How deepfake AI 'nightmare' could manipulate voters before presidential election
It’s election eve, Nov. 4, and a disturbing video is circulating on all the major social media platforms (X, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.) It’s viral, and there’s nothing anyone can do about it.
Microsoft deal would reopen Pennsylvania nuclear plant, site of 1979 partial meltdown, to power AI
A new agreement between Microsoft and Constellation Energy Corporation to provide power to the tech giant’s data centers for artificial intelligence is paving the way for the restart of a nuclear reactor on Pennsylvania’s Three Mile Island, the site of a 1979 partial meltdown.
YouTube launches tools to detect face and voice deepfakes
YouTube is launching new tools to help creators detect and manage AI-generated deepfakes of their faces and voices.
Tom Hanks issues warning about AI ads for 'wonder drugs': 'Do not be swindled''
Tom Hanks' name, likeness and voice are allegedly being used to promote 'miracle cures.'
AI: Job killer or catalyst for change? How technology is transforming employment
Artificial intelligence is increasingly enabling employers to automate tasks previously performed by humans, but it may not be the job killer some feared.
Can artificial intelligence decode dog barks?
Scientists are developing tools to distinguish whether a dog's bark shows playfulness or aggression.
Driverless Waymo gets pulled over by police and it's captured on body cam
This is something you probably didn't consider: self-driving Waymo cars can get pulled over by police. In fact, it happened last month in Phoenix and it was caught on body camera.
Major record labels sue AI companies for copyright infringement
Major record labels are suing AI music startups Suno and Udio for copyright infringement, alleging they illegally used music from artists like Chuck Berry to Mariah Carey without proper licensing.
McDonald's ending AI drive-thru ordering
McDonald's appears to be ending its A.I. drive-thru order technology, a report says. More than 100 locations have been testing the program.
'Miss AI' pageant features fake beauty queens
Models created using generative artificial intelligence are competing in the “Miss AI" pageant this month.
Zoom CEO may develop AI-powered 'digital twins' for meetings
'Digital twins' could allow employees to skip out on Zoom meetings at work.
iOS 18: How Apple Intelligence will shape your iPhone, iPad
Apple’s iOS 18 is coming this fall, bringing “Apple Intelligence” to your iPhone, iPad and Mac – including a big upgrade to Siri.
How AI can help (and hurt) climate change
Artificial intelligence significantly impacts the climate crisis by consuming large amounts of energy and water for its data centers, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions, while also offering tools for climate management, such as improving climate models, optimizing energy use, and enhancing renewable energy efficiency.
What's new in iOS 18: AI-generated emojis, smart Siri, and more
One standout feature in Apple's iOS 18 will leverage generative AI to create custom emojis on the fly based on users' text messages, offering an all-new, personalized emoji for any occasion beyond the existing catalog.
OpenAI, News Corp. sign multi-year content deal
ChatGPT creator OpenAI has inked a multi-year deal with News Corp. to utilize the global media firm's content in its generative artificial intelligence products.
OpenAI accused of mimicking Scarlett Johansson, tech company pauses ChatGPT voice
Is that "Her?" Scarlett Johansson was "angered and in disbelief" by OpenAI over its ChatGPT app's voice, Sky, noting it uses a voice very similar to hers.
Self-driving cars could lead to a fourth, white traffic signal — or no signals at all
The advent of self-driving cars could bring significant changes to traffic laws, including the addition of a fourth, white traffic signal indicating autonomous vehicle control, or potentially eliminating traffic signals altogether, according to researchers and pilot programs testing these concepts.
Athletic director allegedly frames principal with AI-generated hate recording
A Maryland high school athletic director was arrested after he allegedly used artificial intelligence (AI) to create racist and antisemitic audio in the voice of his boss, officials said Thursday.
First successful AI dogfight carried out, US Air Force confirms
Air Force formally acknowledged a successful test of an AI-piloted aircraft in dogfight environment.
Study: Internet companies ill-prepared for 2024 election misinformation
Ad transparency is crucial for revealing who funds and targets political advertisements, ensuring voters have clear, accurate information during U.S. presidential elections, which is essential for making informed decisions and safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process.