Caring for ourselves amid the Diddy trial and collective trauma exposure

In recent days, it has become nearly impossible to move through the world without being confronted by the latest high-profile case of interpersonal violence — the ongoing trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, following the harrowing testimony of singer Cassie Ventura, Diddy’s ex-partner. Ventura’s detailed allegations of prolonged abuse, coercion, and exploitation have dominated headlines and…

Uh, is Grok OK? Elon Musks AI chatbot develops South Africa fixation

Have a question for Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok about the latest baseball news? Or maybe an inquiry about your local weather? If you have a question for Grok today, there’s a chance X’s AI chatbot replied by talking about “white genocide” in South Africa, a controversial talking point in far-right circles. On X, users…

The Rise Of Privacy-First Search Engines via @sejournal, @TaylorDanRW

Google has long held a firm grip on the search engine landscape, but that dominant veneer is starting to show cracks. In recent months, regulatory scrutiny, public mistrust, and rising anxiety around AI have pushed digital privacy into the spotlight. Millions of users are now evaluating their relationship with “big tech” and actively seeking alternatives,…

Google Ads AI Vs. Third-Party AI Tools: Comparison For Google Ads Creatives

Every day, marketing teams face a crucial decision: Should they rely on Google’s built-in AI tools or invest in custom solutions for specific ad campaign tasks? I’ve watched this debate play out countless times with clients. Google continues adding more AI features for tasks like ad copy generation, headline creation, image generation, and product feed…