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Why ‘Kathleen Kennedy fired’ is trending

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2 years ago

July 8, 2023

Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy has been rumored to have been “fired” following the underperformance of Indiana Jones 5.

It’s not Kennedy’s first time facing such a backlash from fans — she’s been in the spotlight a number of times for the Star Wars sequel trilogy, and a number of YouTube videos and social media posts have speculated on her company position.

It has been reported again that Kathleen Kennedy has been fired from Lucasfilm as a result of a tweet posted by @Thwipt_, who has a hit-and-miss history of Disney leaks, though previously correctly predicted which announcements would be made at D23 Expo 2022.

A comment by Thwipt that Kathleen Kennedy was leaving Lucasfilm quickly gained traction online.

This rumor was fueled further by Kamran Pasha, who claimed an insider at Disney had also reported strange Kennedy-related happenings.

In an interview on YouTube, Pasha said: “Apparently, someone at Disney put a block starting today, of two weeks paid leave … which is bizarre in and of itself, but bizarre happening on the day that Indiana Jones is released.”

Lucasfilm has not confirmed that Kathleen Kennedy has been “fired” from her position, despite these rumors.

Lucasfilm has been led by Kennedy since 2012.After George Lucas sold Lucasfilm to The Walt Disney Company in 2012, she was handpicked by him to handle the company’s operations.Kennedy produced several Star Wars films, including the new Star Wars trilogy.

A Star Wars story is also told through the standalone films Rogue One and Solo. Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Lucasfilm’s most successful movie under Kennedy’s leadership, has been poorly received by fans.

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OpenAI and Instacart launch grocery shopping inside ChatGPT

OpenAI partners with Instacart for seamless grocery shopping in ChatGPT; learn about Instant Checkout and future integrations.

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18 hours ago

December 10, 2025

Harvey Vargas

OpenAI partners with Instacart for seamless grocery shopping in ChatGPT; learn about Instant Checkout and future integrations.

OpenAI has partnered with Instacart to bring a revolutionary grocery shopping experience directly into ChatGPT. Users can now shop, check out, and pay for groceries seamlessly without leaving the app. This integration is designed to make online shopping faster, smarter, and more convenient than ever.

Karen Sutherland from Uni SC joins us to explain how the Instant Checkout feature works and how users can activate the Instacart app within ChatGPT. We also dive into Stripe’s role in ensuring secure payments and explore how OpenAI is differentiating itself in the growing agentic commerce market.

The discussion also covers user feedback so far, the Agentic Commerce Protocol that powers the app, and what future integrations or features OpenAI might roll out. Learn how this partnership fits into OpenAI’s broader business strategy and the challenges of scaling the service across platforms.

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Australia becomes the first country to ban social media for under-16s

Australia bans social media for children under 16, marking a historic step in youth online safety regulations.

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19 hours ago

December 10, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Australia bans social media for children under 16, marking a historic step in youth online safety regulations.

Australia has made history, becoming the first country to ban social media access for children under 16. From midnight, platforms including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram will be blocked for young users across the nation. The move marks one of the strongest regulatory actions ever taken on youth online safety.

The new law requires ten major digital platforms to comply or face fines of up to A$49.5 million. The decision comes amid growing global concerns about the impact of social media on children’s mental health, with other countries watching closely as they consider similar measures.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the ban is designed to support young Australians and reduce harmful pressures created by constant digital engagement. While platforms are preparing to use age-inference technology to comply, critics warn the ban could isolate vulnerable teens.

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U.S. approves Nvidia H200 chip exports to China amid tensions

U.S. approves Nvidia’s H200 AI chip exports to China, balancing security with tech collaboration amid ongoing tensions.

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2 days ago

December 9, 2025

Harvey Vargas

U.S. approves Nvidia’s H200 AI chip exports to China, balancing security with tech collaboration amid ongoing tensions.

The U.S. Commerce Department has approved exports of Nvidia’s H200 AI chips to China, signaling a cautious compromise in the ongoing technology standoff between the two countries. This decision reflects efforts to balance national security concerns with continued technological collaboration.

Nvidia shares jumped 2% following the announcement, showing investor optimism about the move. Analysts are closely watching how Chinese firms will respond and whether they will aggressively pursue these high-performance AI chips.

Despite the approval, concerns remain about the potential military applications of AI technology. Officials emphasize that the decision aims to protect U.S. interests while navigating complex international tech dynamics.

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