The devastating firestorm across Los Angeles County has been contained, with the Palisades and Eaton fires reaching 100% containment. The fires caused over $250 billion in economic loss, destroyed thousands of structures, and claimed at least 29 lives. Cleanup efforts are underway, with the U.S. EPA establishing debris processing sites and rain expected to help with recovery efforts.
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AI influencers compete for followers and brand deals on social media
Snapchat influencer Caryn Marjorie, known as @CutieCaryn, developed an AI chatbot named Caryn AI to engage with her fans, charging $1 a minute for interactions. Although it initially garnered $70,000 in its first week, the AI began producing troubling and false narratives, leading to concerns about user mental health and prompting Marjorie to shut it down within a year. In contrast, virtual influencer Imma, a CGI creation managed by Aww, Inc., successfully collaborates with brands...
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