Laura Bratton

Laura Bratton is a technology journalist who covers the latest news and developments in the tech industry. Her articles focus on topics such as AI, machine learning, big data, and cybersecurity. She has a deep understanding of the impact of technology on businesses and individuals alike and strives to provide insightful analysis to her readers.

Biography:  https://qz.com/author/laura-bratton

73%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

88%

Examples:

  • The author tends to present information without a clear slant.
  • There are no instances of the author taking a position and presenting only facts that support it.

Conflicts of Interest

62%

Examples:

  • Article: Adobe is one of a few companies that pay contributors to submit content to train their AI models. Conflict of Interest: The company is now paying artists $120 to send them videos.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Article: Google is ditching a major privacy tool as it goes all-in on AI Contradiction: Google said people simply weren't using it
  • Article: SpaceX's Starship will try again after crashing and burning twice Contradiction: The spacecraft exploded during its first test flight last April.

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • Article: Could Apple be found liable if courts rule that OpenAI violated copyrights? Deception: The concern is that OpenAI is using writers' original content without compensation to train its AI models.
  • Article: SpaceX's Starship will try again after crashing and burning twice Deception: The author claims that SpaceX will launch a third test flight next week without providing any evidence to support this claim.

Recent Articles

Google's Imagen 3 Early Access and Amazon's Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Expansion: A Closer Look at Recent Tech Announcements

Google's Imagen 3 Early Access and Amazon's Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Expansion: A Closer Look at Recent Tech Announcements

Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 Google expands access to advanced text-to-image AI model Imagen 3 for Gemini Advanced users, while Amazon introduces cloud-enabled games on select Fire TV devices for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. Google also unveils upgrades for Vertex AI platform and larger context window for Gemini 1.5 Pro.
Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence: A New Standard for Personalized and Private AI Assistance

Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence: A New Standard for Personalized and Private AI Assistance

Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024 At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced Apple Intelligence: a personal intelligence system that combines generative models and user context to deliver relevant information using Apple silicon. This new AI innovation enhances Siri's capabilities, offers privacy-focused language and image generation, and sets a new standard for AI privacy.
Apple's IntelliPhones: Revolutionizing AI and Setting the Stage for Mainstream Adoption at WWDC 2023

Apple's IntelliPhones: Revolutionizing AI and Setting the Stage for Mainstream Adoption at WWDC 2023

Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 Apple, with its reputation for innovative products, is set to unveil new AI capabilities at WWDC on June 10, including virtual and augmented reality experiences and personal assistance on IntelliPhones. The integration of conversational AI is predicted to make these devices a desirable upgrade for users. Apple's rivals also invest in AI technology, but its seamless device integration may give it an edge in the market. WWDC anticipation has already boosted Apple's stock value.
Adobe's New Video Editing Features: Integrating Third-Party AI Models and the Ethical Implications

Adobe's New Video Editing Features: Integrating Third-Party AI Models and the Ethical Implications

Broke On: Monday, 15 April 2024 Adobe integrates third-party AI models like OpenAI's Pika and Sora into Premiere Pro for Object Addition & Removal and Generative Extend features, expanding user choice. Amidst industry trends of synthetic data generation, Adobe leverages its Firefly model while addressing potential risks such as data security, privacy, and ethical implications.
Google One VPN to be Discontinued Later this Year: What You Need to Know

Google One VPN to be Discontinued Later this Year: What You Need to Know

Broke On: Friday, 12 April 2024 Google One VPN, a virtual private network service offered by Google as part of its cloud storage subscription service, is being discontinued later this year due to low usage. Existing users will be directed to third-party VPN alternatives.
SpaceX's Third Starship Meets New Objectives: Opening Payload Door, Propellant Transfer Demonstration and More

SpaceX's Third Starship Meets New Objectives: Opening Payload Door, Propellant Transfer Demonstration and More

Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024 SpaceX prepares for third Starship test flight with ambitious objectives. The 400-foot-tall rocket aims to perform various tasks such as opening and closing its payload door, propellant transfer, re-lighting an engine in space and controlled reentry. SpaceX has invested billions of dollars into the project but faces challenges after two previous explosions during takeoff.