Morning Brew Daily What Happens If the Government Shuts Down? & Amazon's AI Author Crackdown
Sep 21, 2023
The looming government shutdown could drastically affect federal services and workers, sparking discussions on its potential impact. Meanwhile, Fortnite faces a hefty settlement with the FTC over deceptive practices. Amazon's crackdown on AI authors raises questions about authenticity and legalities in self-publishing. Additionally, celebrities are increasingly opting for full body MRIs for early disease detection, igniting debates within the medical community. Lastly, Bob Ross's artwork continues to inspire a cultural resurgence, provoking thoughts on the value of his pieces.
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Government Shutdown Looms
- The U.S. government is nearing a potential shutdown due to disagreements on a spending bill.
- This could lead to federal worker furloughs, national park closures, and disruptions to government programs.
Fortnite Refunds
- Fortnite's creator, Epic Games, will pay $245 million in refunds for deceptive design practices.
- These "dark patterns" tricked players into making unwanted purchases.
AI Copyright Concerns
- Authors like John Grisham are suing OpenAI for using their books to train AI models without permission.
- Amazon is also limiting self-published books to three per day to combat AI-generated content.