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AI Bot Swarms: A Threat to Democracy

AI researchers warn of potential disruption in 2028 US election by human-imitating AI agents, posing a threat to democracy. Maria Ressa and top experts highlight the rise of malicious "AI swarms" in social media, a new global disruptive threat.

AI and Open Source Revolutionizing Financial Services

AI is transforming financial services, with organizations leveraging AI to increase revenue, decrease costs, and improve critical functions. The use of open source models is key, with 83% saying it's important, as financial institutions fine-tune AI capabilities for competitive advantage.

AI Firms Accused of Theft by Johansson and Blanchett

Hollywood stars like Scarlett Johansson and Cate Blanchett join 800 creatives in condemning AI companies for unauthorized use of their work. The "Stealing Isn’t Innovation" campaign accuses tech firms of building AI platforms without proper licensing.

JP Morgan CEO Warns: Slow AI Rollout to Protect Society

Jamie Dimon warns of potential civil unrest due to rapid AI advancements, while Nvidia's Jensen Huang believes tech will create more jobs than it destroys. Dimon emphasizes the need for government and business support to help displaced workers adapt to the changing landscape.

Chris Pratt battles AI judge in Mercy thriller

In 2029 LA, Chris Pratt stars as a cop fighting RoboJustice in a futuristic thriller directed by Timur Bekmambetov. AI-driven justice system puts Pratt's character on trial, raising questions about the power of AI in society.

AI's Five-Layer Cake: The Largest Infrastructure Buildout

AI's rapid expansion is reshaping the global economy, creating jobs across industries from energy to healthcare. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang sees AI as a five-layer cake driving job creation and economic benefit, emphasizing the importance of purpose-driven work in the AI era.

Trippy Anime Review: Cosmic Princess Kaguya!

Cosmic Princess Kaguya! is a hyperactive, techno anime adaptation of a Japanese folk tale with emojis exploding all over the screen. The film follows Iroha, a talented musician living in a virtual reality world, TikTok-ified with stickers and high-energy visuals.

Tech Giants Still Bowing to Trump

Tech titans reaped big rewards after aligning with Trump, gaining billions in funding and lucrative deals. US datacenter boom and Australia's social media ban effects also discussed in TechScape.

Unpacking the Pitfalls of Aggregated ML Metrics

MIT researchers find machine-learning models fail when applied to new data, raising concerns about reliability and potential biases. Models trained in one setting may perform poorly in another, highlighting the need for rigorous testing and addressing spurious correlations in various fields.

AI Therapists: Breaking Mental Health Stigma in Italy

State mental health services are lacking, prompting individuals like Viola di Grado to turn to AI therapists for help in a society unsure of the boundaries of digital therapy. The intimacy of AI therapy falls between real psychotherapy and casual advice sharing, sparking a new kind of conversation.