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Nvidia Launches Review of Jensen Huang’s Reported China Connection
Nvidia has opened an investigation into CEO Jensen Huang’s reported relationship with an alleged Chinese spy, according to The New York Times.
U.S. Town Emerges as an Unusually Welcoming Home for Data Centers
One American community, Harwood, North Dakota, has distinguished itself by embracing data-center development at a time when such projects have become increasingly contentious elsewhere.
White House Scrutiny Turns Toward AI Safety Center
An artificial intelligence safety center is facing questions over White House oversight, putting government supervision of AI safety efforts in the spotlight.
Questions Surround Chinese Companies Approved to Purchase Restricted Nvidia Chips
Two Chinese companies authorized to buy restricted Nvidia AI chips reportedly have empty offices or uncertain addresses and alleged connections to sanctioned Chinese military suppliers.
Cyberattacks Raise Alarm Over a Possible New Wave of Digital Disruption
Incidents ranging from compromised appliances to a false nuclear alert and a multibillion-dollar theft are fueling concerns about the growing scale of hacking threats.
Chainsaw-Wielding Robot Tackles a Practical Job
A formidable-looking robot equipped with a chainsaw may appear intimidating, but the machine has been designed to perform a legitimate real-world task.
Relentless Optimization May Carry Hidden Costs
Efforts to maximize efficiency across complex systems can sometimes produce unintended consequences that undermine the benefits optimization was supposed to deliver.
Anthropic’s IPO Prospects Collide With Growing Data-Center Opposition
Anthropic’s path toward a potential public offering is confronting political resistance to data centers following the U.S. midterm elections.
Amazon Gives Its Astro Home Robot Another Chance
Despite doubts about Astro’s long-term future, Amazon is continuing its effort to find a viable role for the company’s home robot.
Wall Street Bubble Concerns Extend Beyond AI and Quantum Computing
Commentary about potentially overheated markets is turning toward an investment area other than the heavily scrutinized AI and quantum-computing sectors.
Musk Becomes the Target of an AI Joke on Saturday Night Live
Elon Musk’s own association with artificial intelligence became material for an SNL joke following his political spending during the midterm elections.
AI Challenges a Longstanding Principle of Computer Science
Recent advances in artificial intelligence are raising questions about a principle long regarded as fundamental to computer science.
Anthropic Reaches $3.4 Billion Gas-Power Deal for Data Centers
Anthropic has struck a $3.4 billion agreement to provide gas-fired electricity for data centers as the power demands of AI infrastructure continue to shape the company’s expansion.
AI Chip Shares Rebound After Global Sell-Off
AI semiconductor stocks have bounced following a broader market rout, while questions remain about whether enthusiasm surrounding the sector has produced a financial bubble.
AI Pioneer Warns of a Potential Chernobyl-Scale Technology Failure
A prominent figure in artificial intelligence is warning that AI could eventually trigger a severe disruption likened to a Chernobyl-style blackout.
Could a Chatbot Handle a Parent’s Complaints?
A New York Times piece considers whether an AI chatbot could be used to field the seemingly endless complaints of a family member.
Tech Stock Sell-Off Fuels Concern About What Comes Next
A New York Times opinion piece argues that a difficult day for technology stocks could be a warning of greater trouble ahead.
AI-Enabled Toy Produces an Unprompted Disturbing Response
An AI-powered stuffed toy reportedly produced an unsolicited response stating that it could not help with killing its user, raising questions about unexpected chatbot behavior.
AI Voice Fraud Helps Drive More Than $129 Million in Theft
Criminals using artificial intelligence to impersonate company leaders over the phone have been linked to thefts totaling more than $129 million.
Microsoft Employees Respond to Buyout Offer With Open Letter
Microsoft employees have written an open letter as the company offers buyouts to 60,000 workers, according to a report from The Times of India.
Sources: The New York Times, The Washington Post, Fox News, Yahoo, The Guardian, CNBC, The Motley Fool, HuffPost, Financial Times, Yahoo Finance, Futurism, Kotaku, The Times of India