Hey there! I'm Grant, the new Content Moderator here at <a href="http://media.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Media.com</a>. I’m going to be talking about a range of topics, from tech trends, politics, the arts and anything that is of cultural significance at the moment.&nbsp;Feel free to <a href="mailto:grant.krupp@media.com">reach out</a> with any questions about safety, trust, or misinformation. I’m here to help!<h3>Grab Your Popcorn: The Trump-Musk Feud Unfolds</h3>What started as a mutual admiration between two of America's most influential figures has spiralled into a full-blown public feud. In early 2025, Elon Musk, then serving as Senior Advisor to President Donald Trump, criticized the administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill," arguing it undermined incentives for electric vehicle purchases. Trump, not one to take criticism lightly, responded with a sharp rebuke, leading to a dramatic drop in Tesla's stock price and dip in Musk's net worth.This led to Musk’s resignation from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a position he had held since January 2025. This move further fuelled tensions and raised questions about the intersection of business and politics.Media Landscape: A New Era of Sensationalism?We are in the VERY early stages of this feud, so it’s too early to tell how it will play out. One thing is for sure, though: a spectacle such as this underscores the growing trend of sensationalism in news reporting, where personal conflicts between high-profile individuals often eclipse substantive policy discussions. The 24/7 news cycle thrives on drama, and the Trump-Musk saga provides ample material.However, this focus on personalities over policies has implications for public discourse. It shifts attention away from pressing issues like climate change, domestic healthcare reform in the U.S., and economic inequality, potentially eroding the public's ability to engage with substantive political debates.Misinformation and AI: Fuelling the FireIn an era where artificial intelligence can generate realistic fake videos and deepfakes, the potential for misinformation to escalate conflicts is greater than ever. The Trump-Musk feud has been exacerbated by the rapid spread of manipulated content, with both men accusing each other of orchestrating media attacks.This environment of distrust and manipulation highlights the need for robust media literacy education and ethical standards in AI development. Without these safeguards, public figures may increasingly resort to sensational tactics to defend their reputations, further polarizing the public and undermining democratic institutions.Drake vs. Kendrick? Please. This Is the Real ShowdownMove over, rap beefs. The Trump-Musk saga has taken the crown for the most dramatic celebrity feud of the decade. While artists like Drake and Kendrick Lamar have engaged in lyrical sparring, their conflicts pale in comparison to the high-stakes, high-profile drama between two of the world's richest and most influential men.This battle isn't confined to diss tracks and social media posts; it has real-world implications, affecting stock markets, political appointments, and public trust in institutions. It's a reminder that in today's media landscape, the personal is political—and the stakes are higher than ever.<h3>Two Grown Men, One Big Distraction</h3>At the end of the day, the Trump-Musk feud is a spectacle, a distraction from the real issues that demand our attention. While these two men battle it out for dominance in the media and the marketplace, pressing concerns like climate change, healthcare, and economic inequality continue to affect millions.Their feud may be entertaining, but it's also a reminder of how easily public discourse can be derailed by personal conflicts among the powerful. As consumers of news and citizens of the world, it's up to us to demand a return to substantive discussions and hold our leaders accountable—not for their egos, but for their actions that shape our future.At <a href="http://media.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Media.com</a> we are on a mission to transform the way people experience social media. To find out how we are tackling major issues of misinformation online, visit our <a href="https://media.com/trust-center" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Trust Centre</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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I had the opportunity of attending a fascinating webinar organized by #BiometricUpdate.com on the evolving digital identity landscape in the APAC region. The discussion, led by industry experts Ted Dunstone (CEO, #BixeLab), Chris Burt (Managing Editor, #BiometricUpdate), and Paul Heim (Director of Certification, #FIDO Alliance), was very insightful.The Asia-Pacific region is rapidly developing new digital identity verification frameworks, with countries like Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia at the forefront, introducing innovative regulations and standards. This presents both significant opportunities and challenges for biometric providers and organizations working in digital identity.&nbsp;One topic that stood out to me the most was how the identity verification sector is preparing for the challenges posed by AI, especially generative AI.As a professional in the identity verification field, I often think about how emerging technologies like deepfakes and AI-driven impersonations will impact our industry. While we don’t yet know exactly how things will evolve in the next 12 months, one thing is certain: the industry must stay ahead of the curve. As generative AI continues to grow, it’s crucial that our systems evolve to detect new threats.&nbsp;The role of identity verification will become even more critical in securing online interactions and ensuring trust in the digital world.With AI becoming more integrated into our lives, the need for robust identity verification has never been clearer.&nbsp;I’m excited to continue following these developments and contributing to the conversation about how we can build a safer, more secure digital future.

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Navigating the Emerging APAC Market for Digital ID: Key Takeaways from the BiometricUpdate Webinar

NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a move to empower individuals and organizations to instantly address and correct misinformation, Media.com announces a strategic partnership with Opoint, a global leader in news data. The partnership will enable Media.com to deliver real-time news alerts to its verified users on the network, enabling a rapid response using world-first media monitoring and reaction capabilities that have become essential for many in the 24/7 information environment. &nbsp;In what is set to be a game-changing transformation of traditional and social media, the partnership allows Media.com’s users access to instant information and updates so they can quickly and confidently respond to third-party media sources. As Media.com does not allow comments, users can respond and express themselves free from the interference and credibility challenges that currently plague social media networks.&nbsp;Real-time updates are a critical tool to challenge misinformation, manage reputation&nbsp;Opoint collects news from over 230,000 global websites and enriches it with valuable metadata, enabling media insight platforms around the world to seamlessly deliver valuable intelligence to their customers. The partnership with Media.com will enable usage of this data for the first time to help address misinformation in an era where many serious real-world harms are unfolding because of gaps in communication, failures of credibility, and information delays."Collaborating with Opoint is an exciting step toward achieving our mission to drive recognition of Media.com as the world’s leading online network. Delivering reliable, timely, and comprehensive news data to Media.com’s users is an integral part of empowering them to respond to or even preempt the spread of misinformation," said James Mawhinney, Founder and CEO at Media.com. "This partnership brings us one step closer to our goal of making your Media.com profile your most valuable online resource."&nbsp;The combination of Opoint’s global media reach and Media.com’s model for effective information and reputation management creates a compelling narrative. Innovative solutions, coupled with crucial information that is actionable in real time, can redefine the landscape of news dissemination and consumption. With an average of 3 million news articles published per day across a broad range of topics, people and organizations worldwide, information integrity and reputation management have become increasingly critical. Yet traditional reputation management can fall short as digital reach increases.&nbsp;As Media.com integrates Opoint’s extensive news data, the resulting news monitoring service and the alerts generated will serve as an essential tool for individuals and businesses needing to stay abreast of developments and combat any falsehoods in real time. The collaboration underscores the relentless commitment by both companies to provide a valuable offering to customers powered by accurate and timely news information.&nbsp;For more information about Opoint and its services, please visit <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=Ckjqm0wJGK80w0vmMWXTN4w9QlH5EpP_frb77IoTFFyi60AlmdFnnPzPR6S-yHYVUQv57bSJKWLyzWiL4ANNzQ==">www.opoint.com</a>. To apply for a Media.com profile visit <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=q6LeKWjfk65N1p2jRVo8bb8L7ktyFMMgZwYP7Nw1QjTdL__rPSzvCa5xyLoHkHQFPTGQHiHF-V3rQczqsjIvWQ==">www.media.com</a>&nbsp;Press Contact Media.com:Chris Hariher Crenshaw Communications <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=ugvU90-yMuaaXByjSucJFPE-fZUi-644Kl7eJMGUXgChe83uj79iBqh6vDgpsNNEcJJGtsJRVbmzSiiovhkM_l6cafZVP00LBck6kFIZEwY=">Chris@crenshawcomm.com</a>&nbsp;Press Contact Opoint:Stine Brass Marketing Manager <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=AG5q8bPKrqOtVs7xGIp0_j0d7XeyhpKKmadnRck4mcNUtZFxDx03-NuAB88l9QQstWFHkNq8ZvocjYOB8R5U_ZFhCa5z6-nl-_P_tem03-0=">stine.brass@opoint.com</a>

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NEW YORK: NEW YORK <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://media.com/">Media.com</a> has announced the launch of the first user profile on its network to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Chantelle Baier, a female pioneer in the space industry. The network’s activation of its inaugural profile coincides with the successful launch of a SpaceX rocket in the early hours of this morning carrying a payload arranged by Ms Baier’s company, 4SPACE, which contains and protects artwork by internationally acclaimed artist Jeff Koons bound for the Moon.Media.com is set to become home to millions of individuals and organizations with profile verification being mandatory on the network to counteract fake profiles and the harm of misinformation.Already Media.com boasts registrations from over 130 countries including business executives, celebrities, everyday people and some of the world’s leading public relations figures. The company is forging a new direction for information integrity and authenticity as social networks and media publications grapple with rising distrust and credibility challenges.Media.com’s Founder &amp; CEO James Mawhinney, an entrepreneur and businessman who created the platform after experiencing a harmful misinformation campaign costing him his business and his family home, said:“I am delighted to announce the launch of Media.com’s first profile. We selected Chantelle Baier out of thousands of alternatives as Chantelle represents a female entrepreneur taking humanity into outer space. Media.com helps people like Chantelle tell their incredible stories direct from their Media.com profile.In approximately 8-days the Intuitive Machines lunar lander is expected to land at the South Pole of the Moon. &nbsp;The payload arranged by 4SPACE will be photographed and posted on Chantelle Baier’s Media.com profile, representing the first ever art gallery on the Moon.Ms Baier commented on the partnership with Media.com:“I am literally over the moon to have been chosen to be the first Media.com profile. James and his team have developed an incredible platform that is critical to the safe evolution of humankind. Misinformation poses a significant threat to society and I am honoured to be part of the launch of Media.com as its inaugural member. I encourage every person and organization around the world to join the Media.com network.”Chantelle Baier’s <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://media.com/">Media.com</a> profile showcases her various achievements in categorize <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://media.com/">Media.com</a> describes as ‘Topics’. Ms Baier’s topics include her Jeff Koons project, her business 4SPACE, involvement as a board member of the National Space Society, and various educational programs she has developed for children, including at Elon Musks school, Ad Astra. &nbsp;

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“It’s been a rough year for Journalism.” Is this news? Opinion? Both? None of the above? Take our news literacy quiz at For the Record here: <a href="https://media.com/blog/think-you-understand-opinion-vs-news-take-this-quiz" class="editor_link__TEldu" dir="ltr">https://media.com/blog/think-you-understand-opinion-vs-news-take-this-quiz</a>

Oh dear - not good news for Blake Lively (again) 🙄 <a href="/search?search=%23news" type="hashtag">#news</a> 

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Reportedly, users can express whether they agree or disagree with certain comments by clicking the “dislike" button that will show up on both Feed posts and Reels.

I am against a 'dislike' button on any platform. It will only provide another form of online bullying. I also don't need to see if people dislike my content. They can just ignore it.

Many Instagram users have expressed their disapproval and said that the new feature can have a negative impact on a person’s mental health.

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New Zealand has announced plans to ban greyhound racing, citing an "unacceptably high" rate of injuries.

An injury report from the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission (GWIC), revealing a record number of serious injuries and 8 deaths in the July-September 2023 quarter, is deeply concerning. With 1,062 reported injuries, it is clear that the current safety measures in greyhound racing are inadequate.

Apart from New Zealand, commercial greyhound racing is allowed in Australia, Ireland, the UK and the US.

Countries like Australia should look to New Zealand's example, as the safety and well-being of these animals must come first.

The industry has long faced criticism, with some breeders accused of mistreating or doping the animals.

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