Rising data center electricity use risks blackouts during winter storms
Data centers are increasing electricity demand across North America, raising concerns about grid stability during winter storms. A 2.5% rise in winter energy needs, reaching 20 gigawatts, has been...
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The Biggest AI Companies Met to Find a Better Path for Chatbot Companions
Leading tech firms like Meta, Google, and Microsoft convened at a Stanford-hosted workshop to address ethical dilemmas surrounding AI companions. The discussion centered on protecting children from harmful interactions...
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The US Needs an Open Source AI Intervention to Beat China
The US faces growing challenges in maintaining its AI leadership as open-source models from Chinese companies gain traction. Experts warn that reliance on foreign-developed models poses both supply chain...
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Why January Ventures is funding underrepresented AI founders
January Ventures focuses on supporting underrepresented AI founders in legacy industries like healthcare and manufacturing. The firm addresses funding gaps by providing pre-seed capital to innovators transforming supply chains...
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Subletting startup Kiki paid over $152K to settle charges after violating NYC short-term rental laws
A New York-based subletting startup, Kiki Club, paid over $152,000 to resolve legal violations related to its short-term rental operations. The company’s model conflicted with NYC’s Local Law 18,...
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Bluesky announces moderation changes focused on better tracking, improved transparency
Bluesky, a decentralized social network, has introduced new moderation tools to enhance transparency and community safety. The updates include expanded reporting categories, a severity-based strike system, and improved enforcement...
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Amazon’s Prime Video is getting AI-generated Video Recaps for some TV shows
Amazon’s Prime Video is introducing AI-generated video recaps for select shows, offering synchronized narration and music to help viewers catch up between seasons. The feature, part of a beta...
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US, UK, and Australia sanction Russian ‘bulletproof’ web host used in ransomware attacks
U.S., U.K., and Australia have imposed sanctions on a Russian web hosting firm linked to ransomware attacks. The targeted company, Media Land, allegedly provided infrastructure for cybercriminal groups like...
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