Doomsday Clock Moves to 85 Seconds to Midnight
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has moved the symbolic Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight, citing nuclear threats, climate change, AI risks, and geopolitical tensions as critical factors.
Category : Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Cuts 16,000 Jobs, AI to Replace Workers
Amazon announces major corporate layoffs affecting 16,000 positions, with plans to use generative artificial intelligence to replace eliminated roles as part of ongoing cost-cutting measures.
AI Campaign Sparks Debate in Cambridge Amid Hero Honors
A Cambridge AI initiative draws mixed reactions as it recognizes local winter heroes, highlighting community tensions and technological impacts in Ontario.
Doomsday Clock at 85 Seconds to Midnight, Closest Ever
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has set the symbolic Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been to representing global catastrophe, citing escalating nuclear threats, climate change, and disruptive technologies.
ZetaChain 2.0 Launches With Anuma AI Interface
ZetaChain introduces version 2.0 with Anuma AI interface, featuring private memory and cross-model interoperability for developers building privacy-first applications.
AI Firms Mine 2016 Nostalgia Trend for Valuable Data
Experts reveal how the viral social media trend reminiscing about 2016 provides a rich data source for artificial intelligence companies to train and refine their models.
AI Firms Mine 2016 Nostalgia Social Media Trend
Artificial intelligence companies are leveraging viral social media trends reminiscing about 2016, using this data to train algorithms and develop predictive models in a lucrative new market.
AI-Generated Holocaust Images Distort History, Warn Historians
Experts caution that AI-created Holocaust content trivializes Nazi crimes, distorts historical facts, and disrespects victims' memory on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Lawyer Apologizes for AI Errors in Murder Case
An Australian lawyer has issued a formal apology after AI-generated legal submissions contained significant factual errors in a murder case, raising concerns about AI use in law.
Oracle Boosts Data Centre Job Forecast After Local Opposition
Oracle Corp. now predicts its New Mexico data centre for OpenAI will create 1,500 permanent jobs, double earlier estimates, as tech firms address public concerns about environmental impacts.
Microsoft's New AI Chip Reduces Nvidia Reliance
Microsoft launches its second-generation Maia 200 AI chip, claiming superior performance on certain tasks compared to rivals Google and Amazon while reducing dependence on Nvidia hardware.
Microsoft's New AI Chip Reduces Reliance on Nvidia
Microsoft launches its second-generation Maia 200 AI chip, promising superior performance and efficiency while reducing dependency on Nvidia hardware for cloud services.
EU Investigates Musk's Grok AI for Sexual Deepfakes
The European Union has initiated a formal investigation into Elon Musk's artificial intelligence chatbot Grok regarding its potential role in generating sexually explicit deepfake content, raising significant regulatory concerns.
Quebec Implements AI Guidelines for Civil Service
The Quebec government has introduced comprehensive new guidelines governing the use of artificial intelligence within its civil service operations and decision-making processes.
Meta Restricts Teen Access to AI Characters
Meta has paused teen access to AI characters on its platforms, citing safety and ethical considerations in a move impacting digital interactions.
TikTok Deal Creates U.S. Joint Venture to Avoid Ban
TikTok has reached an agreement to form a new U.S. joint venture, a strategic move designed to prevent a potential American ban on the popular social media platform.
EU AI Grid Launched in Vilnius for Digital Sovereignty
A landmark AI infrastructure project between Telecentras and Singapore's Embedded LLM launches the EU AI Grid from Vilnius, offering GDPR compliance and digital sovereignty for European AI users.
Woman 'Assaulted' by AI Deepfake Images from Grok
A woman in the United Kingdom reports feeling violated after discovering sexually explicit deepfake images of herself created using AI technology, highlighting growing concerns over digital abuse.
Intel Shares Tumble as Supply Chain Woes Hamper Turnaround
Intel's stock price fell sharply as ongoing supply chain complications impede the company's strategic recovery efforts, highlighting challenges in the semiconductor sector.
AI's Unseen Influence on Daily Life: Expert Analysis
Artificial intelligence is increasingly embedded in daily routines, often operating unnoticed. AI consultant Mohit Rajhans explains how this technology wields influence and what it means for Canadians.
Musk's Grok AI Created 3M Sexualized Images: Study
New research reveals Elon Musk's Grok AI system produced over 3 million sexualized images, raising significant concerns about AI ethics and content moderation in Canada's tech landscape.
AI Stock Surge Boosts Japanese Toilet Maker Toto
The recent surge in artificial intelligence stocks has created an unlikely financial windfall for Japanese bathroom fixture company Toto, known for its high-tech toilets.
CPPIB Scrutinized for $416M Investment in Musk's xAI
Canada's CPP Investment Board faces criticism after investing $416 million in Elon Musk's xAI, whose Grok chatbot has been used to create non-consensual sexual deepfakes.
Spotify Rolls Out AI 'Prompted Playlist' in U.S. and Canada
Spotify introduces an innovative AI-driven 'prompted playlist' feature, allowing premium subscribers in the U.S. and Canada to create personalized playlists using voice commands and listening data.
Canada Risks Losing Top AI Researchers in Global Talent War
Experts caution that Canada is at risk of losing its leading artificial intelligence researchers to global competitors, threatening the nation's innovation edge.
Canadian Shoppers Embrace AI, Study Finds
A new report indicates growing acceptance of artificial intelligence in Canadian shopping habits, with consumers increasingly open to AI-driven recommendations and assistance.
Canadians Wary of AI, Seek Government Guardrails
A new survey reveals widespread Canadian skepticism towards artificial intelligence, with strong public demand for federal regulations to establish ethical boundaries and safety measures.
POET Wins Product and Technology Innovation Awards in China
POET Technologies Inc., a leader in optical engines for AI networks, has won the Product Innovation Award and Technology Innovation Award at China's Infostone Awards, recognizing its groundbreaking 1.6T optical engines.
New 2.5MW Cooling Unit Scales to 10MW for AI Factories
Motivair by Schneider Electric introduces the MCDU-70, a 2.5MW coolant distribution unit designed to cool high-density AI data centers with scalability to 10MW+.
AI Makes It Harder to Determine What's Real Online
As AI-generated content becomes indistinguishable from reality, Canadians face a crisis of truth. Experts warn of deepfakes, political manipulation, and the erosion of trust in media. Learn how to navigate the new digital landscape.
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