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07 Aug 2025

Google's Gemini AI Launches Storybook Feature: A New Frontier in Children's Literature or a Cause for Concern?

Google's Gemini AI introduces a new Storybook feature that can generate personalized, illustrated children's books from prompts, sparking debate about its implications for creativity, parenting, and childhood development.

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Universal Pictures Takes Stand Against AI Training with New Legal Warning in Movie Credits

Universal Pictures has added a legal warning to its movie credits, stating that its films "may not be used to train AI," in an effort to protect its intellectual property from unauthorized use by AI companies.

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Battlefield 6 Introduces AI Bots in Training Grounds: A Controversial Yet Controlled Approach

Battlefield 6 developers clarify the use of AI bots in the game's open beta, emphasizing their limited presence in Training Grounds playlists to help new players acclimate to the game.

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06 Aug 2025

AI Companions for Teens: A Double-Edged Sword of Connection and Concern

A new study reveals that three-quarters of US teens are using AI companion apps, raising concerns about social development and potential risks.

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Google Gemini Introduces AI-Powered Storybook Creation Feature

Google has launched a new feature for its Gemini AI that allows users to create personalized, illustrated storybooks complete with narration, offering a blend of creativity and technology for storytelling.

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Grok's New "Spicy" Mode Sparks Controversy with AI-Generated Explicit Content

Elon Musk's Grok AI introduces a "Spicy" mode for generating explicit images and videos, raising concerns about deepfakes and non-consensual content creation.

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The AI Dating Dilemma: Enhancing Profiles or Eroding Authenticity?

As AI increasingly influences online dating, experts warn of potential risks to genuine human connections and authenticity in relationships.

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Swedish Prime Minister's Use of ChatGPT Sparks Debate on AI in Governance

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson admits to using ChatGPT for "second opinions" on policy decisions, igniting a heated debate about the role of AI in government and its potential risks.

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DeepMind's Genie 3: A Breakthrough in AI World Models with Potential for AGI

Google DeepMind unveils Genie 3, an advanced AI world model capable of generating interactive 3D environments in real-time, marking a significant step towards artificial general intelligence.

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Riot Games Faces Backlash Over AI-Generated League of Legends: Wild Rift Trailer

Riot Games and Tencent spark controversy with an alleged AI-generated trailer for League of Legends: Wild Rift's third anniversary, leading to fan outrage and discussions about AI's role in game development and marketing.

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05 Aug 2025

The Rise of 'Clanker': How a Star Wars Term Became a Slur for AI and Robots

A derogatory term from Star Wars has evolved into a widespread slur for AI and robots, reflecting growing anxieties about technological advancement and its impact on society.

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AI-Generated Interview with Parkland Victim Sparks Controversy and Ethical Debate

Jim Acosta's interview with an AI avatar of Joaquin Oliver, a victim of the Parkland school shooting, ignites a firestorm of criticism and raises questions about the ethical use of AI in journalism and advocacy.

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Deus Ex Voice Actor Condemns AI-Generated Voice Mod for Cyberpunk 2077

Elias Toufexis, the voice of Adam Jensen in Deus Ex, strongly opposes an AI mod that replaces Cyberpunk 2077's protagonist's voice with his character's, highlighting growing concerns about AI in voice acting.

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Disney's AI Experiments in Filmmaking Face Legal and Ethical Hurdles

Disney's attempts to incorporate generative AI in upcoming films like 'Moana' and 'Tron: Ares' have been stymied by legal concerns and potential public backlash, highlighting the challenges of AI adoption in Hollywood.

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Character.AI Introduces AI-Powered Social Feed to Mobile Apps

Character.AI, a popular AI chatbot platform, has launched an AI-native social feed in its mobile apps, allowing users to interact with AI-generated content and characters in a new, more engaging way.

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