**OpenSlopware, Internet Archive, Google, More: Tuesday ResearchBuzz, January 20, 2026**

OpenSlopware Fiasco

The internet has been abuzz with the news of OpenSlopware, a project that aimed to list open-source software created using Large Language Model (LLM) bots. Unfortunately, the project was short-lived due to harassment, and it's no longer available online. However, its forks continue to live on, a testament to the resilience of the open-source community.

Internet Archive Celebrates Public Domain

This Wednesday, January 21, marks an exciting milestone for the Internet Archive as two significant works enter the public domain in the United States. To celebrate this occasion, the archive has planned three events:

* A virtual event featuring music from the early 20th century * A webcast discussing the impact of public domain on creative works * A social media campaign encouraging users to share their favorite public domain content

Google's Prioritization of AI and YouTube

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the publishing industry, Google has announced its intention to prioritize AI-generated summaries, YouTube videos, and X posts on its Discover mobile aggregation platform. This change could have devastating consequences for publishers who rely heavily on Discover for referral traffic.

Account Ban Results

A recent ban on social media platforms has led to the deactivation of over 4.7 million accounts in just two days, according to data released by the Australian government. The ban aimed to curb online harassment and abuse, but its impact is still being felt across various platforms.

OpenAI's Translation Tool

In a quiet move, OpenAI has launched a dedicated ChatGPT translation tool, allowing users to translate text more efficiently than ever before. This tool marks another significant step in the development of AI-powered translation capabilities.

WordPress Alternatives

For those seeking alternatives to WordPress, Search Engine Journal offers an extensive guide covering various options for website builders, open-source platforms, blogging-focused tools, ecommerce solutions, and community management software.

**Around the Search and Social Media World**

* **A.I.-Generated Attack Ad**: The New York Times reports on a video created using AI-generated imagery, depicting Senator John Cornyn dancing with Democratic Senate candidate Jasmine Crockett. * **TikTok's Microdrama App**: Tubefilter highlights TikTok's launch of PineDrama, an app dedicated to short-form narratives and microdramas. * **Bluetooth Vulnerability**: Ars Technica warns about a vulnerability dubbed WhisperPair that allows attackers to hijack Fast Pair-enabled devices. * **Court Ruling on Google Spam Filters**: MediaPost reports on the dismissal of the Republican National Committee's lawsuit against Google over spam filters.

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