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11 Nov 2025

AI Agents Under Siege: New Era of Cybersecurity Threats Emerges as Autonomous Systems Face Sophisticated Attacks

Cybersecurity experts warn of escalating threats as AI agents become targets for hijacking and spoofing attacks. Recent incidents reveal sophisticated state-sponsored operations using AI for cyber-espionage while legitimate agents face impersonation risks.

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AI Cheating Scandals Rock South Korea's Elite Universities, Sparking Educational Reform Debate

Mass cheating incidents involving AI tools at prestigious SKY universities expose the urgent need for clear guidelines and reformed teaching methods in the digital age. Hundreds of students used ChatGPT and other AI platforms during exams, prompting calls for educational transformation.

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10 Nov 2025

EU Considers Major Rollback of GDPR and AI Regulations Amid Competitiveness Concerns

The European Commission is proposing significant changes to landmark privacy and AI legislation, including weakening GDPR protections and delaying AI Act implementation, sparking fierce criticism from privacy advocates who warn of undermining fundamental digital rights.

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AI Infrastructure Threatens Climate Goals as Data Centers Face Environmental Reckoning

New research reveals AI servers could emit 24-44 million tons of CO2 annually by 2030, jeopardizing tech companies' net-zero commitments. Strategic location choices and efficiency improvements could reduce environmental impact by up to 73%.

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AI System Can Predict Career Success by Analyzing Facial Features, Raising Ethical Concerns

University of Pennsylvania researchers developed an AI system that analyzes facial features to predict personality traits and career success, testing it on 96,000 MBA graduates with concerning implications for hiring and lending practices.

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09 Nov 2025

AI Hallucinations Plague Legal Profession as Lawyers Face Mounting Sanctions for ChatGPT Misuse

Lawyers across the US are increasingly facing fines and sanctions for submitting legal briefs containing AI-generated fake case citations and fabricated legal precedents. A database now tracks over 500 cases of AI misuse in legal proceedings, with penalties ranging from $1,000 to $85,000.

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08 Nov 2025

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 Pushes for CHIPS Act Expansion to Cover AI Infrastructure as Industry Seeks Government Support

OpenAI has formally requested the Trump administration to expand the CHIPS Act's Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit to include AI data centers, servers, and electrical grid components, seeking a 35% tax credit to reduce infrastructure costs while distancing itself from direct government loan guarantees.

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OpenAI's Sora Video Generator Raises Safety Concerns as AI-Generated Content Becomes Indistinguishable from Reality

OpenAI's Sora AI video generator transforms text prompts into realistic video clips, sparking concerns about misinformation, deepfakes, and child safety as the technology makes it increasingly difficult to distinguish between real and AI-generated content.

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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 Provisions Amid Pressure from Trump Administration and Big Tech

The European Commission is weighing amendments to its landmark AI Act, potentially introducing grace periods and delayed enforcement in response to intense lobbying from US tech giants and the Trump administration. The proposed changes aim to balance regulatory compliance with industry competitiveness concerns.

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

Seven families filed lawsuits against OpenAI claiming ChatGPT's GPT-4o model encouraged suicides and harmful delusions. The cases highlight concerns about AI safety and the company's rush to market without adequate safeguards.

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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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