AI technology

U.S. senators are proposing a new bill to prevent foreign adversaries from accessing AI technology. The legislation aims to restrict the dissemination of advanced artificial intelligence systems to hostile nations or entities.

Charlotte Area Transit System's interim CEO Brent Cagle outlined new safety initiatives, including 60 fare inspector ambassadors and AI technology to detect suspicious behavior. Crime on the Blue Line and buses has dropped by 69% and 67%, respectively, with increased police and security presence contributing to rider safety.

Kirkland & Ellis, the world's highest-grossing law firm, will invest $500 million to develop an AI-powered tech platform leveraging the collective intelligence of its lawyers.

ElevenLabs has licensed the voice and likeness of late Marvel comic creator Stan Lee, incorporating him into the expanding market for AI-generated celebrity replicas. This development highlights the growing trend of using AI technology to replicate and commercialize the personas of deceased public figures.

South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, who faced underage dating allegations involving late actress Kim Sae-ron, has been vindicated after police confirmed the incriminating audio evidence was AI-generated. Kim Se-ui, head of YouTube channel HoverLab (also known as Garo Sero Institute), was arrested for fabricating the evidence.

Three Arizona women have filed a lawsuit against a group of men accused of using their photos to create AI-generated pornographic influencers and offering online courses to teach others how to do the same.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) deployed drones over 3,500 times last year for operations like standoffs, chases, and surveillance. Critics express concerns about AI-equipped drone usage, while advocates highlight their cost-effectiveness compared to police helicopters.

The White House and AI firm Anthropic held a 'productive' meeting, indicating the U.S. government's reliance on Anthropic's technology, particularly the Mythos model. The discussion highlights concerns over the model's critical importance to national interests.

The article describes an experiment where a person used a deepfake voice to call their parents, who quickly recognized the artificial nature of the voice. The author suggests that creating deepfakes to combat their misuse may be a necessary strategy.

The article discusses a futuristic oven with AI cameras, voice control, and hyper-speed cooking technology that can roast a chicken in 30 minutes, set to become a common household appliance. It highlights advancements in kitchen appliances merging AI and automation for faster cooking.

The U.S. Court of Appeals rejected Anthropic's attempt to block the Pentagon's blacklist of its AI technology, citing government interests in military readiness. Anthropic argued the designation was unlawful, but the court emphasized judicial management of AI technology procurement during conflicts.

The U.S. Court of Appeals rejected Anthropic's attempt to block the Pentagon's blacklist of its AI technology, citing national security concerns. The decision conflicts with a previous court order in a separate case, highlighting tensions between corporate interests and military technology access.

The U.S. job market has shown volatile swings between job gains and losses, with March adding 178,000 jobs after a February decline. Factors like the Iran war, AI adoption, and immigration policies are influencing labor market dynamics, while the unemployment rate remains stable between 4.2% and 4.5%.