Share: On Mar. 25, OpenAI unveiled its new update, GPT-4o, offering “useful and valuable image generation with photorealistic outputs.” Since then, the internet has been flooded with renderings of viral memes, iconic events, and even personal photographs, in the style of Japanese animation, Studio Ghibli. But are these immaculate images still considered digital art? “I strongly feel that this is an insult to life itself,” said Hayao Miyazaki in an interview recorded in 2016. It’s easy to understand the artists’ frustration and disgust with the …
Are Bernie and AOC offering us genuine hope? It’s too early to tell
With the stakes higher than ever, are Bernie and AOC the leaders we’ve been waiting for—or just more career politicians?
AI that monitors dissent proves dystopia has arrived
Share: As consumers continue to be enticed with new iterations of technology, now powered with Artificial Intelligence; Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced the government will also use AI to “catch and revoke” student visas. The government claims their objective is to combat antisemitism but at its core, this move threatens anyone that opposes the Trump administration. The constitution states it plainly: “we the people” have rights on US soil, regardless of immigration status. While some may disagree, revoking a student’s visa for their …
America’s new foreign policy: Bully first, ask questions later
Share: Just when we thought that Ukraine was a bipartisan issue, the Trump administration sets a new precedent on the world stage, where the loudest and boldest charlatan wins. The circus that erupted at the oval office late February shows us that President Trump and Vice President Vance are getting comfortable with their unchecked executive powers. “You are in no position to dictate what we’re going to feel,” Trump said in response to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s warning about potential risks of dealing with Russia. …
In deregulating aviation, Trump is making America guess again
Share: It’s not the first time we, the public, experience anxiety due to an upcoming flight. The typical concerns revolve around preparation and transportation to the airport; should we pack another pair of shoes, check-in a bag or take a small carry-on? At worst, the biggest fear is usually a delayed flight, that was until we started seeing reports of doors flying out in mid air, and aircrafts losing their landing gear last year. To make matters worse, President Trump has made the foolish decision …