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    University of Arizona students boo Eric Schmidt’s AI cheerleading during commencement

    University of Arizona students boo Eric Schmidt’s AI cheerleading during commencement

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    During the University of Arizona's commencement ceremony, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt faced loud boos when he began touting the benefits of artificial intelligence. Many graduates expressed frustration over the potential impact of AI on the job market, while others cited sexual assault allegations against Schmidt. The incident highlights growing tensions between Silicon Valley's optimistic AI rhetoric and public skepticism.
    Cristiano Ronaldo: Abschied aus Saudi-Arabien – spielt sein Sohn bald in Europa?

    Cristiano Ronaldo: Abschied aus Saudi-Arabien – spielt sein Sohn bald in Europa?

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., the 15-year-old son of football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, is reportedly planning a move to a top European youth academy. After stints at Manchester United, Juventus, and Al-Nassr's academies, he has attracted interest from Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and others. The decision could also be influenced by his father's future at Al-Nassr.
    Rihanna mietet Schleim-Paradies für RZAs vierten Geburtstag

    Rihanna mietet Schleim-Paradies für RZAs vierten Geburtstag

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Rihanna und A$AP Rocky feierten den vierten Geburtstag ihres Sohnes RZA mit einer exklusiven Party im Sloomoo Institute in New York City. Das interaktive Schleim-Paradies wurde mit maßgeschneiderten Stationen und einem Schleimwasserfall ausgestattet. Die Sängerin selbst stellte sich unter den Wasserfall, um die Kinder zu begeistern. Die Familie war mit allen drei Kindern vollzählig vertreten.
    Volodymyr Zelenskyy (politician)

    Volodymyr Zelenskyy (politician)

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has raised alarms about Russian attempts to involve Chinese volunteers in the conflict, potentially dragging Beijing deeper into the war. Simultaneously, Donald Trump's policy shifts are undermining Western alliances, leaving Ukraine in a precarious position. The city of Kharkiv, facing constant artillery fire, exemplifies the war's toll on civilian life. This article examines these developments and their implications for the ongoing war.
    Remember Digg? It’s Back, in AI News Outlet Form

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

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Digg, the social news site that pioneered viral content sharing, has relaunched as an AI-focused news aggregator. The new platform, hosted at di.gg/ai, curates links and discussions from X (formerly Twitter) to provide a streamlined feed of AI developments. Founder Kevin Rose says AI is just the first vertical in a planned series of topic-focused hubs.
    Watch Sony’s AI Robot Compete With—and Beat—Elite Table Tennis Players

    Watch Sony’s AI Robot Compete With—and Beat—Elite Table Tennis Players

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Sony AI’s robot Ace has achieved a milestone by defeating elite and some professional table tennis players in matches. The study, published in Nature, details how the system uses AI to perform high-speed, precise returns. The research highlights progress in physical AI for real-time human-robot interaction and potential applications beyond sports.
    Meta Could Spend $145 Billion This Year Due to AI

    Meta Could Spend $145 Billion This Year Due to AI

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Meta's capital expenditure could reach $145 billion in 2026, fueled by the AI boom and higher memory prices. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced two new AI agents for personal and business use. Meanwhile, the company is laying off 10% of its workforce amid a shift to AI-driven operations.
    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 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A government announcement detailing new agreements allowing federal inspectors to review unreleased AI models from Google, xAI, and Microsoft has mysteriously disappeared from the Commerce Department's website. The missing page, originally posted on May 5, 2026, was first noticed by Reuters. While the Wayback Machine preserves the original text, the URL now redirects to a general page, leaving questions about the fate of the deals and government transparency.
    Privacy & Security

    Privacy & Security

    May 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    THORChain, a decentralized cross-chain liquidity protocol known as an 'unstoppable' exchange, abruptly halted trading following a $10 million theft. The platform claims end user funds were not affected, but the incident raises serious questions about the security of decentralized finance. This article delves into the details of the hack, THORChain's architecture, and the broader implications for the crypto ecosystem.
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