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The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has ordered Google to allow publishers to opt out of AI Search features. This gives website owners more control over how their content is used in AI-generated summaries and overviews.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), the world's largest chip maker, is struggling to meet the surging demand for AI chips. Even with new factories in the US, supply can't keep up with the explosion in AI development. This bottleneck could slow down AI progress for everyone.
Major AI companies, including fierce rivals, have united to warn lawmakers about the risk of AI being used to develop biological weapons. They're calling for stricter regulations to close what they describe as an alarming biosecurity gap.
Major platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok are automatically tagging AI-generated content. But users still can't fully filter it out of their feeds, and the article argues platforms should give people that power.
Microsoft released an open-source tool that lets developers create AI behavior tests using simple text descriptions. This could make it easier to ensure AI systems behave as intended.
Google's new AI agent, Spark, can uncover personal details you never explicitly shared. Hands-on tests show it knew a reporter's dog's name and another's wife's first name — raising questions about whether AI convenience comes at the cost of an unsettling loss of privacy.
Google announced five new commitments to reduce the environmental impact of its AI data centers, including a goal to replenish more water to local communities than it uses. This move aims to address growing backlash over the massive water consumption of AI infrastructure across the US.
Amazon has upgraded its warehouse robot, Proteus, to understand and respond to human language. This shift toward more intuitive automation could change how warehouses operate and interact with human workers.
Amazon’s updated search bar now displays AI-generated images of products as you describe them. This feature currently works for clothing and home goods, helping you find similar items even if the exact product isn’t available.
ZeroDrift has raised $10 million to develop a service that monitors AI responses in real-time. The tool ensures AI models stay compliant and avoid problematic outputs, acting as a safety net for businesses using AI.
President Trump signed an executive order creating a voluntary framework for AI companies to share their frontier models with the federal government before public release. The order aims to promote secure innovation and strengthen the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure.
OpenAI released six specialized plug-ins for its Codex app, each targeting a specific white‑collar role: data analytics, creative production, sales, product design, equity investing, and investment banking. The tools bundle integrations, instructions, and context so Codex can approximate human‑level job performance.
Nvidia is teaming up with Microsoft, Dell, and HP to bring AI agents to everyday PCs, aiming to capture a significant share of the $200 billion CPU market. This could make advanced AI tools accessible to millions of users without requiring technical expertise.
Microsoft introduced MAI-Thinking-1, its first in-house AI model designed for advanced reasoning. This marks a significant step as Microsoft moves away from relying solely on OpenAI's technology.
Microsoft has launched Scout, an AI assistant built on OpenClaw and integrated into Microsoft 365 apps. It helps businesses assign virtual assistants to employees for tasks like organizing calendars, drafting emails, and expense reporting.
At Microsoft's annual Build conference, the company announced a slew of new or expanded AI initiatives, including a super app, in-house reasoning models, a cybersecurity tool, and AI agents. The message is clear: Microsoft is positioning itself as a major independent AI player, ready to compete directly with its former partner OpenAI.
Google has launched a new feature to detect and warn users about AI-generated deepfake calls. This tool helps protect people from scammers impersonating trusted contacts using AI voice cloning.
Anthropic is rolling out its AI security tool, Mythos, to 150 organizations in 15 countries. This move aims to protect critical infrastructure like power grids and hospitals from cyberattacks that could impact millions.
Microsoft introduced Project Solara, a new operating system designed for AI agent gadgets. Built on Android, it aims to power a new generation of smart devices with AI capabilities.
Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy, discusses how AI is transforming music and the challenges it poses for the Grammy Awards. The conversation highlights the need for new rules and recognition in the age of generative AI.
Meta's AI support chatbot was used by hackers to take over Instagram accounts. The exploit involved tricking the chatbot into changing account emails and resetting passwords. Meta has since fixed the issue.
Google's new Gemini Spark AI agent can handle complex tasks, but it comes with a high price and potential privacy concerns. The Verge tested it and found it impressive but not necessarily worth the cost.
Florida has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, claiming ChatGPT's responses contributed to violent incidents. This is the first legal action of its kind targeting an AI company over such allegations.
Anthropic, the AI company behind Claude, has confidentially filed for an IPO. This move could make it easier for everyday investors to buy shares in cutting-edge AI technology.