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Local news funded, but at what cost? Google is giving millions to support news jobs in California. In exchange, the state agreed to halt a bill that will require tech to financially support news outlets they profit from. While the tech giant believes the deal will help both journalism and the artificial intelligence sector in California, skeptics believe the state left behind more funding, had it been delivered in regular installments to publishers. A letter from The Media Guild of the West to lawmakers stated “the future of journalism should not be decided in backroom deals.” (Market Watch)?

Talk Nerdy to Me

• Live from the ether. Will.i.am launched RAiDiO.FYI, a set of interactive radio stations with an AI host that listeners can speak to. (Time) ?
• Full disclosure. AI-generated images being shared on social media by Donald Trump are sparking conversation around what content moderation and disclosure should look like going forward. (The Drum) ?

Under the Influence

• State of the Industry. What’s Trending’s Shira Lazar shares insights from the inaugural White House Creator Economy Conference including thoughts on what's next for the industry. (Inc.)
• Brand whisperer. Adam Rose isn't just “blue cardigan guy.” Here’s how he grew into a strategic creator publishing content from viral dance videos to seamless brand integrations. (What’s Trending)

Media Navel-Gazing

• Who’s using AI? Nielsen’s SVP of Diverse Intelligence & Initiatives Stacie de Armas discusses the evolving role of AI in marketing, particularly in relation to diverse audiences. (CommPRO)
• Political ad takeover. Inventory supply, pricing and the effect of political messaging on consumption habits are just some of the ways record-breaking spending for the upcoming election is affecting the commercial media landscape. (The Drum)

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