“On one end, AI-generated content of unknown origin is filling the void created by state-sanctioned media blackouts with misinformation, and on the other end, the leaders of these countries are sharing AI-generated slop to spread the oldest forms of xenophobia and propaganda.”

—Salvadoran journalist Mario Guevara, just before he was arrested covering an Atlanta "No Kings" protest Saturday; he now faces deportation. (CNN / Marlon Sorto, Brian Stelter, and Caroll Alvarado)

How many times YouTube Shorts are viewed on an average day, up 186% from a year ago. (TheWrap / Kayla Cobb)

“A lot of recordings contained clear evidence of mental-health crises with incoherent and paranoid exchanges about religion, surveillance, addiction, and philosophy, during which Meta.ai usually remained cheerfully supportive. These chatters, in contrast to the ones asking for help with tasks and productivity, often came away satisfied. Perhaps they’d been indulged or affirmed — chatbots are nothing if not obsequious — but one got the sense that mostly they just felt like they’d been listened to.”

“Some 68% of subscriptions are now digital only, up from 44% in 2021.”

—Journalist and former news anchor Lisa Remillard, a.k.a. "The News Girl," whose TikTok account has 3.7 million followers. (CJR / Yona TR Golding)

“The interactive site, which amounts to more than 50 pages and over 10,000 words, chronicles OpenAI’s evolution from nonprofit research lab to moneymaking household name, and the safety concerns and potential conflicts of interest it’s generated along the way.”

“Huckabee’s financial interest presents a curious circumstance for Substack, as a private business that typically takes a 10% cut from subscription payments — and thus stands to profit from what’s published, even if the material responds to unfolding events related directly to his position, or skirts ethical norms of the federal government.”

—Australian writer Alistair Kitchen, who was questioned about his Substack posts and denied entry by U.S. border officials. (Status / Oliver Darcy)

“With the majority, the Republican-controlled FCC will be able to carry out some of the promised initiatives on Trump’s agenda, which has included a deregulation initiative. Broadcasters are pushing for lifting of ownership rules, which they call outdated.”

The total annual subscription revenue of all publishers on Substack, according to sources. Around 10% of that goes to Substack itself. (Newcomer / Eric Newcomer)

“’60 Seconds [of Advertising News]’ has since its January debut become vital morning viewing for many agency executives, creative leaders and up-and-comers, quickly taking its place in their media diets alongside more serious ad trade publications and broader business sources.”