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17 Nov 2025

Where Winds Meet Players Push AI Chatbot NPCs to Their Limits in Creative and Chaotic Ways

The popular wuxia MMO Where Winds Meet features AI-powered NPCs that players can converse with naturally, leading to both hilarious and controversial interactions as gamers test the boundaries of these chatbot characters.

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Sakana AI Raises $135M Series B at $2.65B Valuation, Targeting Japan-Specific AI Solutions

Tokyo-based Sakana AI secured $135 million in Series B funding at a $2.65 billion valuation to develop AI models optimized for Japanese language and culture. The startup plans to expand into defense, manufacturing, and government sectors while building sovereign AI solutions.

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Nvidia's Hyperlink Agent Brings Private AI-Powered Search to Local PCs

Nexa.ai's Hyperlink agent offers on-device AI search for Nvidia RTX PCs, delivering 3x faster indexing and 2x inference speed while keeping all data private and local.

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Anthropic CEO Warns AI Industry Must Embrace Transparency to Avoid Tobacco-Style Regulatory Backlash

Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, calls for greater transparency in AI development and warns that the technology could eliminate half of white-collar jobs within five years. He advocates for stronger regulation and expresses discomfort with a small group of tech leaders controlling AI's future.

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AI Breakthrough Enables First 100-Billion-Star Milky Way Simulation

Japanese researchers have created the most detailed Milky Way simulation ever, tracking 100 billion individual stars using AI-accelerated computing. The breakthrough runs 100 times faster than previous methods and could revolutionize climate and weather modeling.

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Indian Enterprises Accelerate AI Adoption with 47% Running Multiple Use Cases

A comprehensive EY-CII report reveals that nearly half of Indian enterprises now have multiple AI use cases operational, marking a significant shift from pilot programs to production deployment across core business functions.

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Patients Turn to AI Chatbots for Medical Advice as Healthcare System Frustrations Mount

Growing numbers of Americans are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT for health advice due to frustrations with the medical system, including long wait times, high costs, and impersonal care. While these tools offer 24/7 availability and empathetic responses, experts warn of significant risks from potential misinformation and overreliance on AI for medical decisions.

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16 Nov 2025

Ubisoft Admits AI-Generated Loading Screen 'Slipped Through' Into Anno 117: Pax Romana

Ubisoft faces backlash after an AI-generated loading screen appeared in Anno 117: Pax Romana's final release, with the company claiming it was an unintended placeholder that will be replaced in an upcoming patch.

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Samsung and Hyundai Announce Major Domestic AI Investments Following US-South Korea Trade Deal

Samsung pledges $310 billion over five years including new AI chip production lines, while Hyundai commits $86 billion through 2030 for AI and autonomous vehicle development. The investments come as South Korea balances domestic manufacturing with $350 billion US commitments under a new trade agreement.

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15 Nov 2025

AI Transforms Road Safety: Cities Deploy Smart Cameras and Data Analytics to Address America's Infrastructure Crisis

US cities and states are implementing AI-powered systems using dashboard cameras, street sweeper-mounted sensors, and cellphone data to automatically detect road hazards like potholes and damaged guardrails. These technologies help prioritize repairs and improve traffic safety with 97% accuracy in identifying problems.

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Leaked Documents Reveal OpenAI's Massive Compute Costs May Exceed Revenue

Leaked financial documents show OpenAI paid Microsoft $866 million in the first three quarters of 2025, while inference costs soared to $8.65 billion, raising questions about the company's profitability and the broader AI industry's financial sustainability.

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Nvidia Reports Record $57B Revenue as CEO Dismisses AI Bubble Concerns

Nvidia delivered record-breaking Q3 results with $57 billion in revenue, driven by unprecedented demand for AI chips. CEO Jensen Huang dismissed AI bubble concerns while the company projects continued growth with $65 billion forecasted for Q4.

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AI Data Center Boom Sparks Electricity Grid Crisis and Consumer Cost Concerns

Utilities are forecasting dramatic electricity demand increases to power AI data centers, but regulators question whether these projections are based on speculative projects that may never materialize, potentially leaving consumers to pay billions for unnecessary infrastructure.

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AI-Powered Black Friday Scams Surge as Cybercriminals Exploit Holiday Shopping Rush

Cybercriminals are leveraging AI technology to create sophisticated Black Friday scams, including deepfake celebrity endorsements and spoofed websites. Security experts warn shoppers to be extra cautious as these AI-generated threats become increasingly difficult to detect.

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Google Gemini Introduces Reference Image Feature for Enhanced Veo 3.1 Video Generation

Google rolls out a new update to its Veo 3.1 video generation tool within Gemini, allowing users to upload up to three reference images as visual 'ingredients' to guide AI video creation. The feature aims to reduce reliance on complex text prompts while enabling more personalized and accurate video outputs.

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