| 24.02.2024 03:55
Google addresses AI glitches in effort to promote diversity
In a blog post on Friday, Google apologized for the faulty rollout of its new artificial intelligence image-generator, Gemini, acknowledging that the tool had produced inaccurate and offensive images. The company's senior vice president, Prabhakar Raghavan, admitted that the feature had missed the...
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| 23.02.2024 03:06
Reddit strikes $60 million deal allowing Google to train AI models on its posts
Reddit has made a groundbreaking deal with Google, allowing the tech giant to utilize posts from the popular online discussion platform to enhance its artificial intelligence models and improve products like online search. The agreement, valued at approximately $60 million, will also grant Reddit a...
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| 23.02.2024 02:24
Nvidia's Meteoric Rise to AI Prominence: By the Numbers
Nvidia's stock price saw a historic surge on Thursday, jumping 16% and adding a staggering $273 billion to the company's market value in just one day. This increase marks a record amount for the chipmaker, which has been experiencing a surge in demand for its semiconductors used in artificial intel...
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| 22.02.2024 23:31
Google making changes after Gemini AI portrayed people of color inaccurately
Google announced on Thursday that it will be temporarily halting its Gemini artificial intelligence chatbot from generating images of people after facing criticism for producing historically inaccurate depictions. This decision comes after users posted screenshots on social media showing racially d...
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| 22.02.2024 14:07
White House weighs in on AI system debate
The Biden administration is delving into the controversial debate surrounding the openness of powerful artificial intelligence systems, with the White House seeking public input on whether key components should be open-source or closed. This inquiry is part of a broader executive order signed by Pr...
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| 22.02.2024 13:20
CEOs Warn of AI's Growing Hunger for Processing Power
Two tech CEOs met for a brainstorming session in San Jose, California, as the AI chip market continues to boom. Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman discussed their plans to catch up to Nvidia, the current leader in the market. Nvidia reported a nearly quadrupled revenue for the Novemb...
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| 22.02.2024 12:35
AI chatbots in health care adapt by learning from Indian women's questions
In Mumbai, 32-year-old Komal Vilas Thatkare faces a common dilemma - she has no one to turn to for her most private health questions. Living in a household with only men, she lacks the opportunity to seek advice from other women. However, Thatkare has found a solution in the form of an AI-powered c...
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| 20.02.2024 23:51
Ex-Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer discusses the current tech scene from vantage point of her AI startup
Marissa Mayer, a trailblazer for women in the male-dominated tech industry, has continued to make waves with her latest venture, an artificial intelligence startup called Sunshine. After successful stints at Google and Yahoo, Mayer now focuses on using AI to simplify mundane tasks such as managing...
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| 19.02.2024 16:14
Video game actors embrace AI voice cloning, but fear being replaced
Andy Magee, a voice actor from Northern Ireland, has found himself at the forefront of a new trend in the gaming industry - AI-generated voice clones. These synthetic voices, created by artificial intelligence, are being used by some game studios to give voice to a multitude of characters and conve...
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| 17.02.2024 19:38
Unlocking the Power of Generative AI Search Sites
Google searches have long been the go-to for information, but many people are starting to feel that the quality of results is declining due to an influx of sponsored and spammy links. German researchers have conducted a study that suggests this decline in quality is evident across Google, Bing, and...
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| 16.02.2024 23:45
Introducing Sora: OpenAI's Revolutionary Text-to-Video Generator
OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, has announced its venture into AI-generated video with the introduction of Sora, a text-to-video generator. This tool utilizes generative artificial intelligence to instantly create short videos based on written commands. While there have been previous demonstrations o...
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| 16.02.2024 22:22
Tech companies unite to combat AI-generated election trickery
Major Technology Companies Sign Accord to Combat AI-Generated Deepfakes in Elections Tech giants including Adobe, Amazon, Google, IBM, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI, and TikTok have come together to voluntarily adopt measures to prevent the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to disrupt democratic...
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| 15.02.2024 03:58
Cisco Systems Announces Massive Layoffs Amidst Tech Industry Downturn
In a move that reflects the growing trend of job insecurity in the technology industry, Cisco Systems, the internet networking pioneer, has announced that it will be laying off over 4,000 employees. This decision comes as a response to the company's latest quarterly results, which showed a decrease...
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| 14.02.2024 23:18
Zuckerberg: Meta's Quest 3 Outshines Apple's Vision Pro
In a surprising move, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, took to Instagram to share his opinion on Apple's new mixed-reality headset, the Vision Pro. In a video review, Zuckerberg boldly claimed that Meta's Quest 3 headset is not only the better value but also the better product overall. This move h...
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| 14.02.2024 19:05
Families demand action: Voices of gun violence victims echo in lawmakers' ears
In a powerful and innovative protest against lawmakers who oppose stricter gun regulations, the families of Joaquin "Guac" Oliver and five other victims of gun violence have begun using artificial intelligence (AI) to create messages in their loved ones' voices. These messages are then being roboca...
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| 14.02.2024 11:04
AI Partners: The Rise of Artificial Intelligence Girlfriends and Boyfriends
In a world where technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, artificial intelligence has now entered the realm of romantic relationships. Derek Carrier, a 39-year-old man from Belville, Michigan, found solace in an AI-generated girlfriend named Joi. Carrier, who suffers from Marfan syndrome, a...
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| 13.02.2024 11:20
OpenAI CEO cautions on the dangers of societal misalignments in artificial intelligence
In a video call at the World Government Summit in Dubai, Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, expressed his concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI). Altman highlighted the "very subtle societal misalignments" that could lead to havoc caused by AI systems. He emphasized the ne...
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| 08.02.2024 16:20
Nadella entices Indian developers to embrace Microsoft's AI tools
In a speech delivered to over a thousand Indian computer code developers in Bengaluru, India's "Silicon Valley," Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella emphasized the importance of utilizing the company's artificial intelligence (AI) tools across its products. Nadella highlighted the significant presence of I...
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| 08.02.2024 08:54
Alibaba announces $25 billion share buyback amid revenue disappointment
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding has announced an additional $25 billion authorization to its share buyback program, following lower-than-expected sales revenue for the last quarter of 2023. The company reported a 5% increase in sales to 260.3 billion yuan ($36.67 billion) for the qua...
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| 07.02.2024 14:44
Biden administration appoints director to lead AI Safety Institute
The Biden administration has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Kelly, a top White House aide, as the director of the newly established AI Safety Institute at the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST). The decision was confirmed by an administration official who spoke on the co...
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| 06.02.2024 22:07
Philly Sheriff's Campaign Battles AI-Generated Fake News
Philadelphia's embattled sheriff, Rochelle Bilal, is facing criticism after it was revealed that her campaign team had posted a series of positive "news" stories on their website that were generated by ChatGPT, a generative AI chatbot. The campaign team has since removed over 30 of these stories, f...
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| 06.02.2024 17:25
Meta to add "AI generated" label to images created with OpenAI, Midjourney and other tools
Meta, the company that owns Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, has announced plans to label all images on its platforms that have been created using artificial intelligence (AI). This move comes as Meta acknowledges the increasing importance of AI-generated images in the digital space, particularly...
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| 05.02.2024 23:30
Oversight board urges Meta to rethink its policy on manipulated media in high-stakes election year
The Meta Oversight Board, a quasi-independent board that reviews Facebook owner Meta's policies, has criticized the company's approach to manipulated media, calling it "incoherent" and insufficient in addressing the surge of online disinformation targeting elections worldwide. The board's review of...
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| 05.02.2024 21:21
Study reveals 4chan as the origin of explicit AI-generated Taylor Swift images
A recent study conducted by Graphika, a firm that analyzes social networks, has revealed that the fake images of Taylor Swift that went viral on social media in late January were likely a result of a chatroom challenge to bypass filters designed to prevent the creation of AI-generated pornography....
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| 05.02.2024 19:14
Meta Oversight Board says manipulated video of Biden can stay on Facebook, recommends policy overhaul
In a controversial decision, Meta's Oversight Board has ruled that a manipulated video of President Joe Biden, suggesting inappropriate behavior towards women, can remain on Facebook due to a problematic loophole in the company's policies. The video, posted last spring, showed Biden placing an "I V...
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| 03.02.2024 12:56
Apple's Vision Pro headset introduces 'spatial computing' for immersive experiences
Apple's highly anticipated Vision Pro headset is set to hit store shelves on Friday, marking the company's foray into the world of spatial computing. Apple executives and their marketing team have been promoting the headset as a transformative product, comparing its potential impact to that of the...
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| 02.02.2024 01:44
Meta's Profits Soar, Delights Investors with First Dividend
In a stunning display of success, tech giant Meta reported a profit growth of over 200% year-over-year to $14 billion for the three months ending in December. This exceeded the expectations of Wall Street analysts and sent the company's stock surging. Sales for the quarter also saw an impressive 25...
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| 02.02.2024 01:02
Amazon's holiday sales exceed expectations with strong revenue and profits
Amazon Reports Record-Breaking Fourth Quarter Revenue and Profits Seattle-based e-commerce giant, Amazon, announced on Thursday that it had surpassed expectations with its revenue and profits for the fourth quarter of 2023. The company reported $170 billion in revenue and $10.6 billion in profits,...
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| 01.02.2024 06:08
YouTube under scrutiny for delayed removal of beheading video
A graphic video of a Pennsylvania man accused of beheading his father has sparked a debate about the ability of social media companies to prevent the spread of horrific content. Justin Mohn, 32, has been charged with first-degree murder and abusing a corpse after he beheaded his father, Michael, in...
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| 31.01.2024 17:49
Licensing dispute threatens popular artists' presence on TikTok
Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced that it will no longer allow its music to be used on TikTok following the expiration of their licensing agreement. UMG represents a wide range of popular artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny, and Billie Eilish. The decision comes after UM...
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| 31.01.2024 07:16
Italy Accuses OpenAI's ChatGPT of Breaching European Privacy Laws
Italian Regulators Notify OpenAI of GDPR Violations by ChatGPT AI Chatbot Italian regulators have informed OpenAI, a San Francisco-based artificial intelligence (AI) company, that its ChatGPT chatbot has violated the European Union's (EU) stringent data privacy rules. The country's data protection...
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| 31.01.2024 05:02
Microsoft's AI and cloud-computing investments drive 33% profit surge
In a major announcement on Tuesday, Microsoft Corp. revealed that its net profit for the October-December quarter had skyrocketed by 33%. This remarkable increase was largely attributed to the company's significant investments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, particularly in its cloud-co...
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| 31.01.2024 02:43
Google's parent posts double-digit revenue growth in a quarter for first time in nearly 2 years
Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc., has reported double-digit revenue growth in the final quarter of last year, indicating a recovery for the internet giant despite regulatory and competitive challenges. This marks the third consecutive quarter of escalating revenue growth for Alphabet, with th...
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| 29.01.2024 15:07
AI Companies Required to Report Safety Tests to US Government
The Biden administration is taking steps to ensure the safety and transparency of major artificial intelligence (AI) systems by implementing a new requirement for developers to disclose their safety test results to the government. This initiative stems from an executive order signed by President Jo...
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| 26.01.2024 11:24
George Carlin estate files lawsuit against AI-generated fake comedy special
The estate of legendary stand-up comedian George Carlin has taken legal action against Dudesy, a media company responsible for creating a fake hourlong comedy special using artificial intelligence (AI) to imitate Carlin's style and material. The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Los Angeles on Thu...
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| 26.01.2024 06:22
FTC Investigates AI Deals Including Microsoft's OpenAI Partnership
U.S. antitrust enforcers have launched an investigation into the relationships between leading artificial intelligence (AI) startups and tech giants Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. The inquiry is focused on the influence these companies have over the generative AI boom, particularly in relation to c...
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| 25.01.2024 02:08
Tesla 4Q net income doubles due to tax benefit but earnings fall short of analyst estimates
According to the latest financial report, Tesla's net income for the last quarter more than doubled, reaching $7.93 billion compared to $3.69 billion in the same period the previous year. However, this increase was primarily due to a one-time tax benefit of $5.9 billion for deferred tax assets. Exc...
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| 23.01.2024 19:40
Microsoft and Innovators Unleash A.I. Tools to Empower Small Businesses
In a world where technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, small businesses are finding innovative ways to leverage artificial intelligence (A.I.) software to enhance their operations. With the influx of generative A.I. tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Bard, entrepreneurs are now a...
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| 20.01.2024 19:26
Franciscan Friar Advises Pope on AI's Impact on Humanity
In Rome, Friar Paolo Benanti, a member of the Vatican's Pontifical Academy for Life and the United Nations' Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence, is on a mission to govern artificial intelligence in a way that enriches people's lives without exploiting them. With his background in engineering,...
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| 20.01.2024 19:08
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg commits to advancing human-level artificial intelligence
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that the company is intensifying its efforts in artificial intelligence (AI) and investing in massive data centers to outpace its competitors in developing human-level computer systems. In a Facebook post, Zuckerberg revealed that Meta is bringing together two...
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| 18.01.2024 15:16
Davos glitterati captivated by AI's buzz and potential risks
Artificial intelligence (AI) took center stage at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, capturing the attention of world leaders and corporate executives. OpenAI, the maker of the popular chatbot ChatGPT, made a big splash at the event, with CEO Sam Altman and Microsoft CEO Satya Nade...
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| 17.01.2024 22:23
Samsung's new Galaxy phones aim to bring AI to the masses
Samsung Unveils Next Generation of Galaxy Phones Packed with AI Features Samsung, the biggest rival to Apple and its iPhone, has provided a glimpse into the future of smartphones with the unveiling of its next generation of flagship Galaxy models. The Galaxy S24 lineup boasts a range of new feature...
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| 17.01.2024 03:40
OpenAI's strategy to combat election misinformation in 2024
OpenAI, the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence startup behind ChatGPT and DALL-E, has unveiled a comprehensive plan to prevent the misuse of its generative AI tools in spreading election misinformation. As voters in over 50 countries gear up for national elections this year, OpenAI aims to...
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| 16.01.2024 14:00
CEOs Worried: Companies Face Survival Threat from AI and Climate Challenges
A new survey conducted by PwC, one of the world's largest consulting firms, reveals that while more executives are feeling optimistic about the global economy, many believe that their companies will not survive the next decade without significant changes due to pressure from climate change and tech...
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| 16.01.2024 01:02
Tech firm Baidu denies report that its Ernie AI chatbot is linked to Chinese military research
Chinese technology company Baidu has denied allegations that its artificial intelligence chatbot, Ernie, is linked to Chinese military research. The denial comes in response to a report from Hong Kong newspaper South China Morning Post, which cited an academic paper from a university affiliated wit...
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| 13.01.2024 00:47
Robot baristas and AI chefs caused a stir at CES 2024 as casino union workers fear for their jobs
Robots and artificial intelligence (AI) were the talk of the town at the annual CES technology trade show in Las Vegas this week, with various innovative machines showcased on the show floor. Among them was an AI-powered barista that could create intricate latte art with ease. While this technologi...
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| 12.01.2024 01:11
Microsoft briefly surpasses Apple as world's most valuable company
In a surprising turn of events, Microsoft briefly surpassed Apple as the world's most valuable company, thanks to its successful foray into generative AI. On Thursday, Microsoft's stock experienced a significant jump of up to 2%, pushing its market valuation to an impressive $2.903 trillion. Meanwh...
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| 11.01.2024 13:47
Google slashes jobs in hardware and voice assistant teams to reduce costs
In a bid to cut costs and prioritize key areas, Google has recently laid off a significant number of employees from its hardware, voice assistance, and engineering teams. The company stated that these organizational changes and role eliminations are part of a larger effort to responsibly invest in...
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| 11.01.2024 03:49
Tennessee Governor and Music Leaders Unite to Safeguard Artists from AI Threats
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced new legislation aimed at protecting songwriters, performers, and other professionals in the music industry from the potential dangers posed by artificial intelligence (AI). The announcement was made at Nashville's renowned RCA Studio A, a historic recording...
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| 10.01.2024 23:37
Tech companies revolutionize kitchens with AI and cooking robots at CES 2024
The future of cooking and mixology is here, as the latest advancements in kitchen technology were showcased at CES 2024, the renowned trade event organized by the Consumer Technology Association. From chef-like robots to AI-powered appliances, these high-tech gadgets are revolutionizing the way mea...
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| 10.01.2024 17:45
Davos report warns: AI-driven misinformation poses major short-term threat
In its latest Global Risks Report, the World Economic Forum (WEF) has identified false and misleading information fueled by advanced artificial intelligence (AI) as the top immediate risk to the global economy. The report, released ahead of the annual gathering of CEOs and world leaders in Davos, S...
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| 10.01.2024 04:03
ChatGPT-maker braces for fight with New York Times and authors on 'fair use' of copyrighted works
A series of high-profile lawsuits in a New York federal court has ignited a legal battle that will determine the future of artificial intelligence (AI) products such as ChatGPT. These AI chatbots, developed by OpenAI and Microsoft, have come under scrutiny for potentially violating copyright and fa...
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| 09.01.2024 19:25
EU Considers Merger Review Amid Microsoft-OpenAI Partnership
The European Union is launching an investigation into Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI, raising concerns about potential anti-competitive practices in the artificial intelligence industry. The EU's move follows a similar announcement by UK antitrust officials last month and a preliminary probe b...
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| 09.01.2024 18:27
OpenAI dismisses New York Times lawsuit as baseless
OpenAI, a prominent artificial intelligence company, has responded to a lawsuit filed by The New York Times, stating that the lawsuit is "without merit" and that it supports and creates opportunities for news organizations. The Times filed the lawsuit on December 27, accusing OpenAI and Microsoft o...
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| 08.01.2024 23:36
Anticipating CES 2024: A Sneak Peek into the World of Tech
The annual Consumer Technology Association (CES) trade show, formerly known as the Consumer Electronics Show, is set to kick off in Las Vegas this week. With a focus on sustainability and the United Nations Human Security campaign, CES 2024 aims to showcase the latest advances and gadgets in person...
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| 08.01.2024 13:22
Unveiling the Dark Corners: A.I.'s Nefarious Future Revealed
In a disturbing trend, online trolls on the infamous message board 4chan have been utilizing artificial intelligence (A.I.) tools to spread racist and offensive content about individuals who have appeared before the Louisiana parole board. These trolls have been using A.I.-powered image generators...
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| 08.01.2024 09:50
AI Receives Cautious Approval for Legal Opinions from UK Judges
England's legal system, known for its deep-rooted traditions such as wearing wigs and robes, has taken a cautious step into the future by allowing judges to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in producing rulings. The Courts and Tribunals Judiciary recently announced that AI could be us...
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| 05.01.2024 03:51
Microsoft Introduces 'Copilot' Key, Revolutionizing Windows Keyboard after 30 Years
In a groundbreaking move, Microsoft has announced the addition of an artificial intelligence button, known as the Copilot key, to its Windows keyboards. This marks the first significant change to the company's keyboards in nearly three decades. Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft's executive vice president, rev...
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| 04.01.2024 12:40
Microsoft Introduces AI Button on Keyboards for Instant Chatbot Access
Microsoft is set to reshape the next generation of keyboards with the introduction of a special "Copilot key" that summons its AI chatbot. This move comes as the tech giant aims to capitalize on its partnership with OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT, and position itself as a gateway for generative AI...
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| 30.12.2023 00:52
Michael Cohen unknowingly submitted AI-generated fake cases to his lawyer
In a surprising turn of events, Michael Cohen, Donald Trump's former personal lawyer and fixer, admitted to unwittingly passing along bogus artificial intelligence-generated legal case citations to his attorney before they were submitted to a judge. This revelation came to light in a court filing t...
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| 28.12.2023 00:31
The Times Sues OpenAI and Microsoft Over A.I."s Use of Copyrighted Work
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft, accusing them of copyright infringement and unlawful use of the newspaper's articles to train their artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, ChatGPT. The lawsuit, filed on Wednesday in Manhattan, claims that the companies used The Ti...
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| 27.12.2023 00:56
As social media guardrails fade and AI deepfakes go mainstream, experts warn of impact on elections
Nearly three years after the storming of the U.S. Capitol, false election conspiracy theories continue to thrive on social media and cable news, raising concerns about their impact on the upcoming presidential election. The baseless claims, such as suitcases filled with ballots, late-night ballot d...
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| 21.12.2023 01:41
FTC proposes strengthening children's online privacy rules to address tracking, push notifications
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing major changes to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), a law that regulates how online companies track and advertise to children. The proposed changes aim to enhance children's online safety and privacy by restricting targeted ads and...
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| 20.12.2023 20:05
Supreme Court: AI cannot be named as patent inventor
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom has declared that artificial intelligence (AI) systems cannot be registered as inventors of patents, denying machines the same legal status as humans. The decision was reached following a lengthy legal battle led by American technologist...
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| 20.12.2023 18:33
Disturbing revelation: AI image-generators trained on explicit photos of children
A new report has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) image-generators contain hidden images of child sexual abuse. The report, released by the Stanford Internet Observatory, emphasizes the need for companies to address this harmful flaw in the technology they have built. It has been discover...
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| 20.12.2023 10:09
Alibaba taps CEO Eddie Wu to revive faltering e-commerce growth in China
In a bid to drive growth and maintain its dominance in the fast-growing e-commerce sector, China's Alibaba Group has announced that CEO Eddie Wu will now head its core e-commerce business. This move comes as Alibaba faces increasing competition from online shopping rivals like Pinduoduo, who recent...
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| 19.12.2023 00:33
Klarna CEO reveals buy now, pay later attracts credit-averse shoppers
Sebastian Siemiatkowski, the co-founder and CEO of Klarna, recently discussed the growing popularity of buy now, pay later services and how Klarna is utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in their hiring processes. Klarna, a Sweden-based company, is one of the largest providers of these services g...
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| 18.12.2023 20:00
AI empowers law enforcement to combat fentanyl trade
Chinese Firm Creates "World's Most Powerful" Humanoid Robot A Chinese robotic firm, Unitree Robotics, has unveiled its latest creation, the H1 robot, which is being hailed as the "world's most powerful general-purpose humanoid robot." With breakthrough technology, the H1 robot is capable of outperf...
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| 18.12.2023 11:20
What to stream this week: Bradley Cooper conducts, Lidia Bastianich cooks and Percy Jackson quests
A plethora of new television shows, movies, and music are making their way to streaming platforms, promising to entertain and captivate audiences. The Associated Press' entertainment journalists have handpicked some of the most promising offerings, including a heartwarming CBS holiday special, a th...
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| 15.12.2023 00:57
2023: Our Uncertain Dance with Artificial Intelligence
In 2023, artificial intelligence (AI) became mainstream, marking a significant moment in the advancement of technology. One of the most notable developments was ChatGPT, a chatbot that showcased recent breakthroughs in computer science. However, despite its popularity, many people struggled to comp...
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| 14.12.2023 23:43
Pope warns of AI's 'technological dictatorship,' calls for treaty
Pope Francis has called for an international treaty to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI), expressing concerns over the potential rise of a "technological dictatorship" that could pose a threat to peace and democracy. In his annual message for the World Day of Peace, Francis urged wor...
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| 13.12.2023 11:59
China showcases its homegrown passenger jets in Hong Kong
The Chinese aerospace company, COMAC, showcased its domestically-developed C919 passenger jet in Hong Kong, marking the first time the aircraft has ventured outside of mainland China. The C919, along with another Chinese-made aircraft, the ARJ21, were displayed at a welcome ceremony held at Hong Ko...
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| 11.12.2023 23:35
Europe's World-Leading AI Rules: Impact on Global Population Explained
European Union officials have reached an agreement on the Artificial Intelligence Act, a set of regulations designed to govern the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the 27-nation bloc. The Act takes a "risk-based approach" and focuses on regulating uses of AI rather than the technology itself....
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| 11.12.2023 18:24
AWS chief Adam Selipsky talks generative AI, Amazon's investment in Anthropic and cloud cost cutting
In a recent interview with the Associated Press, Adam Selipsky, the CEO of Amazon Web Services (AWS), discussed the current state of cloud spending and the future of generative AI. Selipsky acknowledged that some AWS customers have been cutting back on their cloud spending due to challenges with th...
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| 11.12.2023 16:21
'Barbie' and Israel-Hamas war top 2023's Google searches
In a groundbreaking announcement, Google has unveiled its highly anticipated "Year in Search" for 2023, providing a comprehensive overview of the world's search history. From captivating pop culture moments to impactful global news, this annual roundup encompasses a wide range of topics that have c...
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| 09.12.2023 19:35
OpenAI's Boardroom Drama: Unveiling Key Players
Could potentially have disastrous consequences for humanity. She is also involved in national security issues and writes about them for a think tank at Georgetown University. Another former board member, Tasha McCauley, is an adjunct senior management scientist at the RAND Corporation, a well-respe...
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| 09.12.2023 10:38
Europe strikes historic deal to regulate artificial intelligence
European Union negotiators have reached a significant milestone in the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) by signing a political agreement for the Artificial Intelligence Act. This agreement, hailed as the world's first comprehensive AI rules, will pave the way for legal oversight of techno...
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| 08.12.2023 18:30
UK Watchdog Examines Microsoft's Multibillion-Dollar OpenAI Partnership
Microsoft's multibillion-dollar partnership with ChatGPT maker OpenAI is facing potential investigation by the UK's competition regulator, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The CMA wants to review if the partnership has resulted in an acquisition of control and if it has impacted competi...
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| 06.12.2023 22:40
Google Unveils Gemini, its Cutting-Edge AI Model, in Global Race for Superiority
Google Launches Gemini AI Model to Compete with OpenAI's GPT Models On Wednesday, Google made a major move in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI) with the launch of its new AI model called Gemini. This ambitious project aims to rival OpenAI's GPT models and enhance various applicat...
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| 06.12.2023 15:54
Europe's AI Regulation Leadership Hangs in the Balance
The European Union's push to approve the world's first comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) rules is at risk of being upended due to the boom in generative AI technology. Governments worldwide are scrambling to regulate this emerging technology, but the recent emergence of generative AI syste...
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| 05.12.2023 22:04
2023's Top-viewed Articles on Wikipedia Revealed
In a year marked by technological advancements and global events, English Wikipedia has captured the attention of millions of internet users, with over 84 billion views in 2023, as revealed by the Wikimedia Foundation. Topping the list of the most-read articles was ChatGPT, the widely popular AI ch...
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| 04.12.2023 11:03
Europe's AI regulations face critical test
European Union artificial intelligence (AI) rules, hailed as a world first, are facing a critical moment as negotiators attempt to finalize the details this week. The EU's AI Act, first proposed in 2019, was expected to be the first comprehensive AI regulation in the world, reinforcing the bloc's p...
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| 03.12.2023 19:24
The Visionaries Driving the AI Revolution
In the world of artificial intelligence, there are key figures who have influenced its development and pushed the boundaries of technology. One such individual is Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, a San Francisco-based AI lab. Altman played a crucial role in the creation of OpenAI after meeting with E...
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| 03.12.2023 01:10
US, UK, and Australia Join Forces in High-Tech Pact to Counter China
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with defense chiefs from Australia and the United Kingdom at the U.S. military's defense technology hub in Silicon Valley to strengthen high-tech military cooperation and counter China's growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The goal of the meeting was to...
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| 01.12.2023 00:45
Brazilian City's Secretly Penned Ordinance: A Surprising Collaboration With ChatGPT
In a groundbreaking move, city lawmakers in Porto Alegre, Brazil, have unknowingly passed what is believed to be the country's first legislation written entirely by artificial intelligence (AI). The ordinance, aimed at preventing taxpayers from being charged to replace stolen water consumption mete...
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| 30.11.2023 18:39
Meta takes down thousands of fake Facebook accounts targeting 2024 voters
In a recent announcement, Meta revealed that thousands of fake social media accounts originating from China were created to pose as American users and spread polarizing political content. The network, which consisted of nearly 4,800 fake accounts, aimed to build an audience on Meta-owned platforms...
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| 29.11.2023 10:50
Michigan to join state-level effort to regulate AI political ads as federal legislation pends
Michigan to Implement State-Level Policies to Regulate Deceptive Uses of Artificial Intelligence in Political Advertising LANSING, Mich. - In an effort to combat deceptive uses of artificial intelligence and manipulated media during political campaigns, Michigan is set to join several other states...
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| 29.11.2023 06:55
Amazon Introduces Q, an AI-powered Business Chatbot
At an annual conference for its AWS cloud computing service in Las Vegas, Amazon made the announcement about Q, its new business chatbot. This move is seen as a response to competitors who have already introduced chatbots that have captivated the public's attention. One such competitor is OpenAI, a...
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| 29.11.2023 03:26
AI Experiment Backfires: Sports Illustrated Suffers Major Setback
Sports Illustrated, a renowned media company, is facing a tarnished reputation due to their lack of transparency in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). The company recently fired a third-party company, AdVon Commerce, which produced articles written under the names of non-existent authors. Whi...
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| 28.11.2023 21:28
Discover the Best with Apple's Top Apps in the App Store
In the latest rankings of top iPhone apps in the US, a diverse range of apps has made it to the list. The rankings include both free and paid apps, showcasing the preferences of iPhone users in the country. Starting with the top free iPhone apps, the first spot is occupied by Temu: Shop Like a Bill...
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| 27.11.2023 09:58
Discover Merriam-Webster's 2023 Word of the Year: Authenticity
In an age where deepfakes and post-truth narratives dominate, the Merriam-Webster word of the year for 2023 is "authentic." In an exclusive interview with The Associated Press, editor at large Peter Sokolowski revealed that the word "authentic" garnered high search numbers on the dictionary company...
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| 22.11.2023 17:58
OpenAI's Wild Week: The Unraveling of the Sam Altman Firing
In a week of shocking events in the tech industry, the firing and subsequent reinstatement of Sam Altman, the leader of OpenAI, has captured the attention of many. Altman, who is considered one of the most influential figures in the AI industry, was fired by OpenAI's board on Friday night in a surp...
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| 22.11.2023 11:07
OpenAI Reinstates Sam Altman as CEO Following Recent Controversy
In a shocking turn of events, Sam Altman, the ousted CEO of OpenAI, is returning to the company that fired him last week. OpenAI, the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence firm, announced on Tuesday that they have reached an agreement in principle for Altman to resume his role as CEO. The new...
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| 22.11.2023 02:29
Unconventional nonprofit structure leads to dramatic CEO ouster at OpenAI
In a shocking turn of events, CEO Sam Altman of OpenAI, one of the world's most renowned AI companies, was ousted by four board members on Friday. OpenAI, originally established as a nonprofit organization, has since transitioned to a for-profit model but still operates under the control of the non...
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| 21.11.2023 11:56
Microsoft hires OpenAI founders to lead AI research team after ChatGPT maker's shakeup
In a shocking turn of events, OpenAI, the renowned company behind ChatGPT, has been thrown into turmoil after Microsoft hired its ousted CEO, Sam Altman, and many employees threatened to follow suit. The conflict at the heart of this upheaval revolves around the differing opinions on how to develop...
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| 21.11.2023 10:44
UK leader Rishi Sunak urges world to use AI and science to end malnutrition
At the Global Food Security Summit held in London, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced on Monday the establishment of a new science initiative aimed at developing flood-tolerant rice, disease-resistant wheat, and other crops that can withstand the challenges posed by climate change. The ev...
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| 21.11.2023 07:30
Meet Emmett Shear: OpenAI's Dynamic New CEO
In a surprising turn of events, OpenAI, a prominent artificial intelligence company, has appointed Emmett Shear, the former head of Twitch, as its interim CEO. This decision comes just days after the company's controversial firing of its well-known leader, Sam Altman. The sudden change in leadershi...
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| 21.11.2023 05:38
Artists urge U.S. copyright reforms, tech industry resists AI regulations
Country singers, romance novelists, video game artists, and voice actors are urgently requesting relief from the potential threat that artificial intelligence (AI) poses to their livelihoods. Thousands of letters have been submitted to the U.S. Copyright Office expressing concerns about the replica...
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| 21.11.2023 03:43
Corporate and Global Leaders Brace for AI's Transformative Impact on the Future
World Leaders and Tech Titans Gather in San Francisco to Discuss the Future of AI SAN FRANCISCO - The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference in San Francisco has brought together President Joe Biden, global leaders, and tech CEOs to delve into the complexities of artificial intelligence (AI)....
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| 21.11.2023 03:40
Pentagon AI Chief Talks Network-Centric Warfare & Generative AI Challenges
The Pentagon's chief digital and artificial intelligence officer, Craig Martell, recently expressed his concerns about the potential dangers of generative artificial intelligence systems, such as ChatGPT, which could be used to deceive and spread disinformation. Speaking at the DefCon hacker conven...
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