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14 Feb 2025

UK Rebrands AI Safety Institute to AI Security Institute, Shifts Focus to Cybersecurity and Partnerships

The UK government has renamed its AI Safety Institute to AI Security Institute, signaling a shift in focus from AI safety to cybersecurity and economic growth. This move is accompanied by a new partnership with AI company Anthropic to explore AI applications in public services.

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OpenAI Removes Content Warnings from ChatGPT, Sparking Debate on AI Censorship

OpenAI has removed certain content warnings from ChatGPT, aiming to reduce unnecessary denials and improve user experience. This change, along with updates to OpenAI's Model Spec, has ignited discussions about AI censorship and neutrality.

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EU Scales Back AI Regulations, Denies US Influence in Decision

The European Union has withdrawn its AI Liability Directive and is scaling back tech regulations to boost AI investment and competitiveness, while denying that the decision was influenced by US pressure.

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Mastercard Launches AI-Powered Anti-Money Laundering Service 'Trace' in Asia Pacific

Mastercard introduces Trace, an AI-driven anti-money laundering tool, to combat financial crime in Asia Pacific's real-time payment networks. The service leverages large-scale data from multiple institutions to provide a holistic view of suspicious activities.

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Major Publishers Sue AI Startup Cohere for Copyright Infringement

A group of prominent news publishers has filed a lawsuit against Canadian AI startup Cohere, alleging systematic copyright and trademark infringement in the training and output of its AI models.

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AI-Powered Crypto Scams Set New Records in 2024, Chainalysis Reports

Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis reveals that crypto scams, fueled by AI and sophisticated techniques like "pig butchering," likely reached record-breaking revenues in 2024, with projections indicating continued growth in 2025.

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AI System 'Knife Hunter' Revolutionizes UK's Fight Against Knife Crime

The University of Surrey, in collaboration with the Metropolitan Police, has developed an AI system called Knife Hunter to combat knife crime in the UK. This innovative tool enhances weapon identification, origin tracing, and crime pattern analysis.

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EU Withdraws AI Liability Directive Amid Global Regulatory Debates

The European Commission has withdrawn its proposed AI Liability Directive, citing lack of progress in negotiations. This move comes amidst global discussions on AI regulation, with the US seeking public input on its AI Action Plan.

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OpenAI Rejects Elon Musk's $97.4 Billion Takeover Bid, Considers Governance Reforms

OpenAI unanimously rejects Elon Musk's $97.4 billion takeover bid and explores governance reforms, including special voting rights for its nonprofit board, to protect against future hostile takeovers and maintain its mission.

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Scarlett Johansson Condemns AI-Generated Video Amid Kanye West Controversy, Calls for Stricter AI Regulation

An AI-generated video depicting celebrities protesting Kanye West's antisemitic remarks has gone viral, prompting Scarlett Johansson to speak out against AI misuse and call for stricter regulations.

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Google Tests AI-Powered Age Estimation for Enhanced User Protection

Google announces plans to test a machine learning-based age estimation model in the US, aiming to provide more age-appropriate experiences across its platforms, including YouTube.

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13 Feb 2025

Google and Poland Sign Memorandum to Develop AI in Energy and Cybersecurity Sectors

Google and Poland have signed a memorandum to develop AI applications in energy, cybersecurity, and other strategic sectors. The tech giant also plans to invest in digital skills training for Polish youth.

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Elon Musk Calls for Radical Government Restructuring and Discusses AI Developments at World Governments Summit

Elon Musk, in his new role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency, advocates for deleting entire U.S. government agencies and adopting an isolationist foreign policy. He also discusses AI developments, including the upcoming release of X's Grok 3 chatbot and his recent bid for OpenAI.

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Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt Warns of AI Misuse by Rogue States and Terrorists

Eric Schmidt, ex-Google CEO, expresses concerns about AI being weaponized for terror, highlighting potential misuse by rogue states and terrorists. He advocates for balanced oversight while warning against over-regulation that could stifle innovation.

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DeepSeek: China's AI Breakthrough Challenges U.S. Dominance

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has disrupted the global AI landscape with its low-cost, high-performance models, intensifying the U.S.-China tech rivalry and prompting widespread adoption among Chinese businesses.

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