TRUST

Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

How Big Concert Deals Got People Talking About Ticket Prices

A group of 34 states has just finished presenting their side in a big court battle against Live Nation, the company that runs Ticketmaster. They claim the business has become too powerful, making tickets harder to buy and prices much higher. Live Nation, on the other hand, says the live music scene

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

AI models in ads: saving cash or losing trust?

A small clothing brand recently advertised a summer shirt using AI to generate everything from the model to the boat in the background. The shirt itself is real, but the people and scenes aren’t. This trick is becoming common because it cuts costs and lets brands create many different images quickly

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Fox Dumps Old App as NFL Games Move to Pricey Streams

Fox just announced it’s shutting down its sports app for smart TVs and streaming sticks by May 2026. Instead, users will have to switch to FOX One, a newer app that does more than just show games. You can now record shows or watch two games at once on the same screen. But here’s the catch: to keep w

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI CEO under scrutiny: what ChatGPT really thinks

Sam Altman’s leadership style has sparked fresh debates about trust in tech. A lengthy report dug into internal records and past colleagues’ notes, painting a picture of someone who bends facts when it suits him. One former insider bluntly described him as someone who doesn’t worry much about the fa

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Online health advice: when guesses beat facts

Many influencers now push quick-fix chemicals sold through short videos rather than proven medicines backed by mountains of research. One doctor reports seeing patients who trust glowing testimonials over decades of clinical trials. A common example is peptides—tiny proteins—hyped online as youth se

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Apr 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Do Virtual Stars Really Need a Human Touch?

Virtual assistants are popping up everywhere, especially in ads. But how do we decide if we can trust them? A recent study looked at how their looks and voices influence our trust, especially when these features are created by AI. Researchers picked a well-known TV character, Sheldon Cooper, and mad

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Apr 02 2026OPINION

Tech Giants Push Their Own Streaming Rules—and It Could Hurt You

Big Tech isn’t just fighting over who owns Hollywood anymore. They’re quietly working behind the scenes to control how streaming actually works. Companies like Netflix, Samsung, and Meta aren’t just making shows—they’re teaming up to shape the hidden rules that decide how videos play on your phone,

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Mar 30 2026EDUCATION

The College Debate: Who’s Really in Charge?

Higher education has lately felt like a battleground where ideas clash as fiercely as politics. The University of New England has organized a talk to ask whether universities should stay neutral, or if the government must step in to keep balance. The event is free and open to anyone who wants to l

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Mar 26 2026CRYPTO

Crypto‑style “Fairness” Turns Mystery Boxes into Trustworthy Games

Cravin uses a crypto trick called provably fair verification to make mystery boxes feel safe. The system locks in what will be inside a box before you open it by using a cryptographic hash. After the reveal, you can check that the result matches the lock, proving no cheating happened. Instead of le

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Mar 25 2026HEALTH

Social Media and the Science Trust Gap

Many people now look to social media for health tips, but a recent survey shows that this habit also fuels the spread of wrong information. The study found that three‑quarters of those who forward science or medical posts do so after only seeing the headline, not by reading the whole story. Th

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