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Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs Bill Allowing Single Request to Erase Information Californians now have the ability to take control of their personal information with a new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday. The Delete Act, officially known as Senate Bill 362, empowers individuals to make a single request asking data brokers to delete their personal data. Protecting Consumer Privacy The Delete Act, set to take effect by January 2026, requires the California Privacy Protection Agency to develop a new tool for individuals to easily request the removal of their personal information. Data brokers, which collect and sell personal…

The Myth of Subsidizing Seniors and Neglecting Future Generations Recent articles in major publications have been perpetuating the idea that America is favoring its seniors at the expense of future generations. These articles argue that the country is spending disproportionately on elderly citizens, leaving less resources for children and young people. However, this narrative is misleading and based on false assumptions. An Old Meme: The Undeserving Poor These articles are essentially variations of the “undeserving poor” meme, which portrays recipients of government assistance as lazy and burdensome. In this case, the focus is on “the undeserving old.” The underlying message…

Novelists Accuse OpenAI of Unauthorized Use of Their Works A group of notable authors including Douglas Preston, John Grisham, Jonathan Franzen, Jodi Picoult, and George R.R. Martin have filed a proposed class action lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the AI developer of copyright infringement. The authors claim that OpenAI’s ChatGPT language model has generated content that is based on their original works without permission or compensation. This lawsuit highlights the growing concern among authors and the publishing industry regarding the use of AI technology to create derivative works. AI’s Deep Knowledge Raises Concerns Preston, one of the plaintiffs in the case,…

A Deluge of Disinformation Social media platforms have been inundated with not only heartbreaking and disturbing stories and images, but also fake videos, out-of-context posts, phony experts, enraged screeds, and falsified news. Disinformation researchers and journalists have described this as an “algorithmically driven fog of war,” making it harder than ever to discern fact from fiction online. The Incentive Structure of Social Media Social media’s incentive structure primarily benefits the powerful and unscrupulous, rewarding propagandists and opportunists. It encourages users to post inflammatory content even before the facts are clear, promising notoriety and potentially financial gain. This raises questions about…

Law enforcement warns of increasing fraud through bitcoin ATMs A recent wave of scams involving bitcoin ATMs has prompted law enforcement officials to issue warnings about the rise in fraudulent activity. Scammers are exploiting the convenience of these machines, which allow people to quickly purchase cryptocurrency with cash. Bitcoin ATMs, found in convenience stores, gas stations, and other locations, are an easy target for criminals as cash transactions are harder to track than wire transfers or checks. However, these scams have not gone unnoticed, and lawmakers, regulators, and consumer advocacy groups are now taking action to protect individuals from falling…

A Haunting Anniversary In the year marking the 50th anniversary of the 1973 military coup in Chile, the passing of Henry Kissinger seems strangely appropriate. This event, which saw the overthrow of democratically elected President Salvador Allende, signaled the end of a unique attempt to create a socialist society peacefully. Kissinger, as national security advisor to President Nixon, vehemently opposed Allende’s vision and actively destabilized the Chilean government. His fear of American hegemony being challenged led him to support the murderous regime of General Augusto Pinochet, even as human rights were flagrantly violated. The Unforgotten Today, 1,162 men and women…

UCLA legend John Wooden to be featured on a limited edition forever stamp Legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden, renowned for his unprecedented success and his influential coaching methods, will be immortalized on a limited edition forever stamp by the U.S. Postal Service. This stamp, set to be released early next year, will commemorate Wooden’s significant contributions to the world of basketball and his lasting impact on generations of leaders. A tribute to a remarkable legacy Recognizing his remarkable achievements and widespread influence, UCLA Chancellor Gene Block expressed his admiration for Coach Wooden, stating, “His success on the court was…

Newsom’s Opening Statement Gov. Gavin Newsom made it clear during his Thursday evening debate with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Fox News that he is not running for president in 2024. Instead, he emphasized his support for President Biden and his commitment to truthfully compare and contrast DeSantis’ record with that of California. Newsom’s Role as Biden Surrogate While initially proposing the debate over a year ago, Newsom has since taken on a larger role as a surrogate for the Biden campaign. This bicoastal debate was an opportunity for him to test out Biden’s talking points against a Republican opponent.…

Trailblazer and Influential Jurist Passes Away Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to ascend to the high court and its most influential jurist for much of her 24-year tenure, died on Friday at the age of 93. O’Connor’s death was announced by the court. She had announced in 2018 that she had been diagnosed with the early stages of dementia. A Centrist on an Ideologically Divided Court O’Connor, who retired in 2006, was often referred to as the most powerful woman in America and one of the country’s most admired public officials. She was known for…

9th Circuit Court of Appeals Revisits Hanagami Lawsuit Celebrity choreographer Kyle Hanagami has filed a new round of litigation against Epic Games, the maker of the popular video game “Fortnite,” alleging that the game ripped off his dance moves. The U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has decided to revisit Hanagami’s allegations after a lower court dismissed his lawsuit last year. Allegations and Lawsuit Details On March 29, 2022, Hanagami, known for choreographing for artists like Justin Bieber and Blackpink, filed a copyright lawsuit against Epic Games. He claimed that the game copied his choreography for one of its virtual…