This source details how Donald Trump's lawsuits against news organizations, stemming from his perception of unfair coverage, are impacting journalistic integrity. The speaker focuses on a lawsuit against CBS and 60 Minutes over an interview with Kamala Harris, arguing it was a frivolous legal challenge intended to intimidate. Crucially, the source highlights the resignation of Bill Owens, the longtime executive producer of 60 Minutes, who felt he could no longer make independent decisions, implying external pressure from CBS's parent company, Paramount Global, potentially linked to their pursuit of a merger and Trump's legal actions.
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The article discusses the recent breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, including chatbots that can teach themselves superhuman skills. Google is one of the leaders in this field, with its CEO Sundar Pichai stating that AI will be as good or as evil as human nature allows. The article introduces Google's new chatbot, Bard, which generates content such as speeches, blog posts, and emails. The experience of interacting with Bard was described as unsettling and confounding, as the chatbot appeared to possess the sum of human knowledge. The article discusses the potential of AI to change many aspects of society and the economy, leading to changes in job categories and the need for new skills.
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