allege that Amazon is an illegal monopoly that raises prices and stifles competition. Can this lawsuit weaken Amazon's online dominance?

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13.10.2023

Newsom signs law on child sex abuse material on social media - Los Angeles Times

Under AB 1394, social media platforms starting in 2025 would be barred from 'knowingly facilitating, aiding, or abetting commercial sexual exploitation.'

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13.10.2023

Newsom signs bill that would make it easier to delete online personal - Los Angeles Times

The California Privacy Protection Agency would create a way by 2026 for consumers to make a single request to ask data brokers to delete their personal information.

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13.10.2023

Google extends Chromebook lifespan; will it really help users? - Los Angeles Times

Google announced plans to allow Chromebooks to be used up to 10 years, expanding the lifespan of the devices that have become ubiquitous in American classrooms.

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13.10.2023

WGA has an AI deal. Actors could have a harder time - Los Angeles Times

Concerns about AI were a sticking point in the now-ended writers' strike. But equivalent issues could prove stickier for actors, who remain on strike.

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13.10.2023

Elon Musk bought Twitter just to break it, and we're paying the price - Los Angeles Times

Since acquiring Twitter, now X, nearly a year ago, Elon Musk's changes to the platform have helped perpetuate misinformation, mistrust and hate.

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Opinion: How the government suing Apple could benefit you - Los Angeles Times

576,000 Roku accounts accessed by unauthorized users - Los Angeles Times

The Ladder from Hatch Escapes is redefining the escape room - Los Angeles Times

AI safety protocols might be missing the biggest threat - Los Angeles Times

There's a clear way to regulate Facebook, TikTok and other social media - Los Angeles Times

FCC plans "U.S. Cyber Trust Mark" for secure smart devices - Los Angeles Times

EA Sports' college football video game returns, thanks to NIL - Los Angeles Times

Will Jake Paul earn respect as boxer with Mike Tyson fight on Netflix? - Los Angeles Times

What does banter really mean on Tinder, Hinge, Bumble bios? - Los Angeles Times

The 'cool aunt' is a subversive counter to the 'tradwife' - Los Angeles Times

HoloTile Floor, the latest invention by Disney's Lanny Smoot - Los Angeles Times

These entertainment jobs are most vulnerable to AI, study says - Los Angeles Times

Brian Eno on AI (he's a fan) and the Sundance doc about him - Los Angeles Times

After 'gore raid' on UC Irvine Discord chats, students fight back - Los Angeles Times

Meet the Netflix executive responsible for your recommendations - Los Angeles Times

George Carlin's daughter blasts AI-generated comedy special - Los Angeles Times

AI-generated Taylor Swift ads are pushing Le Creuset scam - Los Angeles Times

An FAQ from the future — how we struggled and defeated deepfakes - Los Angeles Times

Why Netflix is adapting 'Yu Yu Hakusho' and other manga into TV - Los Angeles Times

Worried about AI? How California lawmakers plan to tackle the technology's risks in 2024 - Los Angeles Times

Column: Do teens know something adults don't about ChatGPT? - Los Angeles Times

Opinion: OpenAI's drama marks a new and scary era in artificial intelligence - Los Angeles Times

Why metal band Avenged Sevenfold is playing VR concerts - Los Angeles Times

Best video games of 2023: Venba to Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Los Angeles Times

Opinion: Can Hollywood's new SAG-AFTRA contract hold AI at bay? - Los Angeles Times

California examines benefits, risks of using artificial intelligence in state government - Los Angeles Times

A new technology is upending the simple game of bowling - Los Angeles Times

Opinion: Biden's executive order on AI is ambitious — and incomplete - Los Angeles Times

How costumes make characters look real in 'Call of Duty' game - Los Angeles Times

I tried a breakup simulator video game. Here’s what it taught me about the myth of 'moving on' - Los Angeles Times

'Fortnite' facing revived lawsuit from celeb choreographer - Los Angeles Times

Playing 'Super Mario Bros. Wonder' feels like self-care - Los Angeles Times

AI is causing panic for authors. Now the courts are involved - Los Angeles Times

Senators draft policy aimed at Drake, Tom Hanks deep fakes - Los Angeles Times

Opinion: Amazon is being sued by the FTC. Will that weaken its power? - Los Angeles Times

Newsom signs law on child sex abuse material on social media - Los Angeles Times

Newsom signs bill that would make it easier to delete online personal - Los Angeles Times

Google extends Chromebook lifespan; will it really help users? - Los Angeles Times

WGA has an AI deal. Actors could have a harder time - Los Angeles Times

Elon Musk bought Twitter just to break it, and we're paying the price - Los Angeles Times

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