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13:41

Supreme Court Tech Laws, Healthcare Cyberattack...

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2024/02/27

The Supreme Court is currently reviewing state laws from Florida and Texas that restrict social media companies' content moderation abilities, with justices expressing skepticism about the laws' impact on free speech and Section 230 protections. The decision could influence future internet regulations amidst concerns about conservative bias and censorship prevention. Additionally, a cyberattack by the BlackCat ransomware group on Change Healthcare caused disruptions in the healthcare

15:39

Europe's VC Landscape, Ukraine's Aid Hope,...

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2024/02/26

North American VCs have faced challenges in tapping into Europe's startup market due to language barriers, local competition, and London's dominance. Despite these obstacles, firms like Andreessen Horowitz are still aiming to expand in Europe, attracted by regulatory clarity in areas like AI and crypto. Meanwhile, U.S.-based LPs are increasingly interested in European investments for their perceived reliability. In a separate story, Ukraine is expecting significant economic support from the

13:57

Foreign Policy Debate, Byju’s CEO Battle, Women in AI...

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2024/02/25

The discussion between NPR's Scott Simon and Harvard's Stephen Walt delves into the current debate on American foreign policy, focusing on the choice between active engagement abroad or a more passive approach. Byju Raveendran, founder of Byju’s edtech group, asserts his position as CEO despite a shareholder vote to remove him, citing procedural violations and lack of quorum at the meeting. The shareholder group aims to address governance issues and shift leadership away from founders,

16:50

Women in AI Advocacy, Gaza Truce Talks, MLB Uniform...

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2024/02/24

TechCrunch is launching interviews with women in AI, featuring Mutale Nkonde, CEO of AI for the People, discussing her journey in AI, advocating for inclusive tech policies, and addressing algorithmic bias and diversity in the industry. Gaza truce talks in Paris aim to stop fighting and free hostages, with Hamas accusing Netanyahu of stalling negotiations and civilian casualties reported from an Israeli air strike. Challenges persist as Hamas seeks Israeli withdrawal while Israel aims for

14:00

Tumblr Content Moderation Controversy, Reddit IPO...

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2024/02/23

Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg faced backlash from Tumblr users over a content moderation decision, leading to accusations of transphobia as he engaged publicly with a banned user. Meanwhile, Reddit has filed for an IPO despite remaining unprofitable, aiming to involve users in the offering and expand revenue through advertising and data licensing. Additionally, the European Commission is set to fine Apple €500 million for anticompetitive practices in the music streaming market, with Apple

13:40

Chinese Surveillance Leaks, Apple Sports App Launch,...

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2024/02/22

Chinese police are investigating a significant leak of documents from private security contractor I-Soon, revealing hacking activities targeting dissidents and ethnic minorities in regions like Hong Kong and Xinjiang. The leaked documents detail surveillance methods used by Chinese authorities to monitor dissidents overseas, hack networks in Asia, and promote pro-Beijing content on social media. Additionally, I-Soon's involvement in targeting governments, telecommunications firms abroad,

16:20

AI Chip Innovation, Space Weapon Tensions, Navalny...

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2024/02/21

Groq, an AI chip company founded by Jonathon Ross, is making waves with its Language Processing Units (LPUs) that surpass Nvidia's GPUs in AI model processing, particularly evident in accelerating chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini. Despite similarities in names to other AI products, Groq emphasizes its unique identity and aims to revolutionize AI processing efficiency. Meanwhile, concerns arise over Russia's alleged development of a space-based anti-satellite nuclear weapon, sparking

15:22

Biotechnology Competition with China, EU's TikTok...

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2024/02/20

U.S. lawmakers are grappling with the competition between America and China in biotechnology, considering restrictions on Chinese companies to protect national interests and security. The Biden administration is focusing on advancing biotechnology across various sectors, while China aims for technological independence through strategic biotech development, raising concerns about transparency and unfair market practices. In Europe, the EU has initiated a formal investigation into TikTok's

13:42

AGI Advancements, Beethoven's Health Mystery,...

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2024/02/19

Interest in artificial general intelligence (AGI) has been sparked by Sam Altman's employment situation and discussions around OpenAI's Q* model. Advancements in AI, particularly deep learning, have raised concerns about the path to AGI. Companies like OpenAI and xAI are working towards developing AGI, raising questions about the current AI landscape. Deep learning, while beneficial for handling diverse data types, faces challenges such as the requirement for large datasets and

20:12

Space Warfare Threats, Biotech Startup Innovations,...

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2024/02/18

The texts cover a range of topics including the potential use of nuclear warheads on U.S. satellites by Russia, the historical context of nuclear tests in space, and current threats posed by Russia and China in space warfare. The establishment of the U.S. Space Force is highlighted as a response to these escalating threats. Biotech startups are also discussed, emphasizing the benefits of shared labs and virtual data rooms in fostering growth and innovation, particularly in cancer detection

14:45

AI Misinformation Accord, Biden Condemns Putin,...

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2024/02/17

Tech giants like Microsoft, Meta, Google, Amazon, and others have come together to address the potential disruption caused by artificial intelligence in the 2024 elections. Their agreement focuses on detecting and labeling AI-generated deceptive content that could mislead voters. Meanwhile, concerns over AI's impact on elections are rising due to instances like fake audio impersonating President Biden. In a separate development, President Biden directly accused Russian President Vladimir

14:09

Deepfakes Regulation, OpenAI's Sora Controversy, AI...

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2024/02/16

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is considering updating a rule to combat deepfakes, aiming to protect all consumers and potentially restrict GenAI platforms from providing services used for harmful impersonation. The rise of deepfake-related scams is causing concerns, affecting individuals, corporations, and even elections. While federal regulations on deepfakes are limited, some states have passed laws against them, particularly focusing on non-consensual pornography. As deepfake

14:19

Privacy Concerns with AI Romantic Chatbots, Amazon's...

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2024/02/15

Several companies offer AI chatbots as romantic partners to alleviate loneliness on Valentine's Day, but a Mozilla study exposes privacy violations as these chatbots collect and share personal data without adequate security measures. Apps like Replika and Chai have faced criticism for invasive data practices and misleading mental health claims, with some linked to encouraging harmful behaviors. Meanwhile, Amazon introduces BASE TTS, a text-to-speech model trained on vast speech data to

16:59

Waymo's Voluntary Recall, Airbnb's AI Acquisition,...

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2024/02/14

Waymo has issued a voluntary recall of its robotaxi software following two minor crashes in Phoenix, Arizona and has deployed a software fix to its entire fleet. This comes amidst increased scrutiny on self-driving cars, with Waymo's rival operator Cruise also facing operational suspension and hiring its first chief safety officer after a crash last October. Meanwhile, Airbnb acquired GamePlanner.AI, co-founded by Siri's co-founder, for around $200 million to enhance its AI capabilities and

13:31

Intuitive Machines' Lunar Mission, Mardi Gras Plastic...

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2024/02/13

This week's TechCrunch Space covers updates on Intuitive Machines' lunar mission, Interlune's funding for helium-3 extraction, SpaceX's PACE satellite launch, and potential ULA acquisition bidders. It also delves into the environmental impact of Mardi Gras celebrations and efforts to promote sustainability. Additionally, it highlights Temu's aggressive ad campaign to strengthen its presence in the American market.

13:48

Norwegian Energy Dynamics, Super Bowl Branding...

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2024/02/12

Norway's demographics, historical economic development, and global energy market; Papaya Global's Super Bowl ad strategy; and growing public hostility towards self-driving vehicles.

12:34

AI in Indonesian Politics, Listeria Outbreak Recall,...

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2024/02/11

Generative AI is extensively used in Indonesia's presidential election campaign, with General Prabowo Subianto utilizing AI-generated cartoons to appeal to younger voters. This has raised concerns about potential voter manipulation and disinformation. A widespread recall of dairy products, including dips, dressings, and salad kits, has been linked to a listeria outbreak affecting at least 26 people in 11 states. The recall includes items sold at major retailers like Costco, Trader Joe's,

12:51

APIcalypse, Chip Innovation, AI Misinformation: The...

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2024/02/10

The year 2023 brought significant changes to social networks and third-party developers, with Twitter and Reddit implementing new restrictions while decentralized platforms like Mastodon and Bluesky emerged. ASML ramped up production of its $350 million "High NA EUV" machine crucial for advanced chip manufacturing. Midjourney, an AI company, considered banning political images to combat misinformation.

13:16

FCC Bans AI Robocalls, Social Media API Changes,...

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2024/02/09

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has prohibited the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to create voices for robocalls due to concerns about scams and voter deception. The ruling enables fines and lawsuits against AI voice cloning technology users, addressing fraudulent activities like extorting family members and voter suppression. Social networks like Twitter and Reddit have restricted third-party app access to their data, leading to the emergence of decentralized platforms

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