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      Le Fomo

      Le Fomo

      Aug 05, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Le Fomo is a weekly radio program that turns the lens on our digital-age obsession with missing out. The January 23, 2026 episode runs 54 minutes and blends intimate interviews with rich sonic storytelling. With a dedicated production team, the show has become a must-listen for those seeking to understand contemporary anxiety. Previous episodes have explored everything from 'Ca va, ça va' to a 2025 best-of.
      Le Brésil rétrograde ses liens diplomatiques avec l'Argentine source

      Le Brésil rétrograde ses liens diplomatiques avec l'Argentine source

      Aug 05, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Brazil has formally downgraded diplomatic relations with Argentina after President Javier Milei again insulted President Lula da Silva. The Brazilian ambassador to Argentina, recalled in July, will not return to Buenos Aires. Argentina's ambassador in Brasilia has been informed of the decision, deepening a rift between South America's two largest economies.
      DeepSeek just slashed AI prices again, and China’s AI race is getting even messier

      DeepSeek just slashed AI prices again, and China’s AI race is getting even messier

      Aug 05, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      DeepSeek has unveiled V4-Flash, an open-weight AI model, with a 50% token price cut and the removal of dynamic pricing. The move intensifies China's AI price war, even as Moonshot AI's Kimi K3 remains the top performer. Developers gain cheaper access, but regulators worry about 'involution'.
      AI chatbots will happily create fake news articles, and tests show ChatGPT is the worst at it

      AI chatbots will happily create fake news articles, and tests show ChatGPT is the worst at it

      Aug 05, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      An investigation by a German nonprofit newsroom found that popular AI chatbots can be persuaded to generate fake news stories, fabricated headlines, and realistic-looking screenshots of media outlets. ChatGPT reportedly performed the worst, producing highly convincing fake content with minimal effort. Other chatbots like Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, and Meta AI also showed vulnerabilities, though Meta proved the most resistant. The findings raise fresh concerns about the spread of AI-generated misinformation.
      Google just canceled its AI Studio mobile app, and it’s not all bad news

      Google just canceled its AI Studio mobile app, and it’s not all bad news

      Aug 05, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Google has canceled its standalone AI Studio mobile app before launch, despite around 800,000 pre-orders. The company will instead fold AI Studio's creation tools into the Gemini app and web experience. The browser-based AI Studio remains a priority for developers.
      Google’s new AI gives robots better balance, smarter hands, and teamwork capabilities

      Google’s new AI gives robots better balance, smarter hands, and teamwork capabilities

      Aug 05, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Google DeepMind has unveiled Gemini Robotics 2, an AI system that gives robots better balance, whole-body control, and advanced hand dexterity. With a new reasoning model, robots can plan multi-step tasks and collaborate safely. The technology is rolling out to early access partners.
      Apple’s Siri AI is free, until you actually start using it

      Apple’s Siri AI is free, until you actually start using it

      Aug 05, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      Apple's earnings call revealed strong Siri AI usage, but also hinted that heavy users may need to pay for higher iCloud+ tiers. Tim Cook said Apple will offer upgrade possibilities on iCloud+ to cover AI compute costs. Apple already restricts some AI Home features to the 2TB plan. Free unlimited Siri AI likely won't last.
      A wide foldable iPhone dummy emerges amid rumors of a delay

      A wide foldable iPhone dummy emerges amid rumors of a delay

      Aug 04, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      A new dummy unit offers a first look at Apple's rumored foldable iPhone, displaying an unusually wide body and a pill-shaped rear camera island. The leak arrives amid reports that production engineering issues could delay the device by months. The foldable is shown alongside iPhone 18 Pro dummies, highlighting its squat, wide form factor. It remains unclear when the device will actually ship.
      The FCC is cracking down on DJI tech that dodged the foreign drone ban

      The FCC is cracking down on DJI tech that dodged the foreign drone ban

      Aug 04, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
      The FCC is taking action against eight companies suspected of helping DJI circumvent the United States' foreign drone ban. Each company faces a $25,000 fine and a 10-day deadline to respond to FCC inquiries. The agency also plans to revoke accreditation from a Chinese testing lab tied to DJI certifications. The crackdown follows evidence that some products, like the Xtra Muse, are nearly identical to DJI devices.
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