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29 Nov 2024

Cadbury 5 Star's 'Make AI Mediocre Again' Campaign: A Humorous Take on AI's Rapid Advancement

Cadbury 5 Star launches a satirical campaign aimed at slowing down AI progress, promoting their 'Do Nothing' philosophy in response to AI's increasing impact on daily life.

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28 Nov 2024

AI Jesus Experiment in Swiss Chapel Explores Intersection of Faith and Technology

A two-month art installation in a Swiss Catholic chapel featuring an AI-powered 'Jesus' avatar draws both praise and controversy, raising questions about the role of artificial intelligence in religion.

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TikTok to Ban Beauty Filters for Teens Amid Mental Health Concerns

TikTok announces plans to restrict the use of appearance-altering filters for users under 18, citing concerns about mental health impacts and unrealistic beauty standards.

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Activision Deploys AI to Combat Cheaters in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Banning 19,000 Players

Activision's anti-cheat system, Ricochet, has banned over 19,000 players from Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's ranked play using AI and hourly sweeps, highlighting the ongoing battle against cheaters in online gaming.

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Character.AI Removes Popular Fictional Characters Amid Copyright Concerns

Character.AI, a popular AI chatbot platform, has begun removing AI-powered chatbots based on copyrighted fictional characters, sparking user outrage and raising questions about the future of AI-generated content in fandom communities.

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27 Nov 2024

Ex-Google CEO Warns of AI Companions' Potential to Radicalize Lonely Young Men

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt raises concerns about the impact of AI companions on young men, highlighting potential risks of radicalization and the need for regulatory changes.

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OpenAI's Sora Video Generator Leaked by Protesting Artists, Raising Ethical Concerns

A group of artists participating in OpenAI's Sora video generator beta test leaked access to the tool in protest, citing concerns over exploitation and lack of compensation. The incident highlights tensions between AI developers and artists in the rapidly evolving field of AI-generated content.

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Viture's Pro Neckband: A Leap Forward in Wearable Spatial Computing for AR Glasses

Viture introduces the Pro Neckband, a powerful wearable spatial computer that enhances AR glasses capabilities with AI assistance, gesture controls, and 3D content conversion.

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26 Nov 2024

IMAX Partners with CAMB.AI for AI-Powered Content Localization

IMAX collaborates with CAMB.AI to use AI for translating and dubbing original content into multiple languages, aiming to expand its global reach and cater to non-English speaking audiences.

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Animation Guild Secures Tentative Deal with Studios, Including AI Protections

The Animation Guild has reached a tentative agreement with major Hollywood studios, addressing key issues such as AI guardrails, wage increases, and remote work protections. The deal, which awaits member ratification, marks a significant step in shaping the future of the animation industry.

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AI-Powered NFL Prop Predictions: Chargers vs. Ravens Monday Night Football

SportsLine's AI PickBot offers prop bet predictions for the Chargers vs. Ravens Monday Night Football game, showcasing the growing influence of AI in sports betting analysis.

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25 Nov 2024

AI-Powered NFL Predictions: SportsLine's PickBot Revolutionizes Sports Betting

SportsLine's AI PickBot, using advanced machine learning, provides detailed NFL predictions and betting picks for Week 13 games, showcasing the growing influence of AI in sports analytics and betting.

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24 Nov 2024

AI Art Sparks Debate: From Harold Cohen's AARON to Ai-Da's Million-Dollar Painting

The intersection of AI and art gains prominence with Ai-Da's $1 million painting, while a Tate Modern exhibition explores the historical relationship between technology and creativity.

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23 Nov 2024

Threads Introduces AI-Powered Summaries and Advanced Search Features to Compete with X and Bluesky

Meta's Threads platform is testing new features including AI-generated summaries for trending topics and advanced search capabilities, in an effort to enhance user experience and compete with rivals X and Bluesky.

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Netflix Removes AI-Generated Arcane Poster Amid Controversy and Riot Games' Criticism

Netflix faced backlash after using an AI-generated promotional poster for Arcane Season 2, leading to its removal and criticism from Riot Games for disrespecting the show's artists.

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