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15 Aug 2025

AI-Generated 'Australiana' Images Reveal Racial and Cultural Biases, Study Finds

A new study shows that AI-generated images of Australia and Australians are riddled with outdated stereotypes, racial biases, and cultural clichés, challenging the perception of AI as intelligent and creative.

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Google Unveils Gemma 3 270M: A Compact AI Model Revolutionizing On-Device AI

Google's DeepMind releases Gemma 3 270M, a small but powerful open-source AI model designed for efficient on-device performance, capable of running on smartphones and even in web browsers.

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Coatue Management Doubles Down on AI Investments, Adds Oracle to Portfolio

Hedge fund Coatue Management, led by Philippe Laffont, has made significant moves in the AI sector, including a new position in Oracle and increased stakes in Nvidia and Microsoft.

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The Rise of Generative Engine Optimization: Reshaping Brand Visibility in the AI Era

As AI-powered search tools become increasingly prevalent, businesses are adapting their digital marketing strategies to focus on Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) to maintain visibility and relevance in AI-generated responses.

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AI-Powered Smartwatches Achieve 78% Accuracy in Identifying Daily Activities, Paving the Way for Advanced Health Monitoring

Washington State University researchers have developed an AI algorithm that can identify daily activities from smartwatch data with 78% accuracy, potentially revolutionizing health monitoring and caregiving assessment.

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Meta Under Scrutiny: AI Chatbots' Inappropriate Interactions with Minors Spark Congressional Investigation

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley launches a probe into Meta's AI policies following revelations about chatbots engaging in inappropriate conversations with children, raising concerns about AI safety and regulation.

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Beijing Hosts Inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games: A Showcase of AI and Robotics Progress

China's capital city, Beijing, hosted the first-ever World Humanoid Robot Games, featuring 280 teams from 16 countries competing in various sports and practical tasks, highlighting advancements in AI and robotics while also revealing current limitations.

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Anthropic Launches Learning Modes for Claude AI: A New Approach to AI-Assisted Education

Anthropic introduces learning modes for Claude AI and Claude Code, transforming the chatbot into an educational tool that guides users through problem-solving rather than providing direct answers.

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HSBC Plans Massive Expansion of Staff and Office Surveillance

HSBC is set to dramatically increase surveillance measures in its new London office, including a fourfold increase in cameras and doubled biometric readers, as part of a global security strategy.

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Study Reveals Extensive 24/7 Student Monitoring by School-Based Online Surveillance Companies

A UC San Diego study uncovers the widespread use of AI-driven surveillance technologies in schools, raising concerns about privacy and oversight.

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US Power Grid Struggles to Keep Pace with AI Data Center Boom, While China Surges Ahead

The rapid growth of AI data centers is straining the US power grid, causing concerns about infrastructure readiness and electricity costs. Meanwhile, China appears well-prepared to meet the energy demands of its AI ambitions.

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Google's Lobbying Loophole: How a Subsidiary Shift Obscures Executive Influence

Google's internal reorganization in 2020 moved in-house lobbyists to a subsidiary, potentially shielding millions in executive lobbying expenses from public disclosure. This move has sparked debate about transparency in corporate lobbying practices.

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Google Boosts Stake in TeraWulf, Backing $3.7 Billion AI Infrastructure Deal

TeraWulf, a Bitcoin mining company, secures a major AI infrastructure hosting deal with Fluidstack, backed by Google. The agreement significantly increases TeraWulf's revenue potential and marks its pivot towards AI computing.

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Brain Implant Decodes Inner Speech with Password Protection, Advancing AI-Powered Communication

Scientists have developed a brain-computer interface that can decode a person's inner speech with up to 74% accuracy, using a password protection mechanism to ensure privacy.

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AI-Designed Antibiotics Show Promise Against Drug-Resistant Superbugs

MIT researchers use generative AI to create novel antibiotics effective against drug-resistant gonorrhea and MRSA, opening new possibilities in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

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