Cameo CEO discusses legal win in trademark fight with OpenAI | ChicagoLIVE
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Cameo CEO Steven Galanis joins us to break down the company's recent court victory after a judge sided with the Chicago-based platform in its trademark lawsuit against OpenAI. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

IRS to roll out Salesforce AI agents following workforce reduction: report

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is reportedly implementing a Salesforce artificial intelligence (AI) agent program across multiple divisions in the wake of a mass workforce reduction earlier this year.

Chicago restaurant targeted by fake 1-star review scam | ChicagoLIVE
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Alpana in Chicago faced dozens of 1-star reviews after a scam on WhatsApp urged the owner to send money or they'd continue posting negative ratings. The restaurant's owner shared her story about dealing with the latest internet scam. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Is China using LinkedIn to spy? Former FBI agent weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
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A look at growing concerns that foreign intelligence services are using LinkedIn to target Americans, and what cybersecurity experts say users should watch for to protect themselves. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

YouTube fishing creator Mikey Rijavec found dead days after mayday call off Mexico coast

California fisherman Mikey Rijavec, creator of the SD Fish and Sips YouTube channel, was found dead off Mexico coast days after issuing mayday call during solo fishing trip.

Illinois rolls out digital IDs for airport security, alcohol purchases
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Illinois' secretary of state explains how residents can now use a secure digital driver’s license on their phones, why it doesn’t fully replace the physical card, and what this means for privacy and everyday convenience.

Illinois launches Apple Wallet digital IDs
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Illinois residents will be able to add their driver's license or ID to Apple Wallet starting tomorrow.

Best holiday tech gifts | ChicagoNOW
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Tech gifts are always popular during the holidays so you better make sure you’re giving people what they want this year. Jen Jolly gives us the gift guide for the perfect tech gifts.

Talk to Santa app lets kids speak directly with Santa in real time

Kids around the world are making their Christmas wish list, and now they can talk to Santa and let him know if they have been naughty or nice.

Eben Brown on Apple’s new digital ID — ‘The future of how we travel’ | ChicagoLIVE
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Apple is catching up to Android with a new digital ID system that can hold driver’s licenses and passports in your phone’s wallet app. Tech reporter Eben Brown tells ChicagoLIVE how the feature works, what privacy protections are in place, and why he believes it’s the next step toward fully digital travel.

Wisconsin dad's TikTok antics go viral, racking up millions of views

A Whitefish Bay dad's attempt to connect and get under his daughters' skin has gone viral after his TikTok account caught fire among an audience that can't get enough of the antics.

AI and holiday shopping
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The busy holiday shopping season is already underway and shoppers are leaning into AI In a big way this year.

Deepfake scams target Ozempic buyers with fake ads, counterfeit drugs
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As weight-loss drugs like Ozempic soar in popularity, scammers are using AI deepfakes to sell fake products. Experts share how to spot phony endorsements and protect yourself online.

From combat to careers: New AI partnership helps veterans find purpose

RedBalloon has acquired MilitaryHire to better support the more than 900,000 veterans, Guard, and Reserve members who transition to civilian life each year.