The term “clanker,” originating from Star Wars, has gained popularity as a derogatory term for technology replacing humans, with notable use on TikTok and by politicians like Sen. Ruben Gallego in legislation against AI customer service. This backlash reflects growing unease about AI’s societal role and has prompted discussions on the appropriateness of such slurs, paralleling historical racial tropes.
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Russia’s Medvedev warns enemies of ‘new reality’ as Kremlin ditches nuclear treaty
Former Russian leader Dmitry Medvedev has declared that Russia is no longer bound by the Intermediate Nuclear Forces Treaty, warning rivals of a "new reality" due to NATO's policies. His comments follow increased tensions with the U.S., including President Trump's deployment of nuclear submarines, amidst ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, where recent attacks resulted in civilian casualties. Want More Context? 🔎
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