Alexandra Cole

Discord to Require Age Verification for Accessing Adult Content Starting in March

Discord will implement a new safety update requiring all users to verify their age to access adult content and age-gated spaces. Users will need to go through a one-time verification process to unlock these features, with options including submitting a government ID or taking a selfie video for age estimation. The changes aim to enhance child safety on the platform and will roll out globally in early March.

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EU threatens Meta with interim measures over antitrust violations on WhatsApp AI access

The EU is considering taking action against Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, for allegedly violating antitrust laws by blocking third-party AI assistants from operating on WhatsApp. This move could have significant implications for competition in the AI assistant market in Europe, with Meta facing the possibility of interim measures to preserve access for competitors while the investigation unfolds.

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Michael Douglas confronts harsh critique from Wall Street director, shedding light on actors’ vulnerability in the industry

Michael Douglas reveals a brutal note he received from the director of ‘Wall Street,’ highlighting the intense scrutiny actors face in the entertainment industry. This candid moment sheds light on the vulnerability and pressure experienced by performers, sparking conversations about the challenges of maintaining a career in Hollywood.

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