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03 Oct 2025

OpenAI's Sora App: Facial Data Security and Account Deletion Concerns

OpenAI's new Sora app raises questions about facial data security and introduces a strict account deletion policy that affects both Sora and ChatGPT users.

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02 Oct 2025

Neon App Promises Return After Privacy Breach, Raising Concerns About AI Training Data

The Neon app, which pays users for their phone call recordings to sell to AI companies, plans to return after a major security flaw forced it offline. The incident has sparked debates about privacy, data security, and the ethics of AI training data collection.

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ECB Selects AI Startup Feedzai for Digital Euro Fraud Prevention

The European Central Bank has chosen Feedzai, an AI-focused startup, to develop fraud detection mechanisms for the upcoming digital euro. This move marks a significant step in the ECB's plans to launch a central bank digital currency.

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Google's AI-Powered Age Verification System Locks Users Out of Search

Google's new age verification system, powered by AI, is causing widespread issues for users of Google Search. Adults are being mistakenly identified as minors, resulting in account restrictions and limited access to services.

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Deepfake Political Ads Surge on Meta Platforms, Raising Scam Concerns

A watchdog report reveals a significant increase in deepfake political ads on Meta platforms, with scammers exploiting AI technology to create fake videos of politicians promoting non-existent government benefits. This trend raises concerns about online fraud and platform integrity.

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VP Vance Defends Trump's Controversial AI-Generated Videos Amid Government Shutdown

Vice President JD Vance dismisses concerns over President Trump's racially charged AI-generated videos targeting Democratic leaders during shutdown negotiations. The incident sparks debate on the use of AI in political discourse and its potential impact on bipartisan cooperation.

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Meta to Use AI Chat Data for Targeted Ads, Raising Privacy Concerns

Meta announces plans to utilize user interactions with AI for personalized content and ad recommendations across its platforms, starting December 16. The move raises privacy concerns as users cannot opt out of this data collection.

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01 Oct 2025

Silicon Valley's New Warlord: Tech Entrepreneur Pivots to Defense Contracting

Steven Simoni, a former tech entrepreneur, has transformed into a defense contractor with his AI-powered autonomous machine gun. His company, Allen Control Systems, is attracting attention from the Pentagon and venture capitalists alike.

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Google AI Search Inconsistency Sparks Debate on Political Bias

Google's AI search tools show inconsistent handling of queries about Trump and Biden's cognitive health, raising questions about bias and transparency in AI-powered information systems.

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Apple Moves to Dismiss Elon Musk's Antitrust Lawsuit Over OpenAI Partnership

Apple has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit by Elon Musk's xAI and X Corp, which alleged anti-competitive practices in Apple's partnership with OpenAI. The tech giant argues that the claims are baseless and that its agreement with OpenAI is non-exclusive.

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Bollywood Stars Battle AI-Generated Content on YouTube, Challenging Google's Policies

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan sue Google over AI-generated videos on YouTube, seeking protection of their personality rights and changes to AI training policies.

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Trump Orders $50M AI Boost for Childhood Cancer Research Amid Budget Controversies

President Trump signs an executive order allocating $50 million for AI-driven pediatric cancer research, building on previous initiatives. The move comes amid criticism over proposed budget cuts to broader cancer research funding.

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Disney Takes Legal Action Against Character.AI Over Unauthorized Use of Copyrighted Characters

Disney sends a cease-and-desist letter to AI startup Character.AI, demanding the removal of Disney characters from its platform. The move highlights growing concerns over AI's impact on intellectual property rights and child safety in the entertainment industry.

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Trump's AI-Generated Video Sparks Controversy and Criticism

President Trump's use of AI-generated videos depicting Democratic leaders with racist stereotypes has ignited a firestorm of criticism. The incident highlights the growing concern over the use of AI in political discourse and its potential for spreading disinformation.

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