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ByteDance / Wikimedia (Public domain)Elon Musk Launches Verified Accounts on TikTok and Instagram; Blue Origin Prepares New Glenn for Third Test Flight
A verified @elonmusk account appeared on TikTok and Instagram, according to The New York Times. Elon Musk replied to Jeff Bezos's post about Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket on X. Blue Origin continues preparations for the rocket's third test flight.
NewsweekUS President Posts and Deletes AI-Generated Image Depicting Himself as Jesus Amid Feud with Pope
The US president shared an AI-generated image on social media showing himself in a Jesus-like pose, which he later deleted. The post followed criticism of the pope over foreign policy and the ongoing Iran war. Backlash emerged from conservative supporters who described the image…
Shirlyvalt / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Tiger Global Management Invests in PopUp Bagels at $300 Million Valuation
Tiger Global Management led a funding round for PopUp Bagels, valuing the viral bagel chain at $300 million. The investment highlights investor interest in social media-driven food brands. The chain, founded in 2020, plans to expand to 300 U.S. locations.
Quintin Soloviev / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)JFK Airport Worker Gains Social Media Following as Long Island Wing Scout
A power plant worker at JFK Airport has built a social media presence reviewing buffalo wings under the name Wing Scout. His Instagram page, which follows strict rules against boneless wings and ranch dressing, has over 7,000 followers. Restaurants report increased sales followin…