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Instagram to hide “likes” for some U.S. users

Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri announced that some users in the U.S. will no longer see “likes” on other users’ posts. He says the decision is meant to create a safe environment and improve mental health. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nick Thompson joined CBSN AM to discuss the change and what it means for Instagram’s bottom line. Thompson also discussed allegations of gender bias in Apple Card’s lines of credit. Source

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Bon Jovi finds hope in “Unbroken,” new song honoring veterans

Grammy Award-winning musician and philanthropist Jon Bon Jovi is honoring our veterans and their service with his new song, “Unbroken.” For the next 12 months, all proceeds from the song will go to the Patriotic Service Dog Foundation. Bon Jovi wrote the anthem for the new documentary, “To Be of Service,” about veterans who live with PTSD and the service animals who help them heal. Bon Jovi joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the musical project. Source

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Why dating apps are causing burnout

An estimated 25 million American adults used dating apps in the past year. Some experts say dating apps keep people locked in an endless cycle of matches and rejections, and many end up feeling more disconnected and lonely. CBSN Originals executive producer Adam Yamaguchi joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss their new documentary, “Dating Apps.” Source

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MIT’s “virtually indestructible” mini cheetah robots show off flips

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are making headlines for their small army of “mini cheetah robots.” According to MIT News, the robots weigh about 20 pounds and researchers say they are “virtually indestructible.” But don’t expect them to hit store shelves anytime soon. MIT said it created the bots to be a tool for researchers. Source

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Apple Card accused of gender discrimination in its algorithm

One of Apple’s co-founders, Steve Wozniak, is accusing the company’s new digital credit card of gender discrimination. Apple introduced the card in August, partnering with Goldman Sachs as the issuing bank. Last week one tech entrepreneur said the algorithms being used are sexist. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nick Thompson joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the claims. Source

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