"Meta's Moderation Shift and Misinformation: A Study of Power and Influence"
"A new study using Facebook data reveals that the platform's moderation policies dramatically reduced misinformation views before the 2020 US election. However, Meta's recent shift towards less moderation raises concerns about its impact on democratic processes, particularly given the influence of a...
"Meta's Moderation Shift and Misinformation: A Study of Power and Influence"
"A new study using Facebook data reveals that the platform's moderation policies dramatically reduced misinformation views before the 2020 US election. However, Meta's recent shift towards less moderation raises concerns about its impact on democratic processes, particularly given the influence of a...
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36% Bias Score
"E-bike and E-scooter Crime Soars 730% in Five Years in England and Wales"
"Crimes involving e-bikes and e-scooters in England and Wales have surged by over 730% since 2019, with over 11,000 offenses recorded in 2023/24, linked to various crimes including theft, robbery, drug trafficking and violent offences. The City of London Police have seized over 400 such vehicles, hi...
"E-bike and E-scooter Crime Soars 730% in Five Years in England and Wales"
"Crimes involving e-bikes and e-scooters in England and Wales have surged by over 730% since 2019, with over 11,000 offenses recorded in 2023/24, linked to various crimes including theft, robbery, drug trafficking and violent offences. The City of London Police have seized over 400 such vehicles, hi...
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48% Bias Score
Australia to Tax Big Tech for News Funding
Australia's government announced a new law requiring tech firms earning over A$250 million annually to pay Australian news publishers for content or face higher taxes, starting January 2025, aiming to address power imbalances and support local journalism after Meta ended payment deals, causing A$200...
Australia to Tax Big Tech for News Funding
Australia's government announced a new law requiring tech firms earning over A$250 million annually to pay Australian news publishers for content or face higher taxes, starting January 2025, aiming to address power imbalances and support local journalism after Meta ended payment deals, causing A$200...
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44% Bias Score
China's Manufacturing Boom: NEV Production Surpasses 10 Million Units
China's manufacturing sector is booming, with NEV production exceeding 10 million units in 2024, driven by government policies prioritizing innovation and a shift towards high-quality development, despite challenges in balancing innovation investment with operational needs.
China's Manufacturing Boom: NEV Production Surpasses 10 Million Units
China's manufacturing sector is booming, with NEV production exceeding 10 million units in 2024, driven by government policies prioritizing innovation and a shift towards high-quality development, despite challenges in balancing innovation investment with operational needs.
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48% Bias Score
Bpacks Secures €1 Million for Biodegradable Tree Bark Packaging
European startup Bpacks raised €1 million to produce biodegradable tree bark packaging, partnering with Gomex to launch in 300+ Southern European stores; the packaging extends shelf life up to seven days, reducing food waste.
Bpacks Secures €1 Million for Biodegradable Tree Bark Packaging
European startup Bpacks raised €1 million to produce biodegradable tree bark packaging, partnering with Gomex to launch in 300+ Southern European stores; the packaging extends shelf life up to seven days, reducing food waste.
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52% Bias Score
Google's Gemini 2.0: Focus Shifts to Utility and AI Agent Development
Google is improving its Gemini language model with a focus on utility and developing multiple AI agents like Project Mariner, which can utilize Google products, while competitors like OpenAI focus on powerful language models like GPT-4.
Google's Gemini 2.0: Focus Shifts to Utility and AI Agent Development
Google is improving its Gemini language model with a focus on utility and developing multiple AI agents like Project Mariner, which can utilize Google products, while competitors like OpenAI focus on powerful language models like GPT-4.
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36% Bias Score
"China Sets World Record with High-Altitude Wind Power Project in Xizang"
"China's highest wind power project, located at 5,305 meters in Xizang, has generated over 22 million kWh of electricity, setting a world record and powering 230,000 people while reducing carbon emissions by 182,800 tons annually."
"China Sets World Record with High-Altitude Wind Power Project in Xizang"
"China's highest wind power project, located at 5,305 meters in Xizang, has generated over 22 million kWh of electricity, setting a world record and powering 230,000 people while reducing carbon emissions by 182,800 tons annually."
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4% Bias Score
Meta Donates $1 Million to Trump's Inaugural Fund
Meta donated $1 million to President-elect Trump's inaugural fund, reversing its prior ban of Trump from its platforms; this follows a private meeting between Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Trump and suggests Meta is seeking influence in the incoming administration.
Meta Donates $1 Million to Trump's Inaugural Fund
Meta donated $1 million to President-elect Trump's inaugural fund, reversing its prior ban of Trump from its platforms; this follows a private meeting between Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Trump and suggests Meta is seeking influence in the incoming administration.
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56% Bias Score
\"Hawk\" Memecoin Plummets After Accusations of Fraud
The memecoin \"Hawk\", launched on December 4th with Haliey Welch, initially valued at $490 million, rapidly lost value to $17 million amidst accusations of a \"rug pull\" scheme, highlighting the risks of memecoin investments.
\"Hawk\" Memecoin Plummets After Accusations of Fraud
The memecoin \"Hawk\", launched on December 4th with Haliey Welch, initially valued at $490 million, rapidly lost value to $17 million amidst accusations of a \"rug pull\" scheme, highlighting the risks of memecoin investments.
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52% Bias Score
Inflation Meets Expectations, Nasdaq Hits Record High Amidst Global Economic Uncertainty
U.S. inflation increased to 2.7% in November, meeting forecasts; the Nasdaq Composite surpassed 20,000 points, driven by tech giants like Alphabet and Tesla; OPEC lowered its global oil demand growth forecast for the fifth consecutive month; South Korea's stock market underperformance persists amids...
Inflation Meets Expectations, Nasdaq Hits Record High Amidst Global Economic Uncertainty
U.S. inflation increased to 2.7% in November, meeting forecasts; the Nasdaq Composite surpassed 20,000 points, driven by tech giants like Alphabet and Tesla; OPEC lowered its global oil demand growth forecast for the fifth consecutive month; South Korea's stock market underperformance persists amids...
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56% Bias Score
Elon Musk's Net Worth Tops \$400 Billion Amidst Political Influence Concerns
Elon Musk's net worth exceeded \$400 billion following a surge in Tesla's stock price linked to Donald Trump's election and a \$1.25 billion SpaceX stock purchase; this makes him the largest political donor in recent US history, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
Elon Musk's Net Worth Tops \$400 Billion Amidst Political Influence Concerns
Elon Musk's net worth exceeded \$400 billion following a surge in Tesla's stock price linked to Donald Trump's election and a \$1.25 billion SpaceX stock purchase; this makes him the largest political donor in recent US history, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
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40% Bias Score
3D-Printed Ghost Gun Used in CEO Murder
Luigi Mangione, arrested in Pennsylvania, used a 3D-printed Glock-style firearm to kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson; the untraceable "ghost gun" highlights the growing problem of easily accessible, unregistered weapons.
3D-Printed Ghost Gun Used in CEO Murder
Luigi Mangione, arrested in Pennsylvania, used a 3D-printed Glock-style firearm to kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson; the untraceable "ghost gun" highlights the growing problem of easily accessible, unregistered weapons.
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48% Bias Score