Arizona State University now offers a bachelor's degree in content creation,stirring both excitement and doubt . This new major mixes traditional communication with hands-on skills like podcasting and studio work. Supporters say it preps students for digital economy jobs,but critics question its worth.
Despite skepticism,similar programs are popping up elsewhere,signaling growing acceptance of content creation as a real career option. Creator economy's rise has many trying to cash in on their online presence, though financial success remains elusive for most influencers.
Meanwhile,Flock Safety is tweaking its nationwide license plate reader system to address privacy concerns. By January 1,new mandatory safeguards will require law enforcement to use an audit tool to catch abnormal search patterns, tackling system abuse .
In the Asia-Pacific,Taiwan's military drills caused internet slowdowns in Taipei Thursday, simulating a Chinese invasion. President Lai Ching-te acknowledged the hassle but stressed drills' importance,involving more civilians this year.
Google unveiled its latest Pixel phones Wednesday, with slimmer cameras and better AI. New Pixel 11 models start at $900,with Pixel Pro Fold at $1,900, a $100 increase from last year. Google aims to grow its AI tool user base with these updates .
Trump Media & Technology is narrowing focus back to Truth Social,dropping ventures like crypto and online betting. The company posted massive $238 million loss last quarter. New CEO Kevin McGurn plans to refocus on core social media platform, despite criticism over its paid service offering early access to market-moving posts.
Meta faces legal trouble as federal trial starts over claims its platforms harm youth mental health. trial,expected to last six to eight weeks, involves 29 states but will focus on California, Colorado, Kentucky, and New Jersey in Oakland.
VinSpace signed a deal with SpaceX to launch its first satellites in 2027,a big step for Vietnam's space goals. Part of Vingroup, VinSpace aims to test its tech in orbit and explore future commercial uses .
Mark Zuckerberg shared Meta's AI vision in an online essay, introducing Muse Glimmer, a new AI model for developers. He highlighted the need to keep AI tech open and competitive, warning against a few companies or governments controlling it.
As AI grows, vintage computer enthusiasts are preserving the machines that paved the way. At the Vintage Computer Festival in Silicon Valley, collectors showed off restored Atari, Commodore, and IBM devices,celebrating computing history.
