In recent news, Amazon’s cloud division has begun an investigation into Perplexity AI, a startup specializing in AI-powered search technology. The investigation stems from concerns that Perplexity AI may be violating Amazon Web Services rules by scraping websites that explicitly prohibit such actions. This development has raised questions about ethical practices in the tech industry
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In recent years, the field of artificial intelligence has seen significant advancements in various domains. One such breakthrough came in 2021 when DeepMind introduced AlphaFold, a digital biology neural network capable of accurately predicting the 3D structure of proteins. This development was hailed as a game-changer in the world of biological research, as proteins play
Recent audits in New York City and Champaign have raised concerns about the effectiveness of the ShotSpotter system. The audit results showed that only 13 percent of the alerts generated by the system could be confirmed as gunfire. This calls into question the reliability of the technology and the accuracy of the data being provided
Apple, the giant tech company, has recently found itself in hot water with the European Union for allegedly breaking the new digital markets rules. The European Commission accused Apple of hindering developers from communicating directly with their users and promoting offers to them, a practice known as anti-steering. This has raised concerns about the company’s
When analyzing the issue of AI generative content and potential copyright infringement, it becomes clear that there are significant legal risks associated with the creation and dissemination of such content. According to experts in the field, there is a real danger that inaccuracies or defamatory statements could be made by AI-generated summaries that are not
European governments are growing increasingly uncomfortable with the concentration of power in Silicon Valley. This discomfort stems from the fact that European companies are becoming downstream customers of the future, importing services and technology in exchange for money and data that is sent across the Atlantic. The disparity in values and beliefs between Silicon Valley
When news broke about Adobe’s updated terms of service in February, users were understandably alarmed. The language used in the update seemed to suggest that Adobe could access user content for the purpose of training its generative AI, Firefly. This led to an outcry from artists who rely heavily on Adobe’s software for their work.
Receiving an email invitation to participate in a groundbreaking AI venture called Rebind by a stranger named Clancy Martin initially sparked doubts in my mind. The fact that Clancy was a writer and philosophy professor with a questionable background made me wary. The promise of payment for my involvement raised further suspicions. It seemed too
Recently, Aaron Damigos faced the abrupt end of his job as a web support associate with Microsoft due to a company-wide layoff in early June. The layoffs, affecting approximately 1,000 employees, were reportedly part of a strategic shift towards investing in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Damigos, who was blindsided by the decision, expressed his disappointment
Smart glasses have revolutionized the way we approach our workout routines. They offer a level of convenience that traditional headphones simply cannot match. By eliminating the need for multiple accessories, smart glasses make it easier to focus on your workout without any distractions. The hassle of untangling earbuds and adjusting them repeatedly is a thing
