Authors shocked as AI-crafted books sold on Amazon
Writers such as Rory Cellan-Jones are dealing with widespread book spam, frequently featuring multiple false titles uploaded within a single day Publishing a book is a significant milestone for any…
Outrage ensues as Google limits transparency in antitrust trial
Detractors denounce exclusion of media as judge permits closed-door evidence and testimony Entering its third week, the pivotal antitrust trial features the US Justice Department confronting Google. The government argues…
Amazon and the FTC face a critical moment in the antitrust scrutiny of big tech
The key concern is whether the company utilized its influence to detrimentally affect competitors and the regulatory authority of the agency over technology firms In a significant antitrust lawsuit, Amazon…
UK ministers propose an “AI smoke alarm” for hazardous artificial intelligence
Michelle Donelan, the Secretary for Technology, seeks to implement early warning indicators for technology through a safety summit UK ministers have issued a warning, stressing the need for a “smoke…
The UK is on the verge of granting approval for Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard
The anticipated $69 billion acquisition is expected to move forward, incorporating revised proposals to address regulatory concerns The UK’s competition regulator, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), appears inclined to…
TikTok staff act as cupid in matchmaking service
Employees can showcase family and acquaintances on the company’s intranet through Meet Cute TikTok unveils an in-house matchmaking service named Meet Cute. Integrated into the workplace tool utilized by TikTok…
Worst rating for Twitter in climate misinformation report
The climate coalition highlights Twitter’s absence of clear policies to prevent misinformation and confusion resulting from Musk’s takeover In a climate change misinformation report, Twitter (recently rebranded as X) received…
UK watchdog cautions on potential negative AI impact
CMA notes dangers: soaring prices, false information, fraud, and fake reviews The UK’s competition watchdog cautions against assuming positive outcomes from the AI boom, highlighting risks like the spread of…
November shipment delay for iPhone 15 Pro amid high demand
Apple launched pre-orders for the iPhone 15 series, experiencing overwhelming demand that has resulted in shipment delays for the Pro model until November. This could be disheartening for those looking…
Appeals judge lauds ChatGPT’s “jolly useful” legal summary
Lord Justice Birss employs AI chatbot in unprecedented use by British judge to draft a portion of judgment In a noteworthy development, a court of appeal judge, specializing in intellectual…