Author: Stuart A. Thompson

October 30, 2026 Stuart A. Thompson

Polymarket and Kalshi Face a Major Accuracy Test: The Midterms

Studies have shown that the betting sites can predict races correctly, but their ability to forecast U.S. midterm elections is an important proving ground.

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October 16, 2026 Stuart A. Thompson

$137 Million in A.I.-Generated Ads Flood the Midterms

Republicans have used A.I.-generated content more often than Democrats, ranging from subtle enhancements to convincing deepfakes.

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September 15, 2026 Stuart A. Thompson

Trump Defended A.I. Data Centers on Truth Social, and Commenters Clapped Back

The president’s posts about artificial intelligence on the social media platform he founded were met with an unusual volume of criticism.