5 Smartphone Photography Tips to Capture Diwali Moments on Your Smartphone
October 19, 2025, 3:50 AM EDT. Turn your Diwali memories into sharp, vibrant photos with five practical tips for smartphone photography. Start by shooting in the highest resolution and clean your lens to maximize detail, as newer phones can default to lower settings. Use natural light and the golden hours; position subjects to catch soft, flattering light and avoid harsh shadows. Take advantage of Cinematic Mode for smooth focus transitions in video and stills on devices from the iPhone 13 lineup onward. Vary angles-shoot from ground level or from above-to add depth and capture candid moments. Explore different phone modes (Portrait, Night, Pro) and keep edits subtle to preserve realism after capture. With these tricks, you'll illuminate every Diwali memory on your smartphone.
Getting AI To Be a Good Listener: How to Avoid the Best-Buddy Trap
October 19, 2025, 3:48 AM EDT. This column explores how to build AI and LLMs that listen without becoming your therapist or trying to win your loyalty. The aim is a respectful, non-judgmental prompt-response flow that helps you vent or reflect, not to push mental health advice or push a personal bond. It discusses the risks and gotchas of AI-driven therapy, the need for user control, and why human listeners still matter. Examples contrast good listening by humans with AI that interrupts, reveals private thoughts, or oversteps boundaries. By prioritizing boundaries, privacy, and transparent design, developers can make safer, more trustworthy AI listening experiences, as covered in ongoing Forbes AI coverage.
AI-Generated Trump Clips Fuel No Kings Protests as Trump Responds with Flying Jet Video
October 19, 2025, 3:46 AM EDT. AI-generated videos of Donald Trump circulating on Truth Social and other platforms fueled the latest wave of the No Kings protests, which organizers say drew millions across roughly 2,700 cities to oppose what they call an expansion of executive power. The clips show Trump in a crown piloting a fighter jet, and other monarchic scenes that sparked humor and criticism across social media. Additional AI images depicted Biden and Harris as king and queen. Team Trump amplified clips on Instagram, including a monarch outside the White House set to Bocelli's music, viewed millions of times. Reactions ranged from praise of the humor to critiques about democracy and free expression. Trump has said he is not a king, while AI-driven content continues to drive online debate.
Pixel Watch 4 review: design-forward smartwatch that could edge out Fitbit rivals
October 19, 2025, 3:00 AM EDT. In this hands-on review, the Google Pixel Watch 4 impresses with a design-forward look and a domed crystal screen that makes it feel like more than a fitness tracker. Available in the 41mm and 45mm sizes, it offers comfortable wear and surprisingly roomy display, with a slightly smaller bezel on the newer model for more screen real estate. A responsive haptic crown and intuitive navigation round out the experience. It tracks daily activity convincingly and includes solid GPS performance, though it's not fully waterproof and is only water resistant to 5 ATM. A 45-minute charge to full keeps downtime short. For those who want style plus metrics, the Pixel Watch 4 is a strong contender.
Satellite tech enables early disease detection for Zespri's Italian kiwifruit orchards
October 19, 2025, 2:42 AM EDT. Zespri is using satellite technology and historical data to transform disease management in Italian kiwifruit orchards. A new remote sensing project combines imagery with past records to deliver real-time orchard health analysis, identifying stressed blocks before symptoms appear. Executives say this is a game changer for battling Moria (Kiwifruit Vine Decline Syndrome) and Psa, reducing the need for invasive digging. By mapping every SunGold orchard in Italy, growers get actionable insights to protect yields and guide interventions, while national officials call the effort a technological breakthrough for a sector hit by disease in recent years. The initiative highlights how data and satellites can speed up decision-making in agriculture.
Hove Jeweller Scarlett Jewellery Misidentified With AI-Generated Scam Site Scarlett Jewels, BBC Reports
October 19, 2025, 2:30 AM EDT. A Hove jeweller, Scarlett Jewellery, is being mistaken for the fraudulent site Scarlett Jewels, which uses AI-generated images. The legitimate business has faced daily complaints from customers who never received orders, while Scarlett Jewels claims to be a Hong Kong-based Denimtex Limited site. Experts say AI-generated images and false scarcity are common scam tactics. The BBC reports two-thirds of Scarlett Jewels' Trustpilot reviews are one star, with some products labeled "tat" or "poor quality." Customers in the UK and Luxembourg describe problems, and the Advertising Standards Authority has warned about similar ads. The case highlights how quickly AI imagery can mislead shoppers and impact real businesses' reputations.
Critics say AI is a scapegoat for layoffs as firms cut staff
October 19, 2025, 1:40 AM EDT. Companies across the US and Europe are citing artificial intelligence as a driver of layoffs, with firms like Salesforce, Accenture, Lufthansa, Klarna, and Duolingo signaling reduced headcount. Critics, including Fabian Stephany of the Oxford Internet Institute, say AI is being used as a scapegoat for broader business moves, and that some cuts reflect a post-pandemic overhiring or a market clearance rather than pure efficiency gains. The debate underscores whether AI adoption is a genuine productivity boost or an easy excuse to justify workforce reductions, as companies position themselves at the AI frontier while real reasons may lie elsewhere.
Global Industrial Rugged Smartphone Market Poised for 8.1% CAGR to 2031 with an $8.2B Valuation
October 19, 2025, 1:08 AM EDT. Global demand for industrial rugged smartphones is expanding as harsh-work environments demand durable, secure devices. The market is forecast to reach about USD 8.2 billion by 2031 with a CAGR of 8.1% from 2025-2031. Preliminary figures show the market near USD 4.5 billion in 2024, underscoring steady expansion. Key drivers include enhanced 5G connectivity, AI-enabled features, and stronger enterprise security, enabling real-time communication, field mobility, and analytics across construction, manufacturing, logistics, and field services. Leading vendors such as Zebra Technologies, Panasonic, Honeywell, CAT Phones, Samsung, Sonim, Getac, Kyocera and Motorola are expanding portfolios to serve cross-industry needs. Growth will be supported by innovations in durability, battery life, processing power, and seamless integration with enterprise software and IoT ecosystems.
Educator Voice: Generative AI has no place in my classroom – a teacher's alarm
October 19, 2025, 1:04 AM EDT. David Cutler, a teacher, argues that while AI can assist learning, ChatGPT-5 threatens the integrity of student writing. After hearing the system mimic a student's unique voice, he notes how easily past essays can be replicated with accurate citations, and how AI erodes effort, patience, and critical thinking. He compares AI's value to calculators: calculators automate computation, but AI risks hollowing out the process of crafting ideas, supporting arguments, and discovering insights during drafting. The piece frames the debate around depth vs. efficiency, stressing that genuine writing grows from struggle, revision, and the development of voice, not from shortcuts. Cutler casts AI as a dangerous tool in writing and critical thinking pedagogy, insisting teachers must defend authentic learning rather than embrace effortless AI-generated work.
Preview on iPad and iPhone: Scan Documents with Your Mobile Device (Mac Life, Oct 16, 2025)
October 19, 2025, 1:02 AM EDT. In this issue, Mac Life Magazine shows how to scan documents with an iPad or iPhone using built-in tools and third-party apps. It revisits the classic Microsoft Lens from the Summer 2018 feature and notes that the free scanning tool is being retired. The piece highlights practical tips for capturing clean scans, organizing files, and exporting to formats like PDF or Word. Readers get quick-start steps, recommended apps, and optimization tips for lighting, framing, and document edges. Whether you're at home or on the go, your mobile device doubles as a powerful scanner, with privacy and cloud-sync options to keep documents accessible across devices.
Frore Systems LiquidJet: 3D Jet-Channel Coldplates for 1400W NVIDIA GB300 GPUs, Ready for Rubin
October 19, 2025, 1:00 AM EDT. Frore Systems unveils LiquidJet, a liquid-cooling platform using precision-engineered 3D short-loop jet channels to replace traditional 2D microchannel coldplates. Built with semiconductor manufacturing techniques, LiquidJet is tailored for high-power GPUs and today cools NVIDIA's new Blackwell Ultra GB300 with a 1400W TDP, outperforming legacy coldplates on hotspot power density, KW/lpm, and pressure drop. The design scales with next-gen GPUs like NVIDIA Rubin, Rubin Ultra, and Feynman's 4000W class chips, and supports custom hyperscaler ASICs. Benefits include highly customizable cooling maps that align with chip power layouts, simpler drop-in upgrades, cooler GPUs, higher AI tokens/second, lower TCO, and improved PUE. In short, LiquidJet evolves as fast as the chips it cools, enabling more efficient AI data centers.
SpaceX launches 10,000th Starlink satellite on Falcon 9's 31st flight from Cape Canaveral
October 19, 2025, 12:58 AM EDT.SpaceX will launch 28 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral on a four-hour window, aiming to lift the fleet past the 10,000-satellite milestone. The mission marks the 31st flight for the Falcon 9's first stage, booster 1067, which is expected to land on the drone ship A Shortfall of Gravitas about 8.5 minutes after liftoff. SpaceX has already lofted 9,988 Starlinks, with 8,610 active, and continues rapid deployment: 89 Starlink missions in 2024 and counting, with approvals for more than 12,000 satellites and potentially over 30,000 long-term. Live coverage will stream on SpaceX's site and X, starting minutes before liftoff. This reuse strategy underpins cheaper spaceflight while Starship development promises greater reach for humanity's future in space.
D-Wave Secures €10M European Deal to Expand Advantage2 Quantum Computing
October 19, 2025, 12:56 AM EDT. D-Wave Quantum announced a €10M deal with Swiss Quantum Technology SA to deploy a D-Wave Advantage2annealing quantum computer in Europe, supporting Italy's Q-Alliance initiative to bolster digital transformation with advanced quantum infrastructure. The system, with over 4,400 qubits, will be accessible via the Leap quantum cloud service, enabling quantum applications with improved energy efficiency. This milestone expands global access to D-Wave's technology and addresses limitations of traditional computing by fostering the development of practical quantum applications.
Apple adds Mac-like Preview to iPhone with iOS 26, enabling built-in document editing and scanning
October 19, 2025, 12:52 AM EDT. Apple's iOS 26 introduces a Mac-style Preview app for iPhone, uniting Files, Markup, and the built-in scanner in one tool. Users can open PDFs and images, annotate, add text boxes and signatures, and perform crop/resize edits without third-party apps. The built-in document scanner is fast and accurate, making it easy to scan receipts or contracts directly from the home screen. PDF auto-detection of fillable fields speeds signing forms, and a three-dot menu unlocks advanced tools. Overall, Preview centralizes editing and scanning, boosting productivity for on-the-go document work.
Apple launches Mac-like Preview app on iOS 26, bringing PDF edits and scans to iPhone
October 19, 2025, 12:50 AM EDT. Apple's iOS 26 finally brings the Preview app to iPhone, delivering a Mac-like workflow for documents. The built-in tool merges capabilities from the Files app, Markup tools and the camera's document scanner into one streamlined experience. Users can view PDFs and images, annotate, add text boxes and signatures, crop or resize photos, and scan documents directly from the camera. Preview automatically detects fillable fields in PDFs and lets you sign forms on the go. The interface mirrors Apple's familiar editor style, with quick access to advanced tools like background removal. This reduces reliance on third-party apps and centralizes document tasks in iPhone's native software.
ChatGPT-5 vs Claude Haiku 4.5: Seven Prompts Reveal Each Model's Strengths
October 19, 2025, 12:48 AM EDT. In seven real-world prompts testing logic, reasoning, reading comprehension, creative writing, and visual reasoning, ChatGPT-5 and Claude Haiku 4.5 expose different strengths. ChatGPT-5 tends to shine with structure, clarity, and intuitive methods; Claude Haiku 4.5 delivers deeper sensory detail and emotional tone. Highlights include ChatGPT-5 solving a train problem with a straightforward calculation, while Claude Haiku crafts more impactful micro-stories. The results reveal a split: precision and method vs personality and storytelling. There isn't a universal winner; each model presents compelling advantages depending on the task and goal, making the choice situational for users evaluating the latest AI contenders.
ChatGPT-5 vs Claude Haiku 4.5: Seven-prompt head-to-head verdict
October 19, 2025, 12:46 AM EDT. In a seven-prompt head-to-head, ChatGPT-5 and Claude Haiku 4.5 are tested on logic, reasoning, creativity, emotional intelligence and instruction following. Haiku 4.5 aims to be faster and smarter than Sonnet 4, but results show a split: ChatGPT-5 shines in structure, precision and clear reasoning, while Claude Haiku 4.5 delivers deeper emotional and sensory detail. Round highlights: 1) Logic & reasoning – ChatGPT-5 uses intuitive distance-time method; 2) Reading comprehension – ChatGPT-5 matches constraints; 3) Creative writing – Claude Haiku 4.5 crafts a more visceral micro-story. The comparison underscores complementary strengths: precision and clarity vs. emotional depth and storytelling. The article promises seven real-world tests and ongoing debate about each model's best use.
Intel Foundry to Manufacture Microsoft Maia 3 'Griffin' on 18A/18A-P, Eyes 18A-PT and 14A
October 19, 2025, 12:40 AM EDT. Intel Foundry is reportedly winning a Microsoft order to manufacture the Maia 3 accelerator, codenamed Griffin, on the 18A or 18A-P process. The upgrade adds RibbonFET and PowerVia to boost performance-per-watt for AI accelerators in data centers. If Maia 3 succeeds, Microsoft could shift future Maia production to Intel's advanced nodes, potentially using 18A-PT and 14A for packaging and die-to-die interconnects. Microsoft's first-gen Maia 100 chips ran on TSMC's N5 with CoWoS-S, featuring a large 820 mm² die and high TDP/bandwidth. A successful Maia 3 would enable more scalable chiplet designs and broader use of Intel Foundry capabilities for AI workloads.
Intel Foundry Secures Microsoft Maia 3 Accelerator 'Griffin' on 18A/18A-P; Eyes 18A-PT and 14A
October 19, 2025, 12:38 AM EDT. Intel's foundry arm reportedly landed a Microsoft order to manufacture the Maia 3 accelerator, codenamed 'Griffin', at the Intel Foundry using the 18A process or its enhanced 18A-P variant. The 18A-P edition adds RibbonFET and PowerVia and refines low-threshold components, leakage control, and ribbon width to boost performance-per-watt for AI accelerators in data centers. If successful, Microsoft could shift Maia production to Intel for future generations, potentially adopting even newer nodes. The prior Maia 1 chips were built by TSMC on the N5 node with CoWoS-S interposers, delivering 820 mm² dies, up to 700 W design power, and robust memory and tensor performance metrics. Intel is also exploring 18A-PT packaging and even 14A for multi-die chiplets, with advanced back-end metallization, TSVs, and hybrid bonding.
Intel Foundry to build Microsoft's Maia 2 AI processor on 18A/18A-P node, signaling closer partnership
October 19, 2025, 12:36 AM EDT. Reports suggest Intel Foundry is poised to manufacture a Maia 2 AI processor for Microsoft on the 18A/18A-P node. If true, the deal would broaden Intel Foundry's external customer base beyond Microsoft, offering a US-based supply chain less exposed to TSMC capacity constraints and aligning with U.S. government investments in chip manufacturing. The Maia family's original chip is a massive die (~820 mm²) with ~105 billion transistors, underscoring the need for careful yield management. A successful 18A-based Maia 2 would demonstrate Intel's ability to ramp high-end data-center chips for partners and could hint at a broader collaboration across AI accelerators, DPUs, and related hardware-though official details remain scarce.
Intel Foundry to build Microsoft's Maia 2 AI processor on 18A/18A-P node, signaling potential expansion of partnership
October 19, 2025, 12:34 AM EDT. Speculation suggests Intel Foundry could manufacture a Maia 2 AI processor for Microsoft on the 18A (or 18A-P) node, potentially marking the first non-Intel customer for its 18A process. If accurate, the deal would give Microsoft a U.S.-based supply chain less exposed to external capacity constraints and could complement Azure's AI strategy alongside Microsoft's own hardware efforts such as Cobalt CPUs, DPUs, and Maia accelerators. The project would hinge on Maia 100-class dies-large, ~820 mm^2 pieces with hundreds of billions of transistors-and the ability to achieve strong yields on the 18A node. A successful arrangement could foreshadow a broader partnership between the two companies, contingent on ramp timing, die selection, and performance in data-center workloads.
Intel Edges Higher on Report of Major AI Chip Client for 18A Process
October 19, 2025, 12:32 AM EDT. Intel shares rose after reports that its foundry division won a major AI chip client for its 18A manufacturing process. Industry outlet SemiAccurate said Intel Foundry secured at least one large-volume customer, with speculation centering on Microsoft. The company is rumored to be using Intel's capacity for its custom Maia AI accelerator chips for Azure cloud servers. The potential deal aligns with Intel's earlier announcement naming Microsoft as a key foundry partner and could boost Intel's effort to compete with TSMC. Even a single large customer could validate the next-generation process and help rebuild credibility in contract chip manufacturing.
Intel Edges Higher on Report of Major AI Chip Client for 18A Process
October 19, 2025, 12:30 AM EDT. Intel shares rose after industry chatter that the Intel Foundry Services secured a major AI chip client for its 18A manufacturing node. SemiAccurate speculates the customer is Microsoft, potentially using Intel's capacity to produce custom Maia AI accelerators for Azure data centers. The rumor aligns with Intel's push to position Microsoft as a key foundry partner and to regain credibility in contract chip manufacturing as it vies with Taiwan Semiconductor. Even a single large-volume agreement could validate 18A technology and bolster Intel's strategy to compete in AI chips and cloud infrastructure.
Intel Stock Rises as Microsoft Emerges as Potential 18A Foundry Client
October 19, 2025, 12:28 AM EDT. Intel (INTC) shares ticked up amid reports of a new 18A foundry client, potentially Microsoft (MSFT), for Maia AI accelerator chips designed for Azure. If confirmed, this would address a major concern for Intel's foundry business and its next-gen nodes. The chatter echoes a February 2024 disclosure that Microsoft was a marquee customer for the 18A process. Nevertheless, skepticism remains in the analyst community. HSBC's Frank Lee trimmed Intel to Reduce even as he lifted the target to $24. The street's current consensus is a Hold, with a mix of Buys/Holds/Sells and an average target around $28.70 implying upside risk around 22% from recent levels. Investors will still weigh long-term operational durability as Intel grows its AI/semiconductor ambitions.
Intel Stock Rises on Possible 18A Client: Microsoft Linked to Maia AI Chips
October 19, 2025, 12:26 AM EDT. Investors cheered amid chatter that Microsoft could become a major new client for Intel's 18A process, potentially producing the Maia AI accelerator chips for Azure cloud workloads. The news aligns with a February 2024 disclosure that Microsoft has been a marquee customer for advanced semiconductor manufacture using the 18A node. Yet doubts linger about Intel's long-term operations and customer diversification, as analysts weigh the impact of a single big client. In commentary, HSBC analyst Frank Lee lowered his rating to Reduce while lifting the target to $24. Overall, the street shows a Hold consensus (Buys, Holds, Sells) with a substantial rally in the past year, and a $28.70 average price target implying potential downside. If confirmed, a large Microsoft deal could ease revenue concerns for Intel's foundry business.
Global Internet Of Nano Things Market Growth: From USD 3.2B to USD 11.5B (2024-2033) Driven by AI, IoT, and 5G
October 19, 2025, 12:24 AM EDT. The global Internet Of Nano Things market is projected to reach USD 11.5B by 2031/2033, up from USD 3.2B in 2024, with a CAGR of 16.3%. Growth is driven by advancements in nanotechnology, IoNT, and the convergence of AI with IoT and 5G/edge computing. Applications span healthcare, environmental monitoring, industrial automation, smart cities, biomedical devices, and defense, enabling real-time data collection and predictive maintenance. Nanoscale sensors and nanonetworking unlock ultra-sensitive diagnostics and efficiency. Leading players include IBM, Intel, Cisco, Qualcomm, Texas Instruments, General Electric, NVIDIA, Honeywell, Siemens, Samsung, Analog Devices, and STMicroelectronics. Ongoing investments in nanotech and wireless tech are expanding the market across sectors with nanoscale connectivity and intelligence.
Global Internet of Nano Things Market Set to Reach $11.5B by 2033, From $3.2B in 2024
October 19, 2025, 12:22 AM EDT. The Internet Of Nano Things (IoNT) market in IT and Telecom is poised to grow from about $3.2B to $11.5B, with a double-digit CAGR through the late 2020s into the 2030s. Driven by nanotechnology, IoT integration, and nanosensor innovations, IoNT enables real-time data from devices at the nanoscale, boosting applications in healthcare diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and industrial automation. Growth is spurred by AI, edge computing, and the rollout of 5G, which enhances nanoscale communications and analytics. Demand across smart cities, biomedical devices, and defense accelerates adoption, supported by investments in nanosystems and cross-sector use cases like predictive maintenance. Major players include IBM, Intel, Cisco, Qualcomm, TI, GE, NVIDIA, Honeywell, Siemens, Samsung, Analog Devices, STMicroelectronics.
SpaceX Poised to Launch 10,000th Starlink Satellite: A Leap in Global Internet
October 19, 2025, 12:20 AM EDT. With the October 20 launch from Vandenberg, SpaceX is set to deploy its 10,000th Starlink satellite, expanding the LEO constellation to boost latency, speed, and global coverage. The 28 satellites aboard a Falcon 9 booster mark another milestone in reusable rocket tech, reducing costs and accelerating rollout. Starlink's growing network aims to connect underserved regions and support applications like gaming, telemedicine, and video streaming, pushing the frontier of satellite-based internet as it becomes the largest constellation ever assembled.
SpaceX Set to Launch 10,000th Starlink Satellite: What It Means for Internet Speeds
October 19, 2025, 12:18 AM EDT. SpaceX is poised to launch its 10,000thStarlink satellite, expanding its LEO constellation and boosting global internet coverage. The 28-satellite mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base, scheduled for October 20, highlights SpaceX's ongoing push to bring high-speed connectivity to rural and underserved regions. With a larger network, Starlink promises lower latency and faster speeds ideal for online gaming, streaming, and telemedicine compared with traditional geostationary links. The mission underscores the importance of SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, which will deliver the payload while continuing its record of recoverable boosters. The 10,000-satellite milestone marks a historic scale for a commercial space-based internet and could redefine global connectivity as coverage expands and service reliability improves.
Undersea cables cut in the Red Sea disrupt internet access across Asia and the Middle East
October 19, 2025, 12:16 AM EDT. Undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea have degraded internet connectivity across parts of Asia and the Middle East, with providers reporting increased latency and slower speeds. Tech monitoring groups such as NetBlocks flagged outages on the SMW4 and IMEWE systems near Jeddah, while operators including Tata Communications and Alcatel Submarine Networks oversee affected transoceanic links. Microsoft warned that Middle East traffic may experience slower performance, though non-Middle East routes remain unaffected. The disruption underscores how critical undersea cables are to global connectivity and how repairs can take weeks. The cause remains unconfirmed, though concerns persist about targeted actions in the region tied to the Israel-Hamas conflict and ongoing tensions with Yemen's Houthi movement.
Parents of two college students killed in Tesla crash allege door design flaw trapped them in flames
October 19, 2025, 12:12 AM EDT. The parents of Krysta Tsukahara and Jack Nelson filed lawsuits alleging a design flaw in Tesla's Cybertruck that made doors nearly impossible to open after a crash, leaving them trapped in a burning car. They claim Tesla knew about the issue for years and could have acted sooner. The suits, filed in Alameda County Superior Court, come as a NHTSA investigation into stuck-door complaints widens. The November 2024 Piedmont crash killed the two students and the driver, while a fourth passenger survived after responders broke a window. The case follows earlier safety lawsuits, including a Florida verdict of more than $240 million in a related case. Tesla did not comment.
All Active Pokemon Legends: Z-A Mystery Gift Codes and Rewards
October 19, 2025, 12:10 AM EDT. Here's a concise round-up of all active Mystery Gift codes for Pokemon Legends: Z-A, what they unlock, and when they expire. Highlights include Ralts holding Gardevoirite (redeem via internet in Mystery Gift), 100x Poke Balls (expires Feb 28, 2026), and the 3x Fast Balls, 3x Lure Balls, 3x Heavy Balls, 3x Level Balls (redeemable after Mega Dimension DLC; expiration March 10, 2026). To access Mystery Gift rewards, progress to the third main mission, A New Life in Lumiose City, unlock the Link Play tab in the pause menu, and connect to the internet. This guide consolidates every free code and its redemption path so you can get powerful partners and essential items to jump-start your Kalos adventure.
T-Mobile Home Internet + Voice Bundle: As Low as $30/Month, Up to $200 Back, and $70/Month Fiber Founders Club
October 19, 2025, 12:08 AM EDT. Telecom carrier T-Mobile is sweetening its Home Internet bundles with a limited-time offer that pairs 5G Home Internet with a postpaid voice line. Enroll in AutoPay and you can get as low as $30/month for 5G Home Internet, plus up to $200 back via a virtual prepaid Mastercard after online sign-up and activation. In select areas, the Fiber Founders Club drops 2-Gig to $70/month with a 10-year price guarantee. The deal features no long-term contract and no installation fees, plus a 15-day trial to test performance. Offers are time-limited and subject to change; check availability and claim online before the window closes.
AI Is Disrupting Creators: Hollywood, Influencers, and the New Generative Era
October 19, 2025, 12:06 AM EDT.AI is reshaping the creator economy. As generative video tools like Sora 2 spread, the line between human-made and machine-made content blurs for influencers and artists aiming to tell stories. Some welcome the portability of video production; others fear copyright, consent, and reputational harm as models train on others' work. Toronto artist Sam Yang and activist Sinead Bovell warn that artists' likenesses and hours spent crafting content could be used to power AI without fair compensation. The Atlantic reports AI has been trained on at least a million how-to videos from popular creators. Proponents say automation may raise relatability and push-button output, while virtual influencers challenge the traditional Hollywood model and invite new forms of collaboration.
