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    Remember Digg? It’s Back, in AI News Outlet Form

    Remember Digg? It’s Back, in AI News Outlet Form

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Digg, the pioneering social news site from the mid-2000s, has relaunched as a niche AI news aggregator. Founder Kevin Rose, along with Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, reacquired the platform last year. After a false start in January 2026 that ended in layoffs, the new version pulls popularity and sentiment data from X (formerly Twitter) to curate links. The site, currently at di.gg/ai, aims to help users keep pace with the fast-moving world of AI papers, launches, and hot takes. This marks yet another chapter for a platform that helped popularize the “Digg This” button and the concept of viral content.
    Meta Could Spend $145 Billion This Year Due to AI

    Meta Could Spend $145 Billion This Year Due to AI

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Meta announced plans to spend up to $145 billion in 2026, far exceeding previous expectations, largely due to AI investments and rising memory chip prices. Despite a 33% revenue surge, shares fell over 7% as investors digested the massive spending. CEO Mark Zuckerberg promised two new AI agents and highlighted the debut of the Muse Spark model, signaling Meta's aggressive catch-up in the AI race. The company also faces ongoing losses from Reality Labs and a 10% workforce reduction.
    The Government’s Page About Its AI Vetting Deals with Google, xAI, and Microsoft Is Missing from Its Website

    The Government’s Page About Its AI Vetting Deals with Google, xAI, and Microsoft Is Missing from Its Website

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The Commerce Department's Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI) page announcing agreements with Google, xAI, and Microsoft for pre-deployment AI model evaluations has disappeared from the official website. The original URL now redirects to the main CAISI page, but archived versions remain accessible. This incident raises questions about transparency and accountability in government AI oversight.
    Jeep, Ram, and Dodge Vehicles Could Soon Come Equipped With Wayve’s Self-Driving Tech

    Jeep, Ram, and Dodge Vehicles Could Soon Come Equipped With Wayve’s Self-Driving Tech

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Stellantis, the parent company of Jeep, Ram, Dodge, and Fiat, announced a strategic partnership with UK-based autonomous driving startup Wayve. The collaboration aims to integrate Wayve's AI Driver system into Stellantis' STLA AutoDrive platform, enabling hands-free supervised driving on both city streets and highways. The first vehicle integration is planned for North America in 2028, with a prototype already developed on the Jeep Cherokee platform.
    Privacy & Security

    Privacy & Security

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A comprehensive overview of recent events in privacy and security, from crypto warnings to school bus surveillance and government cybersecurity failures. The landscape is shifting rapidly with new threats and regulations.
    Enola heiratet und Sherlock wird entführt im Teaser zu Enola Holmes 3

    Enola heiratet und Sherlock wird entführt im Teaser zu Enola Holmes 3

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Netflix hat den ersten Teaser zu Enola Holmes 3 veröffentlicht. Darin wird deutlich: Enola steht vor ihrer Hochzeit, während ihr Bruder Sherlock spurlos verschwindet. Fans dürfen sich auf eine Mischung aus Romantik, Abenteuer und Krimi freuen.
    Austin Butler

    Austin Butler

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Austin Butler skyrocketed from Disney Channel roles to Oscar-nominated portrayals. Explore his biography, career milestones, and personal life. From 'The Carrie Diaries' to 'Elvis', his transformation is remarkable. Learn about his upcoming projects including the Lance Armstrong biopic and 'Caught Stealing'.
    Anya Taylor-Joy

    Anya Taylor-Joy

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Anya Taylor-Joy rose from a chance encounter at Harrods to become one of Hollywood's most versatile actresses. Her breakthrough came with the horror film The Witch, followed by acclaimed performances in Split, The Queen's Gambit, and The Menu. Discover her early life, career milestones, and personal story.
    Tina Fey: Neben Timothée Chalamet sitzt es sich nicht so schlecht, wie es aussieht

    Tina Fey: Neben Timothée Chalamet sitzt es sich nicht so schlecht, wie es aussieht

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Tina Fey und Timothée Chalamet sorgten für Aufsehen, als sie bei einem Knicks-Spiel nebeneinander saßen. Fey weist Vorwürfe des Manspreading zurück und betont die Freundlichkeit des Schauspielers. Die Debatte zeigt, wie schnell Bilder täuschen können.
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