A false video claiming that the United States Agency for International Development paid actors like Ben Stiller and Angelina Jolie to travel to Ukraine spread on X, a platform known for spreading Russian disinformation, and was reposted by Elon Musk and Donald Trump Jr. The video led to attacks on U.S.A.I.D., with Musk calling it a “criminal organization” as part of a campaign to dismantle the agency. Misinformation about U.S.A.I.D. grants, such as claims about funding to media outlets like Politico, the BBC, and The New York Times, circulated online, fueling conspiracy theories and false narratives propagated by right-wing influencers and politicians.
Full Article
Tesla’s robotaxi is live: here are some of the first reactions.
Tesla launched its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on June 22nd, though it is invite-only and includes safety monitors in the vehicles. The service operates in a geofenced area with limited hours, and initial reactions have been mixed, with some customers experiencing delays in accessing the app and reporting minimal interaction with safety monitors during rides. Need More Context? 🔎
Read more