Fox News Commentator Faints On Air
Today's stories are wild:
- U.S. tech giants warn Congress China’s catching up in AI
- Zuckerberg’s new ad AI might know too much
- A live TV faint goes viral
- Katy Perry at the Met Gala? Nope, just AI
- Elon’s Grok is building entire video games now
- And Yellowstone beans recalled for a sneaky soy surprise
Let’s get into it.
Business & Finance
The U.S. Risks Falling Behind China in the AI Race
Briefing: On May 8, 2025, top U.S. tech leaders, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, testified before Congress about the nation's position in the global AI race, particularly against China.
Details: Altman, along with executives from Microsoft, AMD, and CoreWeave, addressed the Senate Commerce Committee. They emphasized the need for the U.S. to invest in AI infrastructure, workforce training, and supportive policies to maintain its leadership. Altman highlighted that ChatGPT now has over 500 million weekly users, indicating rapid AI adoption. Concerns were raised about China's advancements in AI and the potential risks of restrictive U.S. export policies.
Why It Matters: This testimony underscores the urgency for the U.S. to strengthen its AI capabilities to stay ahead in global competition. Decisions made now will influence the country's technological leadership, economic growth, and national security in the years to come. (Reuters)
Tech
Uh Oh! Zuckerberg's New AI Might Know Your Secrets (and Show You Ads)
Briefing: Mark Zuckerberg wants AI to completely change Meta's advertising. He imagines a system that makes, tests, and shows ads mostly by itself. It's less like old-school advertising and more like a robot selling Ads.
Details: Instead of people fine-tuning ads, Zuckerberg imagines an AI ad system that does it all. Businesses would tell the AI their goals, and the AI would create tons of different ads (pictures and words), constantly test them on users, and automatically figure out the best way to show them. Meta says this will make ads work better for businesses and maybe seem more relevant to users.
This idea seems simple for advertisers, but it makes others worry about how it works and who's in control. Even though Meta talks about better results, critics are calling it a "social media nightmare." They worry about too much AI-generated content, less user privacy as the AI learns everything, and the risk of letting an algorithm run wild. Zuckerberg doesn't seem bothered and is moving forward with this AI plan.
Why It Matters: This is more than just about better ads; it could shake up the huge digital ad industry. If this works, AI could take over large parts of creative and ad-buying jobs from people. It also adds fuel to worries about data privacy, how much more info will this AI need to "improve" ads? Plus, it points to a future where AI doesn't just show ads but is the whole ad process, making users feel even more like the product being sold. It's a big move that could make a lot of money, but it's unsettling. (TechCrunch)
Health
Fox News Commentator Faints On Air
Briefing: Camryn Kinsey, a political commentator and former Trump administration official, fainted live on air during a segment of "Fox News @ Night" on Thursday, May 8.
Details: While discussing President Biden's comments on Kamala Harris's 2024 election loss, Kinsey began to stammer and then collapsed from her chair. Host Jonathan Hunt reacted with concern, stating, "Oh my goodness," before the show cut to a commercial break. Upon returning, Hunt informed viewers that Kinsey was conscious and being attended to by paramedics. Fox News later confirmed she was treated on-site and is feeling better.
Why it Matters: The incident highlights the unpredictability of live television and raises awareness about on-air health emergencies. Kinsey's sudden collapse drew widespread attention and concern from viewers and colleagues alike. As of now, the exact cause of her fainting remains unknown. (People.com)
Beauty
Met Gala Bombshell: Katy Perry's Stunning Appearance Was an AI Lie!
Briefing: Artificially generated images suggesting singer Katy Perry attended the 2025 Met Gala circulated widely online, creating a false impression of her presence, as she did not actually attend. This misleading view was created by anonymous online users who created and first shared these AI fakes, not by Katy Perry or her team. These images appeared online, spreading rapidly via social media without an identified official source.
Details: During the 2025 Met Gala, a series of images depicting Katy Perry in an elaborate gown began to spread across social media and news outlets. These visuals were realistic enough to convince many that she was among the attendees, sparking numerous online reactions.
As a result, it was confirmed that these images were created using artificial intelligence though exactly who created them is unknown.
Katy Perry was not present at the Met Gala, reportedly because she was preparing for an upcoming concert tour. People realized the images were fakes after online users spotted flaws like incorrect background details or visual glitches where the dress appeared to unnaturally merge with her skin, the media reported on these inconsistencies, and Katy herself confirmed she wasn't there.
Why it Matters: This event showed that such AI creations can quickly capture public attention and be mistaken for genuine occurrences, this shows we need to be careful and think smart about what we see online. (NDTV Movies)
Gaming
Elon’s Grok is Building Entire Video Games Now
Briefing: Elon Musk's xAI is moving into game development, aiming to fundamentally reshape game creation using its advanced AI model, Grok 3.
Details: This AI is engineered to revolutionize how games are made. Grok 3 can generate game code directly from simple text descriptions, create visual game assets, and significantly enhance existing graphics for strengthened realism. Furthermore, it employs advanced problem-solving and reasoning to build more dynamic and intelligent in-game experiences.
Why it Matters: This initiative signifies more than just new tools; it points to AI becoming a primary force in game creation. Grok 3's potential means games could be developed faster and perhaps more affordably, allowing for experiences with far greater detail and responsiveness. Ultimately, this signals a shift where AI is not just in games, but it is the game. Crafting unique, immersive worlds and fundamentally changing what interactive entertainment can be. (Cryptopolitan)
Food and Beverage
Soy Surprise: Yellowstone Baked Beans Recalled in 23 States
Briefing: Some cans of Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans just got pulled from shelves because they might secretly contain soy.
Details: Vietti Food Group is recalling over 4,500 cases of their Yellowstone baked beans after the FDA found undeclared soy in the product. Soy is a major allergen, and it wasn’t listed on the label. The affected 15-ounce cans were sold in 23 states at places like Walmart, Meijer, Hy-Vee, and Food City. The recall includes cans with a "Best By" date of February 17, 2028. No allergic reactions have been reported yet.
Why it Matters: If you or someone you know has a soy allergy, eating these beans could cause serious health problems; anything from skin rashes to trouble breathing. It's also a reminder to check labels and stay up-to-date on recalls like this one. (FDA)
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