Feed18 stories ›
Websites begin blocking autonomous AI agents from browsing their content
Publishers and retailers are erecting technical barriers as OpenAI, Meta, and Google push agents that act on users' behalf.
The Verge · +14 outlets
SpaceX moves toward becoming a major wireless carrier with carrier takeover plan
The plan would put Starlink in direct competition with established US mobile operators, a costly and regulatory-heavy bet.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Meta removes contract language that may have allowed scraping of news sites for AI training
The change follows backlash over terms that publishers read as blanket permission to ingest their content.
The Verge · +14 outlets
US Small Business Administration issues first classification for digital content creators
The designation could open SBA-backed loans, grants, and support programs to creators who previously lacked an official business category.
Tubefilter · +8 outlets
TikTok bans social accounts for Alex Gibney's Musk documentary ahead of wider release
The removal of the film's promotional account adds a platform-restriction angle to the documentary's rollout.
The Verge · +9 outlets
US lawmaker proposes bill forcing game companies to let players keep purchased games
The proposal targets game shutdowns and license revocations that render purchased titles unplayable.
Dexerto · +4 outlets
YouTube18 stories ›
Meta removes terms language that may have allowed scraping news sites for AI
The change follows backlash over commercial terms that appeared to permit content scraping for AI training.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Websites begin blocking autonomous AI agents from browsing and transacting
As agents from OpenAI, Google, Meta and others proliferate, site owners are deploying defenses against automated access.
The Verge · +11 outlets
U.S. Small Business Association issues first classification for digital content creators
The new designation makes it easier for creators to access SBA-backed loans and grants, a structural shift for creator businesses.
Tubefilter · +8 outlets
Disney strikes company-wide creative deal with YouTube creator group Dude Perfect
The broad agreement marks another major studio tie-up with native online creators rather than traditional talent.
Forbes · +8 outlets
TikTok bans Alex Gibney Musk documentary's social media account ahead of wider release
The removal of the film's account comes just as the documentary expands its release, adding to scrutiny of TikTok's content moderation decisions.
The Verge · +7 outlets
U.S. lawmaker proposes bill forcing game companies to let players keep purchased games
The proposed legislation would grant gamers ownership of titles they buy, targeting digital store shutdowns.
Dexerto · +4 outlets
Twitch18 stories ›
SBA issues first official small-business classification for digital content creators
The classification makes it easier for creators to access SBA-backed loans, grants and other support, a first for the creator economy as a formal business secto
Tubefilter · +3 outlets
US lawmaker proposes bill requiring game companies to let players keep purchased games
The proposal targets game shutdowns and license revocations by giving buyers ownership rights over titles they purchase.
Dexerto · +10 outlets
Smash pro Mew2King banned from Melee event over bed bug concerns, responds to criticism
Jason Zimmerman was barred from the event after traveling with swelling hands and insect bites, and later clarified his earlier comments.
Dexerto · +2 outlets
LinkedIn launches Advice Sessions, a monetization product for paid consulting calls
The product is part of a broader LinkedIn update aimed at letting professionals sell expertise directly on the platform.
Tubefilter · +4 outlets
Nvidia denies RTX 5090 discontinued, says supply remains limited
The company says the flagship GPU will keep shipping despite shortages that have fueled speculation about a phase-out.
Dexerto · +10 outlets
TikTok Shop partners with UPS to add Happy Returns ahead of holiday sales
The integration aims to ease returns for shoppers as TikTok Shop pushes into peak holiday commerce season.
Tubefilter · +2 outlets
Platforms18 stories ›
TikTok permanently suspends account for Alex Gibney's Musk documentary, raising suppression fears
The ban on the film's promotional account comes just ahead of the documentary's wider release, prompting free-speech and platform-suppression concerns.
The Verge · +3 outlets
Meta removes contract language that may have allowed it to scrape news sites for AI training
The change follows backlash over terms that publishers said would let Meta train AI models on their content for free.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Apple opens iPhone Duo preorders at $1,999; demand described as extraordinary as orders slip to 2027
Apple's new dual-device iPhone concept is selling out early, with initial orders already pushed past the current year.
The Verge · +13 outlets
Netflix restructures with sweeping cuts, marking a new era at the streaming giant
The reorganization signals a harder-edged operating posture at Netflix and is expected to ripple across Hollywood and rival studios.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
Disney signs company-wide creative deal with YouTube collective Dude Perfect
The pact extends Disney's reach into creator-led programming, pairing a legacy studio with one of YouTube's biggest entertainment brands.
Forbes · +1 outlets
Comics say AI-generated fakes steal their jokes verbatim to promote OnlyFans pages
The allegations add to mounting creator concerns over AI impersonation and unauthorized use of written material online.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
Creators18 stories ›
US lawmaker proposes bill forcing game companies to let players keep the games they buy
The proposal targets digital game ownership as storefront shutdowns and delistings have left players unable to access purchases.
Dexerto · +5 outlets
Nvidia denies RTX 5090 discontinuation, says supply remains limited
The denial follows reports of the flagship card being pulled, with the company saying it will keep shipping amid tight availability.
Dexerto · +4 outlets
MoistCr1TiKaL responds to banned Kick streamer Lavlune over dog abuse allegations
The exchange escalates an ongoing dispute over animal mistreatment claims against a streamer already banned from Kick.
Dexerto · +3 outlets
VTuber Nuki explains her $27k model after backlash over tracking and cost
She detailed what went into the custom avatar, why its tracking underperformed, and how creators can succeed with cheaper models.
Dexerto · +2 outlets
Marques Brownlee questions Tesla Roadster after flying car reveal
The tech reviewer raised doubts about the vehicle's speed claims and street legality after Tesla's unveiling.
Dexerto
ChudTheBuilder returns to streaming while facing attempted murder charge
The streamer discussed his jail time during his return, months after being charged over a Tennessee courthouse shooting.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Podcasts18 stories ›
NBI subpoenas 'Machong Chismisan' hosts as podcast network drops show over Josh Aquino remarks
The Philippine podcast controversy over mocking Kris Aquino's son Josh has drawn subpoenas, a network termination, and calls for stronger disability protections
https://ditosapilipinas.com/ · +11 outlets
Podcasting's global boom reshapes the competitive picture in the US market
New industry data and analyst commentary highlight how international growth, listening formats, and alternative revenue models are changing podcast competition
https://www.podcastnewsdaily.com/ · +4 outlets
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang heads to Disney+ and Hulu
The iHeartMedia podcast joins PAVE Studios shows moving to Disney's streaming platforms, reflecting the continued crossover of podcasts into video services.
Podnews · +7 outlets
ABC News launches premium true crime podcast subscription channel on Apple Podcasts
The move tests paid podcast subscriptions for a major news network, part of broader industry experimentation with premium audio tiers.
| Cord Cutters News · +10 outlets
Cineverse to adapt Trevor Henderson's 'Mayfair Watchers Society' podcast into a film
The horror podcast adaptation adds to a wave of scripted audio IP being optioned for screen, as studios mine podcast catalogs for film and TV projects.
www.wtyefm.com · +6 outlets
Stephen Dubner launches 'Better in Person' interview series on SiriusXM
The Freakonomics co-author adds a new interview format to SiriusXM, extending his audio footprint beyond his long-running economics show.
SiriusXM · +5 outlets
Gaming18 stories ›
Nvidia denies RTX 5090 discontinuation reports but says supply of the flagship GPU remains limited
Confirmation that the card stays in production matters to buyers and partners amid persistent high-end GPU shortages and inflated street prices.
Dexerto · +8 outlets
US lawmaker proposes bill that would force game companies to give players ownership of purchased games
The push targets the shutdown of online stores and delistings that leave buyers unable to access games they paid for.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Netflix layoffs and ouster of top content executive raise questions as streaming giant stays profitable
A leadership shakeup at the industry's biggest spender signals further turbulence for Hollywood suppliers and rivals.
Variety · +3 outlets
Sega and Creative Assembly pull Total War: Shogun 2 remaster from sale after AI upscaling and performance complaints
The rare public retreat underscores rising player scrutiny of AI-assisted remasters in classic game re-releases.
Gamesindustry · +14 outlets
Shrek 2 Remastered leaks via Microsoft Store listing with four-player online co-op, 4K visuals and new modes
The early listing reveals a full remaster of the licensed movie tie-in game before any official announcement.
Dexerto · +10 outlets
Smash Melee legend Mew2King barred from event over bed bug concerns after traveling with swollen hands
The incident highlights how tournament organizers weigh public health risks when players travel between events.
Dexerto · +4 outlets
Economy18 stories ›
AI Trade Reversal Pierces Asia’s Star Picks-and-Shovels Stocks
Bloomberg · +3 outlets
DeepSeek releases updated AI model it says is faster and leaner, escalating rivalry with OpenAI and Anthropic
The Chinese lab's update intensifies competition with US frontier labs and domestic Chinese rivals on efficiency rather than scale.
Bloomberg · +2 outlets
Websites are closing their doors to AI agents
Publishers and site owners are deploying defenses against agents that scrape and transact on their behalf without permission.
The Verge · +13 outlets
PBOC deputy governor urges greater private-sector role in sovereign debt restructuring
Rising borrowing costs are increasing debt-servicing burdens for developing countries, pushing Beijing to seek broader creditor participation.
Bloomberg · +1 outlets
Zelenskyy says Starlink speed restrictions on Ukraine look deliberate, not technical
The accusation adds political weight to questions about SpaceX's control over battlefield connectivity in Ukraine.
Bloomberg · +8 outlets
Meta cuts terms language that suggested it could scrape news sites for AI training
The retreat follows publisher backlash over terms widely read as permission to harvest their content for AI models.
The Verge · +8 outlets