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AI Chatbots, App Stores, and Olympic Slips Dominate News

Super Bowl Commercials, App Store Regulations, and AI Medical Advice Dominate Headlines

In a week of diverse news, the Seattle Seahawks won Super Bowl 60, Apple and Google agreed to app store changes, and a study highlighted the risks of AI chatbots providing medical advice. These stories, along with developments in the Winter Olympics and a trial concerning social media addiction, captured the attention of news outlets worldwide.

Super Bowl 60 saw the Seattle Seahawks defeat the New England Patriots, but the game also provided a platform for advertisers. According to CBS News, the stakes were high, with 30 seconds of airtime costing as much as $10 million. Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management noted that the most effective commercials delivered an emotional or humorous impact while clearly conveying the product's value.

Meanwhile, the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, saw some challenges for Team USA. Fox News reported that the team faced difficulties in speedskating events, including a crash by Corinne Stoddard in the women's 500-meter short track speedskating heat.

In the technology sector, Apple and Google agreed to make changes to their app stores in the UK following an intervention from the UK markets regulator. BBC Technology reported that the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) stated the tech giants committed to not giving preferential treatment to their own apps and would be transparent about app approval processes. The CMA's head, Sarah Cardell, said the commitments "will boost the UK's app economy."

Also in the tech world, a trial began in California examining the mental health effects of Instagram and YouTube. BBC Technology reported that lawyers for Meta and YouTube were accused of creating "addiction machines." Mark Lanier, representing the plaintiff, argued that his client suffered from mental health issues due to social media addiction.

Finally, a study from the University of Oxford highlighted the potential dangers of AI chatbots providing medical advice. BBC Technology reported that the research found AI chatbots gave inaccurate and inconsistent responses, making it difficult for users to discern trustworthy advice. Dr. Rebecca Payne, lead medical practitioner on the study, stated that it could be "dangerous" for people to ask chatbots about their symptoms. A November 2025 poll by Mental Health UK found that over one in three UK residents were using AI for mental health or wellbeing support.

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