Image source: The Motley Fool. Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5 p.m. ET CALL PARTICIPANTS Chief Executive Officer — Thane Wettig Chief Financial Officer — David DeLucia Vice President of Product Development — Carol Gaddum Need a quote from a Motley Fool analyst? Email [email protected] TAKEAWAYS Revenue -- $1.3 million for the quarter and $6.4 million for the year, decreasing from $3.1 million and $29....
Image source: The Motley Fool. Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5 p.m. ET CALL PARTICIPANTS Chief Executive Officer — Thane Wettig Chief Financial Officer — David DeLucia Vice President of Product Development — Carol Gaddum Need a quote from a Motley Fool analyst? Email [email protected] TAKEAWAYS Revenue -- $1.3 million for the quarter and $6.4 million for the year, decreasing from $3.1 million and $29.6 million, respectively, in the prior year. -- $1.3 million for the quarter and $6.4 million for the year, decreasing from $3.1 million and $29.6 million, respectively, in the prior year. Operating Costs and Expenses -- $14.8 million for the quarter and $52.3 million for the year, with the annual amount showing a substantial reduction from $180 million in the prior year, while the quarterly figure increased from $10.3 million in the previous period. -- $14.8 million for the quarter and $52.3 million for the year, with the annual amount showing a substantial reduction from $180 million in the prior year, while the quarterly figure increased from $10.3 million in the previous period. R&D Expenses -- $7.3 million for the quarter and $23.5 million for the year, down from $6.9 million and $95.7 million, respectively, in the prior year. -- $7.3 million for the quarter and $23.5 million for the year, down from $6.9 million and $95.7 million, respectively, in the prior year. SG&A Expenses -- $7.3 million for the quarter and $27.7 million for the year, compared to $8.3 million and $49.3 million, respectively, previously. -- $7.3 million for the quarter and $27.7 million for the year, compared to $8.3 million and $49.3 million, respectively, previously. Net Loss from Continuing Operations -- $14.6 million for the quarter ($3.61 per share) and $58.2 million for the year ($14.40 per share), versus $8.7 million ($2.15 per share) and $153.1 million ($38.26 per share), respectively, in the prior periods. -- $14.6 million for the quarter ($3.61 per share) and $58.2 million for the year ($1...
Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) recently revealed its much-anticipated R2 SUV platform, setting up the company for its next leg of growth. The company has made strong inroads into the luxury electric vehicle (EV) SUV market with its R1 SUV, which, in some trims, can cost upwards of $100,000. That's obviously a somewhat limited market, and so with its cheaper R2 vehicles, it is looking to broaden its reach. ...
Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) recently revealed its much-anticipated R2 SUV platform, setting up the company for its next leg of growth. The company has made strong inroads into the luxury electric vehicle (EV) SUV market with its R1 SUV, which, in some trims, can cost upwards of $100,000. That's obviously a somewhat limited market, and so with its cheaper R2 vehicles, it is looking to broaden its reach. The company will start selling its R2 performance all-wheel drive (AWD) model with its launch package this spring at a cost of $57,990. Its $45,000 rear-wheel drive (RWD) base model will come out in late 2027. Rivian will also offer a premium AWD drive version for $53,990 and a long-range standard RWD for $48,490. The R2 has thus far gotten rave reviews from the media; however, investors seem a little disappointed that its cheaper base model is still further off. The company has long been hyping a $45,000 starting price for the R2, despite the significant tariff headwinds that have popped up in the interim. Rivian also won't have the luxury of the $7,500 federal EV credit, which went away last fall. However, it is still expecting big sales this year. Continue reading
Catalyst Funds CIO David Miller and Lopez Research founder Maribel Lopez comes on Asking for a Trend to discuss further takeaways from Nvidia's (NVDA) GTC 2026 event coming off of CEO Jensen Huang's keynote address on Monday.
Catalyst Funds CIO David Miller and Lopez Research founder Maribel Lopez comes on Asking for a Trend to discuss further takeaways from Nvidia's (NVDA) GTC 2026 event coming off of CEO Jensen Huang's keynote address on Monday.
Heather Diehl/Getty Images News A Massachusetts federal judge on Monday blocked major changes in recommendations for childhood vaccinations agreed upon by HHS under the leadership of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Judge Brian Murphy issued a preliminary injunction staying a January memorandum changing guidelines. That document cut t he number of diseases to be prevented by routine vaccines to 11 ...
Heather Diehl/Getty Images News A Massachusetts federal judge on Monday blocked major changes in recommendations for childhood vaccinations agreed upon by HHS under the leadership of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Judge Brian Murphy issued a preliminary injunction staying a January memorandum changing guidelines. That document cut t he number of diseases to be prevented by routine vaccines to 11 from 17. In addition, he stayed the appointments of 13 new Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices members in June and September of 2025 and in January of this year. All votes taken by the new members have been stayed. Murphy's order castigated the Trump administration, noting that "there is a method to how these [vaccine recommendations] historically have been made—a method scientific in nature and codified into law through procedural requirements. "Unfortunately, the Government has disregarded those methods and thereby undermined the integrity of its actions. First, the Government bypassed ACIP to change the immunization schedules, which is both a technical, procedural failure itself and a strong indication of something more fundamentally problematic: an abandonment of the technical knowledge and expertise embodied by that committee," he wrote . "Second, the Government removed all duly appointed members of ACIP and summarily replaced them without undertaking any of the rigorous screening that had been the hallmark of ACIP member selection for decades. "Again, this procedural failure highlights the very reasons why procedures exist and raises a substantial likelihood that the newly appointed ACIP fails to comport with governing law." Plaintiffs in the case, a coalition of medical societies and public health organizations, had argued that HHS' actions under RFK Jr. constituted violations of the F ederal Advisory Committee Act, which Murphy on several occasions appeared to agree with. " This injunction underscores the need for using science in public health decision-mak...
Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin discusses global expansion opportunities, reaching an 'underserved' MMA community, and potential platform partners. He talks with Romaine Bostick and Bailey Lipschultz on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin discusses global expansion opportunities, reaching an 'underserved' MMA community, and potential platform partners. He talks with Romaine Bostick and Bailey Lipschultz on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin discusses global expansion opportunities, reaching an 'underserved' MMA community, and potential platform partners. He talks with Romaine Bostick and Bailey Lipschultz on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
Professional Fighters League CEO John Martin discusses global expansion opportunities, reaching an 'underserved' MMA community, and potential platform partners. He talks with Romaine Bostick and Bailey Lipschultz on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
古巴4個月三度全國大停電 特朗普揚言接管 據報美要求迪亞斯卡內爾下台 To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video 【有線新聞】古巴全國大停電，是近月以來第三次。美國總統特朗普形容古巴處於虛弱狀態，相信自己能接管。據報美國向...
古巴4個月三度全國大停電 特朗普揚言接管 據報美要求迪亞斯卡內爾下台 To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video 【有線新聞】古巴全國大停電，是近月以來第三次。美國總統特朗普形容古巴處於虛弱狀態，相信自己能接管。據報美國向古巴談判代表表明國家主席迪亞斯卡內爾必須下台。 古巴首都哈瓦那街道上漆黑一片，但連日有民眾上街，抗議電力和食物短缺及生活條件惡化。有人在街上縱火。古巴中部上周起已有民眾上街示威，當地電網老化，加上美國對古巴石油封鎖，令情況更壞。國家主席迪亞斯卡內爾承認已逾三個月石油運輸進口中斷。 全國周一陷入大停電，不少人燃點蠟燭或用手機燈光照明。能源和礦產部指電力系統完全中斷，1,100萬人受影響，是近四個月來第三次大規模停電。 美國總統特朗普持續對古巴施壓，稱相信可以接管古巴。特朗普：「我相信我將有幸接管古巴，那是莫大的榮幸。（接管古巴？）以某種形式接管古巴，我的意思是不管是解放還是奪取她，我可以隨心所欲地處置。你想知道真相嗎？古巴現在是一個非常虛弱的國家。」 兩國正進行談判，知情人士透露，美國向古巴談判代表表明迪亞斯卡內爾必須下台。迪亞斯卡內爾早前說期望雙方以平等互相尊重主權為基礎進行談判。
湖南長沙海關推行「生鮮集拼」 靈活組貨更合香港市場需求 To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video 【有線新聞】內地推出新的過關物流措施，允許蔬果、雞蛋等生鮮貨物同車運送抵港，首批貨物上周從湖南長沙進入香港市場。 產自長沙...
湖南長沙海關推行「生鮮集拼」 靈活組貨更合香港市場需求 To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video 【有線新聞】內地推出新的過關物流措施，允許蔬果、雞蛋等生鮮貨物同車運送抵港，首批貨物上周從湖南長沙進入香港市場。 產自長沙的水果、雞蛋等重10噸的農產品，上周五採用新推出的「生鮮集拼」模式，由同一輛冷鏈貨車運送抵港，在文錦渡口岸過關。因應海關要求，以往不同種類的貨物需要分車運送，運輸成本較高。當局前年曾推出「果蔬拼裝」模式，允許蔬菜和水果一起發運，這次則新增禽蛋類和水生動物，預計可減輕單次運輸成本約一成，多批次少批量多品種發貨亦更適合香港市場需求。 永州海關監管科科長雷洪哲：「在內地率先推出新的改革舉措，將蔬菜、水果、禽蛋等多種產品納入拼裝範圍，出口企業可根據香港市場的實際需求靈活組貨。下一步長沙海關將積極推動更多農食產品納入『生鮮集拼』模式。」
monsitj/iStock via Getty Images Gold futures fell back below the $5,000/oz mark Monday, as rising energy prices due to the Middle East war raise concerns around U.S. interest rate cuts and support the dollar. The Brent crude benchmark fell Monday but remained above $100/bbl, with no clear end in sight for the war that has shut down the Strait of Hormuz - which transits 20% of the world's oil and l...
monsitj/iStock via Getty Images Gold futures fell back below the $5,000/oz mark Monday, as rising energy prices due to the Middle East war raise concerns around U.S. interest rate cuts and support the dollar. The Brent crude benchmark fell Monday but remained above $100/bbl, with no clear end in sight for the war that has shut down the Strait of Hormuz - which transits 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas volumes - stoking inflation fears and dampening hopes for further rate cuts. The Federal Reserve is expected to continue holding rates steady at this week's meeting, although markets will closely watch Fed Chair Powell's remarks for clues on the path forward. " The dollar has been the ultimate safe haven during this conflict," Toronto Dominion Bank senior commodity strategist Daniel Ghali said in a note. "That is detrimental to gold, since over the last year, gold has been the ultimate safe haven." Gold and silver fell for the fourth straight session, with front-month Comex gold ( XAUUSD:CUR ) for March delivery finishing -1.2% to $4,994.00/oz, and front-month Comex March silver ( XAGUSD:CUR ) closing -0.8% to $80.263/bbl, the lowest settlement value for both metals since February 19. Alt hough upward momentum has stalled, gold and silver have still gained more than 15% and 14% YTD, respectively. ETFs: ( GLD ), ( GDX ), ( GDXJ ), ( IAU ), ( NUGT ), ( PHYS ), ( GLDM ), ( AAAU ), ( SGOL ), ( RING ), ( BAR ), ( OUNZ ), ( SLV ), ( PSLV ), ( SIVR ), ( SIL ), ( SILJ ) More on gold and silver Oil Shock Sends Yields Higher And Gold Lower Gulf Conflict Rewrites Energy Outlook Energy Markets Brace For A Prolonged Supply Disruption
Alphabet (GOOGL) closed the most recent trading day at $305.56, moving +1.09% from the previous trading session. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 1.01% gain on the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.83%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 1.22%. The internet search leader's stock has dropped by 1.13% in the past month, exceeding the Computer and Technology sector'...
Alphabet (GOOGL) closed the most recent trading day at $305.56, moving +1.09% from the previous trading session. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 1.01% gain on the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.83%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 1.22%. The internet search leader's stock has dropped by 1.13% in the past month, exceeding the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 2.06% and the S&P 500's loss of 2.86%. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Alphabet in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $2.76, reflecting a 1.78% decrease from the same quarter last year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $91.69 billion, up 19.88% from the prior-year quarter. For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $11.6 per share and a revenue of $407.2 billion, signifying shifts of +7.31% and +18.75%, respectively, from the last year. It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Alphabet. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook. Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system. The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.28% higher. Alphabet currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). With respect to valuation, Alphabet is currently being tr...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $152.72, moving +1.17% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.01%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.83%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.22%. Shares of the company witnessed a gain of 14.87% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Computer and Techn...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $152.72, moving +1.17% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.01%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.83%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.22%. Shares of the company witnessed a gain of 14.87% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 2.06%, and the S&P 500's loss of 2.86%. Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Palantir Technologies Inc. in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.29, reflecting a 123.08% increase from the same quarter last year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $1.54 billion, showing a 73.72% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter. For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $1.31 per share and a revenue of $7.22 billion, signifying shifts of +74.67% and +61.25%, respectively, from the last year. Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Palantir Technologies Inc. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential. Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system. The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 2.95% lower within the past month. Palantir Technologies Inc. currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 ...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $152.72, moving +1.17% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.01%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.83%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.22%. Shares of the company witnessed a gain of 14.87% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Computer and Techn...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $152.72, moving +1.17% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.01%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.83%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.22%. Shares of the company witnessed a gain of 14.87% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 2.06%, and the S&P 500's loss of 2.86%. Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Palantir Technologies Inc. in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.29, reflecting a 123.08% increase from the same quarter last year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $1.54 billion, showing a 73.72% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter. For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $1.31 per share and a revenue of $7.22 billion, signifying shifts of +74.67% and +61.25%, respectively, from the last year. Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Palantir Technologies Inc. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential. Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system. The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 2.95% lower within the past month. Palantir Technologies Inc. currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 ...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $152.72, moving +1.17% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.01%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.83%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.22%. Shares of the company witnessed a gain of 14.87% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Computer and Techn...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $152.72, moving +1.17% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.01%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.83%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.22%. Shares of the company witnessed a gain of 14.87% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 2.06%, and the S&P 500's loss of 2.86%. Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Palantir Technologies Inc. in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.29, reflecting a 123.08% increase from the same quarter last year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $1.54 billion, showing a 73.72% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter. For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $1.31 per share and a revenue of $7.22 billion, signifying shifts of +74.67% and +61.25%, respectively, from the last year. Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Palantir Technologies Inc. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential. Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system. The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 2.95% lower within the past month. Palantir Technologies Inc. currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 ...
Amazon (AMZN) ended the recent trading session at $211.74, demonstrating a +1.96% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 1.01%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.83%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.22%. Prior to today's trading, shares of the online retailer had gained 4.47% outpaced the Retail-Wholesal...
Amazon (AMZN) ended the recent trading session at $211.74, demonstrating a +1.96% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 1.01%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.83%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.22%. Prior to today's trading, shares of the online retailer had gained 4.47% outpaced the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 2.64% and the S&P 500's loss of 2.86%. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Amazon in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $1.69, reflecting a 6.29% increase from the same quarter last year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $177.54 billion, indicating a 14.05% upward movement from the same quarter last year. In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $7.78 per share and a revenue of $804.57 billion, indicating changes of +8.51% and +12.23%, respectively, from the former year. It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Amazon. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits. Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming stock price performance. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system. The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.02% lower. Amazon is currently sporting a Zack...
Morgan Stanley is sticking with a forecast that sees the Federal Reserve resuming interest rates cuts in June and delivering another reduction in September, even as soaring oil prices prompt traders to curb bets for how much policymakers will lower borrowing costs this year. “We’re still on June and September, with the risk that of course it gets delayed,” Michael Gapen , chief US economist at Mor...
Morgan Stanley is sticking with a forecast that sees the Federal Reserve resuming interest rates cuts in June and delivering another reduction in September, even as soaring oil prices prompt traders to curb bets for how much policymakers will lower borrowing costs this year. “We’re still on June and September, with the risk that of course it gets delayed,” Michael Gapen , chief US economist at Morgan Stanley told Bloomberg News in a roundtable discussion in New York on Monday. The forecast is at odds with a market that has rushed to price out rate cuts, as spiking oil prices in the wake of the Iran war threaten to revive inflation, potentially hindering the Fed’s ability to ease monetary policy. Futures tied to Fed policy rates currently price one quarter-point cut in December, down from at least 50 basis points seen as recently as last month. September odds for a quarter-point cut stand at 60%. Economists at both TD Securities and Barclays last week shifted their forecasts for the next Fed cut to September from June. Meanwhile, a bout of heavy selling in Treasuries last week took the policy-sensitive two-year yield as high as nearly 3.75%, putting it above the rate paid on reserves by the Fed — a level that is rarely broken. A market proxy for where the Fed will complete its current easing cycle, known as the terminal rate, has risen some 50 basis points from late February to above 3.4%. “I was a little surprised that the two-year moved as much as it did, I could certainly see maybe longer rates moving, but I am surprised again that the terminal rate has been repriced as high as it has been,” said Gapen. Of course, there is a possibility that the central bank could either delay its first cut until September or even December, either of which could push the next reduction into 2027, Gapen said. Read more: Morgan Stanley Sees Risks That Oil Shock Will Delay Next Fed Cut “The risk to our view is primarily the later and maybe the longer the Fed waits, the more it has to...
is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Three Tennessee teens are suing Elon Musk’s xAI over claims that the company’s Grok AI chatbot generated sexualized images and videos of themselves as minors, as re...
is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Three Tennessee teens are suing Elon Musk’s xAI over claims that the company’s Grok AI chatbot generated sexualized images and videos of themselves as minors, as reported earlier by The Washington Post. The proposed class action lawsuit, filed on Monday, accuses Musk and other xAI leaders of knowing that Grok would produce AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM) when launching its “spicy mode” last year. The plaintiffs include two minors and an adult who was underage when the events in the lawsuit took place. One of the victims, identified as “Jane Doe 1,” alleges that last December, she learned that explicit, AI-generated images of herself and at least 18 other minors were available on Discord. “At least five of these files, one video and four images, depicted her actual face and body in settings with which she was familiar, but morphed into sexually explicit poses,” the lawsuit claims. The perpetrator, who has since been arrested, allegedly used Jane Doe 1’s AI-generated CSAM “as a bartering tool in Telegram group chats with hundreds of other users, trading her CSAM files for sexually explicit content of other minors.” The lawsuit claims the perpetrator generated the explicit images of Jane Doe 1 and the two other victims using Grok. It also alleges that xAI “failed to test the safety of the features it developed” and that Grok is “defective in design.” Though X has tried making it harder for users to edit images with Grok, The Verge has found that it’s still possible to manipulate images uploaded to the platform. X has maintained that “anyone using or prompting Grok to make illegal content will suffer the same consequences as if they upload illegal content.” X didn’t immediately respond to The Verge’s request for comment. “...