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Arrested by AI: Police ignore standards after facial recognition matches
Date: January 13, 2025Source: The Washington PostA Washington Post investigation found that law enforcement agencies are using facial recognition software in a way that ignores standards. Detective Matthew Shute used the technology to identify suspects despite warnings that the results are 'nonscientific.' The case of Christopher Gatlin, who was wrongly arrested, highlights the misuse of AI in policing.Link: https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4289918/postsNvidia’s biggest customers delaying orders of latest AI racks due to overheating issues
Date: January 14, 2025Source: Mobile EuropeNvidia's major customers, including Microsoft, AWS, Google, and Meta Platforms, are delaying orders of the Blackwell GB200 racks due to overheating issues. The hyperscalers have each ordered $10 billion worth of racks, but some are switching to older chips or pausing to wait for a more stable version. The overheating problem was first reported in November and has led to refinements in server rack designs.Link: https://www.mobileeurope.co.uk/nvidias-biggest-customers-delaying-orders-of-blackwell-ai-racks/US Proposes New Restrictions on AI Chip Exports to Preserve Leadership
Date: January 13, 2025Source: CBS NewsThe Biden administration is proposing new restrictions on the export of advanced computer chips used to develop artificial intelligence, aiming to preserve the U.S.'s six- to 18-month advantage over rivals like China. The proposal includes a 120-day comment period, raising concerns among chip industry executives who argue the rules would limit access to existing chips and restrict data center and AI product usage in 120 countries.Link: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/biden-administration-proposals-ai-chip-restrictions-nvidia-china-russia/OpenAI Courts Trump With Vision for ‘A.I. in America’
Date: January 13, 2025Source: The New York TimesOpenAI released its economic blueprint for 'A.I. in America,' suggesting ways policymakers can spur A.I. development, minimize risks, and maintain a lead over China. The document aims to work with policymakers to ensure A.I.'s benefits are shared responsibly and equitably. OpenAI's head of global policy, Chris Lehane, emphasized the need for America to act now to maximize A.I.'s possibilities while minimizing its harms.Link: https://www.democraticunderground.com/10143372377Biden unveils new rules for AI chip exports
Date: January 13, 2025Source: VOA NewsThe Biden administration announced new restrictions on the export of advanced AI chips and proprietary parameters used to govern AI system interactions. The rule aims to protect national security while promoting innovation in trusted partner countries. The restrictions do not apply to countries like Australia, Belgium, and Japan, but will be enforced for countries under U.S. arms embargoes.Link: https://www.voanews.com/a/biden-administration-unveils-new-rules-for-ai-chip-model-exports-/7934695.htmlBritain’s leader unveils AI strategy, including vow to rip up red tape hindering AI projects
Date: January 13, 2025Source: GOV.UKBritain's leader has unveiled an ambitious AI strategy aimed at boosting the country's AI capabilities. The plan includes measures to reduce administrative burdens, establish AI Growth Zones, and increase public compute capacity. It also commits to £14 billion in private sector investment and 13,250 jobs, driving economic growth and innovation.Link: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-sets-out-blueprint-to-turbocharge-ai‘Just the start’: X’s new AI software driving online racist abuse, experts warn
Date: January 13, 2025Source: The GuardianExperts warn that X's new AI software, Grok, is driving a rise in online racist abuse. The AI-generated images, particularly photorealistic ones, have flooded the social media site since its latest update. Signify, an organization tracking online hate, expects this trend to worsen over the next 12 months. The introduction of photorealistic AI has made it easier to create and disseminate racist images, including those targeting football players and managers.Link: https://aitopics.org/doc/news:842D1F36Stay on top of tech: five ways to take back control, from emails to AI
Date: January 13, 2025Source: The GuardianThe article discusses five ways to regain control over technology, including managing emails and leveraging AI. It provides strategies for individuals to stay on top of their digital lives.Link: https://www.theguardian.comThe Guardian view on AI and public services: computers can’t cure all of Britain’s problems
Date: January 14, 2025Source: The GuardianPublic investment in technology is the right move. However, AI cannot solve all of Britain's problems. The editorial emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to technological advancements in public services.Link: https://openexo.com/feed/item/the-guardian-view-on-ai-and-public-services-computers-cant-cure-all-of-britains-problems-editorialWater shortage fears as Labour’s first AI growth zone sited next to new reservoir
Date: January 13, 2025Source: Democratic UndergroundLabour's first artificial intelligence growth zone will be sited next to the UK's first new reservoir in 30 years, sparking fears that the AI push will add to water shortage concerns.Link: https://www.democraticunderground.com/10143372412Starmer unveils US$17 billion plan for UK to be ‘AI superpower’
Date: January 13, 2025Source: SCMPPrime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a US$17 billion plan to make the UK an 'AI superpower.' The 'AI Opportunities Action Plan' includes 50 recommendations to boost AI-driven efficiency in the public sector, from education and healthcare to detecting potholes. Starmer aims to ease red tape to attract billions of pounds of AI investment to Britain, promising 'pro-growth' regulations amid concerns about the technology's unchecked use.Link: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3294600/starmer-unveils-us17-billion-plan-uk-be-ai-superpower-critics-warn-job-losses