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Berkshire Hathaway Warns of AI Deepfakes Impersonating Warren Buffett on YouTube

Berkshire Hathaway issued a warning about AI-generated deepfake videos circulating on YouTube that falsely impersonate Warren Buffett offering investment advice. The company expressed concern about potential fraud targeting individuals unfamiliar with the legendary investor.

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OpenAI Lobbies Trump Administration to Expand CHIPS Act Tax Credits for AI Infrastructure

OpenAI has formally requested the Trump administration to expand the CHIPS Act's Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit to cover AI data centers, servers, and electrical grid components, seeking federal support for its ambitious $1.4 trillion infrastructure buildout plans.

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Sora's AI Video Revolution Raises Urgent Questions About Digital Authenticity and Child Safety

OpenAI's Sora app enables users to create realistic AI-generated videos from text prompts, sparking concerns about misinformation, deepfakes, and child safety as experts struggle to develop effective detection methods.

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07 Nov 2025

AI-Generated 'Welfare Queen' Videos Spread Racist Misinformation About SNAP Benefits

Artificial intelligence is being used to create fake videos targeting Black women receiving SNAP benefits, perpetuating decades-old racist stereotypes while major news outlets mistakenly report the content as authentic.

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Nvidia CEO Confirms No Plans to Ship Blackwell GPUs to China Amid Ongoing Trade Restrictions

Jensen Huang states there are no active discussions about selling Nvidia's advanced Blackwell AI chips to China, citing both U.S. export restrictions and Beijing's preference for domestic alternatives. The chipmaker remains blocked from the Chinese market despite previous speculation about potential deals.

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EU Considers Delaying AI Act Implementation Amid US and Big Tech Pressure

The European Commission is proposing to pause parts of its landmark AI Act following intense pressure from US government and Big Tech companies. The potential delays include a one-year grace period for high-risk AI systems and postponing fines until 2027.

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Seven Families Sue OpenAI Over ChatGPT's Role in Suicides and Mental Health Crises

Seven new lawsuits filed against OpenAI allege that ChatGPT's GPT-4o model contributed to four suicides and three mental health breakdowns. The families claim the company rushed the model to market without adequate safety testing, prioritizing market competition over user safety.

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Spain Imposes Europe's First Fine for AI-Generated Sexual Images of Minors

Spain's data protection agency has issued the first financial penalty in Europe for creating and distributing AI-generated sexual images using real minors' faces, marking a significant legal precedent in the regulation of harmful AI-generated content.

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06 Nov 2025

Bipartisan Congressional Support Emerges for Trump's Nvidia China Chip Ban

Republican and Democratic senators unite in supporting President Trump's decision to maintain export restrictions on Nvidia's advanced AI chips to China, while Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warns about China's potential dominance in the AI race.

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OpenAI Unveils Teen Safety Blueprint Amid Growing Regulatory Pressure

OpenAI introduces comprehensive safety standards for teenage users of AI platforms, proposing age-appropriate responses and parental controls while facing litigation and potential legislation targeting AI chatbot access for minors.

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YouTube's AI Age Verification System Launches Second Wave, Sparking User Privacy Concerns

YouTube's AI-powered age verification system has rolled out a second wave of restrictions, incorrectly flagging adult users as minors and forcing them to choose between content limitations or sharing personal identification data.

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Google Plans Secret AI Military Data Center on Australia's Christmas Island

Google is building a large AI data center on Christmas Island, a strategic Australian territory in the Indian Ocean, following a defense cloud deal. The facility will support AI-powered military command and control operations to monitor Chinese naval activity.

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Denmark Proposes Groundbreaking Deepfake Protection Law Granting Citizens Copyright Over Their Likeness

Denmark is set to pass pioneering legislation that would give citizens copyright protection over their appearance and voice, allowing them to demand removal of AI-generated deepfakes from online platforms without consent.

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NATO Deploys AI-Powered Merops System to Counter Russian Drone Incursions Across Eastern Europe

Poland, Romania, and Denmark are deploying the American Merops anti-drone system following Russian drone incursions into NATO airspace. The AI-powered system uses drone-against-drone technology to provide cost-effective defense against low-flying threats.

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OpenAI Distances Itself from Government Bailout Talk After CFO's Controversial Comments

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and CFO Sarah Friar walk back suggestions about federal loan guarantees for the company's $1.4 trillion infrastructure commitments, clarifying they don't want taxpayer-backed bailouts while still seeking broader government support for AI infrastructure development.

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