With a knack for inspiring others both in and out of the classroom, Kaylah Blount, a 6th-grade math teacher at Rochelle Middle School, has made her mark as a leader in education and social media. As a panelist for the upcoming Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025), Blount will share her unique insights on the intersection of authenticity, education, and influence in the digital age.
The internet is facing an unprecedented challenge: an overwhelming influx of AI-generated content, often referred to as "AI slop." This term captures the saturation of digital spaces with low-quality, mass-produced material generated by artificial intelligence systems. From poorly written articles and generic images to automated spam, AI slop is raising questions about authenticity, quality, and the future of digital content.
What if your business could work smarter, not harder, with the help of a digital assistant that never sleeps? Nvidia’s CEO says AI agents are about to revolutionize the way we work—and this $47 billion market is just getting started.
Imagine scrolling through your feed where freedom of speech takes precedence over accuracy. Does this vision excite you with possibilities or fill you with apprehension over potential harm? Meta’s gamble on community-driven moderation challenges us to reflect: are we ready to shoulder the responsibility of shaping the truth? How does this shift sit with you?
Explore the pivotal social media trends of 2025, including AI integration, short-form video dominance, and authentic engagement, to enhance your business's digital strategy and drive meaningful growth.
Kinston-based Magic Mile Media has launched simpleAIx, a subsidiary focused on making AI solutions accessible for businesses and organizations. President BJ Murphy, who founded the company and is a former mayor of Kinston, stated in the announcement, “You don’t need to understand all the complexities of AI. What matters is knowing we can help you implement systems that reduce overhead and increase your bottom line. Sales up, expenses down—that’s the goal with simpleAIx.”
