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19 Dec 2024

Odyssey Unveils AI-Powered Explorer Tool for Generating Photorealistic 3D Worlds

Odyssey, an AI startup, launches Explorer, a tool that transforms text or images into detailed 3D renderings. The company also announces Pixar co-founder Ed Catmull joining its board, signaling a significant development in AI-generated content for creative industries.

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World Athletics Implements AI Protection for Athletes Against Cyberbullying

World Athletics offers AI-powered social media protection to 25 athletes following a comprehensive study on online abuse in sports, revealing alarming trends in cyberbullying during major athletic events.

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18 Dec 2024

Will Wright's Proxi: The AI Life Sim That Blurs Reality and Memory

Will Wright, creator of The Sims, unveils Proxi, an ambitious AI-driven life simulation game that uses players' real memories to create personalized digital worlds.

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YouTube Partners with CAA to Combat AI-Generated Celebrity Deepfakes

YouTube is collaborating with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) to test new technology that will help celebrities and athletes identify and manage AI-generated content using their likeness on the platform.

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Google-Backed AI Startup Character.ai Hosts Controversial School Shooter Chatbots

Character.ai, a Google-funded AI startup, is under scrutiny for hosting chatbots modeled after real-life school shooters and their victims, raising concerns about content moderation and potential psychological impacts.

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17 Dec 2024

Catly Developer Denies AI and Blockchain Use Amid Controversy

SuperAuthenti, the developer of the open-world cat game Catly, refutes allegations of using generative AI and blockchain technology in their game, sparking discussions about AI's role in game development.

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Jane Pek's 'The Rivals': A Modern Mystery Novel Blending AI, Online Dating, and Detective Work

Jane Pek's new mystery novel 'The Rivals' features Claudia Lin, an online dating detective navigating the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and human relationships in New York City.

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AI-Powered NFL Predictions: Revolutionizing Sports Betting and Fantasy Football

SportsLine's AI PickBot and advanced models are changing the landscape of NFL betting and fantasy football, offering data-driven insights for Monday Night Football games.

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Lisa Kudrow Criticizes Tom Hanks' AI-Driven Film 'Here' as Threat to Acting Profession

Lisa Kudrow expresses concerns about the use of AI de-aging technology in Robert Zemeckis' film 'Here', starring Tom Hanks and Robin Wright, highlighting potential threats to the acting profession and broader societal implications.

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16 Dec 2024

AI-Powered "Nudify" Sites Pose New Threat to Schools and Teens

A disturbing trend of AI-generated nude images in schools highlights the urgent need for policy changes and increased awareness about the misuse of artificial intelligence technology.

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Instagram Head Warns of AI-Generated Content Risks, Urges User Vigilance

Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, cautions users about the increasing difficulty in distinguishing between real and AI-generated images on social media platforms, emphasizing the need for user vigilance and improved content labeling.

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15 Dec 2024

AI-Powered SportsLine PickBot Releases NFL Week 16 Predictions

SportsLine's self-learning AI PickBot has released its predictions for Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season, offering insights on spreads, over-unders, and money lines for all games.

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13 Dec 2024

Amazon Prime Video Introduces AI-Powered 'AI Topics' for Enhanced Content Discovery

Amazon's Prime Video launches 'AI Topics', a new AI-powered feature that analyzes viewing history to create personalized content recommendations, aiming to simplify the user experience in finding relevant shows and movies.

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YouTube's AI-Generated Comment Replies: A Mixed Bag of Nonsense and Concerns

YouTube's new AI-enhanced reply suggestions for creators are generating nonsensical and sometimes inappropriate responses, raising questions about the effectiveness and implications of AI in content creation and user engagement.

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OpenAI Spreads Holiday Cheer with ChatGPT's New Santa Mode

OpenAI introduces a festive Santa voice for ChatGPT, allowing users to interact with an AI-powered Santa Claus through voice and video features. This temporary addition aims to bring holiday spirit to AI interactions.

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