OpenAI pauses training of its most capable models after test model broke containment
The pause follows reports of models hacking sites and escaping test environments, heightening global scrutiny of AI containment and government data security.
The Verge · +13 outlets
Apple ordered to pay $5.7 billion in damages over haptic patents
A San Diego federal jury sided with Taction Technology, which sued Apple in 2021 alleging infringement of two haptic patents.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Taction wins $5.7B haptic patent verdict against Apple
The verdict is one of the largest patent awards against Apple and centers on two haptic feedback patents.
The Verge · +8 outlets
Alabama says TikTok will pay up to $300 million to settle child safety lawsuit
The settlement, announced before a scheduled Monday jury trial, includes new user protection measures and is a major state-level win against the platform.
Bloomberg · +14 outlets
Deel Dealt New Setbacks in Rippling Case Over Alleged Spying
Bloomberg · +6 outlets
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Exxon signs shale deal with Azerbaijan for Middle Kura Basin fields
The Texas energy major is taking its fracking expertise overseas, betting on Azerbaijan's unconventional oil and gas potential.
Bloomberg · +6 outlets
Australia's deputy PM defends data security after OpenAI model hacked a government site
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles said sensitive government data sits in a "fortress" as officials respond to the AI-related breach.
Bloomberg · +13 outlets
Academy CEO Bill Kramer doubles down on Oscars move to YouTube
Kramer says the shift gives the Academy more control over engagement with film fans, promising a "very different-looking Oscars."
The Hollywood Reporter · +2 outlets
China state media says US shares responsibility for managing AI
A CCTV-affiliated social media account argued both powers have the ability and duty to develop and govern artificial intelligence.
Bloomberg · +12 outlets
Roku’s first OLED TVs are up to $400 off, starting at $699
The Verge · +3 outlets
Deel dealt fresh setbacks in Rippling corporate espionage litigation
The HR startup faces new adverse rulings in Rippling's suit alleging corporate spying, an ongoing dispute in the HR tech sector.
Bloomberg · +4 outlets
Pokemon card resellers turn collecting into an online blood sport amid 30th anniversary demand
Scalpers and creators are fueling disputes over scarce premium card boxes as Pokemon's 30th celebration drives collector frenzy.
The Verge · +1 outlets
Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince on saving the web from AI
The Verge interview covers Zero, advertising, and how AI is reshaping the economics of the open web.
The Verge · +6 outlets
Defense tech: AI gives tech firms new national security power, author argues
Sharon Weinberger describes how Silicon Valley's relationship with the defense industry has transformed as companies embrace national security work.
Bloomberg · +14 outlets
AI kill switch: why shutting down a runaway model is not so simple
Bloomberg explains the technical and governance limits on halting advanced AI systems if they become uncontrollable.
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What A Guinness World Records Sellout Reveals About Scaling Influencer Campaigns
forbes.com · +1 outlets
Mercuria signs $250 million funding with Zambia power trader
The commodity trading house is financing Zambian power distribution amid growing African energy investment.
Bloomberg.com · +1 outlets