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☆ Apple Intelligence seems to have a ChatGPT-shaped problem in China
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Hasan Chowdhury | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Apple is betting its future on Apple Intelligence. Apple may have a problem offering these services in China, its second-biggest iPhone market. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementIf there's one place Tim Cook could do with Apple Intelligence being a real hit, it's China. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: —, Tim Cook Organizations: Apple, Apple Intelligence, Service, Business Locations: China, iPhones

☆ CNBC Daily Open: Le Pen's 28-year old protégé
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Abid Ali | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. China holds rates, stocks dipMarkets in the Asia-Pacific region were trading mostly lower after the People's Bank of China held interest rates unchanged. Russia-North Korea partnershipRussia and North Korea signed a "comprehensive strategic partnership" deal on Wednesday, including a mutual defense pact, during President Vladimir Putin's first state visit to North Korea in 24 years. Musk clarifies remarksElon Musk attempted to clarify his controversial remarks after advertisers threatened to leave X. Musk previously told advertisers to "go f--- yourself."

Persons: Hai Precision Industry —, Foxconn —, Australia's, Guzman Y Gomez, Vladimir Putin's, Putin, Kim Jong Un, CNBC's Holly Ellyatt, Elon Musk, Musk, Goldman Sachs Organizations: New York Stock Exchange, CNBC, People's Bank of China, CSI, Hai Precision Industry, Nikkei, of England, Cannes Lions Locations: New York City, China, Asia, Pacific, Seng, Taiwan, Russia, North Korea, Ukraine, Cannes, France, Europe

☆ Instagram and TikTok are chasing after 'close friends' as the social web goes private
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Sydney Bradley | Dan Whateley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewThere's a new app that promises to connect you with your closest friends — only this time, it's coming from TikTok. The app, dubbed Whee, pitches itself as a platform to "keep you connected with your close friends through life's spontaneous moments." Whee's arrival on the charts — it's 27th among social-networking apps in Apple's App Store, outranking Skype and Signal — comes as Instagram is also leaning into features for close friends. After spending years leaning into influencer content, to the chagrin of some users, the big social platforms are betting big on close friends. But as the platforms prioritized creator-made content, like on Instagram reels, everyday users' content seemed to take a back seat.

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☆ Milan men’s fashion week: Sun, sea and short shorts
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Scarlett Conlon | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

Milan CNN —There are few things more synonymous with Italy in spring and summer than its beaches. Pines, agaves, the scents of salt and resin were inspiration for designer Massimo Giorgetti at MSGM as the label celebrated their 15th anniversary. “This collection speaks of encounters — ‘icontri’ — between the city and the beach and among people who love life,” said Napoli-born De Sarno. Actor Paul Mescal — a known fan of the short short — was sat front row at the Gucci Men's Spring-Summer 2025 show. A theme of reflective team spirit prevailed in sporty collegiate silhouettes featuring the Fendi crest comprising a squirrel, the Fendi stripe, and a Roman God.

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☆ Ken Griffin is betting big on Miami
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Paul Squire | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Billionaire Ken Griffin is doubling down on Miami. The Citadel boss is expanding its new office in the city's financial district, CoStar News reported. Griffin has pumped millions of dollars into Florida since moving his company from Chicago in 2022. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . The new Citadel office at 830 Brickell in the middle of Miami's financial district will now feature eight floors, CoStar reported.

Persons: Ken Griffin, Griffin, —, Adrian Smith, Gordon Gill Organizations: Citadel, News, Service, Gordon Gill Architecture, OKO Group, Business Locations: Miami, Florida, Chicago, Gordon Gill Architecture Dubai

☆ Bank of America likes this new AI play from the auto sector
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Sean Conlon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Before a multiyear adoption cycle for artificial intelligence -enabled dashcam technology takes hold, investors should watch a key software stock in the automotive industry , according to Bank of America. " Samsara (IOT) is revolutionizing roadway safety," analyst Matt Bullock wrote in a Thursday note. Bullock thinks Samsara's new offerings may move the needle for the company's growth in the long term. "They also have smaller R & D budgets and install-bases from which to collect data and improve AI models," Bullock added. "Because of this, we expect Samsara to remain on the cutting edge of the video-based safety software market."

Persons: Matt Bullock, Bullock, there's Organizations: Bank of America

☆ I'm an interior designer. I redid my bathroom for $13,000 — but I still have 4 major regrets.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Mina Lisanin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I spent months planning and $13,000 to renovate my bathroom last spring and although it's gorgeous, I have four big regrets. AdvertisementThe built-in shower niche looks good but isn't practicalBuilt-in shower niches can look chic. Mina LisaninI was excited about incorporating a built-in shower niche into my bathroom. AdvertisementThe single glass shower panel is beautiful but impracticalThe glass panel can be annoying to clean. Mina LisaninThe single glass shower panel was another choice that appealed to my design sensibilities.

Persons: —, I've, Mina Lisanin, it's Organizations: Service, Business, Ikea Locations: New York City, Maxx

☆ 102-year-old Holocaust survivor is Vogue Germany’s cover star
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Lianne Kolirin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —A 102-year-old Holocaust survivor whose family was murdered at Auschwitz is the cover star for the July/August edition of Vogue Germany. In her interview with Vogue Germany, Friedländer said: “I am grateful. To many she is known as a Holocaust survivor. Friedländer told Vogue Germany that she was “appalled” by the growth of right-wing populism and the rise of antisemitic attacks. That this never comes to happen again.”Although more than 100 years old, Friedländer is not Vogue’s oldest cover model.

Persons: Margot Friedländer, née Bendheim, Friedländer, Ralph, ” Friedländer, ”, “, they’d, Kerstin Weng, Mark Peckmezian, Weng, ’ Friedländer, Adolf, Apo, Maria Oggay Organizations: CNN, Vogue Germany, Berlin’s Jewish, Gestapo, Nazi, Vogue, Federal Locations: Auschwitz, Berlin, Theresienstadt, Czechoslovakia, Nazi Germany, “, New York, Vogue Philippines

CNN —Nintendo has dropped a fresh surprise for fans – a new Zelda title where gamers will finally be able to play the titular princess from the legendary fantasy series. The new game, “The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom,” will release on the Switch console on September 26, according to a statement from Nintendo. The many iterations of the games usually revolve around the heroic elf Link, who spends most of his adventures trying to save Princess Zelda who, more often than not, has been kidnapped or mysteriously disappeared. Now it’s up to Princess Zelda to step into the protagonist’s role,” Eiji Aonuma, producer of the Zelda series, said in a video released by Nintendo. The release of a new Zelda game is the second surprise announcement Nintendo has dropped in recent weeks.

Persons: –, Zelda, ”, Princess Zelda, ” Eiji Aonuma, Shuntaro Furukawa Organizations: CNN, Nintendo, ” Nintendo

☆ Putin arrives in Vietnam as Russia seeks support in face of Western isolation
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-19 | by ( Helen Regan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

Considered a pariah by the West, Putin is looking to boost economic ties with friendly countries and show that Western isolation is not having an impact. Vietnam was among several Southeast Asian countries that abstained from joining a global summit on Ukraine in Switzerland last week. Last week, Vietnam sent a delegation led by its Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs to attend the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Summit in Russia. Analysts say Russia is likely to get more out of the visit than Vietnam, and Hanoi may even suffer reputational damage by hosting Putin following his trip to North Korea. “If no substantive deals are made, the visit will mainly be symbolic and a means for Putin and Russia to show the world that Western sanctions against Russia are not working,” said Le.

Persons: Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong, Putin, Nguyen Phu Trong, Lam, Minh, Yury Ushakov, Xi Jinping, Joe Biden, ”, Le Hong Hiep, – Yusof, Le, ” Putin, Xi, –, John Kirby, Anwar Ibrahim Organizations: CNN, West, US, Reuters, Communist Party General, Vietnam’s, Vietnam News Agency, ” TASS, TASS, ”, Vietnam Studies, International Criminal Court, ICC, United Arab, Foreign Ministry, Foreign Affairs, ’ Summit, Analysts, Putin Locations: Hanoi, North Korea, Ukraine, Vietnam, Moscow, United States, China, Russia, Pyongyang, Russian, Soviet, India, US, South China, Switzerland, Beijing, Kazan, Iran, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Egypt, Malaysia, BRICS, “

☆ My family's been on over 30 cruises. I hate upcharges, but these 6 things are actually worth paying extra for.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-19 | by ( Amanda Adler | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Things like Broadway-style shows, multicourse meals, buffets, pool access, and onboard activities are built into the price of a typical sailing. I'm also willing to pay a little more to select a cabin far away from elevators and loud entertainment venues. Room service offers a level of convenience that makes the delivery fee palatableAlthough some room service options remain complimentary, many now come with an extra fee. However, room service often comes with an additional fee. AdvertisementNonetheless, I'm happy to spend extra on premium cocktails, wine-tasting sessions with the onboard sommelier, and other unique drink experiences.

Persons: —, who's, I've, I'm, Amanda Adler, Amanda Adler I'm Organizations: Service, Forbes, Business, Disney Locations: Havana, Norwegian, Alaska, Italy

☆ Advertising is now a 'meritocracy' in the wake of social media, Resy co-founder Gary Vaynerchuk says
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-19 | by ( Jenni Reid | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Social media algorithms have led to a more meritocratic advertising landscape that the industry has been slow to catch up with, according to VaynerMedia CEO Gary Vaynerchuk. "The social media I grew up with... it was more like email marketing," the agency executive told CNBC's Tania Bryer at the Cannes Lions festival, a major fixture in the advertising world's calendar. Vaynerchuk co-founded restaurant booking platform Resy and was an early investor in the X social media platform, formerly known as Twitter. "Now we live in a world of social media over the last two, three years, five years, where the AI algorithms that give you the For You page, the content is finding the audience." "For You" is a feature of Chinese-owned social media app TikTok which serves a scrollable stream of videos based on trending content and on users' past usage of the app.

Persons: Gary Vaynerchuk, CNBC's Tania Bryer, Vaynerchuk Organizations: Cannes Lions

☆ An AI mayor? OpenAI shuts down tools for AI political candidates
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-19 | by ( Samantha Murphy Kelly | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

AI has “helped me in my life personally … such as helping me with my resume,” Miller told CNN. I really want to see that happen.”On Tuesday, however, OpenAI told CNN it shut down Miller’s access to the tool that was being used to interact with and persuade voters. “We’ve taken action against these uses of our technology for violating our policies against political campaigning,” an OpenAI spokesperson told CNN. Although the public-facing version of VIC has been removed by OpenAI, Miller said it still works on his own ChatGPT account. OpenAI told CNN it also took action against another candidate in the UK who was using its AI models to help campaign for Parliament.

Persons: CNN — Victor Miller, ”, ” Miller, “, OpenAI, “ We’ve, Chuck Gray, ” Gray, Miller, Gray, Steve Endacott, Steve, Endacott, Jen Golbeck, Golbeck, ” David Karpf, ” Karpf, doesn’t Organizations: CNN, Cheyenne, Neural, College of Information Sciences, University of Maryland, George Washington University Locations: Cheyenne , Wyoming, Wyoming, “ Wyoming, Cheyenne, Slovakia

☆ I run a 7-figure online business and half my sales come from TikTok. Here's how I'm preparing for the worst if the app gets banned.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-19 | by ( Krista Krumina | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Read previewThis as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Mason Kuhr, a 25-year-old business owner living in the US, about the potential TikTok ban. I'm skeptical about a TikTok ban in the US. But if it were to happen, I estimate that my $3.8 million business would be cut by half. Last year, I made $3.8 million in sales, with a third from TikTokMy company's revenue is evenly split between TikTok Shop, Amazon, and Shopify store sales. If you're freaking out about the TikTok ban, I'd suggest you choose a back-up platform and start to make yourself familiar with its users.

Persons: —, Mason Kuhr, I've, I'd, TikTok, doesn't, They've, I'm Organizations: Service, Business, The Stampede Network, TikTok, Stampede, YouTube

☆ Matthew Briggs made his English Premier League debut at 16. 11 years later, he was left feeling suicidal
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-19 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

That “surreal moment” seemingly was the start of an exciting career in the game – Briggs was once tipped as a future England captain. In the year when he walked away from soccer, Briggs moved in with his uncle. For the first time in his life, Briggs learned how to deal with the feelings he had struggled with for years. Briggs playing for England in the Under-20 World Cup in 2009. Thousands of young players are fed into the academy system every year, with only a tiny percentage ever making it.

Persons: CNN — Matthews Briggs, – Briggs, ” Briggs, “, ‘, ’, Briggs, ”, Middlesborough, Wayne Rooney, Lee Smith, I’m, Joe Giddens, Matthew Briggs, –, I’ve, Alex Livesey, “ I’ve, that’s, it’s, Matthew Ashton, ” Neil Saunders, Briggs leant, Harvey Elliot, Arsenal’s Ethan Nwaneri, Elliot Organizations: International Association for Suicide Prevention, Befrienders Worldwide, CNN, English Premier League, Fulham, CNN Sport, Fulham’s, Arsenal, Premier League, Professional Footballers Association, England, Guyana’s CONCACAF, FIFA, US, Danish, HB Køge, Guyana, CONCACAF, Panama, Academy, PFA –, PFA, Liverpool Locations: England, Dubai, “, Guyana, Panama, Trinidad & Tobago

Elisa Marshall and Benjamin Sormonte didn't want to be overly ambitious when launching a business in New York in 2014. Some items feature "a fun twist," Marshall says: The salted chocolate cookie sandwich with white chocolate ganache resembles a fancier, French version of an Oreo. Sormonte and Marshall didn't know how much launching a cafe in New York would cost, and ended up spending $250,000. The praise brought in waves of customers, and Maman brought in roughly $2 million in revenue during its first full year. And it was great," Marshall says, adding: "Next thing you know, we're the hottest cookie in New York."

Persons: Elisa Marshall, Benjamin Sormonte didn't, Marshall, Oprah Winfrey, Sormonte, — Marshall, childhoods, Armand Arnal —, Sormonte's, Marshall didn't, Maman Organizations: CNBC, Michelin Locations: New York, SoHo, Toronto, France, Montreal, Ibiza, Spain, New, Tribeca

☆ Cristiano Ronaldo breaks another record as Portugal come from behind to stun Czech Republic at Euro 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-18 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Cristiano Ronaldo made history by becoming the first player to feature in six European Championships as Portugal came from behind to beat Czech Republic 2-1 in Leipzig at Euro 2024 on Tuesday. The 39-year-old made his tournament debut back in 2004, when host Portugal was beaten by Greece in the final. Despite Portugal dominating proceedings, it was Czech Republic which scored first, courtesy of Lukáš Provod’s fantastic long-range effort in the 62nd minute. Czech Republic goalkeeper Jindřich Staněk failed to deal with a simple cross and parried it against his own defender, with the ball bouncing off Robin Hranáč into the goal. At 41 and 113 days, defender Pepe became the oldest player to feature at a European Championships.

Persons: CNN — Cristiano Ronaldo, Nassr – Ronaldo, Roberto Martinez, Diogo Jota, Ronaldo, Francisco Conceição, Lukáš, Jindřich Staněk, Robin Hranáč, he’s, Ronaldo wasn’t, Pepe Organizations: CNN, Czech, Saudi, European, Georgia Locations: Portugal, Czech Republic, Leipzig, Greece, Europe’s, Saudi Arabian, Germany, Turkey

As the festival draws near, there are still a few avenues for how to buy HARD Summer Musical Festival 2024 tickets. We've got you covered if you're looking for how to get tickets for HARD Summer Music Festival 2024. Hard Summer Music Festival 2024 scheduleThere are three general ticket options for the 2024 HARD Summer Music Festival. How much are Hard Summer Music Festival tickets? The festival website also offers tickets for shuttles to the 2024 HARD Summer Music Festival, with prices for this feature beginning at $62.05.

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☆ NASA is putting an 'artificial star' in orbit around Earth
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-18 | by ( Jessica Orwig | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

NASA recently approved the $19.5 million Landolt Space Mission to launch the mini satellite into Earth's orbit. AdvertisementA revolutionary new tool for astronomersLandolt, which is about the size of a bread box, is designed to fire lasers at observatories on Earth to help astronomers study the stars. Related storiesWhat makes this "artificial star" better than a real one is that astronomers will know exactly how much light it's emitting. Landolt can help astronomers catch minute details they've otherwise been missing in the data. How Landolt could revolutionize astronomyAstronomers are excited that Landolt could help them find more Earth-like exoplanets that might harbor life.

Persons: —, Tyler Richey, Eliad Peretz, unquote, Richey, Arlo Landolt, Yowell Organizations: Service, Business, NASA, Lowell Observatory, Yowell Locations: Richey

☆ Social media has gotten so bad that America's top doctor is intervening
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-18 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

In today's big story, we're looking at the surgeon general suggesting warning labels for social media . The big storyA solution for socialsAnna Moneymaker/Getty Images; Chesnot/Getty Images; Chelsea Jia Feng/BISocial media has gotten so bad that the country's top doctor is intervening. AdvertisementIn his piece, Murthy said social media is a key culprit of the mental health crisis young people are facing. Generative AI adds more fuel to the misinformation fire social media platforms have been battling for years. Many of them are making fast use of social media platforms like TikTok and investing heavily in AI.

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☆ Ralph Lauren designs Team USA’s uniforms for the 2024 Olympics
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-18 | by ( Alex Rees | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

I think that Ralph Lauren is able to understand that ethos and bring it to life,” Lauren continued. "Team USA uniforms celebrate classic styles that are made to be loved and endure for generations," Ralph Lauren said in a statement of the label's new designs — like the single-breasted blazers athletes will wear to the opening ceremony on July 26. For this occasion, Ralph Lauren designed a racecar-style jacket with USA patch detailing, a a classic striped polo and crisp white jeans. Richard Phibbs/Courtesy Ralph LaurenGymnast Shilese Jones — one of Ralph Lauren's brand ambassadors at the 2024 Games — is pictured in the closing ceremony look. John Guerrero/Courtesy Ralph Lauren

Persons: Ralph Lauren, athleisure, “, ” David Lauren, Ralph Lauren’s, ”, ” Lauren, Richard Phibbs, Ralph Lauren Four, Katie Ledecky, Steven Pan, Kamren Larsen, Ralph Lauren Denim, Jamal Hill, Daryl Homer, Shilese Jones, Ralph Lauren's, “ Ralph Lauren, ” Sarah Hirshland, ” Kiteboarder Daniela Moroz, John Guerrero Organizations: CNN, USA, Olympic, Team USA, ”, ’, Paralympic, Paris Games Locations: Paris, ”, America

☆ Scientists finally think they know why giraffe necks are so long
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-17 | by ( Jessica Orwig | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

In the 19th century, Charles Darwin and Jean Baptiste Lamarck suggested that giraffes evolved long necks to help them snatch leaves on trees. A later theory usurped Darwin and Lamarck's, suggesting that male giraffes evolved long necks to fight and compete for female mates. "I realized that the important question was, 'Do males have proportionally longer necks compared to the rest of their body?'" Cavener said this may be the first study to suggest that females, not males, are the reason for giraffes' long necks. That's important not only for understanding giraffe evolution but how male and female giraffes behave differently, which could help with conservation efforts.

Persons: —, Charles Darwin, Jean Baptiste Lamarck, Darwin, Lamarck, Douglas Cavener, wasn't, Cavener, Art Wolfe, Zoe Raw, Raw Organizations: Service, Business, Biology, Penn State, International Union for Conservation Locations: Tanzania, Kenya, East Africa, Darwin, bushmeat

☆ Apple appears to be laying the groundwork for a new moneymaking iPhone feature
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-17 | by ( Dominick Reuter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Apple's new iOS 18 will make iPhone 14s and later models less reliant on WiFi and cell connectivity. The company is expanding an emergency satellite-messaging feature introduced with the iPhone 14. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementSeveral of Apple's iOS 18 software features will make the iPhone 14 and later models less reliant on WiFi and cellular connectivity — and could even make the company less reliant on iPhone sales. The company is expanding an emergency-messaging feature, introduced with the iPhone 14, that enables devices to contact first responders via satellite.

Persons: — Organizations: Apple, Service, Business

☆ CNBC Daily Open: Nasdaq record, $25 trillion Tesla?
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-17 | by ( Abid Ali | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. Nasdaq recordThe Nasdaq Composite hit its fifth consecutive record close, while the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average saw slight declines. Consumer sentiment dropped in June, but hopes for cooling inflation boosted the S&P 500 and Nasdaq by 1.6% and 3.2% respectively for the week. Caterpillar and Boeing dragged down the Dow, while Carnival and Norwegian Cruise Line were the biggest laggards on the S&P 500. Tempus AI debutTempus AI, an AI-driven health-care diagnostics company, rose as much as 15% in its Nasdaq stock market debut.

Persons: Elon Musk, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Fatih Aktas, Pavan Davuluri, Eric Lefkofsky, Adobe, Shantanu Narayen, Pope Francis Organizations: Turkish, United Nations, UN, Anadolu Agency, Getty, CNBC, Nasdaq, Dow Jones, Caterpillar, Boeing, Dow, Cruise Line, Microsoft, Windows, Google, China, Seven, JPMorgan Locations: New York, United States, Carnival, Russia

☆ TikTok is getting into the murky business of AI-generated influencer ads
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-17 | by ( Dan Whateley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewTikTok is rolling out a tool that will allow brands to use AI-generated avatars of real people in ads on the platform. In a demonstration in the announcement post, the company showcased a reel of AI-generated avatars built from apparent TikTok creators who explain why they'll benefit from an AI tool that uses their likenesses. "If this is something that caught on, I'd be very scared for the future of my business," micro influencer Kristen Bousquet told Business Insider in May. TikTok isn't the only Big Tech platform experimenting with AI-generated avatars.

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