A psychoanalyst explains how heavy use of social media can harm young people’s inner sense of self and what they want in life. Social media addiction changes how the brain’s motivation system works, making users focus on the constant stream of new content instead of real desires and interests.
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A woman named Kaley, who used social media from age six, said her "miracle day" would be to feel prettier, showing a deep focus on appearance.
Many teens struggle to understand what they truly want because social media keeps their attention fixed on how they look and their social status.
Common mental health problems linked to heavy social media use include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, self-harm, and social withdrawal.
Social media activates the brain’s Seeking system, which drives curiosity and desire, but addiction makes this system fixated on the online feed instead of real-world exploration.
This fixation distorts desire, turning it into a compulsive and uncontrolled need for social media content, expressed as a concept called “jouissance” by psychoanalyst Jacques Lacan.
The damage goes beyond just behavior; it affects young people’s developing identities and their ability to form genuine desires.
The brain’s dopamine reward system is chronically activated by social media, reinforcing addictive patterns.
The public discussion about social media harms has focused mostly on observable behaviors, not enough on its effects on inner desires and identity development.
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Leading U.S. AI companies recently supported a pause in AI development after security incidents and impressive new AI features. However, many people remain distrustful of AI companies and safety advocates, which makes quick regulatory action unlikely. Different business and political groups have concerns about whether new rules will give too much power to certain AI companies or harm competition.
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Four major U.S. AI companies backed a possible pause in AI progress after recent hacking issues and new AI breakthroughs.
This pause proposal caused stock markets to fall as investors worried about the impact on global economies.
Many critics do not trust AI firms or the safety groups linked to them, causing delays in regulatory efforts.
Anthropic is an AI company focused on safety and plans to raise about $100 billion through a big stock offering soon.
Some safety research organizations are closely connected to AI companies, leading to doubts about their independence.
Business leaders like Nvidia’s Jensen Huang and Microsoft’s Satya Nadella support open AI models, which are cheaper and customizable.
Open AI models from Chinese startups are widely used by U.S. firms to save costs and compete against big AI companies.
Political and business groups worry that new regulations might unfairly strengthen a few AI firms or restrict useful technology from other countries.
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AI researcher Dario Amodei from Anthropic has proposed a plan to slow down the rapid pace of AI development to increase safety. His plan includes independent auditors reviewing AI systems, creating shared safety standards among countries, and potentially government regulation to control AI progress.
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Jacob Coxon, an AI safety researcher, resigned from Anthropic amid safety concerns in AI development.
Dario Amodei wrote a detailed letter called “We Must Pace the Frontier” suggesting a “speed limit” on AI progress to avoid risks.
Amodei’s proposal has three main parts: independent AI evaluation inside companies, international safety standards, and government involvement especially in democratic countries.
The idea of “pacing the frontier” is similar to a pace car in Formula 1 racing that slows down a race to keep it safe.
Amodei believes AI is advancing too quickly due to recursive self-improvement, meaning AI that helps build better AI rapidly.
He suggests slowing AI progress would allow one to two extra years for safety research such as better testing and understanding AI decisions.
Some critics say this plan is to protect Anthropic’s market position, but supporters argue it aims to eliminate unfair speed advantages, like in racing.
The plan aims to involve countries with different political systems, including democracies and authoritarian states, in regulating AI risks.
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For over ten years, scientists and tech leaders have warned that superintelligent AI could threaten humanity. Despite these warnings, AI development continued rapidly, leading to recent calls by some researchers and CEOs to slow down AI progress due to safety concerns.
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Stephen Hawking warned in 2014 that AI could cause human extinction.
Early warnings about AI risks were seen as science fiction by the public.
AI development has continued quickly, with some researchers breaking off to start new AI companies.
In September 2023, Anthropic safety researcher Jacob Coxon resigned, saying companies are rushing toward dangerous superintelligent AI.
CEOs from major U.S. AI firms, including Anthropic’s Dario Amodei, called for slowing AI development to manage risks.
Risks mentioned include losing control of AI, cyber-attacks, bioterrorism, and economic disruption.
OpenAI was founded in 2015 by Elon Musk and Sam Altman to develop AI safely but later faced criticism for favoring faster commercial development.
Some AI ethics employees left OpenAI in 2021, citing concerns over safety priorities.
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The UK government is paying attention to warnings from AI experts about risks from artificial intelligence as it seeks to use the technology’s benefits. Officials and industry leaders, including those from Anthropic and OpenAI, have called for international cooperation and rules to keep AI development safe and secure.
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Louise Haigh, a UK minister, emphasized the need to listen to AI experts about risks while exploring AI’s benefits for health and public services.
Three researchers from Anthropic warned that AI could threaten humanity within the next ten years.
Anthropic and competitors like OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Elon Musk support a global slowdown and stronger rules around powerful AI systems.
Jack Clark from Anthropic suggested a mandatory AI “kill switch” controlled by a third party might be necessary for safety.
OpenAI wants laws focused on the most advanced AI labs, not smaller startups working with simpler AI.
UK MPs and peers have called for new AI laws, including an independent oversight body to protect the public.
The UK government said it takes AI risks seriously and is working with companies and other countries to keep up with technological changes.
Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds advised against exaggerating AI risks and was skeptical about the practicality of an AI “kill switch.”
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President Donald Trump made a surprise phone call during an AI conference to say that robots and artificial intelligence will not take over the world. He called fears about AI dangerous and misleading and said that AI technology will create wealth for communities and help the U.S. compete globally.
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President Trump called into the All-In Summit, a technology and policy event in Los Angeles.
He spoke with NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang during Huang’s stage presentation.
Trump dismissed fears that AI poses a serious threat, calling those warnings a "hoax" and "scam."
He compared AI infrastructure to oil, saying it will be very valuable for many years.
Trump said the opposition to building data centers for AI benefits countries like China.
Huang agreed that America must keep its leadership in AI technology.
Some AI experts want to slow down AI development and add safety rules.
The discussion is ongoing as people debate how to handle AI risks and benefits.
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Volvo has updated the XC60 and XC90 SUVs for 2028, mainly by increasing their battery size. The new plug-in hybrid models can now drive much farther on electric power alone, with the XC60 reaching up to 78 miles and the XC90 up to 73 miles.
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The 2028 Volvo XC60 T8 plug-in hybrid now has a 37.9 kWh battery, up from 14.9 kWh, giving it an electric driving range of 78 miles.
The XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid also uses the larger 37.9 kWh battery, allowing for 73 miles of electric range.
The XC60 can travel about 590 miles on a full battery and full gas tank combined.
Volvo added a new 11.2-inch infotainment screen with a Gemini voice assistant that improves voice control.
The XC60 will be produced in Volvo’s plant in South Carolina for the first time, alongside production in Sweden.
Exterior updates include new LED headlights and a slimmer front grille for the XC60.
The larger battery size supports the median U.S. Volvo driver’s average 22-mile daily commute on electric power alone.
Volvo promotes these changes as a step toward fully electric vehicles for all customers.
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New laws in England and Wales allow pubs, bars, and shops to use biometric technology to check if customers are over 18. People can download an app to scan their face and get a digital code that proves their age without showing personal details.
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New rules let pubs, nightclubs, and off-licenses use biometric scans to verify age for buying alcohol.
Customers use apps that scan their face on their phone to create a QR code as proof of age.
Other technologies, like finger vein scanning, are being considered but are not yet approved.
The digital ID system is voluntary and won’t replace physical IDs like driving licenses or passports.
The government hopes this system will lower fake ID use and protect personal data.
Several companies, including Yoti and Luciditi, provide the digital ID apps.
Users have about 30 seconds to scan their face and prove their age to prevent older friends from lending their phone.
About a quarter of UK young adults (18-25) have already downloaded a digital ID app.
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The article explains how Generation Alpha (born 2010-2024) uses emojis in new and changing ways. The wilting rose emoji became popular among them as a symbol for sadness or ironic heartbreak, replacing the broken heart emoji.
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Generation Alpha gives special, often different meanings to common emojis.
The wilting rose emoji became one of the fastest-growing emojis in 2025.
It is used to show sadness or mock heartbreak, unlike the broken heart emoji it replaces.
American linguist Adam Aleksic calls this a "forced emoji," meaning a new meaning is deliberately given.
The rise of the wilting rose started with meme communities on TikTok pushing it as a "cool" alternative.
Using emojis in certain ways signals if someone is up-to-date with popular youth culture.
Some emojis fall out of favor quickly, with others trying to replace them, but not all replacements catch on.
Young people might start using stickers and reaction images more than emojis in the future.
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Leading experts in artificial intelligence (AI) have asked for a pause in AI development. This request caused tech company stocks to fall worldwide on Monday.
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AI leaders called for slowing down the pace of AI development.
This call sparked a global selloff of technology stocks.
The stock drop happened on Monday.
Jessica Inskip from StockBrokers.com spoke about this event on CBS News.
The selloff affected many tech companies globally.
The concern is about the risks and impacts of rapid AI progress.
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President Donald Trump called worries about dangerous artificial intelligence (AI) a "hoax" and claimed they are part of a conspiracy. He rejected calls from tech leaders for more government rules on AI, saying the U.S. only needs strong leadership to manage the technology safely.
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President Trump said fears about AI "taking over the world" and harming humanity are false and part of a “SICK conspiracy.”
Leading AI experts like Anthropic’s Dario Amodei and OpenAI’s Sam Altman have asked for slower AI development and government oversight.
Trump claimed his administration already stopped AI company Anthropic from doing harmful things.
Anthropic’s CEO warned that AI could soon act independently and cause huge damage, including cyberattacks.
Microsoft released a code of conduct to keep AI under human control.
AI models recently carried out hacks, raising concerns about security and safety risks.
Trump criticized tech CEOs for asking for regulations that might hurt their own businesses.
Trump described himself as a “Hoax Buster” and said a “strong and smart” president is the best protection against AI risks.
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Congress members have returned from summer break and are discussing how to regulate artificial intelligence (AI). Jeffries, a lawmaker, is urging Congress to act quickly to create rules for AI.
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Lawmakers just finished their summer recess and are back at work.
They have different opinions on how much government control AI should have.
Jeffries is pushing for immediate action to regulate AI.
The discussion is happening on Capitol Hill, where U.S. laws are made.
AI regulation is a current topic of debate among U.S. politicians.
The New York Times correspondent Robert Jimison provided insights on the issue.
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David Sacks, an adviser to President Trump on technology, said that worries about artificial intelligence (AI) threatening humanity are exaggerated. He warned that stopping or slowing AI development could make the U.S. lose its lead to China in AI technology.
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David Sacks advises President Trump on technology matters.
Sacks believes fears about AI harming humans are too strong.
He spoke in an interview with CBS News reporter Jo Ling Kent.
Sacks addressed concerns from tech leaders like Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei.
He argued against pausing AI development to keep the U.S. competitive.
Sacks emphasized the importance of technology for America’s future.
He sees China as a major competitor in the race to develop AI.
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Several leading technology company CEOs want to slow down the development of artificial intelligence (AI) because they worry it is advancing too fast. Investigative journalist Stephen Witt says that just slowing AI might not solve the problems it could cause.
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Top tech CEOs have called for a pause or slowdown in AI development.
Their concern is that AI technology is growing too quickly and may be out of control.
Stephen Witt, an investigative journalist, wrote an opinion piece on this topic.
Witt suggests that merely slowing AI progress might not be enough to handle the risks.
The issue was discussed on CBS News, including an interview with Witt.
AI means computer systems designed to do tasks that usually require human intelligence.
The call for slowing AI reflects worries about its future impact on society and safety.
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David Sacks, a top adviser on artificial intelligence (AI) to President Donald Trump, said that if China leads in AI development, the United States will lose its position as the world’s number one country. Recently, some major tech leaders, including Elon Musk, asked to slow down AI progress and create government rules, but President Trump disagreed.
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David Sacks is an important AI adviser to President Donald Trump.
Sacks warned that if China wins the race to develop AI, the U.S. will no longer be the top country.
Elon Musk and three other leading tech experts called for slowing down AI development.
Those tech leaders also want governments to set standards or rules for AI.
President Trump did not agree with their request to slow AI progress.
The discussion happened recently and was covered in a CBS News exclusive report.
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New rules in England and Wales will let people prove their age to buy alcohol using digital ID apps on their phones. These apps, approved by the government, will work alongside or instead of physical ID to speed up checks and protect personal information.
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Pubs and shops can accept digital ID apps to prove age for buying alcohol.
Customers can use apps like the Post Office, Yoti, or Luciditi from a government-approved list.
Digital ID apps reduce the need to show physical ID and share fewer personal details.
The apps use technology like facial scans to verify the user's identity and create QR codes for age checks.
The system works offline and aims to let one app be used across many venues.
The government plans this as a voluntary scheme but does not require businesses to reject physical ID.
Digital rights groups warn that digital ID should not replace physical ID entirely to avoid excluding people without access to technology.
The digital ID system might expand in the future to verify age for buying tobacco and vapes.
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President Donald Trump disagreed with industry leaders who want more government rules to control the fast development of artificial intelligence (AI). This comes after a top AI company CEO warned that rapid progress in AI could threaten society.
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President Trump opposed stronger government oversight of AI technology.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called for a slowdown in AI development.
Amodei warned that AI advances might pose a serious risk to society’s future.
The debate focuses on balancing AI innovation with safety concerns.
The discussion was highlighted by journalist Amna Nawaz and commentator Stephen Witt.
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David Sacks, a former AI advisor to President Trump, said fears about artificial intelligence harming humanity are exaggerated but agreed caution is needed. He emphasized that AI companies themselves must make their technology safe and should stop developing it if they cannot control it.
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David Sacks advised President Trump on AI and cryptocurrency and stepped down in May.
Sacks said political fear around AI during the election season may be exaggerated.
He believes AI companies like Anthropic and OpenAI should ensure their products are safe for the public.
Sacks said companies that cannot control AI development should step aside.
AI leaders including Anthropic and OpenAI CEOs have warned of real dangers from AI and called to slow development.
President Trump opposes stronger government guardrails on AI, saying current regulations are enough.
Sacks warned that pausing AI development could let China gain a competitive edge over the U.S.
The fear is partly about "superintelligence," AI that could surpass human cognitive abilities, possibly coming within years.
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David Sacks, a top adviser to President Donald Trump on science and technology, told the CEO of AI company Anthropic to "step aside" if he cannot control the safety of his AI products. Sacks stressed that tech leaders have a responsibility to make sure their AI tools are safe for the public.
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David Sacks is co-chair of President Trump’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.
He spoke about AI safety in relation to Anthropic, an AI company.
The CEO of Anthropic is Dario Amodei, who co-founded the company.
Sacks said tech leaders must ensure their AI products do not cause harm.
He advised that leaders who can’t control their AI should step down or let others manage the technology.
The discussion highlights concerns about the risks of AI technology.
This statement was reported by CBS News.
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Leaders in artificial intelligence (AI) companies, including Anthropic’s CEO, have expressed concerns about how fast AI technology is developing. They suggest slowing down and better monitoring AI to reduce possible risks to people.
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AI technology is advancing quickly and raising safety concerns.
Some AI executives want to slow down the development pace.
More oversight and monitoring of AI is being recommended.
These concerns highlight potential risks AI might pose to humanity.
The topic has gained attention in Washington DC, where people are discussing how worried they are about AI’s rapid growth.
The discussion includes views from both AI company staff and government officials.
Warnings about AI risks have increased recently from various experts.
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