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Following its live event adaptations, television spinoffs, and a surge in nostalgic South Korean games and pastimes, the critically acclaimed Squid Game is set to return for its second season. Nearly three years since this darkly satirical exploration of capitalism captivated audiences in the United States, Netflix has confirmed that the new season will premiere on December 26. Additionally, fans can look forward to a third season that is expected to launch sometime in 2025.
A letter from Hwang Dong-hyuk, the series creator and director, hints at further developments in Seong Gi-hun’s quest for vengeance as he confronts the enigmatic Front Man. Viewers can anticipate an abundance of death scenes, acts of treachery, and a feast of tantalizing Korean cuisine that may just inspire some travel plans to Seoul.
— Mat Smith
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Reddit CEO Advocates for Compensation from Microsoft
Steve Huffman Accuses Microsoft of Data Scraping Violations
Steve Huffman, Reddit’s CEO, has publicly criticized Microsoft along with other AI-powered search platforms like Anthropic and Perplexity for profiting from data reportedly gathered without permission from Reddit. “In absence of formal agreements regarding our information usage,” Huffman stated during an interview with The Verge, “we remain unaware and unable to control how our content is displayed or utilized. As a result, we have had no choice but to restrict access for those who refuse negotiation on data usage terms.” Consequently, Reddit has implemented revisions to its Robots Exclusion Protocol (robots.txt) as part of its efforts against unauthorized data collection; this measure has already curtailed Microsoft’s Bing’s access capabilities.”
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Twelve South’s AirFly Duo Bluetooth Adapter Now Priced at $30
The Optimal Solution for Enjoying In-Flight Entertainment Wirelessly
The AirFly Duo by Twelve South functions as a Bluetooth dongle designed specifically for connecting wireless earbuds or headphones with in-flight entertainment systems. Currently available at $30—a bargain I wholeheartedly endorse—the device fits into any standard 3.5mm audio jack making it compatible with gym machines, older gaming consoles or even traditional televisions. Personally tested it alongside my Nintendo Switch prior to their introduction of Bluetooth support.
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U.S. Senators Propose Legislation Against AI-Created Deepfake Threats
OpenAI Collaborates With Industry Leaders Supporting NO FAKES Act Initiative
A group of U.S. senators has proposed a bill targeting the rising concern surrounding AI-generated deepfake technologies. This proposed legislation aims to hold digital platforms responsible by mandating them explicitly label such content when shared online. Should it be enacted into law under the NO FAKES Act banner; individuals could seek restitution if their likeness—be it voice or image—is replicated without consent due to artificial intelligence processes. This would impose accountability on both persons and organizations involved with creating or circulating these unauthorized digital reproductions.
This legislative initiative comes on the heels of previous Senate actions allowing victims impacted by sexual deepfakes opportunities pursue compensation through legal means.
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