A key U.S. hurricane evacuation tool faces shutdown due to a federal contract lapse, while an AI artist nets millions, and film studios adopt fan-edited videos for marketing.
Hurricane Evacuation Tool at Risk
Meteorologists and emergency planners will lose access to a critical hurricane forecasting and evacuation tool after a federal contract expired. This tool is vital for decisions like ordering evacuations during storms.
Savannah Guthrie on Mother's Disappearance
In her first interview, "Today" host Savannah Guthrie said she believes her 84-year-old mother may have been abducted for ransom due to Guthrie's fame. She shared her grief and guilt over the incident.
CNN Exposes International Abuse Network
A CNN As Equals investigation uncovered a vast online network where men coach others on drugging and raping partners and share abuse videos. The full report is on CNN All Access.
AI Artist Botto Scores Commercial Success
Botto, an algorithm-driven AI artist, has earned millions from surreal, emotion-based artworks shaped by community votes. Its pieces are displayed at Asia's largest art fair.
Studios Embrace Fan Edits for Gen Z
Movie studios are hiring young editors to create fan-made vertical videos, shifting marketing to target Gen Z as attention moves from big screens to mobile content.
Robot Rentals Rise in China
Humanoid robots in China are rented for various activities, including:
- Working jobs
- Playing sports
- Marriage proposals
This trend shows rentals outpacing purchases for most consumers.
