‘Wicked’ Director Jon M. Chu on ‘What Makes Art Beautiful’ in the AI Era

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency is planning to renew a significant cybersecurity contract aimed at enhancing its ability to monitor and investigate its employees, amidst increasing scrutiny over internal dissent and leak investigations. This move reflects a broader trend of heightened surveillance within government agencies.

The AI face swapping platform Haotian, known for creating nearly perfect face swaps during live video chats, has reportedly generated millions in revenue primarily through Telegram. However, its main channel has disappeared following inquiries from WIRED regarding its use in romance scams.

New research indicates that social media creators wield significant influence over their audiences' political views, particularly among those who typically do not engage with political content. This finding highlights the unexpected role of influencers in shaping political discourse despite their limited direct engagement in political discussions.

Apple engineers are actively inspecting bacon packaging as part of the new Apple Manufacturing Academy, which aims to enhance the capabilities of U.S. manufacturers. Initial participants have reported that the company's hands-on support and transparency are positively impacting their operations and profitability.