Axios

The AI backpedaling has begun: 2028 Democratic contenders who bet big on data centers are suddenly retreating amid a growing voter revolt.

Why it matters: The politics of AI are evolving almost as rapidly as the technology.

"Dr Pepper baby, it's good and nice."

Why it matters: That simple TikTok jingle, posted by Tacoma creator Romeo Bingham, went from phone screens to a nationally televised commercial in days, underscoring how brands now race to scale organic creator moments that often originate on social media.

Grab your corded headphones: People are snapping up Apple's retired MP3 players for nostalgia and a break from smartphones.

The big picture: For younger generations especially, the comeback is part of a broader return to offline devices and hobbies, driven by digital burnout.

OpenAI released new data Friday showing people are using the consumer version of ChatGPT for more personal tasks and fewer work tasks.

Why it matters: That shift toward personal use could bolster OpenAI's emerging ad business, even as it keeps pursuing lucrative business customers.