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Podcast: How to Talk to Your Friend Experiencing 'AI Psychosis'

(404 Media / 2026-03-11 14:37)

This week's podcast episode covers three main topics. First, it addresses how to speak to someone experiencing "AI psychosis," a frequently discussed but unresolved issue.

Second, it details an incident where the FBI sought user data from the encrypted email service ProtonMail. Finally, a subscribers-only segment reveals how the developers of the Quittr app exposed sensitive data for hundreds of thousands of users.

The main topics covered are AI's social impact, government data requests from tech companies, and a major data breach. The episode is available on major platforms, with bonus content for paid subscribers.

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Sudan’s devastating war rages on as regional rivalries deepen

(Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera / 2026-03-11 14:36)

Summary:
Sudan's civil war is approaching its fourth year with no decisive military outcome, while becoming increasingly regionalized as external powers provide financial, military, and logistical support to the warring factions. This external involvement prolongs the conflict and complicates diplomatic efforts, with recent tensions between key mediators Saudi Arabia and the UAE further undermining peace negotiations.

Main Topics Covered:
1. The prolonged military stalemate between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
2. The regionalization of the conflict, including involvement from external patrons like Egypt, UAE, Iran, and Saudi Arabia.
3. The impact of regional rivalries, particularly between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, on stalled diplomatic efforts to end the war.
4. The severe humanitarian consequences for Sudanese civilians.

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‘Boric conclui mandato com esquerda chilena de joelhos’, avalia cientista política

(Opera Mundi / 2026-03-11 14:35)

Resumo objetivo:
O governo de Gabriel Boric é avaliado como medíocre em políticas públicas, sem deixar um legado duradouro, e terminou mais bem visto por setores liberais do que pela própria esquerda chilena, que se encontra enfraquecida. A transição de poder para o governo de extrema direita de José Antonio Kast traz como principal desafio equilibrar a aliança internacional com os EUA de Trump e a dependência econômica do Chile em relação à China.

Principais tópicos abordados:
1. Avaliação crítica do governo Boric (desempenho em políticas públicas, falta de legado, dependência de partidos tradicionais).
2. Situação da esquerda chilena e movimentos sociais (enfraquecidos).
3. Desafios do novo governo de José Antonio Kast (relação com a extrema direita internacional, dependência da China e posicionamento sobre Michelle Bachelet).

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French aid worker among three killed in drone strikes in rebel-held DR Congo city

(BBC News / 2026-03-11 14:35)

Summary: A French UN aid worker was killed alongside two others in drone strikes on the rebel-held city of Goma in eastern DR Congo. The UN condemned the attack, which damaged a residential building, while the Congolese army and M23 rebels blamed each other for the escalation. The incident highlights the expanding use of drones and ongoing violence in the conflict, despite recent peace efforts.

Main Topics Covered: 1. The drone strike attack in Goma resulting in fatalities, including a UN aid worker. 2. The condemnation and responses from the UN, France, and involved parties (DR Congo army and M23 rebels). 3. The context of the ongoing conflict, including the use of drone warfare and regional tensions.

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How to ditch Ring’s surveillance network

(The Verge / 2026-03-11 14:31)

Ring's recent Super Bowl ad for its AI-powered Search Party feature, designed to find lost pets, has renewed privacy concerns among users. These concerns are amplified by Ring's established partnerships with law enforcement and a now-cancelled proposed integration with Flock Safety, leading some to distrust the company's data policies.

As a result, there is growing consumer interest in alternative security cameras that offer local storage or end-to-end encryption instead of cloud processing. The article provides guidance for both securing existing Ring devices and selecting replacement hardware from competitors.

The main topics covered are privacy concerns with Ring's cloud storage and law enforcement ties, consumer backlash and migration to alternatives, and options for securing or replacing Ring cameras.

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You can’t replace the battery in Lego’s Smart Bricks — and many of its sensors aren’t available yet

(The Verge / 2026-03-11 14:31)

The initial Lego Smart Brick sets, including Star Wars models, have significant technical limitations at launch. Many advertised sensors, such as the microphone and ambient light detector, are disabled and will only be "unlocked with future products" via potential software updates.

The bricks have a very short battery life of around 45 minutes of active play, enter sleep modes quickly, and contain a tiny, non-replaceable battery requiring disposal of the entire brick when it fails. Currently, multi-brick interactions are extremely limited, with only a universal "hit" detection function available across sets.

The main topics covered are the disabled/unavailable sensors, the short battery life and non-replaceable battery, and the limited multi-brick functionality.

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Guerra no Irã vai acabar quando eu quiser que acabe, diz Trump

(Folha de S.Paulo - Em cima da hora - Principal / 2026-03-11 14:31)

Resumo dos pontos principais:

O presidente dos EUA, Donald Trump, declarou que a guerra contra o Irã está "indo muito bem" e que praticamente não restam alvos para atacar, afirmando ter controle pessoal sobre quando o conflito terminará. No entanto, suas declarações são contraditórias em relação aos objetivos oficiais de seu governo, que incluem impedir o programa nuclear iraniano e obter uma "rendição incondicional", sem prazos claros. Paralelamente, o conflito se expandiu para o mar, com o Irã tentando bloquear o Estreito de Hormuz e atacando navios, o que elevou os temores sobre a segurança energética global e os preços do petróleo.

Principais tópicos abordados: 1. Declarações contraditórias de Trump sobre o andamento e o fim da guerra. 2. Objetivos oficiais dos EUA no conflito (nuclear, militar e rendição). 3. Expansão do conflito para o Estreito de Hormuz e seus impactos na economia global. 4. Divergências na condução da guerra entre EUA e Israel.

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China’s Midea pledges US$8.7 billion for AI and robotics in pivot to automation

(Tech - South China Morning Post / 2026-03-11 14:30)

Midea Group has pledged to invest 60 billion yuan (US$8.7 billion) over the next three years into AI and robotics research and development, matching its total R&D spending from the past five years. The company is focusing on areas like embodied intelligence, following the deployment of its six-armed Miro U humanoid robot, which reportedly improved production efficiency by 30% at a factory.

This strategic pivot builds on Midea's 2017 acquisition of German robot maker Kuka and subsequent establishment of dedicated robotics labs and innovation centres. The move reflects a broader trend of traditional Chinese appliance manufacturers embracing automation and AI technologies to gain efficiency.

The main topics covered are Midea's significant financial commitment to AI/robotics R&D, its development and deployment of specific robotic technology like the Miro U, and the context of its ongoing strategic shift into automation through acquisitions and research initiatives.

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Procurador junto ao TCU pede afastamento de Marcio Pochmann, presidente do IBGE

(Folha de S.Paulo - Em cima da hora - Principal / 2026-03-11 14:30)

Resumo objetivo: O procurador do Ministério Público junto ao TCU pediu o afastamento do presidente do IBGE, Marcio Pochmann, devido a supostas irregularidades em sua gestão. As acusações incluem exonerações de servidores de carreira, tentativa de criar uma fundação sem base legal e a criação de um ambiente de conflito interno. O procurador argumenta que essas práticas prejudicaram a credibilidade da instituição, o que pode causar danos econômicos ao erário, como o aumento do custo da dívida pública.

Principais tópicos abordados: 1. Pedido de afastamento do presidente do IBGE. 2. Acusações de irregularidades administrativas na gestão. 3. Impacto na credibilidade da instituição e seus dados oficiais. 4. Consequências econômicas potenciais da perda de confiança nos indicadores do IBGE.

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IEA proposes release of 400m barrels of oil from strategic reserves

(Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera / 2026-03-11 14:29)

Summary: The International Energy Agency (IEA) has agreed to a collective release of 400 million barrels of oil from its members' strategic reserves. This action, described as "unprecedented in size," aims to address soaring global energy prices and market disruptions. The release is notably larger than a previous one coordinated in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Main Topics Covered: 1. The IEA's coordinated release of strategic oil reserves. 2. The goal of stabilizing global oil prices amid market disruption. 3. The scale of the release compared to previous actions.

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Lucid Motors ships Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to Gravity SUV owners

(TechCrunch / 2026-03-11 14:29)

Lucid Motors is rolling out a software update for its Gravity SUV in North America to enable Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with Europe and the Middle East receiving it later. This follows software issues with the new vehicle that prompted an apology from the interim CEO, amid broader company restructuring including layoffs and the departure of software leaders.

The update coincides with an investor day where Lucid plans to discuss its future mid-size EV platform, path to profitability, and a planned luxury robotaxi service with Uber and Nuro.

The main topics covered are a software update for phone-mirroring features, past software problems and company restructuring, and future business plans for investor day.

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Microsoft backs Anthropic, urging a judge to halt Pentagon's actions against AI company

(Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-11 14:29)

Microsoft is legally challenging the U.S. Defense Department's designation of AI company Anthropic as a supply chain risk, which blocks its military work. The Pentagon acted after Anthropic refused to allow unrestricted military use of its Claude AI model, a dispute President Trump also cited in ordering federal agencies to stop using Claude.

Microsoft argues the designation improperly uses a national security mechanism to settle a contract dispute, causing severe economic harm and forcing contractors to comply with vague directives. The company seeks a temporary court order to lift the designation to enable more discussion.

Microsoft also publicly supports Anthropic's ethical principles, stating American AI should not be used for domestic mass surveillance or to start a war without human control.

The main topics covered are the legal challenge to the Pentagon's designation, the contract dispute over ethical AI use, and Microsoft's support for Anthropic's position.

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From Flock to ICE, Here’s a Breakdown of How You’re Being Watched

(404 Media / 2026-03-11 14:27)

The article describes a pervasive surveillance landscape where companies like Ring and Flock use AI-powered cameras to monitor neighborhoods and track individuals. It highlights government use of tools like Palantir's ELITE for immigration enforcement, raising significant privacy concerns.

A key point is that police and local governments often acquire surveillance technology rapidly, with little oversight, driven by a "get it first" mentality and available grants. However, the authors note that investigative reporting and public awareness are leading some communities to reject these systems.

While the scale of surveillance feels overwhelming and difficult to reverse, the authors argue privacy is not dead. They suggest practical, though sometimes inconvenient, actions like using data deletion laws and emphasize that public discourse on the issue is becoming more sophisticated.

Main Topics: Pervasive public and private surveillance, AI-powered monitoring tools, government and law enforcement use of surveillance data, privacy concerns, and community pushback.

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Godzilla Minus One, a very good movie, is $15 on 4K Blu-ray

(The Verge / 2026-03-11 14:27)

The article primarily announces a discounted deal for the 4K Blu-ray of Godzilla Minus One on Gruv's eBay storefront, priced at $14.99. It promotes an additional 15% off when buying two or more movies from a selected catalog, using a provided discount code.

The secondary focus is on several other product deals, including a price drop for Dragon Age: The Veilguard video game, a sustained discount on the Apple Watch Series 11, and a concluding promotion for a Google Pixel 10A with a gift card.

The main topics covered are the Godzilla Minus One Blu-ray sale, other entertainment and tech deals (video game, smartwatch, phone), and specific discount codes and purchasing details.

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Why the British government is only releasing some of the Mandelson files.

(NYT > World News / 2026-03-11 14:26)

Summary:
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was explicitly warned in December 2024 about the reputational risks of appointing Peter Mandelson as U.S. ambassador due to Mandelson’s close, ongoing ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Despite the warning, Starmer proceeded with the appointment. Mandelson was later fired after further revelations about his relationship with Epstein and is now under police investigation for allegedly passing confidential government information.

Main Topics Covered:
1. The warning given to Keir Starmer about Mandelson's Epstein ties prior to the ambassadorial appointment.
2. The subsequent political fallout and damage to Starmer's standing.
3. The later firing of Mandelson and the ongoing criminal investigation into his conduct.
4. The release of government documents related to the vetting and appointment process.