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15 Apr 2025

Meta Resumes AI Training on EU User Data Amid Privacy Concerns

Meta announces plans to train its AI models using public content from adult EU users, sparking discussions about data privacy and GDPR compliance.

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14 Apr 2025

AI-Generated Lawyer Avatar Sparks Controversy in New York Courtroom

A 74-year-old plaintiff's attempt to use an AI-generated lawyer avatar in a New York courtroom backfires, raising questions about the use of artificial intelligence in legal proceedings.

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OpenAI to Implement ID Verification for Advanced AI Model Access

OpenAI plans to introduce a new 'Verified Organization' status, requiring ID verification for access to future advanced AI models through its API, aiming to enhance security and prevent misuse.

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The AI Art Controversy: Studio Ghibli Style Sparks Debate on Creativity and Copyright

The rise of AI-generated art in the style of Studio Ghibli has ignited a fierce debate about intellectual property, creativity, and the future of human artists in an AI-dominated landscape.

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SoundHound AI Faces Securities Fraud Lawsuit Over Financial Reporting Issues

Multiple law firms have filed class action lawsuits against SoundHound AI, alleging securities fraud related to material weaknesses in the company's internal controls and financial reporting, particularly concerning corporate acquisitions.

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12 Apr 2025

The Ethical Dilemma of Human-AI Relationships: Psychologists Raise Alarm

Psychologists explore the growing trend of intimate human-AI relationships, highlighting potential risks such as disrupted human connections, harmful advice, and exploitation. The study calls for more research to understand and mitigate these emerging ethical challenges.

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US Regulators Deny Rehearing on Amazon-Talen Energy Data Center Power Deal

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has denied a request to reconsider its decision blocking an Amazon data center from increasing its power consumption beyond 300 megawatts, highlighting the growing tension between AI-driven energy demands and public utility concerns.

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Ireland's Data Regulator Launches Investigation into X's Use of EU User Data for AI Training

Ireland's Data Protection Commission has opened an inquiry into X (formerly Twitter) over potential GDPR violations related to the use of European users' public posts to train its AI chatbot, Grok.

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11 Apr 2025

Yiren Digital's "Zhiyu Large Model" Receives Regulatory Approval for Commercial Use in China

Yiren Digital, a Chinese AI-powered financial services platform, has obtained regulatory approval for the commercial use of its proprietary "Zhiyu Large Model". This achievement marks a significant milestone in AI innovation and positions the company among an elite group of AI innovators in China.

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Fake Social Media Accounts Manipulate Philippine Political Discourse, Targeting Upcoming Elections

A sophisticated network of fake social media accounts is shaping political discourse in the Philippines, initially defending former President Duterte and now targeting the upcoming mid-term elections, according to research by tech firm Cyabra.

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OpenAI Faces Scrutiny Over Shortened AI Model Safety Testing Timelines

OpenAI has significantly reduced the time allocated for safety testing of its new AI models, raising concerns about potential risks and the company's commitment to thorough evaluations.

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Microsoft's Controversial Recall Feature Returns to Windows 11, Sparking Privacy Concerns

Microsoft reintroduces its AI-powered Recall feature for Windows 11, which automatically screenshots and indexes user activity, raising privacy and security concerns among experts and users.

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Bernie Sanders Warns of AI and Robotics Threat to Jobs, Criticizes Musk's Influence on Federal Workforce

Senator Bernie Sanders raises alarm about the impact of AI and robotics on job security, using Elon Musk's involvement in federal job cuts as an example of potential future workforce disruptions.

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Fintech Founder Charged with Fraud for Misrepresenting AI Capabilities in Shopping App

Albert Saniger, founder of Nate, faces fraud charges for claiming AI-powered shopping when human workers were actually processing transactions.

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AI's Climate Impact: Energy Consumption vs. Potential Benefits

A new report by the International Energy Agency examines the complex relationship between AI, energy consumption, and climate change, challenging both alarmist and optimistic views.

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