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Twitch has introduced an opt-out setting for using channel content to train Amazon’s generative AI models. The option, framed as a privacy feature, has sparked backlash from creators who fear their livestreams will be used without explicit consent. Amazon says data won’t be resold and that opt-out is available in privacy settings.
The UK government has announced plans to bar under‑16s from major social platforms and to restrict risky features, including livestreaming, stranger‑to‑stranger chats and romantic AI chatbots for under‑18s. Ministers say the measures will start next spring; critics warn the ban is rushed, risks driving children to unregulated services and could face legal challenges.
A wave of recent reporting shows graduates face a shifting labor market as AI reshapes entry-level work. Universities strike deals with AI firms while students push back against discussions of automation. Experts urge focusing on skill-building and AI literacy to navigate the coming changes.
Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into TikTok over the platform’s use of age-inference checks to determine users’ ages. The regulator is examining whether these methods are highly effective and if they correctly identify child users, amid concerns about exposure to harmful content. TikTok says it complies with the Online Safety Act and will cooperate with Ofcom.
Multiple dating platforms are loosening rules to boost engagement. Bumble now allows either participant to send the first message and extends a match reply window to 72 hours, while Tinder expands in-person events and explores group meetups. The industry faces a broader move toward real-world connections amid user fatigue with swiping.
The campaign cycle intensifies as Abdul El-Sayed defends his vision against Donald Trump’s critique of two Americas, while Trump amplifies attacks amid growing tensions around race, religion, and policy in Michigan.