Articles for category: AI

November 6, 2024

Microsoft expands AI Copilot to Personal and Family subscribers, sparking controversy over rising costs and potential academic integrity issues.

Microsoft is expanding its Copilot AI features to all Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers in select Asia-Pacific countries. Previously available only through a costly Copilot Pro subscription, these features will now be accessible at an additional monthly fee of $20, alongside the already existing subscription cost. Subscribers in the regions will also gain access ...

November 6, 2024

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Microsoft expands AI Copilot to Personal and Family subscribers, sparking controversy over rising costs and potential academic integrity issues.

Microsoft is set to enhance its Copilot features in Office apps, making them available to users with Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions in select Asia-Pacific countries, including Australia and Singapore. Currently, these features are exclusive to the costly Copilot Pro plan, but existing subscribers will gain access at no extra charge after updating their ...

November 5, 2024

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Paloma Canseco’s job interview with an AI recruiter felt unnervingly real, prompting concerns about the future of human interaction in hiring.

Paloma Canseco, a graphic designer from New York, recently encountered an AI-powered virtual recruiter during her job application process. After answering basic screener questions, she realized the voice was not pre-recorded but using AI to interact naturally. However, she hung up when asked about her last design experience, feeling that a company using such technology ...

November 5, 2024

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At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, AI advocates stressed caution, highlighting urgent ethical issues surrounding the rapid deployment of AI technologies.

At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, AI safety advocates stressed the importance of careful development in artificial intelligence. Sarah Myers West from the AI Now Institute warned that rushing to release AI products can lead to long-term ethical problems. With ongoing lawsuits and concerns about AI’s impact, now is the time for startups to prioritize thoughtful design. ...

November 5, 2024

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Englander’s Millennium dumps AT&T shares, embracing risky AI stock Super Micro amidst controversy over its financial practices.

Israel Englander’s Millennium Management has recently sold nearly 9 million shares of the popular income stock AT&T, focusing instead on a controversial AI company, Super Micro Computer. Despite AT&T’s impressive gains, including a 49% total return, concerns over rising legal costs and a premium stock valuation prompted the sell-off. Meanwhile, Millennium significantly increased its stake ...

November 5, 2024

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A student challenges his university’s exam failure, claiming unjust penalties for alleged AI use, as the court intervenes.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued a notice to O P Jindal Global University after a postgraduate law student, Kaustubh Shakkarwar, challenged the university’s decision to fail him in an exam. He was accused of using AI-generated content in his answers, but he argues that the university didn’t follow due process, as he ...

November 5, 2024

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A student challenges his university’s exam failure, claiming unjust penalties for alleged AI use, as the court intervenes.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued a notice to O P Jindal Global University following a petition from a postgraduate law student, Kaustubh Shakkarwar. He is challenging the university’s decision to fail him in an exam, claiming he was accused of using AI to generate answers. Shakkarwar argues that he was not given ...

November 5, 2024

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Congress grapples with regulating AI amid urgent concerns of innovation and control, as tech leaders warn of potential dangers.

As artificial intelligence continues to advance, Congress is under pressure to establish regulations. Legislative leaders aim to introduce AI regulations soon after the elections, but reaching a consensus remains challenging. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has promised to act, emphasizing the urgency of addressing AI’s risks while also avoiding excessive government intervention. Some lawmakers, like ...

November 5, 2024

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As the 2024 U.S. election nears, AI shifts predictions, suggesting Kamala Harris may edge out Donald Trump in a tight race.

As the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election approaches, AI models are weighing in on the matchup between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Initially, predictions favored Trump, but recent analyses show a shift toward Harris leading in some polls. Among several AI models consulted, four indicated Harris as having the edge, while others noted the race as ...

November 5, 2024

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Perplexity’s CEO offers support during NYT tech workers’ strike, igniting backlash for undermining collective action amid a crucial election period.

The CEO of AI search company Perplexity, Aravind Srinivas, has made a controversial offer to help the New York Times during a strike by its tech workers. The NYT Tech Guild, representing employees who provide software support and data analysis, is seeking a 2.5% wage increase and better work conditions. In response to the strike, ...