Recently, Amazon’s cloud division initiated an investigation into Perplexity AI, a startup known for its AI search capabilities. The issue at hand pertains to whether Perplexity AI has been violating Amazon Web Services rules by scraping websites that have explicitly tried to prevent such actions. This investigation was confirmed by an AWS spokesperson who chose
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In 2021, DeepMind introduced AlphaFold, a groundbreaking digital biology neural network that revolutionized the field of protein structure prediction. The ability of AlphaFold to accurately predict the 3D structures of proteins has been hailed as a major breakthrough in scientific research. According to Pushmeet Kohli, VP of research at DeepMind, proteins are the building blocks
Recent audits of gunshot detection systems in major cities like New York City and Champaign have raised concerns about the accuracy of these technologies. In New York City, the comptroller’s audit revealed that only 13 percent of the alerts generated by the ShotSpotter system could be confirmed as gunfire. This underwhelming accuracy rate calls into
Apple has recently found itself in hot water with the European Union for allegedly breaking the new digital markets rules set forth by the governing body. The EU has charged Apple with hindering developers from communicating directly with their users and promoting offers to them through its App Store, a practice known as anti-steering. This
In the realm of automated summarization tools, the potential for legal ramifications looms large. As highlighted by experts, there is a delicate balance between accurate summarization and defamatory content. The risk of summarizing a story incorrectly and turning it defamatory is a real concern. Legal expert, Grimmelmann, points out that failure to credit the original
The concentration of power in the hands of American tech giants has sparked discomfort among European governments. This situation results in European companies becoming downstream customers, importing services and technology while sending money and data westward across the Atlantic. There is a growing concern in Brussels over a perceived gap in values and beliefs between
When Adobe quietly updated its terms of service in February, it sent shockwaves through the artistic community. The new terms raised concerns about the company’s access to user content and the potential use of generative AI for training purposes. This article delves into the implications of Adobe’s updated terms of service on artists and the
Upon receiving an enticing email inviting participation in an AI project called Rebind, the initial reaction of the author was skepticism. The email, sent by Clancy Martin, proposed a revolutionary way for booklovers to engage with literature using AI technology. The idea was to incorporate original commentary on classic books, such as Romeo and Juliet,
In early June, Microsoft made headlines for laying off around 1,000 employees, including Aaron Damigos, a web support associate. The layoffs were reportedly due to a shift towards investing in artificial intelligence (AI), as mentioned in an email from Jason Zander, executive vice president of strategic missions and technologies. Damigos, who was based in Tacoma,
Smart glasses have been gaining popularity in recent years, with advancements in technology making them more practical and user-friendly. One of the most notable features of these glasses is the ability to listen to music and take calls without the need for additional accessories. By simply wearing the glasses, users can enjoy their favorite tunes