A recent report from Apollo Group highlights a new risk associated with artificial intelligence: the companies developing advanced AI might automate their own research and development. This could lead to AI systems growing more powerful without oversight, potentially enabling them to act against human interests. The authors, including former OpenAI policy head Charlotte Stix, warn ...
AI agents are rapidly being introduced, but many critical questions about their safety and effectiveness remain unanswered. Ruchika Joshi from the Center for Democracy & Technology emphasizes the need for clearer guidelines on how these agents operate. These AI systems are designed to autonomously complete tasks, but they can also fail or be misused. Developers ...
The Maryland General Assembly is considering a new bill to regulate over 700 cryptocurrency kiosks in the state, targeting their role in scams. Recent reports highlighted that these kiosks have been linked to more than 4,400 complaints nationwide, causing losses of over $150 million. The proposed legislation aims to introduce registration and operating requirements, ensuring ...
OpenAI is considering charging up to $20,000 per month for specialized AI agents capable of advanced tasks, including PhD-level research and software development. With such high prices, experts are questioning what these agents will truly offer. For instance, at $20,000 a month, clients expect them to perform complex tasks with little human oversight, generate optimized ...
Elon Musk’s plans for a more efficient government through AI are sparking concern among experts. A federal division led by former Tesla engineer Thomas Shedd is prioritizing an “AI-first strategy,” which could lead to significant changes within government operations. While utilizing AI to enhance services could be beneficial, critics warn that replacing human workers with ...
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency is aiming to transform the U.S. government using artificial intelligence (AI). While the goal of making federal services more efficient sounds promising, experts warn that replacing human workers with AI could lead to significant risks. If AI agents replace civil servants, future government leaders could swiftly change policies and ...
The rise of AI in government poses serious risks to democracy. Traditionally, democratic systems rely on human oversight and checks and balances to prevent the abuse of power. However, AI lacks moral reasoning and can optimize its actions toward specific goals, potentially ignoring ethical constraints. If leaders use AI to automate decisions, they could eliminate ...
Artificial intelligence is transforming the business landscape and is set to grow significantly in the next three years. Three key factors driving this change are the rise of AI agents, the use of synthetic data, and the importance of AI provenance. These elements are interconnected: AI agents use synthetic data to improve their efficiency, while ...
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has canceled the planned bandh in Bhubaneswar on September 24, which was in response to the alleged mistreatment of an Indian Army Major and his fiancée at a local police station. This decision came after the Odisha government agreed to a judicial inquiry into the incident. BJD leader Devi Prasad ...
 "Odisha’s Deputy CM condemns politicization of a police sexual assault case, vows accountability, and emphasizes zero tolerance for violence against women.")
Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, addressed the recent sexual assault incident at Bharatpur Police Station, stating that the situation is being “politicised.” Singh Deo emphasized the BJP government’s firm stance, highlighting the suspension of five police officers linked to the incident. He criticized former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for only publicly reacting ...
