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Coverage of bots in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Apr 7 · 17:59 UTCMost recent: Jul 2 · 17:01 UTC
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  • BUSINESSJul 2 · 17:01 UTCEAST BAY EXPRESS
    Top 7 Best Sites to Buy Instagram Followers & Likes (Most Popular)

    The article lists the top 7 sites for buying Instagram followers and likes, emphasizing the importance of avoiding providers that risk account flagging or deliver bots. It is contributed by Social Boosting and highlights strategies to maintain engagement without compromising account integrity.

  • BUSINESSJul 2 · 12:47 UTCCNBC TOP
    Most prediction market contracts have low volume, leaving users exposed to volatility and bots

    Prediction market volume has grown exponentially, but most contracts remain below $10,000 in volume, exposing users to volatility and bot activity.

  • TECHNOLOGYJun 30 · 06:11 UTCTHE REGISTER
    Microsoft builds a bouncer to keep bots out of Teams meetings

    Microsoft has introduced a system to prevent unauthorized bots from joining Teams meetings by requiring human approval for bot entry. The technology uses behavioral and infrastructure signals to distinguish bots from humans, with plans to allow registered bots from verified developers to join meetings automatically.

  • SECURITYJun 24 · 05:44 UTCR/SCAMS
    [AUS] Can not for the life of me figure out if this is a scam or not

    A music creator under a solo project questions whether random listens and engagement on their work are genuine or part of a scam, given concerns about bots and AI exploitation. They express uncertainty about the intent behind someone's attention despite having 1k followers and publicly available content.

  • TECHNOLOGYJun 20 · 17:52 UTCHACKER NEWS
    Ask HN: Due to spam on GitHub, what platforms can I move my projects?

    A user reports receiving excessive spam pull requests and inflated stars on GitHub, primarily from bots and 'vibe coders' aiming to boost profiles. They seek alternative platforms for hosting projects.

  • TECHNOLOGYJun 6 · 21:46 UTCWASHINGTON TIMES
    Internet traffic from AI agents and other bots now surpasses that of people

    Internet traffic from AI agents and other bots now exceeds traffic generated by humans, as reported by a Cloudflare executive. The claim highlights a shift in web traffic dynamics driven by automated systems.

  • TECHNOLOGYMay 30 · 11:00 UTCTHE ATLANTIC
    A Crisis of Agency

    The article discusses the concept of 'the Inversion,' where AI bots now outnumber humans online, eroding trust in digital reality. Autonomous AI agents perform tasks like writing, creating media, and managing transactions, blurring lines between human and machine output. This shift has intensified cultural paranoia about manipulation and contributed to a 'crisis of agency' as humans feel disempowered by AI's growing dominance.

  • TECHNOLOGYMay 3 · 13:32 UTCHACKER NEWS
    I rebuilt my blog's cache. Bots are the audience now

    The author rebuilt their blog's cache and discusses how bots have become the primary audience, impacting website traffic and performance.

  • TECHNOLOGYApr 30 · 12:48 UTCTHE ECONOMIST
    AI and the danger of cognitive surrender

    The article discusses the risks of over-relying on AI for decision-making, particularly in managerial roles, raising concerns about 'cognitive surrender' when humans delegate critical thinking to automated systems.

  • BUSINESSApr 28 · 13:40 UTCR/CRYPTOCURRENCY
    Best crypto arbitrage tools in 2026?

    The article discusses the challenges of crypto arbitrage in 2026, emphasizing the importance of speed, automation, and managing fees and slippage. Profits are small, requiring consistency, and competition has increased, reducing opportunity longevity.

  • BUSINESSApr 23 · 12:27 UTCCBS NEWS
    How LA28 Olympics ticket prices could be driven by bots, brokers and a big bill for the Summer Games

    The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles are facing steep ticket prices driven by bots, brokers, and rising costs, raising concerns about affordability compared to past Olympic Games.

  • TECHNOLOGYApr 17 · 17:50 UTCCOINDESK
    Sam Altman’s World project launches major upgrade to fight deepfakes and bots

    Sam Altman's World project has launched a major upgrade aimed at combating deepfakes and bots. The update introduces advanced tools to enhance digital authenticity and security.

  • TECHNOLOGYApr 14 · 18:55 UTC
    are we basically accepting that DAOs will be run by bots soon?

    The article discusses concerns about botting in DAO governance, highlighting the failure of software solutions to combat AI-driven sybil attacks and the tension between privacy and decentralization. It explores potential solutions like zero-knowledge proofs and hardware anchors to verify human participants without compromising privacy.

  • SECURITYApr 7 · 17:59 UTCTHE REGISTER
    US cybercrime losses pass $20B for first time as AI boosts online fraud

    The article reports that US cybercrime losses reached a record $20.87 billion in 2025, driven by AI-enhanced scams and the use of bots. The FBI highlighted the role of AI in scaling fraudulent activities, marking a significant rise in cybercrime losses.

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